PS3 AdHoc Party Coming to North America

Kris Erickson • Nov 14, 2009 • Comments (1)

Previously only available in Japan, it was announced this week that Sony's tunneling system will be coming to North America. Adhoc Party enables PSP owners to connect with other users via the wifi connection on their PS3 consoles. With this tunneling software, you'll be able to go online with your friends, communicate via text or voice, and much more. For all you Monster Hunters out there, this is amazing news, as you'll finally be able to take the 4 player co-op of Monster Hunter Freedom Unite on your PSP online through the PSN with your PlayStation 3. Sony says that other games coming to the service will soon include Gran Turismo PSP, but no other specific titles have been announced. Hopefully more games will be announced soon.

"The PlayStation brand is synonymous with creating exciting new gameplay experiences that connect and challenge people in ways they never thought possible," said Scott A. Steinberg, vice president, product marketing, SCEA. "AdhocParty for the PSP system creates an avenue for gamers to connect, strategize, and compete with each other - Gran Turismo is a great example of this. Polyphony Digital developed robust Ad Hoc features within the game, which are now even more accessible through adhoc Party. We saw this as a tremendous opportunity to enhance the PSP system's online gaming experience and bring the service to our North American consumers."

Sony has not provided a specific date for the release of AdHoc party, but users will be able to download the software from the PSN for free when it arrives.