10 out of 10

Sony PlayStation 3

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Best Price: $399

  • User Score (1487)
    8.8 8.8 from 1487 reviewers
  • Expert Score (29)
    7.9 7.9 from 29 reviewers
  • Buzz Index: 0/5
  • Activity: 5/5
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  • blu ray, blue ray, wireless controllers, free online play, backwards compatible
  • a bit expensive, price of games, no rumble, the price, only composite cables

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Play B3YOND™ your wildest dreams with the unparalleled PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. Featuring blistering processing speeds, eye-popping graphics and up to 7.1 channels of digital su…

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  1. 2 weeks ago

    There was a time when the Sony PlayStation3 was our default Blu-ray player recommendation. It used to be the lowest-priced player on the market, with the added bonus that it doubled as a high-def games console and media streamer. But price is no longer on its side. The influx of affordable standalone players has started to make it a bit harder to justify buying a PS3. Can the console giant still hold its own against such tough competition? Well, the latest version of the... Read more

  2. Sony PlayStation 3

    Reviewer: DigitalVersus
    29 September 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    The PS3 would be a perfect Blu-ray disc player for your home, if it wasn't for the fact that some dedicated players can now beat in on price. If you're in the market for any of its other features though--gaming or accessing multimedia from your PC--then it's a great choice as an all-round device that offers excellent quality audio and video. Read more

  3. Reviewer: 3LUXE
    03 September 2008

    One look at the sleek design and size of the Playstation 3 , and you already know it is much more than a gaming system. This “Best Of” console will give you high-definition Blu-ray movies, DVDs, built in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth support for wireless controllers, HDMI output and numerous other features that make this truly a remarkable gaming system. The Playstation 3 gives you the ability to connect up to 7 controllers with the systems built-in Bluetooth. The controllers... Read more

  4. Sony PlayStation 3 review

    Reviewer: Elite Bastards
    28 July 2007

    Perttu's thoughts: I could have written so much more about this console. For example... Sony's vision, Home and Game 3.0? I don't want to market their promises about future content they should already be offering. Go watch Sony's GDC '07 keynote. I watched it at GameSpot, but you can find it elsewhere too. Stored media and CD playback functionality? Uh why bother when I already have the Xbox for that sort of thing? Really, only the modding community can deliver a truly... Read more

  5. Playstation 3 (20GB)

    Reviewer: Active Network
    27 July 2007
    Overall 9
    9.0
     

    So overall it is a mixed bag, the hardware behind the Playstation 3 is excellent there is no doubt about that and over time I am sure that developers will get used to the Cell processor and produce some really great stuff with it, but a year since its release there should be some decent games out for it and apart from one or two titles there isn’t anything worth talking about at all. There are some good looking titles on the horizon in the form of Drake’s Fortune and... Read more

  1. *** fantastic fun but a little pricey****

    Reviewer: Pricerunner
    2 weeks ago
    Overall 10
    10
    Value for money 4
    4.0
     

    i went to the site www.bargainconsoles.co.cc and completed ONE simple offer ( my offer was free ! ) i got my brand new console shortly after - no hidden charges completley FREE i am so greatful to my friend telling me about this especially because i have had to tighten my belt with the looming credit crunch i would highly recommend www.bargainconsoles.co.cc if you want a games console but just cant afford it. Read more

  2. Reviewer: blake777, Epinions
    3 weeks ago
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Sony's shiny new living room center piece, the PS3.  Is it worth the price of admission?Little relevant background of myself (you may have already read from my Wii review): Born in the early 80s, I've been a gamer for over 20 years.  My ... Read more

  3. Sony PlayStation 3

    Reviewer: kentaro17, Ciao
    4 weeks ago
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Good: fashion design, quiet, all games in high definition, easy to use interface; plays Blu-Ray, Wi-Fi, 80GB hard drive, online gaming is free, HDMI output with 1080p support, without external power Bad: Games of the members is improving, but still no killer app; HDMI cable not included, some do not support PS2 games Bottom line: the Sony PLAYSTATION May 3 the most expensive next-generation console, and its library of great game is not very impressive, A fashion design... Read more

  4. THE BEST GAMING TECHNOLOGY TO DATE HANDS DOWN!!!!!

    Reviewer: Ace, Circuit City
    09 October 2008
    Overall 10
    10
    Value for money 10
    10
     

    The PS3 is a MUST for gamers! Sony DEFINATELY know what they're doing! Read more

  5. Reviewer: strcrftr, Rate it all!
    24 September 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    The PS3 is one of the best systems made, since they allowed room for firmware updates and the use of the blu-ray player. Their biggest mistake at this point in time is by having no integration of online content among other users unlike xbox 360. The PS3 is as much a entertainment system as it is a gaming system. It has a lot of potential and can only hope that software engineers will learn how to harness the power of the amazing cell processor. Read more

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