Johelian Posted July 17, 2006 Share Posted July 17, 2006 (edited) Hello teh jimz0r! /hijack ________ Vapir air one vaporizer Edited February 16, 2011 by Johelian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
immy Posted July 17, 2006 Author Share Posted July 17, 2006 If you dont get a DSlite, maybe you can save up the money for a Wii. It will not be extortionately expensive. Yeah makes sense I already have a ds so i don't espically need a lite, woo go mario galaxy for wii Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tellyn Posted July 17, 2006 Share Posted July 17, 2006 My advice now if you don't want a Lite: Preowned PS2 and games with money left over to save for a Wii. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funktion Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 Since I have some spare cash I was thinking about getting a PS2 to play the upcoming Yakuza game and some of the Capcom compilations, and I was wondering if someone could help me out with a few questions: -how can you play other region's games in an European console (is there a disc loader, or does it have to be "chipped"? And were can I get a console already "region free"/modded?)? -the new model of the PS2 has a few problems with some games. What games do not work with it? -what's the cheapest place to import the console from, or should I just get the "local" console? -what games do you guys recommend (I don't like Final Fantasy, Tekken, Ridge Racer, Metal Gear Solid, ...)? Since I like "old school" games I'm quite interested in old games compilations, for example, and I enjoy adventure/rpg games with a nice story, especially with a cyberpunk/sci-fi theme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johelian Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 (edited) 1) The European console can either be chipped, or you can buy special cases or "keys" to open the disc tray, to be used in conjunction with bootdiscs. The new slimline PStwos can also be chipped, or can be modified with a bit of knowhow and another bootdisc. There are several modding shops online, like http://www.gameworlddirect.co.uk 2) I dont know of any problems with some of the newer chips. My "special" PStwo hasnt struggled to load any of my US/Japanese imports. 3) I would suggest one of the online retailers like http://www.videogamesplus.ca, but there is a high chance you will be hit for customs on it, and that will be a fairly high bill. Some stores also wont send PS2 games/consoles abroad, due to Sony's threats to sue anyone that does. Id probably say Ebay is your best bet to get one already in the country, so long as you go for a reliable dealer. Some independent stores that deal in imports may also hold them. They will undoubtedly be more expensive than a Euro machine, but they are guaranteed to work with all of their region games and you dont risk damage to the machine by modding. 4) To be honest, theyre most of the games I would own a PS2 for! Theres nothing really cyberpunky in terms of adventure on the machine - which is a pity as its one of my favourite genres too The Shin Megami Tensai series is a bit futuristic, and might be to your liking. There are RPGs galore on the PS2, particularly in the US/Japan, but without knowing what it is about the FF games you dont like Im not sure what you will make of them. You can get all the things like Taito/Capcom/Midway/Sega etc Legends packs on the PS2, which obviously contain all the classics. In terms of pure adventure along the lines of Monkey Island, the only ones that spring to my mind are Syberia 1&2, Still Life and Escape from Monkey Island. ________ HONDA CH250 Edited February 16, 2011 by Johelian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goron_3 Posted August 6, 2006 Share Posted August 6, 2006 There are a lot reasonably new good ps2 games to get (Black, Ico, Shadow of the Colossus, Dragon Quest and God of War) so you could get that....BUT I would personally get a Wii seeing as by summer next year the games for it will be amazing (you'll be spoilt for choice!!!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurtle Squad Posted August 6, 2006 Share Posted August 6, 2006 as if it would flop!!! i mean the gamecube didnt. neither did the DS dispite all the shhhtick it got after e3 04 its winning the handheld battle. Also, the Wii owned E3; and it's not like Nintendo are gonna do a Sega where they release things and all sorts of stuff too soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebenmaster Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 Getting a PS2 now for cheap is only worth if you get some good games with it. so wat the hell is wrong with this guy..... Since I have some spare cash I was thinking about getting a PS2 to play the upcoming Yakuza game and some of the Capcom compilations, and I was wondering if someone could help me out with a few questions:-how can you play other region's games in an European console (is there a disc loader, or does it have to be "chipped"? And were can I get a console already "region free"/modded?)? -the new model of the PS2 has a few problems with some games. What games do not work with it? -what's the cheapest place to import the console from, or should I just get the "local" console? -what games do you guys recommend (I don't like Final Fantasy, Tekken, Ridge Racer, Metal Gear Solid, ...)? Since I like "old school" games I'm quite interested in old games compilations, for example, and I enjoy adventure/rpg games with a nice story, especially with a cyberpunk/sci-fi theme. Final fantasy is by far the best rpg on playstation, probably the best on any console, tekken is the playstation's best beat em up by far, and how can you not like metal gear solid! if you want old school games buy a frikin old school console! Or if in doubt just buy a Wii Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funktion Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 so wat the hell is wrong with this guy..... Final fantasy is by far the best rpg on playstation, probably the best on any console, tekken is the playstation's best beat em up by far, and how can you not like metal gear solid! That's your opinion, fine. But seriously, Final Fantasy the best RPG on any console? And Tekken the best beat em up for the PS2? Aren't you forgetting about Soul Calibur 3 and VF4 Evolution? And yes, I don't like the MGS series, so sue me. And this from a huge fan of his previous game Snatcher... if you want old school games buy a frikin old school console! I have lots of them, thank you very much. And seriously, what I do with my money is my problem, I asked a few questions regarding the console and some games over 2 months ago so I don't really understand why you decided to revive the thread just to question my tastes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurtle Squad Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 All I know is that this Gen I'm probably getting a Wii, 360 & PS2. And Tekken the best beat em up for the PS2? Aren't you forgetting about Soul Calibur 3 and VF4 Evolution? Isn't SC2 supposed to be better than 3??