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Oct 26 2010, 04:34 PM Post #1 |
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I've always liked the Go's design much more than the original's(which is pretty bulky) and I have even owned one. I got mine used off of Craigslist because the price at $250 was just too much, imo. Now it's only $199 new and I'm tempted to get one. With 16 gigs built in, it's a much nicer package than a PSP 3000 with game combo for the same price.
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| Red Ranger Eater | Oct 26 2010, 05:04 PM Post #2 |
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The way I see it, I now have two options if things go well enough. 1. Get the GO, with the only perk being 16 gigs of built in space. Or 2: Get the Sexy new GOW: Ghost of Sparta pack. Which gives me a 3000 with translucent red buttons (I'm sold at this point, do I need to go on?) I think a 4GB memory card, and Kick-Ass on UMD. Sure, the GO is sleeker, and you don't have to heft around all your games because they're already on your system, but at the asking price (even if it has been decreased a substantial amount) its not a good deal. If the core pack for the GO were to include vouchers for 2-3 games, then yes, it would be easier to swallow, but to my knowledge that isn't included, so I still really can't justify the price for what the system is offering me. |
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Oct 26 2010, 05:33 PM Post #3 |
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It's all preference and I know some key games aren't on PSN for the Go but I would definitely take the Go over the Ghost of Sparta pack. 4 gigs just isn't enough(when I had my 3k I had an 8 gig) and I don't want to spend more for a 16 gig card. Plus the Go is just a better design with more features like BluTooth, 3G connectivity to internet(via BluTooth to a cell phone), and in-game pausing. So I really would not consider a 3k anymore but that's me. Also I have games bought on PSN already(Chains of Olympus, Crush, Rockband, and a bunch of PS1 games) so if I get a PSP again, I'm already set with games. haha It does come with three free games though if you buy the one with it advertised on the box. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/PSP-Hardware/PSPgo/pcmcat190200050029.c?id=pcmcat190200050029 Edited by Neo Metallix, Oct 26 2010, 07:37 PM.
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Oct 26 2010, 06:47 PM Post #4 |
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Reasonable price. $250? I was like are they out of their f***in minds??? I can buy a nintendo Wii with a game. A wii or a PSP Go? Yeah, I think I go with the Wii comparing value. but FINALLY a price cut. Still, I don't want any of the PSP go or 3000 since it's no longer an exploitable way to put Custom Firmware (To play some Sega Genesis Emulators on the go). Still, a reasonable decision Sony made. I still wish they made 2000 models, it's been a pain finding one at gamestop without anyone updating the darn firmware (makes it able to be hacked 5.50 and below). Edited by =SF SonicPro=, Oct 26 2010, 06:48 PM.
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Neo Metallix
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Oct 26 2010, 07:01 PM Post #5 |
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They are completely different products... That's like saying why get a DSi XL or DSi when a Wii is the same price or only $30 more... Or even better, why get a 3DS when a Wii is cheaper... I mean sure you could get a console but it's not portable. Also I already have a console, so I have no need for a Wii. Edited by Neo Metallix, Oct 26 2010, 07:09 PM.
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Oct 26 2010, 07:11 PM Post #6 |
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Well that's how I value what I spend. When I see something for a certain price, I think of what else I can buy and get the value out of my dollar. If a HANDHELD is expensive as a CONSOLE then it is certainly not worth it. Especially since it was the price as a revolutionary console like the Wii. PSP Go is just the same as a PSP with interface and everything, just built in memory and design. So I think to myself. Is it worth it, when I can buy a console like the Wii (which I myself want) for 250 and a game on top of that? Competition with price and value my friend, and I just dont spend right out of the pocket either as I am cheap at times. In fact, I am still rolling with the Game Cube this very day. But still, the point I am trying to make is that their price was ridiculous and seem to be a rip off for 250 dollars. Edited by =SF SonicPro=, Oct 26 2010, 07:12 PM.
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Neo Metallix
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Oct 26 2010, 07:16 PM Post #7 |
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I agree $250 was expensive, but you are saying it's still not worth it because it's the same price as the Wii. I'm just saying, it's a completely different device and shouldn't be compared that way. I guess you just aren't into the handheld market then and it's understandable(although I don't see how the Wii is revolutionary. It certainly wasn't in my book as motion controls were already around well before it came out). Edited by Neo Metallix, Oct 26 2010, 07:18 PM.
