Sony’s been prepping its PS3 3D roll out for a while now, and has just tweaked the terms and conditions for PlayStation use accordingly. Sony now warns that you may suffer “discomfort” or even “nausea” from playing PS3 3D games, and that kids shouldn’t be allowed to play them at all without seeing a doctor first. This 3D thing is definitely going to take off.
While several PS3 3D games are already available, few people have access to them yet simply because 3D TVs are so rare and expensive. Sony’s only just got round to updating the fineprint most probably agreed to without reading over to factor in the PS3′s new 3D skills, and the amendments make for interesting reading.
“Some people may experience discomfort (such as eye strain, eye fatigue or nausea) while watching 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D games on 3D televisions,” Sony now warns anyone who happens to scroll down to section 17 of its 13,000 word terms of service page.
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Not only that, but Sony even recommends that “young children (especially those under six years old)” should consult a paediatrician or optician before playing PS3 3D games, as their vision is still “under development”.
Jolly good! While we’re impressed by PS3 3D games like the new Killzone recently demoed at E3, we can’t help but feel there are still an awful lot of obstacles in the way of actually enjoying them. You’ll need a 3D TV, PS3, supported glasses, supported games, a large wallet, and now a note from the doctor. And even then it might still hurt.
It’s a far cry from the ease of use Nintendo is promising with the Nintendo 3DS, but what do you think? Are all the requirements the PlayStation 3 needs worth it just to play 3D games at home? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
