Is anyone upgrading their game system this Christmas?

PilotMan · 11-25-2008, 11:21 AM

I am hoping to find someone who is upgrading from their PS2. We are still using a PS1 and it just barely works now. So I am trying to find a better system that will still run the games we have now, and let us get some newer games too.

I know that ebay has tons of these out there, but I would feel better getting a system from someone here first. If anyone has a system or system/games that they are not using or are looking to upgrade let me know.

Thanks

lighthousekeeper · 11-25-2008, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by PilotMan

We are still using a PS1.

Kodos · 11-25-2008, 12:08 PM

You can get a brand new PS2 for like $99 that would play the PS1 games, and open you up to a giant library of great, cheap PS2 games.

TCY Junkie · 11-25-2008, 12:18 PM

I would give you my unit if it weren't for Power Pros 2008. I didn't use it for 2 years, but started to get some use out of it again.

Autumn · 11-25-2008, 12:40 PM

I'm in the same situation, but using a Sega Genesis.

No, really.

PilotMan · 11-25-2008, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Kodos

You can get a brand new PS2 for like $99 that would play the PS1 games, and open you up to a giant library of great, cheap PS2 games.

That was the point of the PS2. I think that new systems are actually 129.00, but I am looking to save money where I can.

DanGarion · 11-25-2008, 01:11 PM

Refurbished OG PS2 from Gamestop $59.99.
http://www.ebgames.com/Browse/Search.aspx?N=139+196

Sony Playstation 2 Redesign - GameStop Refurbished $69.99

New Silver or Black Units
$129.99

MikeVic · 11-25-2008, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Autumn

I'm in the same situation, but using a Sega Genesis.

No, really.

Get a Sega CD then. And once you're done with that, either go for the Saturn or make a big leap to the Dreamcast.

JeeberD · 11-25-2008, 02:18 PM

I'm still using an original XBox. Well, using probably isn't the correct term. I have an original XBox gathering dust underneath the TV in my office...

GrantDawg · 11-25-2008, 02:34 PM

My kids still play the PS2, but I'm hopeful that there will be a Wii coming for Christmas.

Mustang · 11-25-2008, 02:38 PM

I'm upgrading my broken Xbox 360 to one that works.

samifan24 · 11-25-2008, 03:28 PM

Do any of you guys know where I can buy a new power supply for my brother's 360 for less than $80? I lost it when I was moving his stuff and I need to replace it before he comes home for Christmas. It seems crazy that no stores near me carry it and it costs $80 online. Any place I can get one cheaper?

NoSkillz · 11-25-2008, 03:53 PM

I've got an XBox 360 that I rarely use but it will likely get some play over the holidays.

That said, I plan on upgrading my computer over the next few weeks. Want to get a stick of RAM, a new video card and a new power supply.

Why?

So I can play Football Manager with the 3D match engine. And I'm not embarassed to say it!

Oh yeah, and to be prepared should Starcraft II ever see the light of day...

SnowMan · 11-25-2008, 08:45 PM

I'm tempted to pick up a 360 for the netflix deal. I'm a snob, though and really want an elite (cuz of the black and storage of course), and not sure I wanna plop down the $400 for one. Maybe I'll find a good deal on cyber monday.

Calis · 11-25-2008, 08:52 PM

I'd give up my PS2 is Persona 4 wasn't coming out in a couple weeks.

Sad that I'm still getting more PS2 games than I do PS3 games.

MrDNA · 11-25-2008, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by JeeberD

I'm still using an original XBox. Well, using probably isn't the correct term. I have an original XBox gathering dust underneath the TV in my office...

I still play my Xbox, MVP Baseball (2005? I forget) almost every day. Wii doesn't have any good baseball games, or else the Xbox would be gone.

And yes, I am cheap/poor.

EDIT: Are new sports games still coming out for the PS2? That's an "investment" I could handle.

Neon_Chaos · 11-25-2008, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by samifan24

Do any of you guys know where I can buy a new power supply for my brother's 360 for less than $80? I lost it when I was moving his stuff and I need to replace it before he comes home for Christmas. It seems crazy that no stores near me carry it and it costs $80 online. Any place I can get one cheaper?

You lost the heaviest part of the console!?

Pumpy Tudors · 11-26-2008, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Neon_Chaos

You lost the heaviest part of the console!?

I miss the days of the original Xbox. Back then, this would've been a joke about the controller.

gstelmack · 11-26-2008, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by MrDNA

Wii doesn't have any good baseball games

What's wrong with MLB Power Pros?

johnnyshaka · 11-26-2008, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by MrDNA

EDIT: Are new sports games still coming out for the PS2? That's an "investment" I could handle.

Yup, bought NCAA Football '09 for my PS2 and could've chosen from any of the usual EA sports titles.

Honolulu_Blue · 11-26-2008, 12:12 PM

Pilotman,

I have a PS2 that I haven't touched in over a year. I have some games as well (mainly various editions of Madden and NCAA). Shoot me a PM. I'm sure we can work something out.

H_B

MizzouRah · 11-26-2008, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by samifan24

Do any of you guys know where I can buy a new power supply for my brother's 360 for less than $80? I lost it when I was moving his stuff and I need to replace it before he comes home for Christmas. It seems crazy that no stores near me carry it and it costs $80 online. Any place I can get one cheaper?

