You might have seen a lot about the Playstation 3 recently. This gaming system is enjoying lots of sales as people switch to it from their older Xboxes due to its incredible gaming power. One great feature of this system is the ability to download games from the Internet, then use them on your console.



You probably won't be surprised to find out that lots of gamers are looking for places to get PS3 downloads. That's why we decided to put together a short guide on the best places to find these games.

The first thing you need to know is that you should stay away from websites offering free PS3 downloads. They may have nice site designs or attractive banners, but they usually come with enough problems to make them worth skipping.

That's because downloading from this kind of site puts your computer at risk from malicious software like spyware, adware, or a virus. There's no one monitoring your files, so you have little control over what you're actually downloading.

Of course, that's not the only problem. In addition, download speeds are unpredictable and often slow, with many files turning out to be corrupt. You might have to wait hours to find a file and then realize that it doesn't work. That's a real waste of time.

What's the better alternative? Think about joining up with a PS3 download site. That way, you can join up as a member and log in to download games whenever you like. These types of sites are monitored, so you won't have to be concerned about malware. You'll also be able to count of quality game files and a fast download.

There is a membership fee for this kind of site, but it doesn't cost enough to be a problem. Most sites charge around fifty dollars for lifetime, unlimited access. Then you can log in whenever you like without being billed again. That will give you not only unlimited PS3 downloads, but the ability to download other files for use on your console, such as music and movies.

One type of pay site to avoid is the kind that charges a per download fee or a monthly fee. They might seem like good deals, but if you can, you'll spend less in the long run by finding a site that gives you a lifetime membership at a flat rate.

These sites also offer full instructions on how to make the files work on your Playstation 3, as well as the software that's needed to get things going.

Once you join a PS3 download site like these, you might find yourself addicted to downloading. You get the ability to try out new games whenever you like, after all. Just turn on the computer.

Copyright (c) 2009 Grant L Dougan