Are you going to buy a PlayStation Vita at launch?

[WCP]

Man, the $249.99 price really caught me by surprise. I'm not really interested in the 3G version, cause I'm not interested in having a contract with AT & T. I can live with Wi-Fi, and a $249.99 price is pretty amazing if you consider just how much quality tech is packed in. Everything I've heard says that the OLED screen is absolutely drop dead gorgeous, and it has a pretty decent sized screen as well. You can't really go bigger than the 5 inch screen in a portable, or it's not really portable anymore. The Vita is already pushing it in terms of it's overall size.

I'm not really a portable gaming guy, but damn, this thing is really tempting me.

[Oobgarm]

Yes, absolutely.

[DreadIsReal]

I have already pre-ordered one. It looks great and the Wi-Fi only price is very attractive. Plus with Uncharted coming out, its a guaranteed buy.

[Kellhus]

No. Likely never. Unless there are multiple absolutely must play games (per my preferences) then I feel very at ease skipping this platform.

[Frankie_Says_Relax]

Yes sir, day one.

[buzz_n64]

No, and 95% chance I never will unless they have a handful of killer titles that match my interest.

[InsaneDavid]

I really wasn't all that interested until I watched some of the Kojima Productions videos. I'm definitely considering picking one up near launch.

[kupomogli]

Day one here, or atleast however long it takes for Amazon to ship it.

[WCP]

The game that impressed me the most on it is Little Big Planet Vita version. Seriously, you guys gotta see the video on this version. I played the first LBP on PS3, and found it to just be an "ok" game. Really wasn't my cup of tea. Didn't like the floaty jumps, etc, etc. I never played LPB2 on PS3. I'm not really that into LBP at all.

Having said all of that, after seeing the game running on Sony Vita, oh my GOODNESS! This is like Kirby's Canvas Curse on DS. This game justifies everything the Vita can do. Watch the video of it, and you'll understand what I'm talking about.


The other game I want at launch is NBA 2K12. I think sports games on portables are cool, cause you can just play a season on it, and just jump into the game whenever you have a spare opportunity. Also, I think a game like NBA 2K12 could look so close to it's PS3 version on that screen, that it would be kinda scary. A high-end version of Madden would be cool too. I just think sports would shine on the Vita.

[substantial_snake]

I'm a day one here, I really just hope that Sony continues to support this console unlike the semi-drop they gave the psp for a few years. I expected the device to be 50-100 more but at 250 i don't see a reason not to.

I'm actually more interested in this then any of the big names releases.

http://kotaku.com/5810552/vitas-most-gravity+defying-game-looks-hot-in-this-trailer

[Fontaine Le Funk]

Rrrr . . . Vita is such a stupid name. I prefer NGP to that other thing...

[The 1 2 P]

Hell no. I never buy any systems at launch. Not only that but theres no announced "must buy" games that are coming out for it. Lots of people will buy this system for it's potential but I'm not that gullible.

[substantial_snake]

Rrrr . . . Vita is such a stupid name. I prefer NGP to that other thing...

Seems like a lot of fans have taken to calling it the PSV..which sounds MUCH better. :) I liked NGP too but it was too..Neg Geo Pocket-ie.

[RPG_Fanatic]

Day one here, my wife even said it looked good and she isn't even a gamer.

[Nebagram]

Yep, got my local GAME's first pre-order in fact. I'm only going for wi-fi as I simply won't have any need for 3G.

As for the name, PSV would be a fantastic way of describing it, if it weren't also the name of a Dutch football club...

[duffmanth]

The launch lineup of games is going to be the biggest determining factor for me getting one at launch. The $249 price tag for the wifi model is pretty much what I expected the price to be.

[Baloo]

No. Likely never. Unless there are multiple absolutely must play games (per my preferences) then I feel very at ease skipping this platform.

Same here. If the titles released for the system look akin to what the PSP had to offer, then there's no reason for me to buy a Vita.

