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Great console, great game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 43 / 50
Date: August 18, 2001
Author: Amazon User

The PS2 is definetly the best console, and thats because of the games. You might hear a lot of talk from the xbox or gamecube but without good games they're lost. Right now the PS2 is building a great library of games: Gran Turismo 3, MGS2, Twisted Metal Black, Devil may cry, and the list goes on and on.

If you take GT3: is the best driving simulator ever created on any system, period. In this game the PS2 really show its power. The game has the most beautiful graphics ever created for a racing game, a soundtrack that keeps your adrenaline high, a huge selection of cars and tracks, and finally an awesome realism that will keep you playing this game for months and months.

You can't be wrong with this bundle it includes everthing you need and the price is right. Don't pay atention to the reviews that give only 1 star to the ps2, that are from some guy with a lot of time in hands and spends the whole day wrinting bad reviews for the ps2.

Let the facts speak for themselves

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 28 / 31
Date: August 20, 2001
Author: Amazon User

The problem with most game system reviews today is that there's far more emotion than logic. Writers dwell upon why a particular system is their own favorite system, then give little more than lip service to what other gamers may think.

In an effort to counter these often senseless reviews, I present this: a compilation of system comparisons. This information is intended for people who have not yet purchased a system and are trying to determine which piece of hardware is best for them.

SEGA DREAMCAST [] Release date: September 9, 1999 [] Graphics support: 128 bits [] CPU: 200MHz [] Memory: 16MB main, 8MB video, 2MB sound [] Controller ports: 4 [] Extra features: Built-in 56k modem [] Game library: Low hundreds (stagnant)

PLAYSTATION 2 [] Release date: October 26, 2000 [] Graphics support: 128 bits [] CPU: 294MHz [] Memory: 32MB main, 4MB video, 2MB sound [] Controller ports: 2 [] Extra features: DVD player, PlayStation backward compatibility [] Game library: Low hundreds (growing) plus several hundred PS1 games (stagnant)

NINTENDO GAMECUBE [] Anticipated release date: November 5, 2001 [] Graphics support: 64 bits [] CPU: 485 MHz [] Memory: 40MB comprehensive [] Controller ports: 4 [] Extra features: Game Boy Advance systems can be used as GameCube controllers [] Game library: Estimated 15-20 at launch (growing)

MICROSOFT X-BOX [] Anticipated release date: November 8, 2001 [] Graphics support: Unconfirmed [] CPU: 733 MHz [] Memory: 64MB comprehensive [] Controller ports: 4 [] Extra features: Built-in online capabilities, hard drive will enable several new features [] Game library: Estimated 15-20 at launch (growing)

I greatly advise you to get out and try the systems -- all the systems -- before you purchase any of them. But parents, when in doubt, use the following logic: Which system are games on which Little Jimmy is always talking about? There you go; you have your answer.

Solid System, Solid Game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 11 / 11
Date: August 29, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I personally found the PS2 attractive because of its backward compatibility and the ability to play DVD's. I will say that the games are quite good for being such a young system. Also, the DVD playing is sufficient. Although the controls are awkward because you have to use the analog controllers, it still suffices as a DVD player. There is a third party remote, but I don't trust third party equipment. Thankfully, Sony has come out with their own remote which is the best one to get. As some have said, the vent is quite loud at times. The hum will be annoying at first esp. if you place it on a hard surface, but it's something you'll get used to.

Should you get the PS2? Yes. Should you get it now? Maybe. The price will definitely go down with time, and it'll be more affordable then. Also, there will be more games later this year. Also, for those who don't have a DVD player, this system will keep you entertained two-fold. As for the reading materials, it's stuff you can find online. Extra controller and memory card are necessary.

Now the X-Box and GameCube are out. For pure power and punch, the X-Box and GameCube provide the capability for better graphics. Are they noticeable? Yes. Are they that much more that the PS2 is useless? No. I've played games on both systems and although they look great, they're still behind on gameplay. As we all know, graphics only get you so far, and it's gameplay that makes a system last. It's possible that X-Box and GameCube will produce better games later this year like the PS2 did. It seems like it takes a year for any new system to get into the flow of things. Nonetheless, the PS2 is a sure thing and there is a wealth of great games out right now that will compete with anything else out there.

