i was bid for Sony PlayStation 2 + 12 games, 2 controllers, and more! he never sent my PS2, i never get my PS2.... it is the description :

PlayStation 2's 300 Mhz processor delivers enhanced clarity and mesmerizing graphics. What's more, the PlayStation 2 doubles as a CD/DVD player. It also plays most of the original PlayStation games.Step into the 128-bit universe brought to you by PlayStation 2. You'll enjoy the look, sound, and feel of unbelievable, near-cinematic realism as you play. PlayStation 2 offers the most advanced games across every genre, DVD video playback as a standard feature, Dolby Digital 5.1 theater-quality sound, and the ability to play the immense catalog of PlayStation games. So, what are you waiting for?

Although there is a lot to love about the big PS2 (hard drive bay, a little more sturdy), the PS2 slim model does have some advantages: 1) they are much smaller, take up a lot less space around the entertainment center, 2) built-in networking (don't have to purchase a separate device like the fat PS2 requires), and 3) they don't have the slider tray to mess with - you just push the button and the lid gives you instant access to remove or insert a game.

In summary, although you give up the HDD bay, it is a fair exchange for the other positive features. Much smaller than the PS3, and if you use a component cable for HDTVs, it makes your old games look like PS3 quality. Some that I noticed the most improvement were Soul Calibur and most any of the newer PS2 releases. For that matter, even the old PS1 games seem to have better visuals with the component cable. Sony was really thinking about the future with that capability. I would recommend holding on to the PS2 a little longer, as it hasn't rode off into the sunset yet.

The PlayStation2 is equipped with a 128-bit Emotion Engine processor that enables lightning-fast gameplay and impressive graphics power. The console builds on its home entertainment value by doubling as a DVD player and accommodating most of the original PlayStations vast library of games. PS2 is known for its excellent selection of titles for gamers young and old. Plays DVDs, 128-bit Emotion Engine processor, lightning-fast gameplay and backward-compatible with PlayStation games.

The Playstation 2 or better know as the PS2 comes in a sleek black designs. Also Averrable in Silver which is extremely hard to find and when you do find stores usually inflates the price of the system. A rare find indeed, but make sure you do not pay any extra, it's exactly the same as the black one. The PS2 has a least eight different model, but you couldn't tell by looking on the outside, The only thing that has change about each is the internal? A technology is improve. cheaper part are made and that lower the cost of the system. This console system is true made for every one. Game range from dancing, to sports games, to space to rpg. The PS2 has many functions to it, but it's over all a Game system and DVD player can even play music. It's also backward compatible with PS1 game. (Meaning: It can plays PS1 Game)

Advantages:
1. Variety of good games.
2. Sleek design and fits almost anywhere.
3. Plays DVD movie playable
4. Affordable


Disadvantages:
1. Xbox's graphic look better sadly, but not that much better.
2. Only two controller ports, compared Xbox.
3. Game are a bit expensive.
4. Will over heat.

Summary: The PS2 has a very high quality games console with extraordinary games new and used available. PS2 is the best games console On the market compared to other system like X-BOX and Gamecube.

Immediately upon opening package, the unit reeked of smoke. We connected the PS2 to the TV and plugged in controller. Then we inserted a game and turned it on. A stream of nasty, smoky smelling air poured out of the fan and there was evidence of it having previously been in a very dusty or smoky environment.
The Sony Entertainment banner played on the TV for a moment then the Browser / Configuration screen appeared. The game should have started. When we tried to go into the browser selection, the system shows ‘Reading Disc’ and then says ‘Disk Read Error’. We tried the same with the other two games which were included with the purchase. The results were the same.
We then tried two different music CD’s and none of them were read by the system. Next, we tried two different DVD’s and none of them played. We then disconnected the entire player and moved it to a different TV and tried the whole procedure again with the same results. With a PlayStation, if a music CD or a movie DVD or game is inserted, it should automatically start. This did not happen. Further, when the browser mode is entered it will attempt to read the disc, and in all cases, it failed with a Disc read error.
In a final attempt, we put the PS2 standing on its side position with no luck.
The PlayStation DOES NOT WORK. If it came on AND PLAYED A GAME before sending it then that was luck and not indicative of its state of repair or operation.
I am a computer professional and very familiar with the symptoms of a failed optical (CD/DVD) drive. This unit is not operational.

The PlayStation2 is equipped with a 128-bit Emotion Engine processor that enables lightning-fast gameplay and impressive graphics power. The console builds on its home entertainment value by doubling as a DVD player and accommodating most of the original PlayStation's vast library of games. PS2 is known for its excellent selection of titles for the older gamer.