[portnoyd]

More than likely not. I use my PSP so little, why go out and buy the upgrade right away?

However finding out that they fixed that annoying "feature" where the PSP's battery drains when it's not on would be a big move to me actually giving a shit.

[Flashback2012]

Most likely not. I'll wait till they iron out the bugs and get one about 6 months to a year after it comes out. In the meantime, there's plenty of games for other systems that I want to play/acquire. :)

[swlovinist]

While I thought that the Vita was the best thing that Sony Showcased at E3, I probably will not shell out $250 for the unit a launch. Here is why:

1. Prices of portable games at $39.99. Rare will be the game that will be worth that price.

2. I dont really want to play portable versions of home console playstation games, espically shooters. I think that my big issue with alot of these great looking games that I saw are not quick pick up and play games...I would rather just get the PS3 version of the game and play on my 50 inch screen.

3. The PSP was a good start to the portable, but since the Vita will not play any of the games nor will it be able to play on the big screen, I will just continue to collect PSP games for now.

I will evaluate the system when there is a price drop and a decent library at used prices. Until then I am happy to wait.

[heybtbm]

I have a Wi-Fi model pre-ordered at Amazon. With all the AAA games coming out for 360/PS3 around the same time...I don't know if I'll have time to play it. I may cancel the pre-order as that time draws nearer.

[Edmond Dantes]

As for the name, PSV would be a fantastic way of describing it, if it weren't also the name of a Dutch football club...

I keep reading that as "Phantasy Star V"

I don't keep up with gaming news really, so this is actually the first I've heard of the Vita. Mainly, I think what will determine my interest is if there are any exclusive Metal Gear games for the system and if I'm not burned out on the series by that time.

[Gameguy]

Whenever I see or hear the name of this console I keep thinking of cheese.

http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/17/velveeta20cheese20origi.jpg

[Edmond Dantes]

Okay so I did some reading up, and revised my stance a bit:

My question is: "Will this be able to play Mobile Phone games?"

There are several I want--King's Field Mobile I and II and the Metal Gear Solid phone games, especially--but I don't actually have a cellphone right now, so a portable system that can play them is the next best thing.

[Vlcice]

I'm pretty tempted, but I've learned better than to buy the first gen of any portable system. The 3G version has me really piqued. If they can make it double as a smartphone (with Android apps or something!) I'd buy it in a heartbeat.

[MarioMania]

Does it have a UMD like devise??

[substantial_snake]

I'm pretty tempted, but I've learned better than to buy the first gen of any portable system. The 3G version has me really piqued. If they can make it double as a smartphone (with Android apps or something!) I'd buy it in a heartbeat.

Sony seemed to be pushing for PSN and Android integration on the PSPGo-like phone so they might be looking into it. It would provide a interesting counter to the argument against portable gaming in the face of android and iphone gaming. However I feel like launching with only AT&T service available is going to turn off customers who are interested in this version.


Does it have a UMD like devise??

No, but it will play any PSP games you have downloaded.

I remember when the PSPGo was announced as UMD-less Pelican talked about releasing a UMD addon for the device. Who knows, if the demand is strong enough and its actually possible we might see something similar with the PSV.

[Emperor Megas]

I've never heard of if until now, and given how often handhelds release updated versions (GBA SP, DSlite/i/XL, PSP2000/3000/Go etc.), I can't see myself ever purchasing one at launch, unless they come out with a dirt cheap one anyway. I never purchase anything at launch unless it's cheap. Given how many games I already have and how little time, it's a complete waste of money to.

[Frankie_Says_Relax]

I'm pretty tempted, but I've learned better than to buy the first gen of any portable system. The 3G version has me really piqued. If they can make it double as a smartphone (with Android apps or something!) I'd buy it in a heartbeat.

The Vita will be compatible with Playstation Suite apps which are Android compatible (if the respective Android device can be certified/licensed to handle the content like the Xperia Play).

