"The PS3 application appears to have crashed."
A failing or fragmented Hard Disk Drive (HDD) prevents the console from reading data quickly enough. the ps3 application has likely crashed
If the crash happens after 30–60 minutes of play, it is likely a thermal issue. When the PS3 gets too hot, the system terminates the application to protect the hardware. "The PS3 application appears to have crashed
If none of the troubleshooting steps resolve the issue, it is recommended to: it is recommended to: