Concept
Adhoc Party extends the PlayStation Portable's adhoc multiplayer functionality to encompass every other PlayStation Portable console using the same software, instead of just those in the near vicinity. This allows PSP gamers to play multiplayer games online even if they have only a wired internet connection, or even if the games in question are ad-hoc (local networking) only.
The PSP to PSP ad hoc connection is replaced by a PSP to PS3 ad hoc connection to allow online gaming on a global scale through the PlayStation Network enabled PlayStation 3. It allows advanced online multiplayer functions on the PlayStation Portable such as voice chat using the PlayStation 3 official bluetooth headset or the PlayStation Eye webcam's microphone. Text chat, known as "lobby chat", is also possible within public ("Free") rooms and private ("Password") rooms. The PlayStation 3 official Wireless Keypad is also supported, however, users must press the Enter key to begin typing.
Because Adhoc Party uses the PlayStation 3's built-in wi-fi, it is not compatible with the non-wifi enabled PlayStation 3 20GB model (CECHB00). The PlayStation 3 to be used as an extender must be connected to the Internet with a broadband network (wired) connection since the wireless connection is used as a server for the PlayStation Portable. Another constraint is the PlayStation Portable user must remain close to the PlayStation 3 so the PS3 to PSP wi-fi connection is still active during ad hoc playtime.
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