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When it comes right down to it, we aren't exactly sure whether to love or hate the PSPgo. Sony certainly has their heart in the right place -- technologically advancing mainstream handheld gaming to a purely digital plateau -- but it seems as if the idea wasn't fully realized when it comes to mainstream viability. Relying on users to disregard their previous UMD libraries or perhaps even alternate between the hard-copy and digital platforms is a pretty big gamble, especially considering that they are asking users to pay an extra $50 for it. Furthermore, the PSPgo's dependence on a Windows PC and/or Wi-Fi connectivity is a matter of concern. While both Windows users and readily-accessible Wi-Fi are more and more common these days, neither is universal. By limiting accessibility, Sony has made the user experience dangerously inconsistent and makes the value of such a device questionable.

IGN's Ratings for PSPgo
Rating Description  
out of 10  
7.5 Build Quality
Durable but the high-gloss finish is prone to smudging and showing dirt.
7.0 Features
The all-digital approach is a nice move toward greener technological pastures, but Sony may have been jumping the gun a little.
6.0 Value
With no UMD transfer capability and a $50 price jump, the PSPgo is a hard sell.
6.5 Comfort
The compact collapsible screen design makes the PSPgo ergonomically challenged.
7.2 OVERALL
(out of 10 / not an average)

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TOTALLY agree with IGN here......great review

its DEFINETELY a hard sell, people I know are laughing & mocking it for its price

HOW THE HELL did SONY make such a big mistake, they are saying comfort isn't great either....HOWWWW!



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