So, yes, there will be some manner of Android App cross-over on the Vita. It won't be a pure Android marketplace, but it will be software coded with Android devices (in some cases primarily) in mind.

Here's further clarification from Sony about Playstation Suite apps:

http://us.playstation.com/support/answer/index.htm?a_id=2260


Does it have a UMD like devise??

In addition to downloadable content, the Vita will have cartridge media like DS.

[calthaer]

I was with Edmond - this is the first I've ever heard of it. Now that I have heard of it, the answer is...no. If it eventually proves itself worthy, by virtue of the great games available for it, to be included in my library, then maybe. But the PSP so far hasn't proven worthy enough for me, and this might not, either.

[Vlcice]

The Vita will be compatible with Playstation Suite apps which are Android compatible (if the respective Android device can be certified/licensed to handle the content like the Xperia Play).

So, yes, there will be some manner of Android App cross-over on the Vita. It won't be a pure Android marketplace, but it will be software coded with Android devices (in some cases primarily) in mind.

Only "PlayStation Suite" stuff doesn't sound like enough to me personally. That implies primarily game content, whereas I was hoping that the Vita could double as a general-use smartphone. While I know that's what the Experia Play is doing, I like the idea of a "real" game-oriented device that can also be a smartphone rather than a smartphone with some game controls.

If they expand this to allow other Android apps, that would be great.

[Fontaine Le Funk]

[QUOTE=Gameguy;1826308]Whenever I see or hear the name of this console I keep thinking of cheese.

HAHAHA!

I really hope the flash memory continues and games on disc fade away. The top end for the flash carts is 4 gigs right? So teeny, one could accidentally swallow it...yet it can hold Dead Rising.

[Leo_A]

I really hope the flash memory continues and games on disc fade away. The top end for the flash carts is 4 gigs right? So teeny, one could accidentally swallow it...yet it can hold Dead Rising.

They have two sizes and 4 gigs sounds about right for the larger one (Without bothering to check).

It's not the ultimate limit though. Sony has stated if there is demand for additional storage space from developers that they will provide PSV cards with higher capacity. So it's likely only the top end for the opening months of the handheld on the market.

So I'd expect to see it probably grow in the coming years.

[Collector_Gaming]

wait wait wait.... a portable gaming device that has the option of a phone service to provide internet/online gaming capabilities
.....

http://www.mobilitysite.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/nokia_ngage.jpg

also i learned my lesson after pre ordering my first gen PSP.

Back when they had the issue of burnt pixels (mine has 2... granted doesn't bother me really but still wtf sony?!?!)

[theredlineboss]

I don't plan to pick up one at launch, although it looks to have rather impressive capabilities. Most likely will wait a year or so to pick one up. It's not like I'm lacking games / systems at the moment, lol.

-Rob

[Swamperon]

No but it does look verrrry interesting.

I shall see what games come out for it and then maybe a year after launch or so...

[sparkRyder78j]

No I am curious to see what games it will have at launch and how much they cost.

[kupomogli]

No I am curious to see what games it will have at launch and how much they cost.

According to Gamestop they're $39.99. Same price as 3DS titles.

http://www.gamestop.com/ps-vita

[otaku]

I bought a psp at launch. However I don't game portably that much. Also sony has pissed me off with this hacking thing and honestly haven't enjoyed my ps3 as much as my 360 or wii. Finally the other problem you have is as John carmack pointed out-smart phones I love mine and it can do gaming pretty well granted I have an android which could use some more games (apple seems better for games)

[SpaceHarrier]

No, I shan't be purchasing this device, at launch anyway.

It's funny to me though, when PSP was announced I was thinking how futuristic it was that we had a portable with a disc drive in it. Looking back, what a frickin terrible idea.

At least this thing runs on cartridg.. er flash carts? Hopefully some improved battery life.. ???

