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How to Buy a Sony PlayStation

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The PlayStation separates itself from other gaming consoles with its massive volume of game titles. If a wealth of diverse games is your cup of tea, the PlayStation may be the platform you're looking for.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Know what features are unique to the Sony PlayStation: a 32-bit RISC 33.9-MHz CPU; a CD-ROM interface; 2 mb main, 1 mb video, and 512 kb sound memory; 640-by-480-pixel graphics resolution; 24-bit color; and CD-quality, 24-channel sound.
Step2
Expect to find a base model PlayStation (one controller and no games) for $100. Additional controllers cost roughly $30. Games range from $30 to $60.
Step3
Note the numerous games and accessories available for the PlayStation. No company has licensed more game producers than Sony.
Step4
Find a Sony PlayStation at local and online electronic and toy retailers.

Tips & Warnings

  • Generally speaking, the more games you play on your system, the more enjoyment you'll get out of it.
  • Consider renting a PlayStation beforehand to help you decide if you want to make the purchase. Numerous video rental venues afford this option.
  • The PlayStation 2, Sony's next-generation machine, is tentatively slated for a March 2000 release.

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