SILENT HILL: Shattered Memories opinion.

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cgkc17 said:
What're the differences between the Wii and PSP/PS2 versions?

I'm more inclined to get it for the PSP because it's $20 cheaper.

Being a bit of a Shattered Memories junkie I have tried all 3. I own the Wii build, rented the PS2 one, and convinced a PSP owing friend to buy it and lend me his PSP.

 Without a doubt the Wii version lookes the best, higher polys, and slightly improved texture. Where the Wii really pulls ahead is the lighting. The flashlight and its beam are by far the best on Wii. Also there is the control, this was clearly a Wii game first and downported and the controls sing on Wii.

The PS2 build is actually competent too. Sure it looks blurier and has slightly weaker textures, but the lighting, while not quite Wii quality is still damned impresseive given the HW. While not quite up to the Wii version the PS2 build is stil very playable and enticing for non-Wii owners.

The PSP version sadly is a big step down from even the PS2 build. The textures are mediocre even for the PSP and the lighting is pretty much as plain as you can get. Sure the great story is intact, but you are really missing out on a lot of candy with this version. Also this game is not well structured for mobile play.

Get the Wii version if you are can or willing. If you don't go with the PS2. Unless you own neither a Wii, PS2 or BC-PS3 I would suggest you check it out on them before you pick it up for PSP.