PSP vs DS

[Spartan 04]

I know this is a Nintendo forum, so chances are you can guess which one will win, but still, I'd like to see which one wins. Vote away.

[Serene Samus]

:laugh: PSP :laugh:


I go with the DS :1337:

[________]

DS. Compared to DS, PSP is a piece of feces with buttons.


:piss: PSP

[IEatFriedPikmin]

adam will probably be the only one to pick the PSP.

i would actually like to have a PSP, but varioius factors stop me from planning on getting it... battery life, cost, etc mainly. Plus the DS has touchscreen.... which pwns of course.

[Karavi]

The DS seems to have a lot more features, much more unique than the PSP, quality games.. Really, I haven't been able to find one bad thing about the DS while looking it up.

PSP seems to have quite a few problems, lacks anything unique, the battery life is wretched, the cost is way too high for a system such as that. I'll probably pick it up later on after it's been released, but right now, it just seems kind of iffy.

[Haris]

Undecided. Oh but you don't have that on your poll because you're an inconsiderate prick.
:)


<3

[dncardman]

The DS, I would get the PSP.....if I was made out of money.

[Hisham]

None. More that $150CDN for a handheld is monsterous.

[Spartan 04]

Undecided. Oh but you don't have that on your poll because you're an inconsiderate prick.
:) I decided that an "Undecided" option would take too much deciding, so I decided that I would not have such an option without any sort of deciding decision.

[Bkbro429]

DSP... wait thats not right.

DS :D

[Serene Samus]

I wouldn't mind getting the PSP, but it'll eat my money so quickly. So I'd rather not get it.

[Bkbro429]

And your battery life.......

[speed stick]

The DS is just way better.

[Prince]

I would say they are about even. Both have their faults.

DS has no analog stick, looks ugly, bad graphics compared to PSP, few games seem to take real advantage of the dual screen, etc. And PSP has a lower battery life and possibly higher price.

I will have to wait for more info.

[Michael]

^Most if not all of those problems on the Ds will be fixed...it was hinted very well in some interviews...even graphics, cartrages can and will be increased...Ds just has more potential to me right now...

[Glenn2K4]

im with Prince on this matter.

[Nights]

The PSP is way more comfortable and has an analog controller.

Meaning games like (cough mario 64) will play so much better.

Have you ever tried to play mario 64 with the dpad. Get an emulator, the game sucks if you do.


I mean what's the point of playing a 3d game without a free roaming analog controller?

The analog controller will get used often on the PSP. However the Touch screen seems to be more gimmicky than anything. (Developers stating they can't make a whole game off one, just minigames basically.) Sounds pretty sad to me.

[Serene Samus]

They both do have their faults. DS having no analog stick is a huge one. It can ruin a game. Everything about the PSP is so expensive, and its battery life is crap. I have a feeling that Nintendo will release a better DS, just like the GBA SP. So I will wait a while until I get the DS. I still prefer the DS to the PSP because it has so many more features. I just don't know though. Although the DS deosn't have too many flaws, the flaws it does have are very serious. I hope the final design includes an analog stick.

[Michael]

The PSP is way more comfortable and has an analog controller.

Meaning games like (cough mario 64) will play so much better.

Have you ever tried to play mario 64 with the dpad. Get an emulator, the game sucks if you do.


I mean what's the point of playing a 3d game without a free roaming analog controller?

The analog controller will get used often on the PSP. However the Touch screen seems to be more gimmicky than anything. (Developers stating they can't make a whole game off one, just minigames basically.) Sounds pretty sad to me.

Nights, we tell you this time and time again, but you never listen, you really don't want to...the Ds seen at E3 was not the Ds...it's case, and it's buttons weren't finalized. I believe 2 extra buttons were confirmed, and Metriod hunters will not be using the touchscreen...now what does this mean for the Ds you may ask? The controls are too advance from what we've seen to even be possible without a analog control, like the original Metriod: Prime, which used all of the GC buttons and control sticks (c stick too).

Now this game will have all the controls of M: P, so how is this possible...? touchscreen...no, it's not gonna use it at all...dumbed down controls? Nope, it's gonna use all of them (except jump I believe). So what does that say about the Ds...nintendo knew the importance of a control stick and I bet you there adding one (now before you go into online play, it's not the same, nintendo thought it wouldn't be cost effective which was a mistake, but adding features to the Ds that will attract a audiance not matter what is what nintendo likes to do) to the Ds would be a very simple process...No matter what I say, you'll always pity Nintendo's decisions which to me is kinda weak seeing as it's a company that could literally buy you... but I understand your side, and your unwillingness to believe that the case design is really final, and everything is set in stone...keep in mind this is nintnedo quality, not sony quantity...and as for the touch screen, I'll have a far better time playing games with that then some stupid analog-mouse button, because in short I hated them on notebooks to jerky, or to slow...choose your poison...

