Author Topic: Should I buy a PSP or PS3? (Read 6838 times)

archie4208 · « **on:** August 19, 2008, 08:00:14 PM »

I want both, but common sense dictates I should only buy one. I could get a God of War PSP + a small library of games for the price of a 40 gig PS3, but Little Big Planet and Valkyria Chronicles look so awesome $:-\$ . HELP ME EVILBORE.

Also, can the God of War PSPs run homebrew? Don't wanna pirate PSP games, but I'd like to run emulators and stuff.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #1 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:03:23 PM »

Emulating is pirating. Might as well go all the way.

I have the GOW PSP. It's beautiful but I rarely use it.

At least the PS3 is used to play Blu-rays. And MGS4 is way better than MGS PSP.

My final advice:

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Brehvolution · « **Reply #2 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:03:56 PM »

I'd go with a PS3. Great games, great media hub, video store, web browser, blu ray.... I'd wait for the 80gb version of the 40gb though.

Greatness Gone · « **Reply #3 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:04:12 PM »

PS3. At least there are actually somewhat interesting games to buy for it, when the PSP has zero.

archie4208 · « **Reply #4 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:04:54 PM »

mgs is stupid and have no interest in it. and the psp has CRUSH so i dunno

Positive Touch · « **Reply #5 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:05:37 PM »

get a psp+emulators. hundreds upon hundreds of hours of fun right there. wait a while for the ps3 to drop in price and build up a library before getting one.

Positive Touch · « **Reply #6 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:06:31 PM »

also the psp has wayyyy more quality games than the ps3

UnoIllNino · « **Reply #7 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:06:51 PM »

Well, they're the same price, so flip a coin.

No, I kid.

I'd buy the PS3. I have both, and love them, but I think there's more substance to the PS3. I mostly have my PSP for internet browsing in bed, and collecting classics that are re-released on it. Things like Street Fighter Alpha 3, Powerstone Collection, Capcom Classics, Metal Slug Anthology, Castlevania, etc. There's also really great PSP exclusives like Guilty Gear Judgement, Brave Story, and of course God of War.

That said, my PS3 is something I play pretty regularly. I love the store and downloading new demos and stuff all the time. Its like having a 360 that exists in some alternate universe.

Then the occassional multi-platform game comes out and you'll get it for PS3 instead. (Soul Calibur 4 for example, then again, multiplayer games are typically better on 360) If I were you, I'd try to get a 60GB for backward compatibility. They're totally money.

drohne · « **Reply #8 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:07:17 PM »

apparently there's an unhackable psp board revision -- so do some research if you go that route

Mrbob · « **Reply #9 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:07:43 PM »

Get a PS3. The games library is better already.

Wait for the 80GB core PS3 which is incoming to stores now. It is replacing the 40GB core and will also retail at $399.99.

PSP has too many 3D games and only one analog stick. God I with Sony would make a revision already.

ananus · « **Reply #10 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:08:01 PM »

the problem with the psp is that it's hard to think there'll be more games coming out given its current state. i've seen an article talking about a rumored "psp revival" and that the square announcements some weeks ago may be the beginning of it, but it's still just a rumor and could turn out to be no more than wishful thinking.

the ps3 has less interesting games at this point but the library should improve more than the psp's as time passes. if you aren't playing the psp outside and you'd rather have more games in the future than right now, the ps3 is the best choice unless you already own a x360.

also, there are some new psps that can't be hacked and there doesn't seem to be a way to tell them apart afaik.

archie4208 · « **Reply #11 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:08:42 PM »

also: i own a 360 and am thinking about selling my ds to fund the psp

Mupepe · « **Reply #12 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:09:44 PM »

PS3. Wait for the new 80 GB model though

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #13 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:10:44 PM »

Sounds like you're more interested in the PSP's games than in the PS3's. What are you hesitating about?

The PSP is a finer handheld than the PS3 is a console. However, imo, the PS3 has a better library, especially if you already have a PS2.

Many of the PSP's games are just downgraded ports of PS2 games.