The Playstation 2 or better know as the PS2 comes in a sleek black designs. Also Averrable in Silver which is extremely hard to find and when you do find stores usually inflates the price of the system. A rare find indeed, but make sure you do not pay any extra, it's exactly the same as the black one. The PS2 has a least eight different model, but you couldn't tell by looking on the outside, The only thing that has change about each is the internal? A technology is improve. cheaper part are made and that lower the cost of the system. This console system is true made for every one. Game range from dancing, to sports games, to space to rpg. The PS2 has many functions to it, but it's over all a Game system and DVD player can even play music. It's also backward compatible with PS1 game. (Meaning: It can plays PS1 Game)

Advantages:
1. Variety of good games.
2. Sleek design and fits almost anywhere.
3. Plays DVD movie playable
4. Affordable


Disadvantages:
1. Xbox's graphic look better sadly, but not that much better.
2. Only two controller ports, compared Xbox.
3. Game are a bit expensive.
4. Will over heat.

Summary: The PS2 has a very high quality games console with extraordinary games new and used available. PS2 is the best games console On the market compared to other system like X-BOX and Gamecube.

If you want the very best in interactive home entertainment, then there really is no other choice than PlayStation 2. Fun, accessible, sociable and inclusive, PlayStation 2 offers an unparalleled range of audio-visual experiences and is an essential addition to your existing home entertainment set up. Bring your living room alive with some of the greatest multiplayer games known to man, experience the astonishing picture quality of DVD and more, all on a single, simple, plug-and-play unit. PlayStation 2 plays host to the largest and most varied range of video games ever assembled. No matter what type of game you prefer, from sports to shoot 'em-ups, from driving to role-playing, PlayStation 2 delivers it all. You won't find exclusive titles like Gran Turismo, Grand Theft Auto, Tekken, Ratchet & Clank or The Getaway on any other console, so whether you're a hardcore gamer, or just fancy a quick blast now and then, PlayStation 2 really is the only entertainment system that matters. If you're upgrading from PS one, you'll be pleased to know that the PlayStation 2 will play all of your existing PS one games, so you already have a good headstart on building up your collection. Some of the more recent PS one games even benefit from enhanced visuals and audio when played through the PlayStation 2. But it's not all about games; PlayStation 2 is also a fully-fledged DVD player out of the box. Give all of your favorite films a new lease of life with all the benefits of the format: incredible sound and picture quality, bonus features and special additions. Additionally, you can even listen to all of your audio CDs on the PS2, and if your existing home setup includes Dolby Digital Surround Sound, you've got all of the connections you need to hook your PS2 up straight away. Make PlayStation 2 the center of your home entertainment system and you'll wonder how you ever survived without it.

The Play Station 2 has many nice functions and tons of games available for a reasonable price. It is available in jet black or silver (which is harder to find but looks really nice and matches my Sony Vega TV!). I have over 100 games for this console and I think it is the best console for under $300 right now for these reasons:

Advantages: Hundreds of fun and popular games available and are easy to find at any game store (unlike the less popular GameCube), many accessories are easy to find at any game store like wireless controllers (always a great first upgrade for any system!), doesn't cost a fortune for each game like the new PS3 or X-Box360 right now, is backwards-compatible with the older Play Station games, is easy to mod to play burned (copied) games, plays DVDs flawlessly and works great with my Logitech wireless controllers. I highly recommend them!

Disadvantages: The graphics capabilities are very good but aren't quite as good as the X-Box, there are only two controller ports compared to X-Box's 4 ports, and the load times are still longer than I want to wait but still faster than the older version...thankfully.

The bottom line: I would say that the Sony Play Station 2 is a great all-around game console. It can be easily modded to play burned games and it doesn't have disc reading errors like some older version consoles had. I think that the Sony Play Station 2 is the best all-around gaming console for under $300 right now, and other consoles such as the X-Box and GameCube don't quite compare to the quality or overall value you get with this one.

