Sony PlayStation 2 - Game console

Now.. for the real review :)

GRAPHICS: 8/10
The graphics of the Playstation 2 are amazing. Here is a misunderstanding. Just because the Xbox and Gamecube are capable of better graphics, it doesn't mean that ps2's graphics are bad. Games like Jak 2, Final Fantasy X, and Final Fantasy X-2 really show what the PS2 is capable of. Overall, they are great.

GAMES: 10/10
The playstation 2 has the biggest and greatest game selection out of the 3 current next generation consoles. Any kind of game you like, you can get. What kind of genre do you like? Fighting? RPG's? Platform? Adventure? Action? Sports? You rule the choices. It doesn't matter what games you are into. You can find anything you want :)

EXTRAS: 10/10
Again, the Playstation 2 has the most extras out of the 3 systems.
PS2 Extras:
-DVD Player
-CD Player
-Backward compability with the Playstation 1.
-Online Capabilities

Good luck choosing a system, and happy gaming :)


PS2, a Blessing from God.   December 1, 2003
Zeta (his computer)
19 out of 20 found this review helpful

Hello, I am a big computer geek, so you can trust what I have to say. ; )

PS2 rocks, I've had it since the first day it came out. It has awesome games and good graphics (when needed). If your thinking about buying a PS2, Gamcube, or Xbox, read this first.

1. Don't get Gamecube, every good game it has is on PS2 and/or Xbox.
2. Xbox has a lot of good games that are also on PS2 and some good games of its own, Knights of the Old Republic, but PS2 is lasts longer because its not on the crappy Windows system (some people disagree but its true if you take care of your PS2)
3. PS2 has a HUGE variety of games, is the best selling game system and has Final Fantasy.

I hope you make the right choice (PS2 or Xbox).
If you do buy a PS2 remember these key instructions for care taking.

1. NEVER EVER shut your PS2 off with the switch in the back (it is only for frozen games) instead press down the reset button until the light goes red.
2. Don't EVER put you PS2 on a vertical stand. It screws up the hard-drive and the game in it.
3. Don't throw things at your PS2.
4. If the disc isn't reading don't throw your PS2 away, there could be a scratch on the game (I suggest buying a disk cleaner for those scratches [SkipDoctor is the best]).

Have fun with your PS2, I've been through a lot with mine and it is still in fine working condition (dropped it one story once) and if anyone tells you I am wrong, I'm not, just remember I am a computer geek.


Grow Up   November 12, 2004
J. Kline
19 out of 21 found this review helpful

I'm tired of seeing bad reviews for the PS2 without any evidence backing it up. I work with PS2s every day for a major retail chain and I know the PS2. The earlier versions have a tendancy to have a "disc read error" and not read most dics, especially the blue dvd discs. Other than that, there are no problems with the machine. Also, Sony has released a minmum of 2 updated versions, that look exactly like the original, with an emphasis on UPDATE. Overall the PS2 is a solid performer with Sony hoping to get another 5 years out of it, even with the release of the PS3 (which people need to be patient for..May of 05 at the earliest)
I'm not going to bash the XBOX, because it is a solid performer as well. It has its problems, like being super-large and not having as large of a selection of games as Sony (but the 100 million people that bought Halo 2 dont care). If I were to recommend a machine out of these two..I can't..its basically a tie, with the XBOX having the edge on graphics, and the PS2 having the edge with games. Hopefully this helps you out from a more mature perspective and enough with the kiddy reviews..please?


Better Variety In Terms Of Gameplay   December 9, 2003
Justin (NJ USA)
15 out of 16 found this review helpful

While I wouldn't consider PS2 to be better or worse than the other two consoles, I would like to say that it has a better variety in terms of gameplay. The Nintendo Gamecube has more games targeted toward a younger audience while the Xbox has more games targeted toward an older audience. The PS2, however, seems to have a better balance of games for different ages, making it my slight choice over the other two consoles. Thanks for taking the time to read this.


Best Console PERIOD   December 20, 2004
Geno (Pittsburgh, PA)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful

The Playstation 2 easily conquers all other next-gen consoles. It has DVD playback, the best game library, the easiest to use controller, and a fully realized online functionality. Lets look at the PS2 head to head with the other two consoles.

PS2 vs. Gamecube

The PS2 obliterates this system on nearly every level. The PS2 has online and CD/DVD player capabilities that the Gamecube lacks entirely. The graphics are about the same between the two with maybe a slight edge to the cube. Also the cube is slightly cheaper. The library is close but I will have to give this to PS2. While cube has all the nintendo staples (Mario, Zelda, Metroid, DK, SSB, etc), the sony system comes out on top with innovative and outstanding titles (GTA, Metal Gear, Final Fantasy, Jak, R & C, SOCOM, etc.) Also the PS2 outshines GC in the sheer number of titles. While the cube controller beats the XBOX in overall comfort, the dualshock 2's button layout is nearly flawless and feels just right. Overall, the cube is a competent if basic system that sells because of the classic Nintendo series.

PS2 vs. XBOX

While this one is closer than the previous, the PS2 still triumphs. XBOX and PS2 have similar features: DVD/CD and online but the XBOX simultaneously one ups and "one downs" (if that's a phrase) the PS2. The improvement lies in the ability to save directly on to the system on its HDD and more specifically burn songs onto it to use with your games. However, the monthly fee to play online is a major setback for any consumer. Onto the graphics, this is the one category PS2 falters in. The XBOX's graphics are decidedly better overall. PS2 makes a comeback in the controller department. Even with the S-controller, XBOX's controller takes a while to get used to, is overly bulky, and has a strange button layout. This just cant compete with the PS2's far superior controller. It is easy to use and the perfect size. Onto the game library. This is probably the most debated part of a PS2/XBOX comparison. While the PS2 has all the strong titles I mentioned above, the XBOX has powerful exclusives as well (Ninja Gaiden, Chronicles of Riddick, and the almighty HALO 1 and 2). In my opinion, Halo is a fantastic game yet not as amazing as people make it out to be. It is a marvelous FPS but is definitely the most overrated game in recent memory. The PS2 wins because these previous four titles and good graphics are the only reasons to buy an XBOX. If you take away these 3 the rest of the exclusives pretty much suck. All you are left with is the multiplatform games which you could get on your PS2 and have the advantage of free online and a much better controller. Overall, XBOX has pretty graphics and HALO thats it, period.

So congratulations to the Playstation 2, the best console out there until the inevitable PS3.


P.S. The PSP is going to wipe the floor with the DS, in my opinion.