The GOW PSP is likely hackable. My friend hacked mine without any problems.

Even if you can't hack it, you have 30 days to return it if you get it from places like CC and Best Buy.

Jansen · « **Reply #14 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:11:42 PM »

you know that going with the psp is the right decision here. if you already have a 360, that ps3 will just sit collecting dust.

do the right thing man.

cool breeze · « **Reply #15 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:12:54 PM »

Either one is a good choice, but I guess PS3. Make sure you get a 60 gig or old 80 gig so you can play PS2 games on it.

Biggest reason I would say hold off on the PSP is that there seems to be another revision coming up soon.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #16 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:14:08 PM »

I want to mention that even if you don't wanna "import" or emulate games, it's worthwhile to hack your PSP.

I have mine at 333mhz for better performance and I load games on the stick for faster loading times+extra battery life.

Jansen · « **Reply #17 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:14:47 PM »

you'd better hurry up and make that psp purchase before every one on the market is pandora proof.

the ps3 can wait till it has more then a game worth owning.

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Biggest reason I would say hold off on the PSP is that there seems to be another revision coming up soon.

that would be a dumb fucking reason to hold off on getting one.

ananus · « **Reply #18 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:16:08 PM »

Quote from: swaggaz on August 19, 2008, 08:12:54 PM

Biggest reason I would say hold off on the PSP is that there seems to be another revision coming up soon.

i think this revision just a minimal change in appearance and a new board to prevent the pandora battery hack.

archie4208 · « **Reply #19 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:17:56 PM »

yeah i think i'm going psp. it has at least a dozen games i'd like to play. ps3 has....three, 2 of which aren't even out yet.

Positive Touch · « **Reply #20 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:19:19 PM »

good job

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #21 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:23:11 PM »

Remember to buy a scratch protector if stuff like hairline scratches bother you. The screen, or rather the screen protector, scratches easily. I don't care myself as I prefer a clearer screen.

Mrbob · « **Reply #22 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:24:19 PM »

You'll kick yourself in the balls when you realized there is nothing to play on PSP outside of classic games. You could play all these games on a 5 year old pc.

Well, there are some interesting games on PSP. Too bad all the 3D games are hampered by having only one analog nub and the response time on the one nub is pure shit.

Van Cruncheon · « **Reply #23 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:25:00 PM »

is the blue madden psp unhackable? how do i check the revision #?

Positive Touch · « **Reply #24 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:25:54 PM »

there are plenty of great original games that aren't hampered by a lack of second stick. kill yourself.

Van Cruncheon · « **Reply #25 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:26:24 PM »

mmm, psp. what are these good ps3 games?

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #26 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:27:16 PM »

I don't understand why there aren't more J-RPGS for the PSP. It's like the perfect system for them.

cool breeze · « **Reply #27 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:30:15 PM »

Quote from: Wicked Laharl on August 19, 2008, 08:14:47 PM

that would be a dumb fucking reason to hold off on getting one.

The first PSP to the second was a pretty big jump, and while this jump from the second to third might not be as big, it is still worth holding off if you are on the edge. And it is really dense to think that the PSP will ever be 100% with no change to hack it. I would have thought you people would have learned by now that if there is a way to crack something, it will be done. Even the PS3 was done last week.

Quote from: Smooth Groove on August 19, 2008, 08:27:16 PM

I don't understand why there aren't more J-RPGS for the PSP. It's like the perfect system for them.

Because Japanese developers are bastards who probably don't want to spend a budget on a PSP RPG when they can go for a full console one, or a DS one. The exclusive RPG that are on the PSP are all pretty bad. It is also funny how the biggest one, Crisis Core, ended up being shit.

pilonv1 · « **Reply #28 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:31:11 PM »

how can anyone say ps3 has a better software lineup than psp? smh

tiesto · « **Reply #29 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:31:48 PM »

How could people possibly be recommending PS3 over a PSP, especially if he already has a 360? PSP has some nice niche titles available - Gradius Portable, Every Extend Extra, Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth, Megaman Powered Up, not to mention loading it with emus will give you waaaaay more fun than anything on the PS3 currently excepting MGS4.