The Sony PlayStation 2's life spanned roughly ten years, and as of this date (9/2008) still has plenty of games published for it, including such big name titles as Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Not only does it still enjoy publisher's attention, it has one of the strongest, if not THE strongest, libraries of games of any console to date. Part of this, of course, is due to the excellent backwards compatibility for PlayStation 1 (PSX) games, but also has roots in the console's long life span (for a list of titles the PlayStation 2 has backwards compatibility problems with see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L​ist_of_PlayStation_games_incom​patible_with_PlayStation_2 though in my opinion there really aren't any games on the list to get too upset about not being able to play). Over it's life, the PlayStation 2 had a version of every cross-platform game published for it, in addition to having numerous exclusive titles like the Final Fantasy series, Metal Gear Solid series, God of War series, Ratchet & Clank series, SOCOM series, and many, many more. I've found these titles to also be much more enjoyable and fulfilling than many current generation games because there was a stronger focus on creating excellent game-play in those days rather than jaw-dropping graphics (which some games, like the Final Fantasy series have anyways, especially considering the modest power of the console in comparison to current generation consoles).

I would recommend buying a PlayStation 2 to just about any person interested in video games, especially a person interested in catching up on some of the big series and titles that (like me) passed them by when they first came out because they didn't have this console and/or had another console. The hardware is solid, and if you're a person living in a small apartment or dorm room or have a high mobility lifestyle the Slim versions of the PlayStation 2 are as ideal as you can get for your gaming needs. The hard/firm/software is also easily modified so that you can play different versions of games or games not released in the US (i.e. imports) or back-ups of some of your previously owned PSX or PS2 titles, so if that's something you're into, finding instruction and resources to do it will be no problem.

Having had some amount of experience with all of the past and present generation consoles either through owning them or playing on friends' systems I feel I make this review from as objective a position as one can make, so do not take it lightly when I (and my title) say that this is one of the best consoles to have ever been on the market. Considering you can now get a good pre-owned console off eBay or any other online auction/classified site (and these, like the one I bought, usually come with games thrown in) for a pittance compared to what they once cost, you would be doing yourself a disservice if you don't buy one. Popular titles are also easily found online or at your local electronics or gaming store at cheap rates as well.

Overall then, as I said before, I highly recommend the PlayStation 2. Excellent backwards compatibility, solid hardware, one of the best catalogs of games of any console, easy modification, and tons of support make it a must buy to any gamer.

Of course, now, its not the best; that's why I gave it a "good" instead of an "excellent." But for some of the good things about it:

- Plenty of games available for it
- DVD movie and audio CD playing feature
- CD's for the games enable much more space, used by things like cutscenes, (maybe) better music, more "stuff" in general, rather than cartridges
- Online gaming capability
- USB and FireWire ports, compatible with some devices
- A good selection of special controllers and other accessories
- Even if it is unofficial, the ability to "hack" it and make your own programs for it/load programs onto it.
- Powerful graphics processing capability for its time
- Ability to play PS1 games
- Its relative cheapness right now, since much better systems are out there now, the price has gone way down, but if you don't need the best stuff, a Playstation 2 can still be very entertaining.

The Playstation 2 has many functions to it, you can get it in Jet Black or you can get it in Silver, which looks much better, but it is very rare to find. I have many games for this console and personally I love it overall!

Advantages: lots of good games out, Sleek looking, DVD movie playable - basically good value for money :-)

Disadvantages: Xbox's graphic capabilites are superior - Still waiting for hard drive peripheral for PS2. Also there are only two controller ports, compared to the higher rated Xbox. Also the games are quite costly so go figure!

The verdict: I would say that the Sony Playstation 2 is a high quality games consule with extraordinary gaming power capible of being achieved. Many people tend to dissagree, but I think that the Sony Playstation 2 is the best games console going and other consoles such as the XBOX and Gamecube don't even compare to the quality of this tiny black/silver box of fun.

The Playstation 2 has many functions to it, you can get it in Jet Black or you can get it in Silver, which looks much better, but it is very rare to find. I have many games for this console and personally I love it overall!

Advantages: lots of good games out, Sleek looking, DVD movie playable - basically good value for money :-)

Disadvantages: Xbox's graphic capabilites are superior - Still waiting for hard drive peripheral for PS2. Also there are only two controller ports, compared to the higher rated Xbox. Also the games are quite costly so go figure!

The verdict: I would say that the Sony Playstation 2 is a high quality games consule with extraordinary gaming power capible of being achieved. Many people tend to dissagree, but I think that the Sony Playstation 2 is the best games console going and other consoles such as the XBOX and Gamecube don't even compare to the quality of this tiny black/silver box of fun.

The Playstation 2 has many functions to it, you can get it in Jet Black or you can get it in Silver, which looks much better, but it is very rare to find. I have many games for this console and personally I love it overall!

Advantages: lots of good games out, Sleek looking, DVD movie playable - basically good value for money :-)

Disadvantages: Xbox's graphic capabilites are superior - Still waiting for hard drive peripheral for PS2. Also there are only two controller ports, compared to the higher rated Xbox. Also the games are quite costly so go figure!

