Sony Still Pushing PSP-3000
New bundles surface just days after Go launches.Published 04/11/2009 at 7:00 by nofi
Sony are clearly still keen on pushing the classic PSP format, with four new bundles due to land in Japan soon. Priced at just ¥19,800, the four packs include a case, a cloth, a four gigabyte memory stick and a PSP 3000, available in Piano Black, Pearl White, Vibrant Blue, and Radiant Red according to AndriaSang. In addition, the Japanese giant is also re-issuing the previously limited Monster Hunter pack at an almost budget price of ¥18,500 which will feature the Vibrant Blue 3000 and a copy of the 3.5 million unit selling Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G.
Personally I’d rather have seen more support for the PSPgo because despite a massive launch title list over in Japan Sony need to continue to show the public that they’re absolutely focused on continuously delivering digitial download titles. In recent weeks the games available for European owners have dried up somewhat slowing down to a rather disappointing trickle of new releases rather than concentrating on the extensive back catalogue of brilliant PSP games. UMD needs to be quietly shelved and let’s see the Go the centre of Sony’s attention.
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mark w. | 04/11/2009 07:50
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I have a 3000 and will not buy a Go because now I choose the cheapest place to buy my games and otherwise you can only buy from the store at prices sky high.
Severn2j | 04/11/2009 08:57
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That right there, is why I wont get a Go.. If you can only get things from one place, there is no competition and you can charge whatever you like. I’m all for digital downloads, but not when its the only source..
Bilbo_bobbins | 04/11/2009 10:01
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here here, the reason I didn’t bother too. Plus if they are apparently going back to the UMD for the PSP2 (rumoured) then why bother with the Go ?
davidjmclare | 04/11/2009 10:49
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but you can get psn credit for bargain prices which works out the same as in store price… zavvi.com!
BadBoyBoogie | 04/11/2009 11:28
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@davidjmclare – Don’t forget with memory cards falling in price all the time, it’s just as easy to use discounted PSN cards to buy stuff for older PSPs as it is the new Go.
tom_lord | 04/11/2009 12:15
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Aye, but it’s a big clunky thing. As much as I love my 1000 and 2000, not having to buy a Pro Duo and not being able to fit it in my pocket is very 2005.
skibadee | 04/11/2009 16:54
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same reason for me will get a 3000 at xmas
TctclMvPhase | 04/11/2009 22:41
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Dont take this the wrong way, but nobody cares that you are not getting a Go. The Go was not made for you. The Go wasn’t even a fully developed console. Just look at how closely it resembles a Milo. The Go is simply a low cost attempt at bringing in gamers from cell phones. It is a very specific product for a niche market. Chances are Sony lost very little on its development (it was built of existing tech) and given that the current price contains a built in profit margin for retailers, you can bet that the console is being sold above cost.
As for this article, the Go will not and should nt be the center of attention. Think of it like an auto manufacturer’s car line-up…there are your basic cars which fulfill the needs fo a car quite well. These are the bread and butter of the car maker’s line. Then there are the high end sportscars, these can fulfill similar utility to a normal car, but often lack some key features to allow you to rely solely on them as your main transport. These cars often showcase experimental concepts, cost a premium over their construction costs and in the long -term cost more to service. The Go is an experimental sports car to try and show the Ipod crowd that theres life after the app store, not sell platforms to normal consumers.
davidjmclare | 05/11/2009 00:01
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good point. agreed!
Withnail | 04/11/2009 08:13
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Did Apple stop promoting the iPod classic after they introduced the Mini? Didn’t think so. PSP Go is an alternative line, not a replacement. This is why it’s so surprising that Edge keep going on about a UMD equipped PSP 4000 as if they have some amazing insider information. Did they really not expect it?
As for back catalogue on PSN, I think it’s time to forget it and concentrate on getting new releases on there on day one at a reasonable price. If it was possible to get all those old games on the store it would have happened already. Nobody wants Lumines et al on there more than Sony does. The simple fact is that most publishers are unwilling or unable to do so.
Mutt | 04/11/2009 08:21
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If they shelve the UMD, then they will have a load of very unhappy people with the old models. The PSPGo is for a different market to the UMD versions. Someone wanting a Go will most likely buy it whether an old model is available or not and there are still plenty of people wanting a UMD version so they can trade in games or be able to buy it cheaper as they’re not stuck to whatever price Sony decides to sell the game for online.
Ed the Penguin | 04/11/2009 11:13
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I do prefer to own the disc copy of the game for trading purposes, but purchasing of the PS Store is so easy it’s wallet-drainingly scary at times!!
ultimatepunchrod | 04/11/2009 18:11
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well i think the whole point was to offer either, so it kind of makes me happy to see that they arent ignoring the old one because people are still going to want the 3000 for a physical product.
Quinlank | 04/11/2009 19:35
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Focusing on the Go is the last thing they need to do. It seems to have bombed already, so I’m not surprised to see the old machine still getting a heavy push.
Nice that they’re bothering to include memory sticks with these bundles at last though, as I didn’t see one come with most of the bundles on UK shelves right now.
iNsAnE_gAmInG | 04/11/2009 19:58
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PSP 3000 is a great console and I am sure plenty of people who can not afford Go’s will still be interested in purchasing one.
Everytime I see a video showcasing the PSP Go, I want one! I love the sleekness, the slidy bit, the portability and the general coolness of the handheld. However, I always remind myself that my PSP can do all that the Go can do, it just has a UMD Drive and is not as nice-looking.
However, the beauty of the handheld ensures people just WANT one, they are such appealing things when you see them on TV. Intelligent people will still be happy to buy a 3000, but for suckers like me a Go is going to be a hard offer to pass up. If it did (by some miracle) drop to £150 or under before 2012 I would be guarenteed to pick one up.
flatfour | 04/11/2009 20:35
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I’m more than happy that I’m a recent purchaser of a 3000 – even in a Playgear Pocket case it fits in my back pocket….?! High prices for PSN bought games and complete lack of trade-in market make the Go a non starter for me. Gosh I nearly said a no-go….
Sony being Sony UMD will be around for some time yet, just look how long Minidiscs were hanging around at the back of HMV! (winking smiley)
flatfour | 04/11/2009 20:36
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Oh and the fact it only cost me £82 – brand new from John Lewis! (big grinning smiley!)
iNsAnE_gAmInG | 04/11/2009 21:56
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That is a great price buddy. Agree about the lack of ability to trade in Go games due to their digital nature.
Plus you can pick up great games like Virtua Tennis World Tour for £2 pre-owned as the 3000 obviously has a UMD drive.