Having a hard time justifying a PSP over a 360

If I'm not mistaken, isn't the Xbox 360's cheapest price point at around $199? Because I was all excited about getting a PSP for $250, but then I realized that for even less I could get an Xbox 360. The PSP has an incredibly strong lineup, yet I've never owned an Xbox console so there are many games that I've always wanted to try out and never have. Where do you think the money is better spent in this situation?

The reason to get a psp is if you want to game on the go. Why else would you consider it?

i would get a PSP then u could game anywhere !!!!!!!! plus iam sure u can fine a PSP cheaper then 250 that has to be a bundle type

A PSP GO at $250 is an absolute ripoff. It gets rid of the UMD drive, which dramatically reduces the manufacturing cost. Even the PSP Slim is overpriced for the games it offers. My PSP Slim and Phat collect dust like crazy. Getting a PSP over a current-gen system like Xbox 360? Ha.

The reason to get a psp is if you want to game on the go. Why else would you consider it?

Panther501

The reason to get a psp is if you want to game on the go. Why else would you consider it?

A PSP GO at $250 is an absolute ripoff. It gets rid of the UMD drive, which dramatically reduces the manufacturing cost. Even the PSP Slim is overpriced for the games it offers. My PSP Slim and Phat collect dust like crazy. Getting a PSP over a current-gen system like Xbox 360? Ha.

BioShockOwnz

I always wait and see with new hardware.

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A PSP GO at $250 is an absolute ripoff. It gets rid of the UMD drive, which dramatically reduces the manufacturing cost. Even the PSP Slim is overpriced for the games it offers. My PSP Slim and Phat collect dust like crazy. Getting a PSP over a current-gen system like Xbox 360? Ha.

SpruceCaboose

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A PSP GO at $250 is an absolute ripoff. It gets rid of the UMD drive, which dramatically reduces the manufacturing cost. Even the PSP Slim is overpriced for the games it offers. My PSP Slim and Phat collect dust like crazy. Getting a PSP over a current-gen system like Xbox 360? Ha.

Panther501

Lemming or not €250 is too much for a redesigned handheld, especially when you can get a home console for much less. I like the design and this is actually the first time I'm tempted to get one, but it costs too much.

I would think that sheer difference in quality between a handheld console and a home console would be enough to make it difficult to justify. Given the choice, of course.

Also, $250 is pretty standard for the debut of that kind of device.

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A PSP GO at $250 is an absolute ripoff. It gets rid of the UMD drive, which dramatically reduces the manufacturing cost. Even the PSP Slim is overpriced for the games it offers. My PSP Slim and Phat collect dust like crazy. Getting a PSP over a current-gen system like Xbox 360? Ha.

Panther501

I don't think you can sig me like that.

If I'm not mistaken, isn't the Xbox 360's cheapest price point at around $199? Because I was all excited about getting a PSP for $250, but then I realized that for even less I could get an Xbox 360. The PSP has an incredibly strong lineup, yet I've never owned an Xbox console so there are many games that I've always wanted to try out and never have. Where do you think the money is better spent in this situation?

kgb1234

Um, how did you review 360 games without a 360?

And I would never choose a handheld over a console, especially if the handheld is more expensive.

My PSP collects dust, but that's not to say you couldn't be interested in the games.

Truly, if I was you I'd get the PSP 3000, and not the Go!. In the press conference they mentioned the Go! being I think 40% smaller, and 50% lighter than the original PSP 1000. Well, the 2000 and 3000 are both 33% smaller, and lighter than the original, so really there's no point in spending an extra $80 for a portable that's an ounce or two lighter with a smaller screen....

PSP 3000 + a large memory stick > PSP Go!

Xbox 360 > PSP Go!

Really, if you're interested in 360 then get that, and if you want the PSP get a 3000 definitely.

Except for the fact that the $199 Xbox 360 is one big piece of crap.

Get the PSP. It's the only platform the true MGS sequel will be appearing, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker!

If I'm not mistaken, isn't the Xbox 360's cheapest price point at around $199? Because I was all excited about getting a PSP for $250, but then I realized that for even less I could get an Xbox 360. The PSP has an incredibly strong lineup, yet I've never owned an Xbox console so there are many games that I've always wanted to try out and never have. Where do you think the money is better spent in this situation?

kgb1234

A PSP GO at $250 is an absolute ripoff. It gets rid of the UMD drive, which dramatically reduces the manufacturing cost. Even the PSP Slim is overpriced for the games it offers. My PSP Slim and Phat collect dust like crazy. Getting a PSP over a current-gen system like Xbox 360? Ha.

BioShockOwnz

choosing a handheld over a console is never a good idea

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A PSP GO at $250 is an absolute ripoff. It gets rid of the UMD drive, which dramatically reduces the manufacturing cost. Even the PSP Slim is overpriced for the games it offers. My PSP Slim and Phat collect dust like crazy. Getting a PSP over a current-gen system like Xbox 360? Ha.

senses_fail_06

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A PSP GO at $250 is an absolute ripoff. It gets rid of the UMD drive, which dramatically reduces the manufacturing cost. Even the PSP Slim is overpriced for the games it offers. My PSP Slim and Phat collect dust like crazy. Getting a PSP over a current-gen system like Xbox 360? Ha.

STRETCH-E

IMO, he has always been a bit of a Lem but everyone time someone accuses him of it he denies it.

He used to always use the excuse "but I own a PS3 so I can't be a fanboy" and would always post that picture of his PS3.

Just because you own both consoles it doesn't mean you can't be a fanboy.

Sony thinks 250 dollars have the same value as 250 Euro. That's a major rip-off.

Why would you compare both are buying PSP to play at home?

or do you think you can wonder around with a xbox in the bag and play on the go? lol

This is the PSP you should be contemplating:

August 2009 - PSP-3000 bundle, Dissidia: Final Fantasy, "Final Fantasy VII Advent Children" on UMD disc, and 2GB Memory Stick Pro Duo. $199.99.