Mrbob · « **Reply #30 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:32:49 PM »

Yeah I'll go jump off the cliff now. I just read he has a 360, so this minimizes the impact of getting a PS3 now unless you are into blu ray and hdtv.

Anyway, I've always had a little bit of rage towards the PSP when sony designed a 3D system with a shitty 3d control mechanism. I really haven't dug too deep into its library since I don't own one, and the games I want (God of War, Ratchet) I would rather buy on PSN and play on my PS3.

Brehvolution · « **Reply #31 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:40:29 PM »

Quote from: Professor Prole on August 19, 2008, 08:26:24 PM

mmm, psp. what are these good ps3 games?

Mrbob · « **Reply #32 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:43:21 PM »

It was more a question to ask for suggestions of these supposed "diamond in the rough" PSP games. I've glanced over the entire PSP lineup of games, but I haven't gone in depth to see how each one ticks. Mainly since after the initial glance I don't find anything too appealing.

Jansen · « **Reply #33 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:44:19 PM »

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The first PSP to the second was a pretty big jump, and while this jump from the second to third might not be as big, it is still worth holding off if you are on the edge. And it is really dense to think that the PSP will ever be 100% with no change to hack it. I would have thought you people would have learned by now that if there is a way to crack something, it will be done. Even the PS3 was done last week.

oh i'm it'll get cracked. however it would still be pretty fucking dumb to wait for a minimal upgrade without knowing when you'll be able to get cfw on it (or how difficult it will be) when installing cfw is so very easy right now.

Van Cruncheon · « **Reply #34 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:45:46 PM »

Quote from: Zero Hero on August 19, 2008, 08:40:29 PM

Quote from: Professor Prole on August 19, 2008, 08:26:24 PM
mmm, psp. what are these good ps3 games?

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in order:
- better on 360
- better on 360
- better on ps3, good call
- WAY better on 360
- i suppose
- better on 360
- lol
- for the faithful only
- oh my yes
- better on 360
- lol
- better on 360
- lol
- better on psp

buy a 360

tiesto · « **Reply #35 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:46:48 PM »

Quote from: Zero Hero on August 19, 2008, 08:40:29 PM

Quote from: Professor Prole on August 19, 2008, 08:26:24 PM
mmm, psp. what are these good ps3 games?

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From left to right:
1) Piece of shit no matter what system its on
2) Also on 360
3) Also on 360
4) Also on 360
5) Amazing game, I'll give you this one
6) Also on 360
7) Was extremely underwhelmed with the demo

Hated the demo, expected a platform/adventure game but got Gears in the jungle
9) Also on 360 I think?
10) On every system ever including N-GAGE
11) Heard it was disappointing
12) Also on 360
13) Demo was 'meh', apparently the full game is lacking content, but it had some classic Pendulum tracks on it so it gets points for that
14) Demo was also fairly 'meh', supposedly the PSP HSG is much better according to some hardcore HSG fans on this board

Mrbob · « **Reply #36 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:49:33 PM »

To be fair, if you are a baseball fan, MLB 08 The Show is worth owning a PS3 for. Game is flat out amazing.

I wouldn't be caught dead playing the buggy 2K bullshit attempted to be pawned off as a retail product.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #37 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:50:50 PM »

MGS4 is the only PS3 exclusive title that I really dig. It's hard for me to enjoy games like Resistance or Uncharted on the PS3 'cause the PS3 analog sticks suck ass.

Luved the MLB demo but don't really have time to learn such a deep game.

MyNameIsMethodis · « **Reply #38 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:52:42 PM »

I want a PS3 so bad for MLB 08. Like, trade my 360 for one bad.

*sighs*

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #39 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:55:40 PM »

Quote from: MyNameIsMethodis on August 19, 2008, 08:52:42 PM

I want a PS3 so bad for MLB 08. Like, trade my 360 for one bad.

