When Sony reported that they have a total of 17 million users on the PlayStation Network, some of you may have went all buh?, considering that Microsoft tossed out the same number of registered users for Xbox Live. Turns out that there were some things Sony forgot to mention on how they arrived at that number.

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Hmm... Intriguing. PlayStation Underground members might find in their respective inboxes a new message from the Qore team. In anticipation of the upcoming December Episode, they're hinting at something that's both "big" and "free" at the same time.

By early next week, PlayStation.com is adding additional features into the site. Users will get to enjoy easier access to content, as well as join in on the site's coming community features, where users can flame, troll, and make new friends. Take full advantage of your PSN ID, PlayStation Underground account, and soon, PlayStation Home.

Time to check your emails, guys. It looks like the next batch of Killzone 2 beta invites has been released by Sony. You wouldn't wanna miss this chance now, would you? Details after the jump.

Apparently there was a bit of a miscommunication over a letter sent by the PlayStation Underground newsletter. Supposedly, all Qore Episode 06 and annual subscribers were to be given access to PlayStation Home's closed beta. This is apparently not entirely true, as announced by a follow-up letter last Friday.

Hut-hut-hut! Double time, men! Recruitment for Resistance 2 public beta is ongoing right now, and it won't stay that way for long. It's for a limited time only so we suggest you head right to the full article for the instructions and details on the process.

Reports are coming in that Sony has started sending out invite codes for the Killzone 2 closed beta. If you're a PlayStation Underground member, better check your email quick. You may already have been invited.

Are you a PlayStation Underground member? If so, then congratulations. You may already have been invited to the early private beta for Insomniac Games' Resistance 2. More details in the full article.

There's something new to try over at the PlayStation Network these days. It's called the PSN Portable ID and it's designed to identify you on whichever site you go. Your avatar and other details will be on display to friends so your clique can keep in close touch every time you're online. More details in the full article.

God of War on the PS3? Well, not exactly. Word is that a track inspired by the series will be made available for the PS3 version of Guitar Hero 3: Legends of Rock early next month. Hit the full article for details.