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- Platform: PlayStation2
- Media: Video Game
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- 128-bit console with Emotion Engine processor
- Comes with one controller plus UK mains lead and AV cable
- Region 2 DVD player
- Two USB ports for a range of peripherals
- Type III PCMCIA expansion slot for future hardware expansion
- Can connect to a variety of high-tech Sony products via a Sony i.Link interface
- Built-in infra-red receiver for DVD remote Backwards-compatible with most PSone games
- Expanding library of games to choose from
- PS2 Stand sold separately
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Product Description
At the heart of the PlayStation 2 is the 128-bit Emotion Engine processor, which combines lightning-fast gameplay and unprecedented graphics power with DAT-quality stereo sound. The system was designed as an improvement on the original PlayStation's design; the disc-based software and Dual Shock 2 controllers will be immediately familiar to PlayStation devotees. Also, owners of the original PlayStation need not discard their existing game collection, because the PS2 is designed to be compatible with the software for the original PlayStation.
The PS2 builds on its home-entertainment value by doubling as a DVD player, which allows it to play thousands of feature-length movies and other video programmes, and outdo the VHS format in both audio and video quality. Most DVD movies allow you to select alternate audio tracks, supplemental footage and a host of extra features. Like the original PlayStation, the PlayStation 2 also will play audio CDs.
The PlayStation 2 was designed with future expandability in mind. The unit comes with two USB ports and a Type III PCMCIA expansion slot--the latest standards in PC communications. It also comes with Sony's own i.Link interface, which can connect it to a variety of high-tech Sony products--from digital cameras to notebook computers. Read our PS2 Hardware Guide
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Sony PlayStation 2 Console.
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Video Game
Well, well, well.....Having been determined to hold off buying one until the hype and the price had dropped to a sensible level, I finally bit the bullet last week (oh the joys of store credit!) and bought my PS2. Having been a Dreamcast owner for the last year (and very happy with it too) I was saddened by the decision to stop making them and even more irked by the amount of games by 3rd party publishers that are now being dropped and so it is nice to have a system with some real backing again. The fist generation PS2 games, on the whole are very impressive (on par if not better technically than the 1st generation dreamcast games) though perhaps not the most original titles in the world. I own Timesplitters, Fifa and Tekken and have enjoyed all of them. As far as I can see, the console can only go from strength to strength over the next few years and I am looking forward to all the upcoming 2nd gen titles. I have been fortunate to have so far had no technical problems with my box (waiting 4 months after launch to buy one obviously did the trick) though I know others were not so fortunate. Still, most new systems have some teething problems (anyone remember the problem plagued PS 1 when it was released 6 or so years ago!?) As for the DVD....well I know it is not as good as my mates £250 dedicated player but, considering it is a secondary function of the console, I am very pleased - it is considerably better than my.. video recorder and that is enough for me. So, should you buy one?.....To be quite honest I would recommend to most that it may be worth waiting a few months - a price drop and a few more top quality games would improve the packages appeal no end, but on the whole I am very pleased with my new system.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Video Game
Great step up, but software doesn;t appear to always fully exploit the marketing hype created. There are a few genuine good games on the PS2: Madden 2001, Redfaction, Timesplitters; but others appear to be turbo charged PS1 games. Other titles by same software houses could be so much better e.g. EA Rugby vs EA Madden, they ar generations apart. More effort here please developers!
Agree with other comments about cost of owning the system - but hey we keep buying...! DVD's are a cheaper medium than the old cartridges etc and therefore combined with development costs - the games should be considerably cheaper than the typical £40 you shell out. Controllers - should always come with TWO; cheap marketing trick.
Summarise, pick wisely and you'll be happy; pick poorly and you'll question your choice.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Video Game
The Playstation 2 is at the moment a bit of a sleeping giant, but during the next few months there are loads of games in the pipeline. Grand turismo 3, Grand theft Auto 3, Max Pain, Metal Gear Solid 2. But If you have bought a Playstation 2 now, you won't be dissapointed. There are a few good release games, like ridge racer, and Smugglers run to keep you happy as well as the excellent F1 2001. And don't forget it doubles as a DVD player for extra value, although it does struggle with Dark lit movies, such as Blair witch etc.. But this doesn't get over the fact that it is the best console out for people who own a pc and fancy a change.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
CLASSIC GEM NEVER FADES
After well over a decade, the Playstation 2 (PS2) is still an outstanding console by today's standards. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Gabers_in_Space
It's a ps2!
I was very pleased by this product, as a whole. There is usually a lot of worry when ordering an electrical product, but this arrived in one piece, and though a bit dirty (i hope... Read more
Published 2 months ago by PIES VS PIES
Mike
It is an alright console, a bit scratched on the outside but it works. Had a bit of trouble readign games but in the end it worked and is playable
Published 7 months ago by mike
Flawless
This ps2 has spiced our weekday evenings and weekends up big time. Superb stuff. Highly recommended. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Peter B
A decade later & still loving it as if I bought it yesterday.
It seems like it's all about the X-Box 360 with Kinect, PS3 move & the Nintendo Wii but I'm begging you don't sleep on the PS2. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Sir Kev
Was okaii but the Controller doesnt work properly.
ii got it in good conditionsz.. and ii loved it.. but the controller doesnt workk properly.. :(
it was an issue otherwise itsz good..
thnak you..
it was an issue otherwise itsz good..
thnak you..
Published 11 months ago by Sriiee
Ps2 ..... 2011
I am not gonna lie, the ps2 is still a remarkable console! The games are harder than the standard ps3 and xbox games which is good as games nowadays are completed rapidly. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Fredddyyy
LEGEND
I came across the PS2 when it first came out (big and bulky version) as my cousin bought it for her little one. Read more
Published 15 months ago by MISS ZJK
the ps2 still has it after 10 years defo wins my heart
this is a great machine its still very fun to use i have a ps3 an xbox360 and the original ps2 (fat 1)x2 the fat model is much better than the fashionable silm line the fat ps2... Read more
Published 15 months ago by anonymous
Great!
We've had a PS2 for about 9 years now, and it still works! Granted, it's pretty hit-and-miss whether the game you insert will load, but after 9 years I think that's to be... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Agb2001
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