5 stars for the system. 5 stars for the game. This is an excellent introductory game for the PS2. The graphics and gameplay are simply top notch. Just play it once and check out the shadows and lighting on some of the courses. Every little thing has been covered in this game. The replays alone will drop jaws. As for the reading materials, it's stuff you can find online. Extra controller and memory card are necessary. Overall, this is probably the best package anyone has to offer. If you plant to buy a PS2, get this bundle.

Great Game! Very Cool System!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 10 / 12
Date: November 19, 2001
Author: Amazon User

If you purchased a bundle from Amazon, this would have to be the one to get. It gets you a years worth of magizines, 2 offical Sony Dual Shock Two Controllers, a game guide, An offical Sony 8mb Memory card, and Grand Tourismo 3! Thats an awsome deal.
MAGIZINES
The only problem, is the magizines, you don't get them when you order, they are sent monthly for one year. I would rather subscrobe to PSM, a great Playstation 2 magizine. They also don't soly focus on Sony items, but they mention X-BOX, Gamecube, and so forth.
OVERALL:C-

MEMORY CARD
This is a great item. It allows you to save and save alot. With 8mb of memory you can save around 20 files! I bought my system for Chirstmas 2000 and I still have only used around one third of the card. The card itself is very dependable. For example I have a friend who bought a MadCatz memory card and it borke down within a month.
OVERALL: A+

GAME AND GUIDE
The game is one of the best for the system. If you would truley like to show off your system, then pop this game right on in and your friends and family will truley be amazed. It feature eye poping visual effects and it incorperates real life phyics, making for a truley realistic game. Again this has got to be the best game for the PS2. The guide is also extremly handy, but it isn't needed, it only gives tips for the cars and different tracks.
OVERALL:A

CONTROLLER
This controller is probaly the best controller for any system. I mean once you hold on to it it feels almost like a glove. plus this package includes two of them so you can play GT3, with two players! The controllers also have a bulit in rumble feature, and it shakes everytime you bump into a wall. the drawback is that the conroller will develop white marks around the edges of the analog sticks. This can be removed using a small amount of Windex and a Q-tip
OVERALL: A-

SYSTEM
WOW! This system has a huge selection of games, and they are becoming cheaper everyday. For example, some popular titles such as SSX and Madden 2001 are only $30 i mean thats an excellent deal. out of all the new systems I would prefer The Playstation 2, because of the sheer amount of games for it, and Sony's loyitly to its costumers. All, one more note is that you may have heard of the PS2's defects. These are true, but only for the early models that came around in November 2000. I called Sony and they provided me with that information. So I hope that isn't one of your concerns.
OVERALL A+

Thanks alot for taking the time to read this, and I hope that this was helpful!

a very good bundle

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 7 / 7
Date: August 11, 2001
Author: Amazon User

this is one the best bundles ever.. if u were thinking of gettin a Playstation2, well u should get this bundle...it has all the basic things u will need to start playing...plus Gran Turismo3 is the best racing game ever...every reviewer has given this game the most points than any other racing game.. and if u are like me u would like to play with a friend or anyone one on one..thats why the bonus controller is a help..and u will need a memory card for almost every game that comes out on the ps2..this is a great deal.

This is a great system.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 5
Date: November 07, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Someone siad this sytem has no games i can believe how can they lie to everyone? you have great game like Devil May Cry, Ace Combat4, GT3, GTA3, Silent hill 2, ICO and lots more great games PS 2 has most great game of all system. and someone siad PS 2 don't play DVD and XBOX play DVD very good, how can you know? xbox haven't come out yet and I have played more than 50 DVD on my PS 2 it has no problem, and about graphic Ace Combat 4's graphic blow AFDS(on XBOX) out of water. and none of XBOX game can be as good as Devil May Cry or upcoming MGS2 FF X(all 3 are on on Playstation 2). again if you want a great system with lost of great games buy PS 2 you won't be wrong.

Are You A Serious Racer?

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 6 / 7
Date: August 15, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Sure, I am. I love racing games and I just found my perfect match. This GT3 Package includes everything any gamer needs. The price believe me, it is excellent for what you get. PS2 became my entertainment centre my games and DVDs are playing all the time on it.

