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Do I Need to Upgrade or Am I Just Crap?

 
putts113
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I have only just recently joined the great world of online gaming and I'm loving it. However, I'm playing Killzone 2 and getting smashed all the time. I'm using a 3 Mobile USB modem as my internet.

The question I have is, am I wasting my time using a USB modem (ie. it's too slow and I'm a sitting duck waiting to get pumped full of lead as I'm already dead before I see the other guy), or is it simply a case of me being crap at the game (which in that case, can anyone offer any tips)?

Many thanks.
jordie84
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yes Upgrade ur internet...only game that doesnt really lag with the USB modem is probably Fifa...(im capped at the moment but im still getting green connections)
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capt_oats
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you shud get an internet provider with a modem that uses ethernet cables. Best way to go
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iaculch
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jordie84 said: yes Upgrade ur internet...only game that doesnt really lag with the USB modem is probably Fifa...(im capped at the moment but im still getting green connections)



Although there may be no lag you get massive delays before your actions are registered if you have a crappy connection
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Eedgy1
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If you can go with ADSL 2 and get yourself a wireless router so you can get great connections allthrough the house throughout the month.

If not just sign up for more of a data allowance and get yourself a wirelessrouter!
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chuz
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Out of interest putts, how do you have this set up at your place? I tried this at my brother's the other day, and ended up having to plug the USB modem into an old laptop, then share the internet through ethernet to the PS3, and just leave that lappy at his place for that purpose. It's not possible to plug straight into PS3 is it?
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optimusgoz
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wireless guys get with the times
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Vinzor
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LOL.
As if use a USB modem to play PS3 online..

Get a plan from an ISP and a wireless router.
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ICU2NIT
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Putts113

Your internet is lagging short & simple. You need to upgrade your IP for a faster speed and a solid connection. Lag is online gamings worst nightmare. You could be crap, but I'm more leaning towards your connection. Try changing providers with a wired connection. Wireless is ok, but you may get a few more dropouts.
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putts113
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Playing online wasn't my priority when I got the USB modem. Not paying ridiculous internet fees was. However, with actually pulling my finger out and getting online, my eyes have been opened. As for being opened enough to pay $80 a month for a better connection, I'm yet to decide.

Chuz, the modem is plugged into a wireless router, so not plugged directly into the PS3.
standinsid
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I've got wireless at home but ps3 is wired...
there is noway to play tekken on wireless...
big difference
TK429
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Definitely upgrade your Internet service- and though not many people share this idea, connect with an Ethernet Cable. Setting up is easier and less prone to problems as 'wireless' is.

And after you've sorted this all out, play another game and see if you've improved in your gameplay. You'll know then and there if the problem is your skills (or lack thereof) or your Internet connection.
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wii_wombat
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I use bigpond ADSL, wireless router for my laptop but ethernet cable to the ps3, works a charm. When my contract is up i'll be switching to another provider tho because there are some really good deals around.
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ICU2NIT
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putts113 said: Playing online wasn't my priority when I got the USB modem. Not paying ridiculous internet fees was. However, with actually pulling my finger out and getting online, my eyes have been opened. As for being opened enough to pay $80 a month for a better connection, I'm yet to decide.
Chuz, the modem is plugged into a wireless router, so not plugged directly into the PS3.


You could try this company.

It's a wireless modem with a wired connection straight to the PS3 console. They offer some good prices with a variety of speeds / usage. Best of all you're not locked into a contract. I use this, but be warned It's not for everyone. Speeds vary within location. And availability may not be suited for your area. Something for you to check out anyway.

www.unwired.com.au/
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razalom
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Yeah always connect the PS3 if you can via a cable. Things like TVeristy are laggy over the wireless network (ps3 like 4 foot from router) but rock when connected via cable.
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capt_oats
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ICU2NIT said:

putts113 said: Playing online wasn't my priority when I got the USB modem. Not paying ridiculous internet fees was. However, with actually pulling my finger out and getting online, my eyes have been opened. As for being opened enough to pay $80 a month for a better connection, I'm yet to decide.
Chuz, the modem is plugged into a wireless router, so not plugged directly into the PS3.


You could try this company.
It's a wireless modem with a wired connection straight to the PS3 console. They offer some good prices with a variety of speeds / usage. Best of all you're not locked into a contract. I use this, but be warned It's not for everyone. Speeds vary within location. And availability may not be suited for your area. Something for you to check out anyway.
www.unwired.com.au/


if unwired had better deals and the modem would overheat so much then maybe i'd like them
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ICU2NIT
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capt_oats said:if unwired had better deals and the modem would overheat so much then maybe i'd like them


Fair enough mate. No over heating modem here. Though as I said in my post they're not for everyone.
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optimusgoz
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razalom said: Yeah always connect the PS3 if you can via a cable. Things like TVeristy are laggy over the wireless network (ps3 like 4 foot from router) but rock when connected via cable.



well, thats just wrong. tv versity works flawlessly wireless for me and my router is down the hall in another room, and mine also NEVER drops out unless psn goes down. so maybe youre all using crappy routers or something
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putts113
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My connection never drops out. It just seems odd that I only appear to get shot once or twice (no, not everyone I play against is that good a shot to get headshots all the time) and go down in a bloody heap (a guy with a pistol took me out with two shots the other day!). So I'm guessing that by the time I see on the screen that I'm about to be in a world of hurt, it's way too late to do something about it, whereas I spray all volumes of bullets at someone and it never seems to do any damage.

Wired connection, here I come.
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jordie84 said: yes Upgrade ur internet...only game that doesnt really lag with the USB modem is probably Fifa...(im capped at the moment but im still getting green connections)



Getting capped doesnt do anything to online games. If it does it barely noticeable. Mine is basically the same when im capped. Dont know if thats just with adsl2+ though
tonyamanda
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unwired is like mine but i also have voip.. unwired looks very affordable
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telstra is a rip off, just a warning

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is TPG good?
thinking of switching over to them.
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putts113
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Ok, plugged the wireless USB router into the PS3 via cable (therefore, making it un-wireless I guess) and jumped online. Twenty kills later I think I might have my answer regarding my apparent crapness.

I ended up playing a game (named VXSSHOLDEN) where the missions just keep rolling over (assassination to search & destroy to defend a checkpoint to etc, etc). Loved it! What kind of game is that called (so I can find another one in future) or what icons should I look for when selecting a game?

Apologies for all the newbie questions, but I'm pumped about finally getting online and expanding what is already a brilliant game.
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Everyone who is crap has to blame something dont they?
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