PlayStation: Expert Guides and Resources

Connecting your PlayStation 3 to a wireless network is the first step to joining in the world of online gaming. Almost all versions of the PS3 (all except the 20GB) have a built-in wireless capability. Many of today's most popular games operate entirely over online game servers and those that don't usually have an option for online game play.

The only way to get games for the PSPgo is to download them — most commonly through the PlayStation Store. Some freeware games are available, but you can browse hundreds of downloadable games and other media content at the PlayStation Store. In order to download PSPgo games, you need to have a registered account on the PlayStation Network and be in a wireless hotspot.

To set up your PlayStation 3 to connect to the Internet, you must establish a wireless access point. You can then use your PlayStation 3 to browse the Internet, download games and videos, and play against gamers around the world. Almost all versions of the PS3 (all except the 20GB) have a built-in wireless capability.