*sighs*

Well, do you have a PSP? MLB PSP is really good as well.

cool breeze · « **Reply #40 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:56:09 PM »

Quote from: Wicked Laharl on August 19, 2008, 08:44:19 PM

oh i'm it'll get cracked. however it would still be pretty fucking dumb to wait for a minimal upgrade without knowing when you'll be able to get cfw on it (or how difficult it will be) when installing cfw is so very easy right now.

I would agree if it was a minimal update, but there isn't any real big news about it yet. It also isn't like if he waited a bit longer and saw what the new PSP had, that the old one would go away. Again, I think the jump from the PSP to the slimmer PSP is pretty big.

And I still stick by my choice of the PS3 if this guy can get one that has BC. (I am assuming he didn't have a PS2)

Brehvolution · « **Reply #41 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:56:16 PM »

Quote from: MyNameIsMethodis on August 19, 2008, 08:52:42 PM

I want a PS3 so bad for MLB 08. Like, trade my 360 for one bad.

*sighs*

A buddy of mine did that, I never understood it. That and COD4 is all he plays. He probably logs 5-10 online games a day in MLB.

Mrbob · « **Reply #42 on:** August 19, 2008, 08:58:52 PM »

With EA Sports games up to par, PS3 is now king of kings for sports gamers.

MyNameIsMethodis · « **Reply #43 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:02:43 PM »

I have MLB 08 for PSP but it just doesn't compete with hi res graphix on a SD TV. and MLB 2k??? sucks more dick than Greatness Gone.

I dunno, maybe I'll try to sell my DS and PSP and buy a PS3.

cool breeze · « **Reply #44 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:04:01 PM »

PS3 still doesn't have The Bigs, so I don't consider it the king for sports games, but neither do I consider the 360 that either. I want The Bigs 2 already.

MyNameIsMethodis · « **Reply #45 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:07:46 PM »

Psssss, The Bigs is on PS3.

And im one of the best players in The Bigs on 360. I can play on Super Hard and still dominate.

Jansen · « **Reply #46 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:10:07 PM »

Quote from: swaggaz on August 19, 2008, 08:56:09 PM

Quote from: Wicked Laharl on August 19, 2008, 08:44:19 PM
oh i'm it'll get cracked. however it would still be pretty fucking dumb to wait for a minimal upgrade without knowing when you'll be able to get cfw on it (or how difficult it will be) when installing cfw is so very easy right now.

I would agree if it was a minimal update, but there isn't any real big news about it yet. It also isn't like if he waited a bit longer and saw what the new PSP had, that the old one would go away. Again, I think the jump from the PSP to the slimmer PSP is pretty big.

And I still stick by my choice of the PS3 if this guy can get one that has BC. (I am assuming he didn't have a PS2)

newly manufactured psp's are pandora proof already. which is why he should not wait.

Brehvolution · « **Reply #47 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:10:55 PM »

Quote from: Professor Prole on August 19, 2008, 08:45:46 PM

Quote from: Zero Hero on August 19, 2008, 08:40:29 PM
Quote from: Professor Prole on August 19, 2008, 08:26:24 PM
mmm, psp. what are these good ps3 games?

*fuck awesome games*

in order:
- better on 360
- better on 360
- better on ps3, good call
- WAY better on 360 Really? What sets it apart? I don't notice the "awful tearing" so aside from that?
- i suppose
- better on 360
- lol Why so funny? I thought it was pretty good for a launch game.
- for the faithful only
- oh my yes
- better on 360 In what ways?
- lol
- better on 360
- lol Aside from the loading times, what is the issue?
- better on psp

buy a 360

I respect your views because of your past. The bolded parts are legitimate questions I have for you. I'm not trying to poke fun or be an sfag.

cool breeze · « **Reply #48 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:15:42 PM »

Quote from: MyNameIsMethodis on August 19, 2008, 09:07:46 PM

Psssss, The Bigs is on PS3.

And im one of the best players in The Bigs on 360. I can play on Super Hard and still dominate.

what the fuck? did it come out later than the 360 and Wii versions?

I remember going to the store and picking the 360 version and taking a brief second to consider the Wii version for waggle before my sense kicked in, but I didn't see the PS3 version there at all. Well, whatever. The Bigs is way awesome.

