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1. 
   Slade's Downfall
   Jul 28th, 2010 at 11:18 pm

   Review by Slade’s Downfall for PlayStation 2 Console Slim – Black
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   I bought one of the old PS2 systems when it came out and it worked very well. It was my DVD player as well as my video game console. When I went on vacation I accidentally left it on and it fried. After five good years of service, it finally died.

   I had to buy a replacement and so I bought the slimmer version. It works just as well as the other one did and takes up a lot less space on my TV stand. It plays all my games and my DVDs, so I am very satisfied with this Sony product.

   I refuse to buy a PlayStation 3 just because I refuse to spend a great wad of cash for a video game console. And with the new Black and White PS3 systems that are being released in November which do not feature PlayStation 2 compatibility, I don’t see why I should buy a PS3 right now when it means I’d have to keep my PlayStation 2 just to play my PS2 games is pointless.

   If you’re looking for a good game system for a low price, buy the PlayStation 2, it’s very good for games and DVDs, especially since WII doesn’t play DVDs.

2. 
   No*BoUnCe
   Jul 29th, 2010 at 12:04 am

   Review by No*BoUnCe for PlayStation 2 Console Slim – Black
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   Wow … I was amazed at the size of this console. It’s about the size of a trade paperback book, and actually weighs less (1.3 lbs)… in other words it’s very small. I purchased the $4.99 upright base from Amazon and I can hardly see this black PS2 across my room.

   The network adapter on the PS2 and network startup disk that is included, worked perfect and was very easy to follow. For me, I just purchased a 50′ CAT-5 ethernet from Amazon ($11.50)and ran it along my baseboards from my DSL router to the PS2 and had things up and running in about 10 minutes.

   I am very pleased with this console’s quality and functionality, the selection of PS2 games, and the nice selection of on-line games available. I would highly recommend this console and gaming system for those on a budget and anyone for that matter! Enjoy!

3. 
   VisionScript aka RachelRights
   Jul 29th, 2010 at 12:10 am

   Review by VisionScript aka RachelRights for PlayStation 2 Console Slim – Black
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   For all of you clueless adults out there: you must purchase a memory card or the kids can’t save their games and have to start over from the very beginning, which can be tedious. My daughter played continuously for hours on end, sleepy-eyed even in the day or so following Christmas (before we purchased a memory card), simply because when she turned the game off, it would be lost forever. Save your children. Buy a memory card.

4. 
   Laura Hensley
   Jul 29th, 2010 at 12:38 am

   Review by Laura Hensley for PlayStation 2 Console Slim – Black
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   I waited ten (10) years to upgrade from my PS-one to a PS2. I thought about the PS3, but could not justify the added expense. The PS2 has great graphics and reaction. I bought this just to play God of War (which is awesome). This system is a great deal for only $125. Throw in a $25 Sony memory card and you are in business. The games are cheap and there a ton of them available. It also has playback capability, which the PS3 does not, unless you were able to get one of the 60GB models which are now no longer available. This would still be great for kids who are cool enough to be able to live without the latest and most expensive model. Maybe in 10 years I’ll look to upgrade to the PS3.

5. 
   Derek J. Quinn
   Jul 29th, 2010 at 1:06 am

   Review by Derek J. Quinn for PlayStation 2 Console Slim – Black
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   After ten solid years, my original PlayStation 2 finally stopped reading discs — the optical drive failed. I was a little wary about replacing my trusty machine with the newest super-thin PlayStation 2 because it looked like I could break it if I held it too tight. My fears have been totally obliterated. This version of the PS2 not only has all of the features of the the previous versions but comes in a much more stylish package that is strong and durable — the ultra-thin case makes for easier integration into a home theatre’s entertainment centre, the IR (infra-red) port on the front makes use of a remote control (for DVD functions) a brain-free exercise, and the top-load disc drive is much more friendly than the tray-load drive that had a tendency to stick or fail entirely. I wouldn’t recommend throwing out a working PS2 in favor of getting this version, but if you are in need of a new PS2 for any reason, then this is the version you want to get.

6. 
   Anonymous
   Jul 29th, 2010 at 1:30 am

   Review by for PlayStation 2 Dualshock Controller Black
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   The fact is, although the shape was not modified from the original DualShock (Sony figured, “Why change a popular, perfect design?”), most of the innards are completely different. Also, ‘Analog’ for the DualShock2 not only describes the controller sticks, but also applies to all of the buttons. This means the buttons are pressure sensitive and actually have an effect on game play. This will especially show for games like GT3, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty and Final Fantasy X. (Example: The amount of pressure you use to press a button dictates the speed of you drawing your gun in MGS2.)You will NOT get the same effect by using a PSOne DualShock.I have not had any bad luck with this controller, and I’ve owned as many as 3. This controller is far better than the controllers for Dreamcast or Nintendo 64. It is also VERY durable. I’ve slammed my personal controler into the ground (carpet lined cement) MANY times after frustrating licence tests in GT3, and the controller remains in perfect shape. This controller is far better than any third party fodder.