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Oct 26 2010, 07:23 PM Post #8 |
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Well I am a handheld guy myself. But to be honest, Wii has more to offer than PSP. 250 can buy me a Wii or even an XBox 360 bro! I don't know about you, but I rather buy an X-Box 360 or Wii, again, going back at the 250 dollar price, if I were to choose to buy the PSP Go or a Console like the Wii or 360 (Bringing the 360 in because I am not trying to sound Wii bias, just saying an 3rd Gen Console versus a handheld) I personally would buy the new gen console, simply because the consoles offer a little bit more in game value than the PSP. Sure if can surf the internet and play some games. But if I were to choose as a shopper, I would get more value out of a Wii or XBox 360 with my 250 dollars than a PSP Go. And like I said, the PSP Go is not different than the PSP Software wise, so really, it's no market against the consoles at that price. Please tell me theres somebody else that understand what I am trying to say. My friend was like this the other day at wal mart. He saw the PSP Go price and said it is expensive as the Wii and he actually agreed with me that he would buy a Wii Console than a PSP Go since it was the same as his own PSP 2000, just more portable with memory. |
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Oct 26 2010, 07:29 PM Post #9 |
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Well in his case he already had a PSP so it's not a good example. Also I know what you're saying, but if $200 is too much for you then how do you justify any handheld or even have the right to say you are a handheld person? They're all $170-$200 and the 3DS is going to be even more expensive(same price as a PS3)! There are no handhelds on the market where you couldn't get a console for slightly more if not the same price. If I didn't have a PS3 I definitely would not consider a PSP, but I've got all of my console needs met so I don't think about what console I could get for that price. Also there are people who just want a portable game device and don't care about consoles(look at Japan where handhelds dominate). Edited by Neo Metallix, Oct 26 2010, 07:39 PM.
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Oct 26 2010, 07:39 PM Post #10 |
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I guess the factor lies within the ownership consoles or preference. I can afford both a console and PSP GO, I am just a stingy person when it comes to money, but point well made Boom. |
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Oct 26 2010, 07:46 PM Post #11 |
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Yeah, there are many factors. Personally, I've owned every PSP they made. I've owned a 1st gen, 2nd gen, 3rd gen, and a Go. I always upgraded when a new one came(found ways of doing that for cheap) out but sold the Go to fund a PS3 purchase. I was tinkering with the idea of getting a Go again on Craigslist(although most have only been in the $180 range) but with this price drop I may just get it new... I mainly just want a portable game system that can play MP3s. I've owned a few iPod Touches but they suck for gaming. A touch is better than a PSP as far as music organization goes but a PSP is 10xs better than a touch for gaming so it evens out. Yeah you don't get tons of apps, but most of those were useless junk anyway. |
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Oct 26 2010, 07:53 PM Post #12 |
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I couldn't agree anymore. PSP is awesome, but it upset me a bit that the 3000 and GO cannot use custom firmware. I honestly could use a new PSP since my CFW 2000 PSP got stolen on my last year at high school. But reading that there is no exploits on the GO, (theres was one, but Sony patched that up), I have little interest in investing one. I still love to play my genesis, N64 and SNES games on PSP. I like their games on PSP, but it's just not a vast selection of the type of games I like for UMD (besides GTA Series). I rather do emulation instead and play some Mario and Sonic on PSP. But Nooooo, Sony had to patch that up. Which is understood for piracy issues. Edited by =SF SonicPro=, Oct 26 2010, 07:56 PM.
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| Muckshaw | Oct 27 2010, 08:36 AM Post #13 |
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eh, It bothers be when i hear the excuse "It sucks because I can't hack it" been hearing the same thing concerning the xbox360S models. The fact is, companies are doing that to HELP gamers in general. Sometimes in order to stop people from cheating and ruining the experience, you have to put the hammer down on customization and upgrades. I for one support the decision to make it where the Go cannot use custom firmware. And besides, eventually SOMEONE is going to figure out a way to get emu's onto the 3k and Go anyhow... But as far as the price drop goes, I say "It's about freakin time" I'm still not sure If I'll pick one up, not really in the market for a digital download only handheld. I like to have options, and the Go doesn't offer as many of them as I would like.. |
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