Quote from: Wicked Laharl on August 19, 2008, 09:10:07 PM

newly manufactured psp's are pandora proof already. which is why he should not wait.

This is true.

Brehvolution · « **Reply #49 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:19:12 PM »

I agree with you, dcharlie, on everything you said. HSG5 is still a ton of fun in my book. I had a lot of good times playing in the weekend gaf tournaments until non gaf members PM right were stripped and I could no longer communicate with Astrolad effectively though he was awesome in trying to keep me involved. My dad an I play it when he is over. He loves it.

MyNameIsMethodis · « **Reply #50 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:22:43 PM »

It was released same day. Great game. Pro tip: Take Tim Wakefield out of the benched playersi n options and put him on the Red Sox and just own online.

Also I want to play HSG5, although I heard the new controls sux.

Man I want to buy a PS3 SO BAD right now. they have a used one at my local and breand new eb for $359. Maybe if I can get a bit for my PSP bundle I can get one. Although CAG is gay and wont let me list a already pandorized PSP.

MyNameIsMethodis · « **Reply #51 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:23:54 PM »

Actually my brother has a PS3 WITH HSG5 AND MLB 08. Wow i'm a fucking idiot. I totally forgot.

Jabberwocky · « **Reply #52 on:** August 19, 2008, 09:41:50 PM »

I had a friend who was contemplating the same decision a few months ago. I told him to buy a PSP. He didn't follow my advice, and he bought a PS3 for FFXIII and "Kingdom Hearts 3".

Today, a few months later, FFXIII is announced to be available on another system, and while Kingdom Hearts 3 isn't announced for any system, what is essentially the third Kingdom Hearts is coming out on the PSP (and it looks beautiful). Needless to say, I scold him for his decision to this day.

TL;DR - get a PSP. Many more games, cheaper, and I believe it's an overall better system.

Tundra · « **Reply #53 on:** August 20, 2008, 03:51:20 AM »

are there any other differences on the 80GB model compared to the 40 GB one, other than harddisk size?

Purple Filth · « **Reply #54 on:** August 20, 2008, 04:10:28 AM »

Quote from: Tundra on August 20, 2008, 03:51:20 AM

are there any other differences on the 80GB model compared to the 40 GB one, other than harddisk size?

If your talking the current 80gb that comes packed with MGS4 then its PS2 BC, memory card readers, more USB ports

If your talking the 80gb that should be out soon then its just a greater HD size than the 40gb

Tundra · « **Reply #55 on:** August 20, 2008, 05:30:03 AM »

PS3 SKU madness reaches a new peak...

There is no model with ps2-bc on sale in europe though, isn't it? I want to know what all the fuss on SotC is about...

But maybe i should just get a cheapo PS2 somewhere, play some of the games i missed last gen, and get rid of it soon afterwards...

Purple Filth · « **Reply #56 on:** August 20, 2008, 05:53:03 AM »

Quote from: Tundra on August 20, 2008, 05:30:03 AM

PS3 SKU madness reaches a new peak...

There is no model with ps2-bc on sale in europe though, isn't it? I want to know what all the fuss on SotC is about...

But maybe i should just get a cheapo PS2 somewhere, play some of the games i missed last gen, and get rid of it soon afterwards...

If your in Europe then no BC, so the new 80 coming is basically a 40 with more space.

I forgot about the Euro side of this answer, sorry

Kestastrophe · « **Reply #57 on:** August 20, 2008, 07:06:09 AM »

I would definitely buy a PSP, even if you can't hack it yet. Last fall I played it more than any other platform and there are plenty of quality titles. I would recommend Crush, Brave Story, FFT, Jeanne Darc to start with.

The Sceneman · « **Reply #58 on:** August 20, 2008, 07:11:01 AM »

joke thread title?

PSP ffs

pilonv1 · « **Reply #59 on:** August 20, 2008, 07:46:08 AM »

omg borys gets a console

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Author Topic: Should I buy a PSP or PS3? (Read 6838 times)