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Bananagrabber Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 Isn't SC2 supposed to be better than 3??? Yes. Mainly because SC3 was the fighting game equivalent of bird flu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domstercool Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 I prefer SC3 over SC2. It just feels more polished off. I think the whole three console thing with SC2 hurt it somewhat. I've been playing lots of three recently and i'm loving it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cube Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 Yes. Mainly because SC3 was the fighting game equivalent of bird flu. You mean it was never released? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooj Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 I say that you should go with a preowned PS2, leave some money for some great Ps2 games and of course the Wii lol. Last gen the consoles I bought were: Ps2, Gamecube and GBA/sp This gen my consoles will be: Xbox360, Wii and DS/lite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domstercool Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 All for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebenmaster Posted October 22, 2006 Share Posted October 22, 2006 That's your opinion, fine. But seriously, Final Fantasy the best RPG on any console? And Tekken the best beat em up for the PS2? Aren't you forgetting about Soul Calibur 3 and VF4 Evolution? And yes, I don't like the MGS series, so sue me. And this from a huge fan of his previous game Snatcher... I have lots of them, thank you very much. And seriously, what I do with my money is my problem, I asked a few questions regarding the console and some games over 2 months ago so I don't really understand why you decided to revive the thread just to question my tastes. okay mate im sorry, genuinely, i didn't mean to insult you or have a go at your taste okay. i must've just been in a bad mood when i saw this thread peace bro ps: sc2>sc3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zechs Merquise Posted October 22, 2006 Share Posted October 22, 2006 I don;t know why anyone would wanta PS2, barring the MGS series, is there anything out there on it that warrants purchase? As you've got a 360 I'd buy up classic XBOX titles and save your money for a Wii. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Posted October 22, 2006 Share Posted October 22, 2006 I don;t know why anyone would wanta PS2, barring the MGS series, is there anything out there on it that warrants purchase? Well considering the PS2 was the undoubted 'winner' of this generation I'm sure there are some games that warrant a purchase..... It 'won' because there were so many games available for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bard Posted October 22, 2006 Share Posted October 22, 2006 Getting a PS2 now for cheap is only worth if you get some good games with it.so wat the hell is wrong with this guy..... Final fantasy is by far the best rpg on playstation, probably the best on any console, tekken is the playstation's best beat em up by far, and how can you not like metal gear solid! if you want old school games buy a frikin old school console! Or if in doubt just buy a Wii Nah, FF isn't even remotely the best RPG on PS2, on PS1, yes, but PS2 FFs suck pretty hard. Tekken is definately the best beat em up on PS2 though, it's versions of SC suck. I still think there's plenty of amazing games to get on PS2 though, even just in terms of rpgs: Valkyrie Profile 2 Dragon Quest VIII Shadow Hearts: Covenant Grandia 2 and plenty of others besides. But I'd say get a Wii, because a new experience is what you're looking for if you already have a 360. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurtle Squad Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 I don;t know why anyone would wanta PS2, barring the MGS series, is there anything out there on it that warrants purchase? As you've got a 360 I'd buy up classic XBOX titles and save your money for a Wii. Except the 360 plays not all XBox games....Therefor you're limited still. Plus there are pleanty of good games on the PS2, many of which you've probably never heard of etc etc etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domstercool Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 So many good games on the Playstation 2 now. It's a great system to own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hero-of-Time Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 So many good games on the Playstation 2 now. It's a great system to own. Agreed. You have such a great choice on the PS2 and its lifespan is far from over as there are still titles such as Okami, GoW2, FF XII and Rogue Galaxy to get released over here. I will always be a Nintendo fan but its foolish to ignore the competitions consoles as you will miss out on many a good game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabookerman Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 Agreed. You have such a great choice on the PS2 and its lifespan is far from over as there are still titles such as Okami, GoW2, FF XII and Rogue Galaxy to get released over here. I will always be a Nintendo fan but its foolish to ignore the competitions consoles as you will miss out on many a good game. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerMonkey Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 whats a PS2? o its that dead console isnt it :P seriously thou get a wii, 360 and ds lite when you can...screw the ps3 *wii60 forever* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zechs Merquise Posted October 24, 2006 Share Posted October 24, 2006 Except the 360 plays not all XBox games....Therefor you're limited still. Plus there are pleanty of good games on the PS2, many of which you've probably never heard of etc etc etc. Maybe, I just have an irrational hatred of Sony, this Lik-Sang affair just strengthens my resolve! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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