This guy from Kansas doesn't know jack!!!!!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 8 / 13
Date: August 11, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Graphics are the same as the Dreamcast??? Hahahahahah....This system is superior in every way when it comes to Dreamcast. Plus, with the awesome graphics and the gameplay of PS2, this system will rule the Xbox. Blah blah blah, hardware is better in the Xbox, some can argue that when the PS2 reaches it potential, its better than the Xbox. Remember, all are 128 bit machines people. But will Xbox have Metal Gear Solid 2 when it comes out? Will Xbox have Gran Turismo series? NOPE. These titles and a few more is what MAKES the PS2 the PS2. Get it, and you won't be sorry!!!

It was fun while it lasted.

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 8 / 13
Date: September 06, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I really think Sony screwed up with the Playstation2. I've owned two systems in less than a year, and both turned out to be defective!

From time to time I played my games, music, and dvd's on it, which were all bought new and kept in good condition, like the system itself. The only problem was from time to time, my system began rejecting discs. Messages would appear on the screen that stated the system was unable to read my discs. This message appeared more and more often, until it was the only thing that appeared on the screen.

For some reason, it seemed to start with the dvd's. Sometimes when I'd be watching one with a friend, the picture would go pixilated, turn black, and start skipping chapters, which was highly annoying, and led to one of my discs becoming permanently damaged!

I always take good care of my systems. I own an original pong system, an Atari 2600, a Super Nintendo, a 3DO, and a Dreamcast. These systems may be aged, but they are all in good working order, and when you pay nearly five hundred dollars for a PS2, you're naturally going to take good care of it. Unfortunatley, not long after I went to Wal-Mart to exchange my defective system for a new one, the same problems occured. After that, I'd finally had enough, and got a refund.

After that, I discussed my misfortune to some of my friends and co-workers, who owned PS2's. They said their systems suffered from the same defects. One person even went through FOUR systems! The PS2 only came out last October!

I also spoke to a woman who works at (a retail store) about my problem, and she said it wasn't an isolated incident, and that she's been having many people returning their systems due to similar defects. Perhaps Sony will get their act together with the Playstation3. As for the Playstation2, my advice would be to avoid it. A highly defective system isn't worth (the price). Besides, its graphics aren't even all that good. Maybe its just me, but its graphics are only ocassionally equal to the Dreamcast.

My experience with the PS2 may not have been great, but what made things worse was having to also put up with its many defective peripherals. I had a controller that was made by MadCatz. I honestly liked it more than Sony's model, and it worked great for about a month before the anolog stick died. I also owned the 'Performance Master DVD Remote' for the PS2 as well. Its button configuration was akward, and there were buttons that were in the wrong places. For instance, If you wanted to play the movie, you had to hit the 'stop' button. And when you wanted to stop the movie, you had to press the 'play' button. Then there was the gameshark2, and what a mistake it was buying that thing! It didn't work from the start! And after looking at the reviews of that product on this site, I see I wasn't the only one who had problems with it.

In closing, I say shame on Sony for releasing a system with so many bugs in it, and to those third party companies with their substandard peripherals. I've never owned such defective equipment! And I hated having to shell even more money for something I felt the system should've had, which of course is the multi-tap. And, for obvious reasons, Sony made sure the old Playstation multi-tap wasn't compatable with the ps2. The system should've had four controller to begin with. Sony could've probably made the money back if they trimmed a couple needles features off the Ps2, like that motorized tray.

All in all, the Ps2 didn't even come close to meeting my expectations, and it just goes to show what hype can do for a system. But with Microsoft's powerful new X-Box hitting stores, and Nintendo's game cube not far behind, it should be interesting to see how this system fares. Since I've gotten tired of taking part of this expensive system war, I've decided to downgrade to a Nintendo64, and play quality games like Zelda: Orica Of Time & Majora's Mask, Goldeneye, Super Mario 64, Resident Evil 2, etc. Because in a few years, despite what everyone says or thinks, the Ps2 and the X-Box will be replaced and looked down upon by everyone eager to get their hands on the next Playstation, Nintendo, or Microsoft system.

GET THIS NOW

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 4
Date: October 13, 2001
Author: Amazon User

This is an alwsome system and forget what that other guy says about it being "defective" because only a small portion were shipped that were defective. Gamecube's got the graphics and PS2 has the games so get PS2 and then Gamecube. Dark Cloud, Final Fantasy, Gundam Journy to Jabargo and Gran Turismo 3, its all good........

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