The PSP Go is not intended to replace the PSP 3000. This is wonderful news. Unlike the PSP 3000, and the models before it, the PSP Go does not have a UMD drive which can cause a huge problem for many people wanting to get their hands on this new model of Sony’s hanheld console. In order to play games on the PSP Go they have to be bought and downloaded from the Playstation Store. This requires a WiFi connection and a credit card or a redeemable card available for purchase in stores. The PSP Go comes with a storage capacity of 16GB of internal flash memory and can be extended up to 32GB by using a Memory Stick Micro, which was used with previous models of the PSP. While the PSP Go does have a sleeker look and is around 50% lighter and smaller than the PSP-1000, it has no special extras or features when it comes to software that could not be added to the 2004 model with a system update. Although, the PSP Go does add support for Bluetooth connectivity including tethering with enable mobile phones. The Dualshock 3 controller for the Playstation 3 can now also connect to the PSP Go and be used to play games on the system with the addition of this feature. Other than that though, I personally find this system to be a complete waste of money. The PS3 slim is only around $40 more and if you are already a PSP owner you won’t be able to play your old games on this new version of a system you already own. I’m not too familiar on the file size of games from the Playstation Store but I could definitely see somewhere down the road storage space being an issue. I wouldn’t want to pay $30+ for a digital download of a game that I might have to delete if space gets tight, and I don’t think Gamestop will be accepting this form of game format for some extra cash.
