Is internet connection mandatory for playing ps3 games.?

[Vivek]

Is internet connection mandatory for playing ps3 games. I am planning to buy a ps3. I want to know that is internet connection mandatory for playing games in ps3. There is no broadband facility in my area. I will only play singleplayer. Can i be able to play games without internet. If i will not connect the ps3 to internet then also is it mandatory To download patches for games.

[Jonathanramos]

Yes you could play games without internet

[AwkwardTurtle42]

It's not mandatory, and you can play single-player games without an internet connection. I'd recommend having an internet connection anyway so that you can download patches that fix bugs and other issues with your games and if you're planning to get any single-player DLC.

[Phade3]

You don't need an internet connection to play PS3 games but it does help in terms of getting patches and game updates !