I think they were talking about the backwards compatibility with PS1 and PS2 games. Some games would not work at all while others were having audio issues. PS3 games were not mentioned as having an issue, but I am sure there will be some issues (as with all system launches). It will be interesting to see how it works out here in the states.
i was watching a business program on CNBC this a.m. they stated that some of the PS3's that were just released in japan has some problems. one of the problems they named was some of the games released for the PS3 wouldn't play in the machine. you know, i think i'll wait about a year, then buy!

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