Sony PSP Go Review
Hi everyone. One day after launch, I bought the PSP Go. The PSP Go, as most of you know is the next iteration of the PSP product line. The PSP Go is designed to be a 'download-only' console; all of the Psp games must be downloaded through the PSN Store. One of the largest complaints have revolved around the games medium. Many have complained about Sony eliminating the UMD drive from the PSP Go. Overall, I believe that eliminating the UMD drive is a step in the right direction for Sony. Many content providers are moving toward a 'download-only' business model, and Sony just made their move.
The PSP Go is a much smaller unit when compared to the older models. The new PSP Go is almost the same exact size of the iPhone, when the PSP is in the 'closed' position. The D-pads have also been altered on the Psp Go; the butons are much smaller. The buttons have a stronger tactile feel to them; the buttons have a nice 'clicking' feel to them. The new control array on the PSP Go is generally uncomfortable in my opinion. The Buttons seem a little cramped for me. I only encountered this problem when using the unit for long periods of time. Sony also relocated the position of the analog stick, the stick now sits to the right of the d-pad. The new analog stick on the PSP Go is significantly more comfortable than the older one.
As I mentioned earlier in the review, all games must be purchased through the Psn store. I really enjoy the convenience of the PSN Store on the PSP Go. There is no need to drive to your local retailer to purchase games anymore. One of the only problems with the PSN Store is the download times. I downloaded Gran Turismo for the PSP and the game was around 950 MB. The download time is completely dependent on your internet speed; I have a 2mbps connection, so the download took quite a while. The PSN Store is a welcome addition to the PSP Go because it adds a significant amount of convenience to the consumer.
The screen is also smaller on the PSP Go. The resolution stays the same though; the PSP Go has a larger pixel-density which makes images appear sharper. The colors of the display seem slightly better as well, when compared the the PSP 2000 model.
Pros
-New smaller design
-New slider-like design
-16 GB of internal storage
-Screen looks slightly better than PSP 2000 model
-Added convenience of the PSN Store
-More comfortable analog stick
-Build quality is better (The unit doesn't 'creak' in your hands)
-Added Bluetooth support
Cons
-Price is too high (200 is around the right price IMO)
-The controls can get uncomfortable
-Buttons are a little small
-Web browser still sucks
-Psn downloads take a while. (Depending on internet bandwidth)
Video Review
-Kyle
Kyle L. Oct 22, 2009 at 10:40 PM
Reader Comments (2)
Did you get your PSP-2000 from Colorware?
@Phillip No, it was the God of War special edition. I changed the buttons to white ones myself.