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PlayStation 2 Console (Slim Line Version 1) |  | From: Sony
Category: Video Games
List Price: $99.99
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Seller: seymour4less
Rating:  280 reviews
Sales Rank: 6175
Platform: PlayStation2
Media: Video Game
Number Of Items: 1
Operating System: PlayStation 2
Graphics RAM: 4
Modem: None
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7
Dimensions (in): 12.5 x 10.5 x 4.5
MPN: PlayStation2
Model: 2
UPC: 711719700302
EAN: 0711719700302
ASIN: B00004SQPD
Release Date: December 20, 2004
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Product Description
PlayStation 2's 300 Mhz processor delivers enhanced clarity and mesmerizing graphics. What's more, the PlayStation 2 doubles as a CD/DVD player. It also plays most of the original PlayStation games.Step into the 128-bit universe brought to you by PlayStation 2. You'll enjoy the look, sound, and feel of unbelievable, near-cinematic realism as you play. PlayStation 2 offers the most advanced games across every genre, DVD video playback as a standard feature, Dolby Digital 5.1 theater-quality sound, and the ability to play the immense catalog of PlayStation games. So, what are you waiting for?
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 DVDs and Playstation games in a slick little package. October 25, 2004
Jon Folkers (Silver Spring, MD United States)
994 out of 1051 found this review helpful
The Playstation 2 has been out in the USA for four years now, and has gone through a number of subtle redesigns, but none as dramatic as this. This new PSTwo is remarkably tiny, and you almost need to hold it in your hand to appreciate just how much Sony reduced the size of the machine. The design feels a lot like a laptop computer -- especially the top-loading optical drive -- and is doubtless cheaper for Sony to produce. This time I feel that we the consumers get a slick product in return for the company's increased profits. It's delicate, but no more so than the original PS2.
There are no major compromises in this machine: like the previous design, it has two memory card slots, two controller ports, two USB slots, a progressive scan DVD player, a built-in infrared remote receiver (for controlling and watching DVD movies), and the AV outputs as the original PS2. Optional video cables can change the signal from the default component to S-Video or composite, just as before. An optical audio jack is also present for digital sound output.
What's missing? Not much. The Firewire port of the launch PS2 has long been abandoned, and is also absent here. You will need to use a new multi-tap if you want to play one of the few games that support more than 2 simultaneous controllers. You'll also be unable to plug in the "PS2 HDD," the hard disk drive albatross that will likely never be supported by Sony again outside of the online Final Fantasy game. No great loss there.
As a DVD player, the new PS2 is at least as good as any other lowend machine that does progressive scan and has DTS and Dolby audio and digital output. I'm using it paired with an official Sony remote and plan to return the cheapo machine I bought when my old DVD player wouldn't change layers on the new Star Wars set properly. My new PS2 not only performs just as well, it also plays hundreds and hundreds of games for both Playstation 2 and the original Playstation. It also plays DVD-R movies, though not MP3 CDs or VCDs.
The machine has a built-in modem and Ethernet port for online play. There is no additional cost for most PS2 online games, but in my opinion Sony's online implementation is not nearly as easy or smooth as that of the XBOX.
Even after this redesign, the PS2 is still the "weakest" of the current game consoles (compared to Microsoft's XBOX, Nintendo's GameCube) in terms of graphical power, and despite this new design, is still the most expensive since you will need to purchase an 8MB Playstation 2 memory card in order to save your games and settings. Nevertheless, it's a great system even if you already own one of the competitors, because of the large software library with many exclusives and lots of quirky Japanese titles. The new design is cool enough to even warrant getting a second PS2 system even if you already own the original.
If you don't have a current-generation video game system yet, and you want one, this would be a good one to start you off. The PS3, when released, is likely to be little more than an evolution of the types of games represented on this system. There's a huge number of excellent low-cost games on this platform, with something for almost everyone who loves games.
Great New Design and Concept November 6, 2004
mamalama
56 out of 64 found this review helpful
I am a mother of three children, so I have grown to know alot about these game consoles. I bought the new Playstation 2 for my 14 year old daughter. When it arrived, I opened it and tried it out to make sure it was in working condition. It is about 3 times smaller than the old one. There is also the option of getting online with it. I don't think that $149.99 is too expensive. It is the same price as the old one, and with more features. I think people are just a little too impatient about the PS3 coming out. Since I have kids 14 and under, Playstation 2 is the best for us. XBox doesn't have as many games, especially geared towards kids. They seem to have too many sports games. My youngest daughter has a Gamecube, and there isn't as many games available, and they are more expensive. It isn't easy to find many good games on sale for $20-$30 like it is for PS2. Anyway, I think the PS2 is great. I think most of the bad reviews are from people who don't own it yet, either because they are children whose parents refuse to buy the new version because they already have the old one, or from impatient hard-core gamers desperately waiting for the PS3.
Not Perfection But Darn Close December 1, 2005
28 out of 30 found this review helpful
I think this redesign is great. My favorite change is that the system has a built in Network Adapter. So you save 20 bucks if you want to play online. My least favorite change is complete lack of HDD support. But honestly not a big loss. You'd only need it if you wanted to play a Final Fantasy game online.
Now, with all of people who say the PS2 doesn't have a lot of durability, what are you doing to your consoles? Me, my uncle, cousin, and 5 friends have had a PS2 for over 3 years and they still work fine.
For you people who are just now wanting a console, I'll tell you how to decide. Honestly, all the consoles are great.
The PS2 is the current leader of the consoles because it had a wide variety of games and a lot of excellent exclusives (Katamari, Ratchet, Kingdom Hearts).
The Xbox is next because it has the best online system. But don't think the PS2 has horrible online, you can still kick butt in MK Deception and shoot down people in Killzone. Xbox has a some excellent exclusives (Halo, Ninja Gaiden). But lots of the excellent games are ones also availiable on PS2 (GTA San Andres, Battlefront).
Gamecube's only strength in my opinion are it's exclusives such as Mario, Metroid, and the flawless Zelda. But if you're a teen, you'd also want a PS2 or Xbox because Gamecube misses out on a lot of teen/mature games such as GTA, Battlefront, sometimes MK, and Destroy All Humans.
But honestly, they're all excellent. They all have their own games and own capabilities.
My Family Loves the PS2 April 30, 2006
Wisconsin Dad (Wisconsin United States)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
This is the first gaming system we have purchased for our children, and it is a big hit. After shopping and comparing, we decided to get the PS2 for 2 reasons: 1) The price was good compared to the Xbox and, 2) Huge game selection for all ages and interests. A month after purchasing the PS2 we have got our entertainment value from it already. We hit the local video store and took many PS2 games for "test drives." I like The Shadow of the Colossus, and the many fantasy and RPG games available. My wife loves good old Sonic, Pac-Man, and all the arcade games. My daughter loves Curious George, and Chronicles of Narnia. If you are looking for a family gamily system, the PS2 is flexible, and a great value.
AC Adapter Warning!!!! November 12, 2005
16 out of 18 found this review helpful
I have had a PS2 since "02". The old PS2 is really large and takes a lot of room. When this PS2 came in, I sold my old one and got this one. About 3 months ago at EB games, there was a recall on certain AC adapters that may cause a fire. When your PS2 starts up, press triangle to see the version of your PS2. If the version says SCPH-70011 or SCPH-70012, call Sony. They will give you a fresh one for absolutely FREE. No shipping costs either... Please check your PS2.............
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