The verdict: I would say that the Sony Playstation 2 is a high quality games consule with extraordinary gaming power capible of being achieved. Many people tend to dissagree, but I think that the Sony Playstation 2 is the best games console going and other consoles such as the XBOX and Gamecube don't even compare to the quality of this tiny black/silver box of fun.

The Playstation 2 has many functions to it, you can get it in Jet Black or you can get it in Silver, which looks much better, but it is very rare to find. I have many games for this console and personally I love it overall!

Advantages: lots of good games out, Sleek looking, DVD movie playable - basically good value for money :-)

Disadvantages: Xbox's graphic capabilites are superior - Still waiting for hard drive peripheral for PS2. Also there are only two controller ports, compared to the higher rated Xbox. Also the games are quite costly so go figure!

The verdict: I would say that the Sony Playstation 2 is a high quality games consule with extraordinary gaming power capible of being achieved. Many people tend to dissagree, but I think that the Sony Playstation 2 is the best games console going and other consoles such as the XBOX and Gamecube don't even compare to the quality of this tiny black/silver box of fun.

The Playstation 2 video game system is very versatile, in that, you can play games , listen to music CDs, and view DVDs as well. The accessories that come with the system are numerous and available. It can also play games from the previous system (PS1). I bought this system so that I could once again enjoy its multiple uses. I only wanted the older larger model and not the slimmer model. I am continuously using this PS2 everyday that I can, and recommend it to anyone looking for a multi-tasking game system.

The Playstation 2 console was one of the stronger consoles released by Sony Inc. The dedication to game play was pushed to new levels, because of the new graphics and online playing. I enjoyed the Playstation 2 console, but the one draw backs is that it does over heat and fail after long hours of running. So serious gamers, put down that Mountain Dew and step away from the controller. Anything over 24hours of game play puts your Playstation 2 at risk if its even over a year old. But 24 to 48 hours of turning that console off can cure this problem, compared to the dreaded 3 Rings of Death on the 360. I purchased this Playstation 2 console because I know what great experience the PS2 is from the other 2 I fried. Yes 2. First one on a christmas break while playing FF10 for 32 straight hours, the second one I was going to town on the Lost series. Made it from season 1 to 4 before she kicked the bucket. Funny thing is the series still didn't make any sense. '?' But each Playstaion was over 2 years old. I knew better. I still would chose the Playstatin 2 over the first Xbox any day. Sony has always had a great list of game titles under its products. I just wish the Playstation 3 would catch up. I purchased a 360 because of the major game titles, but I still go back to my Playstation 2 for the greater titles. I mean so many classics were released with the first Playstation: Silent Hill, Resident Evil, Final Fantasy 7, Yes Just Final Fantasy 7. The rest are crap compared to this holy piece of gaming history. But I digress. The Playstation 2 carried on these titles quite well, all the while the titles were also released for the Cube or Xbox, but while you had to have the Xbox for Silent Hill or the Cube for Resident Evil, you only needed the playstation 2 for them all. So I am rocking the Playstation 2 until she burns out again. I find it braging rights to say you fried a console from over playing it, and my unwavering dedication in repurchasing a new console everytime it happens, shows my love for this console. Thank god for Ebay. I can avoid the sketchy pawnshops and the over priced back of the shelf wal-mart consoles. Go Playstation 2. (Side Note: Please forgive me for my terrible spelling and nasty grammer.)

I purchased a ps2 on the basis of i didn't want to spend $500 on a ps3. I looked around and the cheapest i found locally was $70. you can find them online for the same price but the one i got came with video card, games and extra controllers. now with the ps3 out, the ps2 games are cheaper and readily available on ebay or at a local gamestop type store for less than 10 bucks a game. it still plays dvds so i can put my dvd player in another area. it just seems like a smart buy even with Playstation deciding to lower a new PS2 console to under $100, they might go even cheaper online. happy hunting and i would highly recommend if your looking for a console with lots of variety of games that won't break your budget.

This is a solid gaming machine with 100's of stellar games. Compared to the Xbox and Gamecube, it's library is unmatched.

Pros- Many, many superb titles that now a days you can find for very cheap.
Built in DVD player and CD player gives added entertainment.
Sturdy design will last you for many years.

Cons- Does not have as much graphical power as the XBox or Gamecube.
You must buy a memory card to save your data.
Only 2 controller ports built in.
Online play is very limited.

I would recommend this system over the Xbox or the Gamecube for the shear size of it's game library and it's accessibility.

