PSP or DS?

[Victamone]

Well. I haven't posted in like a century but I need some help. I'm debating on whether to buy a DS or PSP. Price isn't much of a matter but somewhat. I wouldn't use music or movies or anything like that on the PSP because that's why my MP3 player is for.. so strictly going by the gaming portions. To me DS's lineup is kinda childish and I don't play pokemon, yet everyone says that if it's just for gaming get a DS. Yet i've also heard bad things about the PSP. Any help?

[rmz]

Originally Posted by Victamone

To me DS's lineup is kinda childish and I don't play pokemon

Phoenix Wright
Hotel Dusk
Trauma Center
Etrian Odyssey
Clubhouse Games
2 Castlevania games (5 if you count the GBA versions)
Planet Puzzle League
Final Fantasy III DS (if that's your thing)
Every GBA game ever made

Just to name a few.

People who claim that Nintendo's lineups are only "childish" annoy me off to no end.

[Starmony]

I can not agree with rmz more. I hate it when people assume that Nintendo only has childish games!!

In my personal opinion I would pick a PSP just for some great games and ports

Guilty Gear
MGS
Burnout
DJ MAX

[chocori]

Since you say you're not going to use your PSP for movies or music, I suppose you won't be interested in PSP customization either, so just that leaves PSX emulation and a handful of good games, including Tales of the World:RM, Metal Gear Portable Ops, and Monster Hunter Freedom.

I won't say anymore because I'm biased and think Monster Hunter is the greatest series ever >_>

[I AM THE PROPHECY.]

rmz's hit on a bunch of the better DS games but I'm finding myself buying more and more PSP titles as of late. I'll describe some of them since, by and large, no one else is going to. There are a bunch of retro compilations available, most of which are quality and most of which are cheap. If you like shooters, there's the Gradius collection; if you liked the EA of old they've got a package out that includes Syndicate and some Wing Commander; if you're a Sega fan you'd like the Genesis collection.

The PSP has a shitload of puzzle games that are pretty good as well, and they all really benefit from how well they're presented. Lumines and its sequel are both excellent. Crush came out recently and is very interesting. Practical Intelligent Quotient is brain-busting in the late game so if you like a challenge it's tons of fun. Exit is great if you liked the Lost Vikings games way back when. Gripshift is like portable Trackmania, where a lot of the challenge comes in figuring out how exactly to get from point A to point B.

There's a lot of action, roleplaying, and sports games too but I'd have to know something about your tastes before I could recommend much more beyond what I already have. Homebrew is back on track with the M33 releases picking up where Dark Alex bowed out, so if you're into emulation or indie games you'll be pleased to hear about that.

One final thing to consider: are you going to have a Wii or PS3? Each company's handheld can connect to its console to do various things, so if you're limiting yourself to one next-gen system you may wish to take that into account.

[Mangojoyride]

Originally Posted by MDRL

There are a bunch of retro compilations available, most of which are quality and most of which are cheap.

can't forget metal slug anthology for PSP. every metal slug to come out on one UMD.
i also cannot stress DJMAX 1 and 2 more than any other game ive played on my PSP. when there is a game on a portable system that makes my Xbox 360 collect dust for a few weeks it should definitely be taken note of.


on the other side though, if you want something different the DS is a DAMN good choice too. that system is in no way childish. I actually prefer the DS over the PSP simply because its more fun to play.

[Monster in a box]

Most of the best games on either handheld are 'childish', so I recommend neither. But I suppose PSP has more M rated games, so go with that.

[Paul]

PSP & for all the homebrew.

[cstarflare]

PSP has started looking a lot better as of late, but DS has been solidly good for a good while now. Either is a good choice, especially if hacking the PSP is an option. If not, I'd hit a DS and get a PSP later.

[Altoid27]

Yeah, the PSP homebrew scene is solid. Stay far away from Lumines and the sequel. Both of them are so good and addicting that you might find yourself forfeiting meals and sleep to play them. So, Lumines and the homebrew stuff would be my reasons to get a PSP.

For the DS: Mario Kart, Pokemon, Castlevania series, Hotel Dusk (until I figure out how exactly to get SCUMMVM on the DS, this is my adventure fix), Meteos (almost as good as Lumines), New Super Mario Bros., Elite Beat Agents series, etc. The list honestly goes on and on. I just imported Picross and it is dangerous. Not even close to exciting but it is beyond engrossing. But yeah, the DS library makes it the system of choice for me. They have a little for everyone and most of that is quality stuff.

[Geschpooklichkeit]

Originally Posted by mangojoyride

can't forget metal slug anthology for PSP. every metal slug to come out on one UMD.

Does that include Metal Slug 6?

[Victamone]

Well since it's been mentioned.. How fun actually is DJ Max? I think i might go PSP considering the titles rmz named off didn't really impress me but all the PSP titles that have been named I like. Also, in the long run the PSP is a bit more expensive tho huh?

[I AM THE PROPHECY.]

Originally Posted by Excel-2007

Does that include Metal Slug 6?

Yes, actually. It's the same anthology on the Wii and PS2.

[Paul]

Originally Posted by Excel-2007

Does that include Metal Slug 6?

Nope, only 1 - 5 including X. 6th came out after Anthology I think.

[I AM THE PROPHECY.]

Originally Posted by red shoe paul

Nope, only 1 - 5 including X. 6th came out after Anthology I think.

Check your facts, it's in there