Author Topic: help me decide what version of the ps3 to get... (got it!) (Read 3876 times)

Mupepe · « **on:** April 25, 2008, 10:30:37 PM »

so, I set aside money and have justified it enough with a bonus coming on wednesday to buy a ps3.

I originally wanted to wait for the 80gb MGS4 bundle, but i don't know if i want to wait til june and if the BC is really worth it. I just bought a slim ps2 like a month or so ago.

is the ps3 upscaling of ps2 games really that good?

help me out guys

Got the 40gb version...

Vizzys · « **Reply #1 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:32:35 PM »

60gb

80 is good but BC is not 100% so you should look up the ps2 games you have to see if they work first

Mupepe · « **Reply #2 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:34:24 PM »

Quote from: Viz on April 25, 2008, 10:32:35 PM

60gb

80 is good but BC is not 100% so you should look up the ps2 games you have to see if they work first

is it even possible to find a 60gb anywhere?

Vizzys · « **Reply #3 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:35:08 PM »

ebay maybe

Mupepe · « **Reply #4 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:36:15 PM »

what if it doesn't work?

demi · « **Reply #5 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:36:39 PM »

You cant justify a ps3 purchase

Mupepe · « **Reply #6 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:37:05 PM »

520 bucks on ebay for a 60gb version, fuck that

Rman · « **Reply #7 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:37:10 PM »

Upscaling is a really great bonus, also you're entertainment center will be more streamlined without an extra ps2. The best value would be the MGS4 pack as you technically get a free game and dual shock 3 is standard. I own a 60GB model, which I bought last year. If perfect backward compatibility is important to you try to pick up a 60 version if you can find one.

Also you can upgrade the HDD very easily, without compromising your warranty. The PS3 supports SATA drives up to 250GB and USB drives up 500GB.

MCD · « **Reply #8 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:37:42 PM »

wait for the mgs4 bundle.

Mupepe · « **Reply #9 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:39:19 PM »

Quote from: demi on April 25, 2008, 10:36:39 PM

You cant justify a ps3 purchase

you somehow did!

Quote from: Rman on April 25, 2008, 10:37:10 PM

Upscaling is a really great bonus, also you're entertainment center will be more streamlined without an extra ps2. The best value would be the MGS4 pack as you technically get a free game and dual shock 3 is standard. I own a 60GB model, which I bought last year. If perfect backward compatibility is important to you try to pick up a 60 version if you can find one.

Also you can upgrade the HDD very easily, without compromising your warranty. The PS3 supports SATA drives up to 250GB and USB drives up 500GB.

Hm, so the upscaling is pretty good? I mean, is the difference really noticeable?

Mupepe · « **Reply #10 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:39:31 PM »

Quote from: ParticleReality on April 25, 2008, 10:38:23 PM

Quote from: Mupepe on April 25, 2008, 10:37:05 PM
520 bucks on ebay for a 60gb version, fuck that

Kmarts have them, probably.

Quote from: McDragon on April 25, 2008, 10:37:42 PM
wait for the mgs4 bundle.

No. Don't get mupepe to be gay.

No Kmarts around here

Rman · « **Reply #11 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:42:29 PM »

Quote from: Mupepe on April 25, 2008, 10:39:19 PM

Quote from: demi on April 25, 2008, 10:36:39 PM
You cant justify a ps3 purchase
you somehow did!

Quote from: Rman on April 25, 2008, 10:37:10 PM
Upscaling is a really great bonus, also you're entertainment center will be more streamlined without an extra ps2. The best value would be the MGS4 pack as you technically get a free game and dual shock 3 is standard. I own a 60GB model, which I bought last year. If perfect backward compatibility is important to you try to pick up a 60 version if you can find one.

Also you can upgrade the HDD very easily, without compromising your warranty. The PS3 supports SATA drives up to 250GB and USB drives up 500GB.
Hm, so the upscaling is pretty good? I mean, is the difference really noticeable?

Depends on the game really. I remember seeing an image thread on GAF with comparison pics for reference. Honestly, I haven't heard of too many issues with software BC of the 80 giggers.

AdmiralViscen · « **Reply #12 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:43:30 PM »

I like the upscaling, but I haven't hooked up a regular PS2 to the same TV either.

Get a 60GB. MGS4 pack is supposed to be very limited quantity so preorder now if you're diong that.

MCD · « **Reply #13 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:44:02 PM »

why the hurry? i'd wait for the bundle but if you are in a hurry, grab the 40gig and get a ps2 component cable, it will do just fine.

Vizzys · « **Reply #14 on:** April 25, 2008, 10:57:31 PM »

upscaling makes a difference, not a big one, but its good enough.

for example this photo will show you nothing: http://xs226.xs.to/xs226/08176/blurry404.jpg

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #15 on:** April 25, 2008, 11:21:45 PM »

That pic is kinda deceptive, Viz. Most PS3 games don't use that cartoony style.

Honestly, Mupepe, I don't think a fully compatible PS3 is worth the extra money and effort to find it. I have the original 60gb PS3 and see little benefits from the 1080P upscaling of PS2 games.