Sorry Nights, but feeling bad for nintendo, and having wrong info is unforgivable, because you make them (whatever they are) look bad, or worse then they really are...

[Bkbro429]

Would have to agree on the notebook thing... they sucked. (Thankfully mine has a touck pad).

[Michael]

It's just that Psp is finalized, and the Ds isn't...so the fact that many people can still choose this...expecially many ps2 fans that I know over the psp just tells me that this system can be really big...only time will tell though, and strokes of luck...becuase really...most people online (on the none baises forums or the sony baises forums) are really hardcore ps2 gamers or don't really know about the ds and psp. Face it, many hardcore ps2 fans would pay 1 million dollars for a cd with the name sony one it...

And Nights, I'm really not baises, but when I give people all the info on the 2 systems...the real or should I say current info, there's really only 1 winner...and yes, right now I'm caught up in the hype of this system...thanx to Viper...

I take back all the apologizes...you posted from another thread of what you said...that's just plan sad...word for word...

[Spartan 04]

PSP isn't finalized.......Sony hasn't even shown developers the final development kits. Its actually a really bad move for Sony. Developers are getting angry as this is delaying their developing time, which they could use to make new games.

[Michael]

The actual Psp is finalized...but not the dev kits...it will get no more powerful, and the buttons are final..all they can do now is subtract...

[bobo_ess]

I'll go with the DS.

[Bkbro429]

Yeah, remember the old PSP prototype image? That was when the unit was not finalized, now it is. DS on the other hand, is not finalized, not even the final name.

[Shayne]

^ Ditto.

[Bkbro429]

Two minds think alike I see.

[Dwhitten]

It's pretty obvious who's going to win on this poll. This place it called "NintendoNow" and people make polls with a Nintendo system against anther companies system.

Come on guys you act as if you're going to get a fair poll with 98% Nintendo fanboys here.

[Bkbro429]

Thats true, its still interesting to see how many people would vote for PSP, and/or Sony has a handhel? choice.

[Dwhitten]

Thats true, its still interesting to see how many people would vote for PSP, and/or Sony has a handhel? choice. How is it interesting when you know which one out of the poll is going to win by a landslide?

[Viper]

I think it's the posts that are interesting, not the actual poll. It's very telling of who agrees to waht based on what info...or lack of.

[Dwhitten]

I think it's the posts that are interesting, not the actual poll. It's very telling of who agrees to waht based on what info...or lack of. Which is why I pay more attention to the posts then the poll :)

[Bkbro429]

How is it interesting when you know which one out of the poll is going to win by a landslide?

Because some people will vote for the other system.


I think it's the posts that are interesting, not the actual poll. It's very telling of who agrees to waht based on what info...or lack of.

And that too.

[SuperLuigiBros]

the DS is going to be awsome.

and also;
Yeah, remember the old PSP prototype image? That was when the unit was not finalized, now it is. DS on the other hand, is not finalized, not even the final name.
which was the first image? the one with the d-pad, or the one with the gay ipod thingy?

and i think that the only way the successfully play 3d first person shooters (like metroid prime: hunters) is the have 2 analogs. does ne one think that the DS will have 2 analogs? cause playing a first person shooter with just one is really hard. try playing 'doom' or 'eks vs. severs' on gba, its really hard to play


Have you ever tried to play mario 64 with the dpad. Get an emulator, the game sucks if you do.

I mean what's the point of playing a 3d game without a free roaming analog controller?

but i have to agree that playing mario with just 4 directions is really really hard....almost impossible.
are there any interviews out there that outline wat nintendo might have on the ds?

[Bkbro429]

This is the prototype:
http://www.ehomeupgrade.com/images/sony/psp_concept.jpg

And this is the final PSP design shown at E3 2004:
http://www.jp.playstation.com/psworld/game/event/img/e32004/psp/psp_face.jpg

So we know the PSP is complete in terms of system design, unless Sony makes som last minute tweaks.
While the DS never had a prototype image, and we know that the DS shown at E3 2004 is not the final design, as Nintendo noted it themselves.

[SuperLuigiBros]

y does sony insist on keeping that damn d-pad? havnt they realised that u need an analog stick for 3d games? morons.
the ps2 controller is 10 year old technology. i loathe that controller with a passion.