7. 
   EMAN NEP
   Jul 29th, 2010 at 2:07 am

   Review by EMAN NEP for PlayStation 2 Dualshock Controller Black
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   The way I see it, the best controllers are the NES, SNES, and Playstation controllers. All three of these have one thing in common: ridiculously simple button lay-out. Play with any of these three and you’ll notice that you NEVER have to take your eyes off the screen to find the right button.I see a lot of people complaining about the price on this controller, but let’s look at what you’re getting. First of all, this controller has the vibration function, which makes the controller literally shake around. This is especially fun when you’re shooting guns in games like Metal Gear Solid 2. Then there’s the two analog controllers. However, just because they’re there, doesn’t mean that you are forced to use them–like with that dumb N64 controller. Every Playstation 2 game I’ve played so far still lets you use the D-pad–which an old-school gamer like me prefers. But if you want to use the analog controller, go right ahead, it’s just a thumb-flick away.Everything I’ve mentioned up to here is pretty much common knowledge, but there are a few features on this controller that you weren’t aware of: 1) This controller has AN EXTRA FOOT OF CORD when you compare it to the generic Playstation One controller. Now I can relax on the COUCH instead of the FLOOR. 2) The R2 and L2 shoulder buttons are LARGER, making it sooooo much easier to find them in the heat of battle. And 3) I recently saw a magazine advertising a product that lets you use the Playstation 2 controller on the Gamecube because “the Gamecube controller won’t be ideal for all games.” See, I told you the Playstation 2 controller was the best.So far I haven’t had any problems with buttons sticking, and quite frankly, the only way I can see that happening is if you make a habit of dripping pancake syrup onto your controller, or throwing your controller at the wall. Controll yourself!

8. 
   LG
   Jul 29th, 2010 at 2:39 am

   Review by LG for PlayStation 2 Dualshock Controller Black
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   When magazines described the Dual Shock 2 as having all analog buttons I sort of expected a mushy button feel so you knew how far you were pressing, etc… Instead, the buttons feel like normal PS1 Dual Shock buttons but depending on how hard you push them it can give a different reaction in the game.This is a kind of nice feature since the buttons feel the same as the old PS1 controller but it has an extra level of sensitivity. The only time it is a pain though is if you just tap it sometimes it won’t register.All in all, I would say buy the Sony controller and skip out on the 3rd parties. All the people I know who have bought 3rd party controllers sold them and bought Sony within the next day.

9. 
   Chris
   Jul 29th, 2010 at 3:05 am

   Review by Chris for PlayStation 2 Dualshock Controller Black
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   There are a lot of PlayStation 2 controllers out there, and because the PS2 is backwards compatible with PlayStation, there are even more. However, none can even come close to this controller. With its analog buttons that can tell how hard you are pressing, to it’s dual shock emitters, nothing can top it. The analog buttons come in especially handy for sports and fighting games, and the shocks are very fun to play with. Even though there are controllers with other features on them, such as wireless and different shapes, they are not as good as this one! Plus, they are not guaranteed to work perfectly, unlike this one, because they are not made by Sony, and some aren’t even endorsed by Sony. Only buy this controller! It’s the best!

10. 
    David E. Weekly
    Jul 29th, 2010 at 3:08 am

    Review by David E. Weekly for PlayStation 2 Dualshock Controller Black
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    I’ve had my PS2 for over a year now and have played with several different brands and varieties of gamepads for it, figuring that Sony probably didn’t have a monopoly on good style and solid construction. Seeing the other pads available for a considerably lower price than the Sony, I bought a few and played with them.After months of heavy gaming with SSX, though, they broke, wore down, buttons stopped working, and the controls became rather unresponsive. Disappointed, I went and grabbed two fresh Sony pads and the difference is amazing. The quality is really far superior to any of the other pads out there in terms of strength, comfortability, feel, and durability.The only complaint I have is that the edges to the directional pad and button pad are the tiniest bit too sharp — several hours of sliding your fingers across them quickly will give you some serious blisters — I actually built up callouses during my most intense periods of gameplay! I haven’t seen a gamepad that’s more comfortable, however.The short of it: get the Sony controllers. Don’t bother with the others; you’ll just get frustrated.