PlayStation 2 Slim Silver

I am a VERY old-school gamer and the last brand new home console system that I purchased was the Sega Dreamcast in 1999. I lost interest in the gaming scene after the Dreamcast died out. Reason being I didn't care much for 3-D polygonal games. I was bred on 2-D sprite based graphics. My very first system was the 2600 my parents got me in the early 80's. I've had almost every system ever since (between early 80's and 1999, I've had the Sega Master System, Turbo Graphix 16, Commodore 64, Super Nintendo, 3DO, Neo Geo, Sega Saturn, Sega Genesis, PS 1, etc..).When the original PS 2 came out, I was skeptical. I knew that the eventual games being released at the time would not be of any interest to me. As it turned out, I was right. All the similar polygon-based games catering to the teenage male crowd was extremely boring to me.However, around the middle part of the new millenium, I began noticing a nice amount of retro arcade collections for the PS 2. One example being the Capcom Classics collection. A large gathering of over 20 Arcade games for around 20 bucks. Remember, I came from a time when you paid 50 dollars for an inferior reproduction of 1 arcade game for a home console.I also caught wind of a new redesinged PS 2 that wasn't all that larger than it's own controller. When I actually saw it, I was pretty impressed with the compact shape and looks of the new system. I still held out though. Not enough compilations to warrant the purchase of a new system.But, several factors finally changed my mind. Additional compilations were being released, the one from Taito really caught my interest. There were even home console collections being released; I am talking about ones with a wide selection of games for a nominal price. Sony also dropped the price of the system. And finally, the release of this Silver colored system. I was sold.I've had this system for about 4 days. First of all, looks really pretty. Love the silver color. The size is very compact. Very nice for my space challenged apartment. Of course, the system works with all my old PS 1 games along with the PS 1 memory cards. Load time for my PS 1 games is a lot faster. The controller feels nice and durable.I've been enjoying games such as Ghost & Goblins, Super-Off Road, and Gladiator for the last several days. I am glad that I decided to purchase this new PS 2 system. Compact size, affordable price, and overall hugh selection of games. Whether you are into retro gaming or not, it is hard to go wrong with this system.UPDATE- Just to clear up a potential confusion, despite what Amazon listed on their page for this PS 2 system, I did buy this from Amazon and the Sony Playstation 2 that arrived at my doorsteps is the North American NTSC format; NOT the European PAL version. So yes, this system plays all U.S. PS 2 games. Otherwise its been just over a week since I've had this system and I cannot wait to order Capcom Classics vol 2, Sega Genesis collection, and the Metal Slug Anthology. Keep the classics coming!UPDATE(2)- I've had this system for about 2 years now and although the release of retro-collections are slowing down, I've had a blast with every collection that was released. SNK seems to be the last company to pump out a compilation here and there; I'll enjoy it while it last.UPDATE(3)- 2 and a half years and I am still enjoying the system. Recently, I've been introducing my girlfriend to my large retro-gaming collection on the PS 2. She really enjoys the Namco stuff such as Dig Dug and Mappy. She also likes some of the Taito stuff. Good times!UPDATE(4)- Lately I've been exploring the import shoot-em-ups market. Some of my favorites include Strikers 1945 1+2 and Gunbird 1+2. Still rolling with the PS2 after 3 years.UPDATE(5)- 3 1/2 years with the PS2. Haven't had much of a chance to play recently. But when I do have a moment, I still play Mappy with my girlfriend to see who can beat the high score.

Absolutely satisfied with my order, the package came without the original box which was fine with me as long as it worked. I've read many reviion ps2 consoles and not many were good. This seller made sure the packing was secured with bubble wrap (lots) and placed in a close sized box and then placed in a bigger box... THANK YOU for that security. I have been using almost daily for my classic games and works WONDERFULLY. I'm a very satisfied customer and recommend this seller. It was perfectly described before purchasing and only problem I have is the second memory card slot, when the memory card is inserted I have to push it up just a tiny bit and it pops up. Other than that works beautifully!! Many thanks to the seller, been look very hard for a good PS2 and finally found one. Woot woot!!

I purchased this Playstation 2 slim silver consul, which was advertised to be in very good condition. When I received the consul by mail, the packaging looks perfectly unharmed. However, upon pulling the consul out of the box the console looks as though it has been used for years it was dirty and scratched up. The console will not play a disc. The disc did not go securely into the console and when I turn the console on it makes a horrible jerking noise and scratched up my disk. The cords to the tv also do not work. I feel as though ive been scammed and never want to purchase from this seller again.

The PS2 was probably the most anticipated console of these last two console generations. It took me over ONE YEAR to find a regular PS2 Phat in the stores. It didn't have the best launch a console could have, but the overall lifespan and quality of games that came out as the console aged proves that it was indeed ahead of its time when released. The PStwo Slim is a work of art. It's amazing how Sony is able to re-engineer their consoles to make them faster, smaller, and more efficient, and let's not forget cheaper! This version of the PS2 is a must have for hardcore gamers...truly a collectible item.

The PS2 is an awesome system. Most games that are put out can be played on the PS2, and just about everyone enjoys it. I've loved playing new and old PS1 games on it for awhile now. It has been a lot of fun. The only thing that sucks about the slim ones is that you can't get a 4 player multi-tap for it. That was a dissapointment since I had it still from my PS1 from years ago and wanted to still play the same games, well, in 4 player mode. Overall though, it is a decent system. Can kill a lot of time.

The disc doesn't seem to spin in the player in the one I just got. I'll need to return it and get another one.This is from an Amazon warehouse deal, so the return shipping seems to be free and pretty easy. I'll print a free UPS label that they just emailed me, and they'll refund the money when they receive it. I can drop it off at a UPS location, or they'll pick it up. I prefer to drop it off at a UPS store, so I'll do that.Here is what the one i got is doing:All I get for video is the browser /configuration screen, which is what i think the system normally sends if it can't read a disc. I can't hear the disc spinning, and it's not spinning to a stop when I open the top. It's in the same position as when I closed the lid. So this one seems to be broken. I did try a different disc just in case. Same scenario.The upside is the PS2 slim looks nice, and it came on time. So if it had worked, it would have been great.Hopefully the next one works. I was expecting this one to work and just have a few scratches. It was listed as "average", which is one of their lowest ratings, but I thought it would at least work.So we'll see how the next one goes.

Everything works for the most part, console is in decent condition (minor scratches I can buff out), except the controller. The controller turns on and it worked for a bit but the triangle button doesn't respond.