[GleefulFarewell]

Ds...

[SuperLuigiBros]

....fkn pwns

[GleefulFarewell]

y does sony insist on keeping that damn d-pad? havnt they realised that u need an analog stick for 3d games? morons.
the ps2 controller is 10 year old technology. i loathe that controller with a passion.


yeah...i hate how they used the exact same controller as they used for PS/PSone on PS2 and im not 100% shure but i think they used the same controller for the PSX...

[Nights]

The PSP has a very confterable analog controller in the bottom left. and it feels quiet nice. The dpad is more for 2d games ala Darkstalkers and easier menu selecting.

The DS is Unconfterable. That's it...


The DS is close enough to being done that they displayed the system. One thing your forgetting is analog controls will take more battery power. Who knows how much it'll take but fact is it does, sony admitted it and found it worth it. People are glad to have it.

The fact is PSP has many more developers now than the DS.
The PSP has better Graphics
The PSP has a way better screen to view the graphics
The PSP is more Confterable by far
The PSP is SEXY and has Style (Meaning it will sell to the Teenie Bopper Masses)
The PSP has analog support.

The DS has Dual Screens (If used right this could be revolutionary-Magic the Gathering on the go only you can see your hand but you both can see what's going on in the game)
The DS has Touch Screen (Although developers say it's more gimmicky)
The DS has Longer battery Life (Though official battery life of PSP hasn't been finalized with the far inferior graphics the DS will probably have 2x the battery life)
The DS has Nintendo 1st Party Games.

Really there isn't a clear cut winner. Second you don't know if Nintendo will include an Analog controller for the DS. UNTIL THEY STATE IT OFFICIALLY, we must assume there going dpad only. Otherwise you have lots of disappointments ahead.

[swifferman]

i think the psp is better. it has way more features
mp3 player, internet, movie player game player

which will do better is a different story
the DS will.

But you're forgetting, the PSP costs double for a reason. It's better.

[Viper]

But you're forgetting, the PSP costs double for a reason. It's better.Try telling that to a bunch of ricers who think a $12,000 Honda is better than a $50,000 Vette.


I buy a portable to do one thing and do one thing well.....play damn good games.

[GleefulFarewell]

The PSP has a very confterable analog controller in the bottom left. and it feels quiet nice. The dpad is more for 2d games ala Darkstalkers and easier menu selecting.

The DS is Unconfterable. That's it...


The DS is close enough to being done that they displayed the system. One thing your forgetting is analog controls will take more battery power. Who knows how much it'll take but fact is it does, sony admitted it and found it worth it. People are glad to have it.

The fact is PSP has many more developers now than the DS.
The PSP has better Graphics
The PSP has a way better screen to view the graphics
The PSP is more Confterable by far
The PSP is SEXY and has Style (Meaning it will sell to the Teenie Bopper Masses)
The PSP has analog support.

The DS has Dual Screens (If used right this could be revolutionary-Magic the Gathering on the go only you can see your hand but you both can see what's going on in the game)
The DS has Touch Screen (Although developers say it's more gimmicky)
The DS has Longer battery Life (Though official battery life of PSP hasn't been finalized with the far inferior graphics the DS will probably have 2x the battery life)
The DS has Nintendo 1st Party Games.

Really there isn't a clear cut winner. Second you don't know if Nintendo will include an Analog controller for the DS. UNTIL THEY STATE IT OFFICIALLY, we must assume there going dpad only. Otherwise you have lots of disappointments ahead.

how do you know that the DS is "unconfterable"!? Nintendo hasnt even released the final design! :confused:

[Nights]

Until we see official prices of BOTH systems. Then that isn't fair viper.

Aren't you guys the ones complaining that the DS system isn't final so no comparing the analog contorller. Same goes for official price then.

LOL

Guys can't play by there own rules.

[Viper]

Nights, if it releases for under $300.00, I'll do something quite radical.

[Nights]

how do you know that the DS is "unconfterable"!? Nintendo hasnt even released the final design! :confused:

I played the Prototype which is always close to the final product. That was really uncoftorable in comparison to the PSP.

That's like comparing a Jaguar controler to the Gamecube.

That bad.

Face it Nintendo needs to change it and fast so developers can prepare for games to use it.

If they ad analog support than many games will have to be changed to make use of the new controls. Developers would then say they are being rushed and the DS would start loosing support. Which could end up being a bad thing considering since all the developers are making sure there games use the d-pad.

[Viper]

Nights, do keep in mind one thing. Nintendo has always had the most comfortable controllers ever and they take ergonomics seriously. The GBA and SP work great so anticipate the DS to as well.