[Rickstilwell1]

Probably not directly at launch but wait till an anticipated title or feature is noticed as available by me. For 3DS I saw Zelda as a good enough reason after already wanting the new Bust-A-Move.

[Press_Start]

Dragon's Crown. 'Nuff said. Well....

Project Gravity and the upcoming RPG from Falcom adds more weight to the "Buy" side for me and if there's a new Trauma Center coming, I'm sold! And might try Uncharted and Little Big Planet, if there's nothing to do on 3DS.

So yeah. :)

[kupomogli]

Vita specs announced.

http://www.lensoftruth.com/wp-content/gallery/news_images/081611_vita_specs.jpg

[Lanzo]

Not me, the whole phone thing is useless to me, I already think my Iphone is too big with its case on it so I can only imagine how big this thing would be for a phone. I don't really know too many specs about the thing. Plus ps3's are $250 now. Honestly I think I have just grown out of handheld gaming over the last 10 years, so sad, I miss the GBA days. :(

Plus I feel like handhelds games these days are all remakes of the console games just......not as good. The only think that could tempt me into buying one is really good rpg's.

[wingzrow]

I didn't buy a $250.00 3ds at launch, i'm SURE AS HELL not going to buy a $300.00 vita at launch.

[The 1 2 P]

Honestly I think I have just grown out of handheld gaming over the last 10 years

Me too but for me it's all about price. Handheld systems should never cost the same or close to what console prices are. I'd never pay for that and it's the reason why I don't do any current gen handheld gaming. However, I found a Psp and two games at a yard sale last week for $20, which is the perfect entry point for me. So now I can finally start doing some current gen(for now) handheld gaming.


Plus I feel like handhelds games these days are all remakes of the console games just......not as good.

If you are talking about Nintendo handhelds then you are correct but if you are talking about the Psp it's just the opposite. Nearly every good game for Psp(both GTA's, Syphon Filters, Silent Hill, GOW's, etc) has been remade for either the PS2 and PS3. And the ones that haven't yet will probably get remade sometime in the future for one of those two systems(or perhaps the PS4). With that kind of track record I saw absolutely no reason at all to own a Psp, especially not for the price it has been going for.

And I have a feeling that the Vita will pretty much end up the same way. Most of it's successful games will either find their way to the PS3 or PS4 as part of a remake or anthology collection. So I won't be picking up the Vita either....until I find it for less than $50 at a yard sale.

[kupomogli]

Nearly every good game for Psp(both GTA's, Syphon Filters, Silent Hill, GOW's, etc) has been remade for either the PS2 and PS3.

You've got jokes. I almost laughed at that one.

[substantial_snake]

I am still picking one up at launch. :p

I am pretty psyched for its release especially with all of the game news released. I think I'll end up picking up Wipeout 2048 and Gravity Rush, both look like solid titles for a system launch.

[sidnotcrazy]

I don't know yet, but I am VERY interested in the platform. The original PSP was a great system IMO and never really saw its full potential realized. Not saying it didn't have amazing games, its just I was hoping for more titles before its successor came to town.

[Frankie_Says_Relax]

I didn't buy a $250.00 3ds at launch, i'm SURE AS HELL not going to buy a $300.00 vita at launch.

I doubt many people will be buying a $300 Vita at launch considering the standard unit is $250.

But since you didn't buy a $250 3DS I can only assume that means that you sure as hell won't buy a $250 Vita at launch.

[skaar]

Yeah, I'll get one.

[Damaniel]

Yes, because I'm a sucker and buy all consoles and portables on day one. Even the 3DS, which I'm actually regretting a little (especially with the price drop).

[Patney]

Like the PSP, not until enough interesting games come out. I bought PSP well over a year after release and I still feel like it wasn't worth it. I think it's wrong to focus so much on graphics on a handheld device, but with that said I'm still worried about the future of the 3DS.

[Nature Boy]

I'm totally getting one upon release.

