Originally Posted by Chocoburger Not alone. I own a launch PSP-1001, and I think the system is great in many ways (though also flawed in a few), $99 is a bit too much for a 2005 system that has no more support at this point. I can't justify a back-up one at $100. $50, yeah.

The 1000 is worlds apart though in terms of screen quality and form factor (2000/3000 are much more lightweight and comfortable). I also own a launch 1000 and I'd say it's a really worthwhile upgrade.

Here's a comparison pic (not mine)

Originally Posted by chunlirocks and drop already Growlanswer

It's on sale for $20 atm on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Growlanser-Way...I31X3AII30FOLJ

I was hoping they would drop it to $15 (and Gungnir to $10), but $20 isn't bad either.

Originally Posted by redline GameBoy Advance never got cheaper than $79 or so brand new. DS Lite got down to what, $89? I don't think we'll ever see any handheld go for $50 brand new. But you can always dream.

Then dream I shall, good sir!

Originally Posted by excellen The 1000 is worlds apart though in terms of screen quality and form factor (2000/3000 are much more lightweight and comfortable). I also own a launch 1000 and I'd say it's a really worthwhile upgrade. Here's a comparison pic (not mine)

Don't you dare tempt me! I still enjoy my 1001, even with its issues. I don't need to spend more money when I'm waiting for a good PC monitor deal. Hey, if anyone knows about a great IPS monitor deal at 27 or 30 inches, let me know!

Sounds like it's time to stop buying "backup" systems! Just keep in mind that your current system is relatively unlikely to fail, you can always buy another one then if it does (might be even cheaper by that point) and then you can spend all the $ you save on more games.

Originally Posted by chunlirocks Must resist I have issues I have a psonecombo still sealed, a back up ps2 still sealed and a 160 gig ps3 slim as a backup Already have a psp and it is really durable but I want one JUST IN CASE ahhhh must wait for lower price and drop already Growlanswer

Originally Posted by excellen The 1000 is worlds apart though in terms of screen quality and form factor (2000/3000 are much more lightweight and comfortable). I also own a launch 1000 and I'd say it's a really worthwhile upgrade. Here's a comparison pic (not mine)

interesting... the screen does look better.

i have a 1001 too and bought the 3000 once as a spare once, but i ended up returning it since i didn't think i would need it.
i do remember it feeling too light compared to 1001 though, like it was a plastic toy

Originally Posted by dfo Sounds like it's time to stop buying "backup" systems! Just keep in mind that your current system is relatively unlikely to fail, you can always buy another one then if it does (might be even cheaper by that point) and then you can spend all the $ you save on more games.

I love seeing them on the shelf with my LEs and artbooks

I actually still use a 1001 too, I like how it feels heavy and high quality and the grooves on the back make it more comfortable to hold. They removed the eject mechanism from later psp models too which also made them seem cheaper.

When it comes to the screen though, 2000 is king between the models that support umd. 3000 has better colors, but it introduces scan lines:
http://news.cnet.com/sony-responds-t...screen-issues/

But a lot of people wont care/notice those. I barely notice the ghosting on my 1001 anymore after all these years because I've gotten so used to it. But if you can find a 2000 new for a price even remotely close to a 3000 I'd go for that.

Not bad, I considered this since the x button kinda sticks on my PSP now after a lot of use but I just bought a Vita so it will have to wait.

my psp 1000 is kinda shot, so a 3000 would be nice...

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If I'm PS+, can I put Final Fantasy Tactics War of the Lions on this PSP, or is it Vita only? (FFT is free for members right now)

Originally Posted by choral_music If I'm PS+, can I put Final Fantasy Tactics War of the Lions on this PSP, or is it Vita only? (FFT is free for members right now)

pretty sure u can (on PSP)