[Nights]

ergonomics


YAH VIRTUA BOY......

Your so correct... ROFLOL...

[Viper]

Ergonomically, it was damn near perfect so your point is wasted on an attempt at humor that badly misfired.

[Nights]

Yah There was a warning on the thing cause it hurts eyes.

It said kids shouldn't be able to use it.

so harm to eyes would be Ergonomically...

MORON

Definition Ergonomically:
Design factors, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by minimizing operator fatigue and discomfort:

Looks like Mr. Dictionary eluded you again.


(This from the guy that doesn't correct his own typoes.)

[Viper]

Controller you MORON....controller, PLEASE DIRECT YOURSELF TO THE NEAREST WALL AND PROCEDE TO USE EXTREME FORCE WHEN REPEATEDLY SMASHING YOUR FOREHEAD AGAINST IT.

[Nights]

haha... you so lost that one...

Now your trying to defend yourself.. pretty funny. I was just proving a point.

It's more than just the controller...

Someone :help: Viper

[Viper]

haha... you so lost that one...

Now your trying to defend yourself.. pretty funny. I was just proving a point.

It's more than just the controller...

Someone :help: Viper
Nights, do keep in mind one thing. Nintendo has always had the most comfortable controllers ever and they take ergonomics seriously. The GBA and SP work great so anticipate the DS to as well.Keep :piss: in the wind Nights.

[Nights]

Ergonomically, it was damn near perfect so your point is wasted on an attempt at humor that badly misfired.

Yah that said Ergonomically not controller only.. And if you think the Controller was confy, then your lame.

or your :drunk:

[Viper]

Was I talking about the systems? No, I specifically said 'controllers'. Do I need to quote myself again, yeah, I think I do.
Nights, do keep in mind one thing. Nintendo has always had the most comfortable controllers ever and they take ergonomics seriously. The GBA and SP work great so anticipate the DS to as well.

[dncardman]

No need to argue here, continue *likes to pretend that he has power*

[Nights]

Damn... Dncardman spoke..

(couldn't he lit us gripe some more.... lol)

[swifferman]

Try telling that to a bunch of ricers who think a $12,000 Honda is better than a $50,000 Vette.


I buy a portable to do one thing and do one thing well.....play damn good games.


sounds like you're half in agreement with me
eh?

eh?????

[Viper]

No, just showing that price does not always mean better.

[Shayne]

^ who doesn't know that look at the gamecube then the ps2 then puke.

[Viper]

^ who doesn't know that look at the gamecube then the ps2 then puke.
I must be missing something here. Who are you and what are you talking about?

[Nights]

sounds like you're half in agreement with me
eh?

eh?????

No what it means is that Viper thinks that a $12,000 Honda is better than a souped up $50,000 Corvette.

This coming from the guy who says DS is better then PSP...

But then again I would take a souped up Corvette any day over a 2002 Honda Civic without all options. I'm just shallow like that.

[Nights]

I must be missing something here. Who are you and what are you talking about?

Good Question

[Viper]

Nights, I'm knocking on Swiffer about that. Go check the auto board. I've always taken teh Vette over some 4 banger.

[Nights]

Nights, I'm knocking on Swiffer about that. Go check the auto board. I've always taken teh Vette over some 4 banger.


Ahhh My bad...

I'm still all abouth the Shelbie series I

[Kevin]

Nights, how do you expect to win an argument when you spell uncomfortable, "Unconfterable?"

[Nights]

Nights, how do you expect to win an argument when you spell uncomfortable, "Unconfterable?"

In my recent additions to the forums, I have merely been stating valid points that are not being addressed regarding the PSP. Who cares if I'm grammatically correct?

Let’s say that this trendy, good looking guy happens to be posting messages on a forum that you are reading. His statements indicate that the GBA is the equivalent to a portable SNES. When reading his statement, you noticed that his grammar is less than perfect.

You also witness some grammatically correct school teacher (no I don’t think Viper is a school teacher) who states that the GBA is really the equivalent to a portable Dreamcast.

For the sake of the argument, imagine that you have seen the evidence that proves the GBA is indeed similar to the Super Nintendo. Would you believe the school teacher just because she (no comment) posted using proper grammar, or would you think for yourself and actually grasp the evidence bestowed upon you?

Seriously…Get Real!!! This is a forum…not one of my editorials.

[________]

Grammar is to make things easier to understand and so you don't look stupid. IZ it 3344z3 2 reed dis? I d1dntt th1nke sow.