Upscaled or not, PS2 games are still gonna look ugly on a HDTV. Especially if you have a LCD. If you want your PS2 games to look good, it's best to keep a CRT TV around.

Also, if the PS2 game already has native 480P rendering, then it will look much better with native 480P than upscaled 1080p.

Here is an IGN article that shows some comparisons between the various modes in which PS2 games can be displayed in:

http://ps3.ign.com/articles/793/793775p1.html

"Most of us here happen to prefer sticking with 480p when possible, but we're still keeping our fingers crossed that Sony will one day release an update that actually renders the games in HD rather than just scaling the image"

Vizzys · « **Reply #16 on:** April 25, 2008, 11:26:12 PM »

Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 25, 2008, 11:21:45 PM

That pic is kinda deceptive, Viz. Most PS3 games don't use that cartoony style.

I see what you did there

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #17 on:** April 25, 2008, 11:28:36 PM »

PS2, PS3. Same difference. Look at Silent Hill.

Mupepe · « **Reply #18 on:** April 25, 2008, 11:50:33 PM »

Hm. I'm not really in a rush. But if I'm not going to use the BC I see no point in waiting for it. I think I'm going to look for a 60gb version and if I can't find it, just go for a 40gb

Grecco · « **Reply #19 on:** April 25, 2008, 11:56:45 PM »

Do you have an HDTV?

PS2 games look assy on it if they arent uspcaled through a BC PS3. So yeah Id wait for the MGS Bundle. I really see no reason to get a 40 giger unless your desperate for Warhawk or something

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #20 on:** April 25, 2008, 11:59:16 PM »

Quote from: Mupepe on April 25, 2008, 11:50:33 PM

Hm. I'm not really in a rush. But if I'm not going to use the BC I see no point in waiting for it. I think I'm going to look for a 60gb version and if I can't find it, just go for a 40gb

60gb also has a memory card reader. It's actually pretty handy for watching pics. If that's gonna be a useless feature to you, then just get the 40gb and use the extra cash for Blu-rays.

BC really isn't worth the extra $100 bucks or so when you've already bought a new PS2 recently.

Trent Dole · « **Reply #21 on:** April 26, 2008, 12:00:53 AM »

EBgames website has refurbished 60 giggers for $429.99.

hyp · « **Reply #22 on:** April 26, 2008, 04:03:49 AM »

20gb and upgrade that shit to a 250gb hdd.

demi · « **Reply #23 on:** April 26, 2008, 04:05:48 AM »

Quote from: Mupepe on April 25, 2008, 10:39:19 PM

Quote from: demi on April 25, 2008, 10:36:39 PM
You cant justify a ps3 purchase
you somehow did!

What do you mean?

FatalT · « **Reply #24 on:** April 26, 2008, 12:51:45 PM »

I'm gonna get dat MGS4 Bundle 80 GB wif my gubment check.

Mupepe · « **Reply #25 on:** April 26, 2008, 02:14:24 PM »

Quote from: demi on April 26, 2008, 04:05:48 AM

Quote from: Mupepe on April 25, 2008, 10:39:19 PM
Quote from: demi on April 25, 2008, 10:36:39 PM
You cant justify a ps3 purchase
you somehow did!

What do you mean?

you bought one

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #26 on:** April 26, 2008, 02:24:40 PM »

Just so you guys know, Sony is working on software BC for the 40GB models. I wouldn't be surprised to see it around God of War III.

Mupepe · « **Reply #27 on:** April 26, 2008, 02:41:59 PM »

promise? if that's not just Willco Sony FUD then I will definitely get the 40gb

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #28 on:** April 26, 2008, 02:57:51 PM »

That's what the Sony rep has been talking about. Although, it's not official - so if you prize backwards compatibility, get the model you want. I just think it's eventually going to be implemented from my talks with multiple Sony representatives, so I got one.

Mupepe · « **Reply #29 on:** April 26, 2008, 02:58:53 PM »

I'll get a 40gb so i can be more like you

Eel O'Brian · « **Reply #30 on:** April 26, 2008, 03:54:51 PM »

I've head the same thing Willco has. One of my friends is the manager (or whatever they call them there) of the video game section at Best Buy, and whatever reps he talks to tell him the same thing.

It only makes sense - unless they do a software bc, they won't be able to sell current 40 gig owners (or future PS4 owners) PS2 games over PSN.

Rman · « **Reply #31 on:** April 26, 2008, 05:38:09 PM »

Quote from: Borys on April 26, 2008, 03:50:55 PM

None.

You're not into Metal Gear, Borys?

gibletsngravy · « **Reply #32 on:** April 26, 2008, 06:45:08 PM »

Quote from: Willco on April 26, 2008, 02:24:40 PM

Just so you guys know, Sony is working on software BC for the 40GB models. I wouldn't be surprised to see it around God of War III.

Will they be increasing the number of titles supported? Right now its at about 80%, but 90% or better would be a great improvement.

Mupepe · « **Reply #33 on:** April 27, 2008, 06:29:10 PM »

welp my bonus check arrived early so after work, i'm off to buy a 40 gig ps3. fuck it

Raban · « **Reply #34 on:** April 27, 2008, 06:40:29 PM »

Where were you early last month, you fucker?

