About the new PlayStation 3 gaming system, many serious gamers say: “sign me up!” With new Blu-Ray technology and up to a 60GB hard drive, this is a gaming system that experts say could last for some time. Others are still on the fence.
The original PlayStation system was introduced in the United States in 1995 and was followed by the PlayStation 2 in 2000. In early 2006, Sony announced the end of production of the PlayStation 2 as it began working towards the much-vaunted introduction of high technology and Next Generation. Playstation 3.
So why should anyone pay almost $600 for the new Playstation? There are several factors that drive the success of this new game system.
* With high-tech HD technology, the graphics capabilities of the new PlayStation 3 have been greatly improved over previous models. The PS3 features IBM’s “Cell” processor and a processor that allows the machine to perform two trillion calculations per second.
* PS3 games are encoded on the new high-tech Blu-Ray discs, which contain six times more data than traditional CDs. Sony executives predict this will lead to many new popular game franchises and the return of some old favorites. The use of Blu-Ray technology combined with the powerful processor promises gamers more complex games with incredible graphics.
* You don’t have to buy all new games. The PS3 will also play PlayStation and PS2 games. The system comes with a hard drive, an SD slot, a Compact Memory flash slot, and Memory Stick Duo slots.
* Online capabilities. Just like the Xbox 360, you can connect with other gamers online when you play PS3 games, as well as download content from the Internet. This multiplayer concept is sure to bring more gamers to the table as video games try to compete with that popular aspect of computer gaming.
* New intuitive controller. Many gamers intuitively move their hands or whole body when playing, even if such movements don’t change anything about how you’re playing. Sony took this and made it a special feature of the new controller. The controller features a super-precision 6-axis sensing system that can accurately detect fine movements to control games. Future PS3 games, then, will be controlled by the movements of your hands, and not just your thumbs on the controller. That means, for example, that you could play a driving game while “steering” your hands on the controller.
* The option to spend a little less on the system (and get less). The base model, which features just a 20GB hard drive, can be had for around $499. The larger 60GB model is $599 retail. This, of course, assumes you can find one. Initially, the old manufacturer cry “sorry, we can’t keep up with demand” will be heard to increase demand.
Now most gamers admit that this system will be superior to anything else available right now. It is the newest and most popular game system at the moment. But, there are some drawbacks that rub against the pros. They include:
* This system is not a slim case like the PS2. It is larger and heavier, weighing in at around 11 pounds.
* To get the top HD output, you have to dig deeper into your pockets and pay the $600 as the lower priced version doesn’t feature the highest quality graphics capabilities.
*Many argue that because of the high prices of the PS3, you could simply buy a new computer or upgrade your current computer so that it can run high-quality games that boast incredible graphics and gameplay features that so many computer gamers have given up on video games. . systems in the closet.