Sent you a PM.

Apathetic Lurker · 11-26-2008, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by JeeberD

I'm still using an original XBox. Well, using probably isn't the correct term. I have an original XBox gathering dust underneath the TV in my office...

My xbox is still working nicely, thank you very much.....

I will upgrade to the 360 in 2011

MrDNA · 11-27-2008, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by gstelmack

What's wrong with MLB Power Pros?

I just couldn't get into it. I know I SHOULD'VE been able to, but something just put me off. Mayhaps your incredulous blue face will encourage me to rent it again.

Tasan · 11-27-2008, 02:17 PM

I'm upgrading!

Scrapping the Gamecube and PS1 for a Wii! Horray! We love playing my brother-in-laws, and the kids really love it. Its pretty much the perfect gaming system for our family. Plus, I still have my computer for stuff like Fallout and Call of Duty.

11-25-2008, 12:08 PM	#3
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11-25-2008, 12:18 PM	#4
TCY Junkie College Prospect Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: TX	I would give you my unit if it weren't for Power Pros 2008. I didn't use it for 2 years, but started to get some use out of it again. __________________ I try to open things I probably have no chance of opening.

11-25-2008, 01:11 PM	#7
DanGarion Coordinator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The Great Northwest	Refurbished OG PS2 from Gamestop $59.99. http://www.ebgames.com/Browse/Search.aspx?N=139+196 Sony Playstation 2 Redesign - GameStop Refurbished $69.99 New Silver or Black Units $129.99 __________________ Los Angeles Dodgers Check out the FOFC Groups on Facebook! and Reddit! DON'T REPORT ME BRO!

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11-25-2008, 02:38 PM	#11
Mustang Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Wisconsin	I'm upgrading my broken Xbox 360 to one that works. __________________ You, you will regret what you have done this day. I will make you regret ever being born. Your going to wish you never left your mothers womb, where it was warm and safe... and wet. i am going to show you pain you never knew existed, you are going to see a whole new spectrum of pain, like a Rainboooow. But! This rainbow is not just like any other rainbow, its...

11-25-2008, 12:40 PM	#5
Autumn Head Coach Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Bath, ME	I'm in the same situation, but using a Sega Genesis. No, really.

11-25-2008, 02:34 PM	#10
GrantDawg World Champion Mis-speller Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Covington, Ga.	My kids still play the PS2, but I'm hopeful that there will be a Wii coming for Christmas.

11-25-2008, 03:28 PM	#12
samifan24 Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: NC	Do any of you guys know where I can buy a new power supply for my brother's 360 for less than $80? I lost it when I was moving his stuff and I need to replace it before he comes home for Christmas. It seems crazy that no stores near me carry it and it costs $80 online. Any place I can get one cheaper? __________________ "You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball...and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around all the time." -Jim Bouton

11-25-2008, 03:53 PM	#13
NoSkillz College Benchwarmer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: St. Catharines, Canada	I've got an XBox 360 that I rarely use but it will likely get some play over the holidays. That said, I plan on upgrading my computer over the next few weeks. Want to get a stick of RAM, a new video card and a new power supply. Why? So I can play Football Manager with the 3D match engine. And I'm not embarassed to say it! Oh yeah, and to be prepared should Starcraft II ever see the light of day... __________________ MY CURRENT FM19 DYNASTY - FM19: "Ludere causa Ludendi - To Play for the Sake of Playing" - Queen's Park FC (Scottish League Two) MY OLD FM11 DYNASTY - FM11: From Semi-Pro Minnows to the EPL - Dover Athletic FC My Personal Blog - Now on the Tee - Golf, Sports, Poker, Life 2006 GOLDEN SCRIBE AWARD WINNER FOR BEST 'OTHER SPORT' DYNASTY - EHM2005: Sharpening Swords in Buffalo

11-25-2008, 08:45 PM	#14
SnowMan High School Varsity Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Georgia via Alaska via Washington	I'm tempted to pick up a 360 for the netflix deal. I'm a snob, though and really want an elite (cuz of the black and storage of course), and not sure I wanna plop down the $400 for one. Maybe I'll find a good deal on cyber monday.

11-25-2008, 08:52 PM	#15
Calis College Starter Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Kansas	I'd give up my PS2 is Persona 4 wasn't coming out in a couple weeks. Sad that I'm still getting more PS2 games than I do PS3 games.

11-26-2008, 12:12 PM	#21
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	Pilotman, I have a PS2 that I haven't touched in over a year. I have some games as well (mainly various editions of Madden and NCAA). Shoot me a PM. I'm sure we can work something out. H_B __________________ *Steve Yzerman*: 1,755 points in 1,514 regular season games. 185 points in 196 postseason games. A First-Team All-Star, Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Selke Trophy winner, Masterton Trophy winner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Olympic gold medallist, and a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Longest serving captain of one team in the history of the NHL (19 seasons).

11-27-2008, 02:17 PM	#25
Tasan College Starter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Houston, or there about	I'm upgrading! Scrapping the Gamecube and PS1 for a Wii! Horray! We love playing my brother-in-laws, and the kids really love it. Its pretty much the perfect gaming system for our family. Plus, I still have my computer for stuff like Fallout and Call of Duty. __________________ 2011 Golden Scribes winner for best Interactive Dynasty

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