I still love hand held gaming - I have more time for it than console gaming (where I have to compete for the family TV). And the fact that it'll give me console like experiences is intriguing (although I still want/demand hand held style games too!)

[kupomogli]

(where I have to compete for the family TV).

You should get a Wii U. But also pick up a Vita.

[Slate]

Nope. I didn't even know there was a new handheld release until I read the thread title and I'm not as into video games as I used to be.

Austin

[jupitersj]

While I love handhelds, I was burned way too many times by companies this gen in the console realm. Also, I've come to accept that I own thousands of games yet barely play more than a handful. I wish I could give my games and the devs that made them the time they deserve; these days I feel like I'm just supporting execs, investors, and bean counters.

I realize this hasn't much to do with the Vita based on it's capabilities/games etc, but it is time for me to appreciate what I have and not let what I want continually take me over. I might own one someday, but I do not see me purchasing a new handheld/console for a very, very long time.

[The 1 2 P]

You've got jokes. I almost laughed at that one.

You can laugh until your belly hurts. It still doesn't change anything I said.

[Icarus Moonsight]

While the PSV is looking much more attractive on paper than the PSP ever did, I'm going to stick to the road of patience.

[gbpxl]

Almost 10 years later, I barely remember seeing anything Vita-related. I think competition from smartphones hurt it which were really taking off at this time. i dont know what else killed the Vita. and I never played one myself

[Aussie2B]

The Vita basically became a niche system past its first year or so, so you wouldn't really hear about it unless you're purposely seeking out info. It didn't commercially perform to the extent Sony wanted it to, so they quickly dropped virtually all support for it, and the AAA developers followed suit. Mobile gaming definitely hurt it, as it hurt the 3DS too, but there were other factors. The Vita was advertised as the home console experience on-the-go, but most gamers who want those kinds of experiences don't want to play on portables anyway, and the Vita was generally not strong enough for ports to run as well as their home console counterparts (so they'd run at a lower resolution, or have a lower frame rate, or just not have as detailed graphics, etc.). This held true even with games that were on both Vita and PS3, let alone games that were on Vita and PS4. But when mainstream support dried up, it became a great system for smaller Japanese releases and Western indies. Third-party publishers like XSEED, Nippon Ichi, Aksys, and Idea Factory kept a steady stream of games coming, building up nice libraries of RPGs, visual novels, and other games targeting the "otaku" crowd, and the physical offerings from Limited Run Games and other such companies only scratch the surface of all the indies that are available.

Edit: Reading through this thread was interesting. I wonder how many people in this topic bought a Vita at launch and ended up disappointed because it didn't continue to receive the same kinds of games. The launch library versus the library the system got after it "failed" really is like night and day. And it's precisely why I wasn't interested in it at launch. I have almost no interest in AAA gaming, even less in mainstream Western gaming. If I remember correctly, I got my Vita for Christmas of 2013 (having specifically requested it). I became interested when I heard about what was coming out in Japan and when stuff like Danganronpa was getting localized. Even then, though, I barely touched my Vita for the first year I had it. It took a while for it to build up enough localized niche Japanese games to become a staple in my gaming. For several years now, it's been one of my most played systems.

It's funny seeing many people held off on the Vita waiting for hardware revisions. It was totally sound logic, considering how other handhelds went, but the original model is still the better of the two models, in my opinion. The OLED screen is just so much better. The second model had already been announced when I got mine, and that was another reason I wanted it then. I wanted an OLED model while they were still available brand-new. That's not to say there aren't some improvements with the second model (wish I could combine the OLED screen with the lighter weight of the second model), but they're not worth the screen downgrade. I felt similarly with the third model of the PSP. The second PSP model is an improvement over the first in just about every way (especially for ghosting and load times), but the switch to an interlaced screen for the third model, when the previous two weren't interlaced and thus games up to that point hadn't been designed with interlaced screens in mind, killed it for me.