I was selling my 60GB with Motorstorm and the Memory Card Reader for 400 bucks.

ended up having to sell it for 250 dollars, and I had to keep Motorstorm.

Mupepe · « **Reply #35 on:** April 27, 2008, 06:53:54 PM »

that's terrible

sorry buddy. I didn't want to spare the money for it last month. i love you. i'll take motorstorm now though

Raban · « **Reply #36 on:** April 27, 2008, 06:56:10 PM »

Quote from: Mupepe on April 27, 2008, 06:53:54 PM

that's terrible sorry buddy. I didn't want to spare the money for it last month. i love you. i'll take motorstorm now though

how much?

how much do they sell used for, now? like what...30 bucks? eh...

Mupepe · « **Reply #37 on:** April 27, 2008, 06:58:13 PM »

i have no idea. you let me know

Raban · « **Reply #38 on:** April 27, 2008, 07:00:10 PM »

What would you pay me in?

Mupepe · « **Reply #39 on:** April 27, 2008, 07:37:04 PM »

rupees?

blow jobs? dollars? rawr

demi · « **Reply #40 on:** April 27, 2008, 07:40:54 PM »

Quote from: Raban on April 27, 2008, 06:40:29 PM

Where were you early last month, you fucker?

I was selling my 60GB with Motorstorm and the Memory Card Reader for 400 bucks.

ended up having to sell it for 250 dollars, and I had to keep Motorstorm.

PS3 is on fire

Raban · « **Reply #41 on:** April 27, 2008, 07:48:53 PM »

Quote from: Mupepe on April 27, 2008, 07:37:04 PM

rupees?

blow jobs? dollars? rawr

Mupepe · « **Reply #42 on:** April 28, 2008, 12:08:18 AM »

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #43 on:** April 28, 2008, 12:13:04 AM »

What's your PSN name, mups?

Laramie · « **Reply #44 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:08:02 AM »

Component!

Mupepe · « **Reply #45 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:09:40 AM »

didn't make one yet. I'm going to see if I can remember my old one. if not, i'll make a new one tonight and post it

is it bad that after an hour of uncharted I was super excited to pop in a blu ray? oh man, back to HD <3 <3

Superbad

Mupepe · « **Reply #46 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:10:21 AM »

Quote from: Laramie on April 28, 2008, 01:08:02 AM

Component!

getting hdmi off the net. cheeaaaaap

Laramie · « **Reply #47 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:13:53 AM »

Quote from: Mupepe on April 28, 2008, 01:10:21 AM

Quote from: Laramie on April 28, 2008, 01:08:02 AM
Component!
getting hdmi off the net. cheeaaaaap

http://www.monstercable.com/productdisplay.asp?pin=4199 Here's where I got mine. I don't mess around with that cheap shit. This cable was built with the PS3 in mind, so you know it's good. Plus it's got gold plating to keep a strong signal. $100 is a paltry sum to get the best out of your PS3.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #48 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:19:21 AM »

Quote from: Laramie on April 28, 2008, 01:13:53 AM

Quote from: Mupepe on April 28, 2008, 01:10:21 AM
Quote from: Laramie on April 28, 2008, 01:08:02 AM
Component!
getting hdmi off the net. cheeaaaaap

http://www.monstercable.com/productdisplay.asp?pin=4199 Here's where I got mine. I don't mess around with that cheap shit. This cable was built with the PS3 in mind, so you know it's good. Plus it's got gold plating to keep a strong signal. $100 is a paltry sum to get the best out of your PS3.

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #49 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:20:35 AM »

Quote from: Mupepe on April 28, 2008, 01:09:40 AM

didn't make one yet. I'm going to see if I can remember my old one. if not, i'll make a new one tonight and post it

is it bad that after an hour of uncharted I was super excited to pop in a blu ray? oh man, back to HD <3 <3

Superbad

Uncharted sounds so awesome and then there's a Nazi U-Boat and then it's like, kind of boring.

My PSN name is TheFakeShemp. Be sure to add me. We can play, uh, nothing - I get multiplayer games on the Xbox 360. If you're ever up for Warhawk, we can play that. I returned Uncharted. I think I'm going to try and nab a used copy of Ninja Gaiden Sigma or Devil May Cry 4 if I can down the line.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #50 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:28:42 AM »

Wilco, DMC4 looks better on the 360.

The Fake Shemp · « **Reply #51 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:31:05 AM »

But I need something to play on my PLAYSTATION 3. I guess I can just wait 'till Metal Gear Solid 4.

Mupepe · « **Reply #52 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:31:48 AM »

nice! about to add you willco.

add me you guys... Mupepe

(wait, do I give you guys the sign in id or the actual screen name?)

pilonv1 · « **Reply #53 on:** April 28, 2008, 01:59:09 AM »

monster cables?

uncharted?

superbad

DJ_Tet · « **Reply #54 on:** April 28, 2008, 10:02:22 AM »

I think he was being sarcastic with the monster cable comment...but the link was a nice touch

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Author Topic: help me decide what version of the ps3 to get... (got it!) (Read 3876 times)