Should I buy a 60GB PS3 ($350) or the new PS3 Slim + PS2 for $400?
I want to play my old PS1/2 video games, so it makes sense to me to get the PS3 that is backward compatible. My only concern is that it's a 3 years old console that is been used quite a bit. How reliable is it? How easy/expensive is it to fix if it ever breaks?
Are there any quality differences between the PS3 Slim and a 2007 PS3? I will want to play FFXIV when it comes out on PS3, will the performance of an old PS3 be the same as a 2007 PS3?
Should I just get a PS2 + PS3 Slim for $50 more?
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The new PS3 Slim comes with a warranty, is cheaper, makes less noise, uses less energy, AND has a bigger harddisc!
The combination of PS3 and PS2 might be a good choice, but you have to keep in mind that it means you have a second game console standing there, which requires to be connected to the TV too. On the positive side, this doesn't have to be the same TV...
However, why not consider a third option: A brand-new PS3, and a second-hand PS2? The PS2 is extremely robust, and chances are you won't be playing it much any more anyways after you've seen the PS3 games. A second-hand PS3 can be obtained for as little as $50, so no waste there.
There is no difference between the PS3 and PS3 slim performance-wise. Both can run all available and future PS3 games, so no worries there.
In the end, I'd probably choose the PS3 and a second-hand PS2. You get the better, Slim version, it is the more flexible option, cheaper, and it still has its warranty.
My opinion
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When a console breaks, you are basically screwed. Repairs, even when covered under standard warranty run a nasty $150+. You can't take them to local shops, you have to ship your console and wait 2 months.
Systems can overheat easily, and the dust build up can render a system to hot to run good games. Living rooms can be a nasty place for electronics.
I have always been a fan of having multiple consoles. Something about booking up my dreamcast for a game of crazy taxi really gets me going.
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The PS3 Slim + PS2.
You probably have a boat load of PS2 game that you still love to play.
The harddrive space I never had a bad time with.
You can always upgrade later if you need more space.
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