This console originally came in a big size and then black. To increase it's marketing, Sony decided to release the slim, and different colors also of this model. All worked perfectly well. I've never had any problems with my PS2. The only issue was that after 8 hours of playing games, it would heat up quite a bit. That's only normal though, as even PC's do the same. Though, I could have still played on it. It never over heated like the Xbox's do. This console is very well made and structured. The console works very well, and has a sleek design.

Now off to the graphics department. The graphics are pretty nice. You can see that Sony is hitting that stage where their going to be the top leaders in graphic consoles. Unfortunately, at the moment, Xbox's 360 graphics are still superior. Yet, both consoles offer a different variety of games. PS2 offers very good games, which include top names like Grand Theft Auto, Grand Turismo, Guitar Hero, Metal Gear Solid, Final Fantasy, Turok, God of War and many more awesome releases. Just to name a few. Although the PS2 is well worth a buy, it can be on the pricey side. For gamers who don't worry about a bargain or price, then the PlayStation 2 is a top buy. Though, for bargain gamers, I would suggest waiting a while or finding a good deal on eBay.

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The Sony PlayStation 2 Slim (PStwo) is an excellent video game system (and DVD player) for your money. It is the 2004 version of the award-winning PlayStation 2 released in 2000, but it is much more compact and adds built-in online capability. Here is a more thorough list of the pros and cons:

Pros:
1. Has a huge selection of games for all ages and genres
2. Plays both DVDs and CDs (and you can purchase a remote separately)
3. It's tiny! And it easily fits into most entertainment system
4. Is relatively cheap compared to the newest systems
5. Is very affordable, especially when compared with the 2005-2006 systems
6. Has built-in online capability and playing online with others is free

Cons:
1. Despite its newness, it does not have the latest graphics capabilities
2. Its online experience is not as robust and polished as Xbox Live
3. Discs are top-loaded, which requires more room than front-loading trays
4. Unlike the original PlayStation 2, it has no hard drive expansion option

In summary, the PlayStation 2 Slim is an excellent system with great value. It may not be nearly as functional or snazzy as the PlayStation 3 (March 2006) or the Xbox 360 (Nov 2005), but it really gets the job done as an affordable game system and DVD player. I hope this was helpful!

The PlayStation 2 game console was the best of its generation. Can it hold a candle to the nextgen systems (PS3 and XBOX 360)??? Let's see...

Graphics: Nextgen wins. This one's a no-brainer. The PS2 can't compete with the nextgen systems on this front. Though I should mention that the PS2 has very good graphics.

Gaming Library: PS2 wins. There are games for all ages on the PS2 and you can play the PS1 games as well. The PS3 (as of this writing) is still having compatability issues with the PS2 and PS1 games.

Online: Difficult...Nextgen takes it. The 360 has decent online funtions. PS3 is lagging on that front...PS2 online is free...

Size: PS2 wins. The original is bulkier than the slim, but still smaller than nextgen systems.

Price: PS2 all the way! If you can afford to go out and drop $400 minimum for the nextgen systems, by all means, have at it. But for those of us looking to spend considerably less than that, the PS2 is where you'll get the most bang for your buck.

Overall, I've had absolutely no problems with the PS2. The PS2 doubles as a DVD player (regular DVD's, not HD or Blu-Ray) and though I've never used it as such, it can also double as a CD player. A remote can be purchased separately.

I would recommend the PS2 to anyone not in a position to go out and buy the newest nextgen console.

As many other reviewers will tell you about all the advantages and disadvantages of the Playstation 2. I am writing this review to tell you what you should look for when buying a PS2. As you may or may not know there are some issues that arise with disc read errors for some models of the PS2. The PS2 has two types of formated games CDROM format and DVD ROM format. When testing out a system make sure you test both formats of games to see if you got a good system especially check the DVD formatted games. As most systems will always read CDROM formatted games, but they wont read the DVD formatted games.

As for choosing which model you want slim or bulky. As much as it is nice that the slim model has the built in network adapter, the slim models tend to die quicker if you play it alot due to not having a proper fan in the system to keep it from getting really hot.

Well I hope this info helps in your decision on purchasing a Playstation 2.
GAME ON.

The Sony Playstation 2 is a fantastic system. Great Graphics, awesome video game library, you can play DVD's and playstation 1 games, it looks nice and its controls are awesome. Sony Playstation 2 will go down as one of the best systems ever, there is no doubt about that. Between the Gamecube, Xbox and PS2...The PS2 was by FAR the best system with the best games.