Poll: What do you think of the rumored PS3 Slim?

by Griffin McElroy { Aug 15th 2009 at 1:00PM }

We certainly hope you're feeling altruistic today, dearest readers, because we need your help. As you've probably heard, the oft-rumored PS3 Slim is ... well, rumored to be announced next week at GamesCom. Before Sony's keynote at the event, we'd like to test the waters to find out exactly what you guys would want from a svelter Sony console, and whether you even think it exists.

There's a few polls asking these questions and more posted after the jump. If you've got a few minutes, we'd love your input.

Update: We've closed the polls and posted the results after the jump. Thanks for your help!

Tags: gamescom-09, poll, ps3-slim, rumor, sony

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)

iPunch @ Aug 15th 2009 1:11PM

Nice poll, I'm interested in what the results will be. It's not looking too mixed right now

Evildude @ Aug 15th 2009 7:10PM

this is Bull man, some ppl in here aren't even American...just look at that dude
"biggrapp" he's from Jamaica...
so they don't care whatever happens to the PS3 they just want it cheap in their country's

PN04 @ Aug 16th 2009 12:18AM

The results of the poll dont matter, nothing we say changes the fact that sony decides when it will release the slim and for how much. There's no reason for them to make this system any cheaper than the current models and every keeps thinking that the minute it arrives it'll signal a price drop.

IT DOESNT.

The slim is just another revision in the life of a product just like the PSone or the PStwo, there's no reason for this to be over blown into some crazy milestone of an event that people will just be disappointed with when it doesnt set the world on fire.

Josh @ Aug 19th 2009 2:16PM

PN04, I'm from the future, so what you said is funny.

biggrapp @ Aug 15th 2009 1:12PM

i hope it's real and i hope it's announced at gamecom because i'm tired of all the speculation and i'd like to see more people with PS3s. i'd also like for it to be true so more people will be able to afford a PS3 and have one with full backwards compatibilty.

qx512xp @ Aug 16th 2009 6:23AM

sos

Gonzo @ Aug 17th 2009 9:40AM

Yea.
Most of my friends that are holding off on buying a ps3 are doing so either because of backwards compatibility and/or the price.

However, if there was a system that needed a whole new model and re-branding, it's the 360. I know more people holding off from buying a 360 because they're still scared of it spontaneously combusting on the shelf.

Great choices we've had this generation, huh?

black_ryuk @ Aug 15th 2009 1:17PM

It would be kool if it is real....tho wouldn't really affect me....all I need is a new hard drive more my 60 gig and i'll be set

MilsurpShooter @ Aug 17th 2009 9:26AM

Seagate 500GB from newegg for $100 bucks. Did it a few days ago and am loving it :D

Julian Shamoon @ Aug 15th 2009 1:24PM

I really don't think it's real. Price cut? Yes. PS3 Slim. I don't think so.

ChiTownRuler23 @ Aug 15th 2009 1:24PM

off topic: is any one else having trouble signing into PSN i tested my connection and it works i can go on the internet on my computer (obviously) but my PS3 wont connect to PSN

Julian18d7 @ Aug 15th 2009 1:31PM

try restarting your PS3 or wait a little while?

Kris.pennant @ Aug 15th 2009 1:26PM

I seriously think that it'll be a good thing in the long run. any publicity is good publicity for the brand right now.Well...

PSU Fan @ Aug 15th 2009 1:28PM

Hey, where did the post about The Last Guy Trophies go? I'm interested since I have the game. Someone jump the gun on a post again?

Andrew Yoon @ Aug 15th 2009 2:35PM

http://playstation.joystiq.com/trophies

I was updating the portal, and it accidentally appeared on the main page. Here you go.

PSU Fan @ Aug 15th 2009 2:41PM

Cool, thanks a lot. I didn't realize there was a trophy portal.

kris.pennant @ Aug 15th 2009 2:59PM

I think it'll be a good thing i reckon

HeXeN {KevinConroyDefeatsBatman} @ Aug 15th 2009 1:29PM

Who ever choose $199.00 as the PS3 slim's price point must also believe in the tooth fairy.

traceur_ryuk_shinigami @ Aug 15th 2009 4:45PM

60 people so far, that's an alarming number.

AerialAngel @ Aug 15th 2009 8:58PM

i chose 250$. ts reasonable. 250$ or 300$

200$ ? hey psp go costs 50$ then that. its not going to happen. kind of think of it...ps3 will cost 50$ more if sold at 300$. hmm.

Buzzkiller @ Aug 17th 2009 4:54AM

I totally agree. If the slim does come out It will not cost any less than $400. It will probably lower the cost of production, wich would make it easier for sony to drop the price in the future, but it wont be cheap right away.

stormtrooper190 (IcelandTerrorist) @ Aug 17th 2009 2:31PM

its now up to 215 so keep an eye out.

DamonTheMoney @ Aug 15th 2009 1:52PM

Great poll, you should do them more often.

Jerses @ Aug 15th 2009 2:13PM

I think its true. But not the price rumor. i wont get mad if they announce a price cut or even ps3 slim with 299 price tag IF they give backwards compatibility... even if its only for some games

johnnynumber5 @ Aug 15th 2009 6:31PM

I guess you want to keep your cake and eat it too. There is no way in hell they will launch a $299 model with backwards compatibility. Not now and not ever. This is one of the few times where us early adopters didn't get shafted by additional features to less expensive models. Besides, Sony will start selling PS2 classics on PSN before they release a software solution to BC especially with PS2's being so cheap and owners wanting features like cross game chat and invite, custom soundtracks and Home integration for trophies among other requested features.

Vidikron @ Aug 16th 2009 12:57AM

"Sony will start selling PS2 classics on PSN before they release a software solution to BC"

If they do that though it would mean they have a software BC solution. I don't think we will see a PS2 Classics section without also seeing some form of software PS2 BC.

greg (peevmyster) @ Aug 17th 2009 11:45AM

@johnnynumber5 if you had been a true early adopter, you would have BC. The first few models did have it.

kamionek @ Aug 15th 2009 1:32PM

my 60gb ps3 died a couple of days ago, i'm thinking of buying a slim (as soon as it is released) for 300€, rather than paying up to 200€ and waiting far too long for repair of my old one. i hope some software backwards compatibility will be present, i still have couple of ps2 games to play

eat my face [ wiizer is a party pooper ] @ Aug 15th 2009 7:30PM

dude just get it repaired

Killer174 @ Aug 15th 2009 1:35PM

i hope it's real cause i'm tired of reading news about a console that i don't have, and when it comes out it will be cheaper (hopefuly) and i'll be able to afford it :)

Spiraea @ Aug 15th 2009 1:36PM

I haven't heard about the rumored backwards compatibility but to be honest, I mostly just glance at news concerning the PS3 Slim nowadays. If it has backwards compatibility (and is real, of course), I'm glad I've held off on getting one until a price drop. That's a system seller for me as my PS2 is on life support.

RagingStormX @ Aug 15th 2009 2:17PM

It would be nice to have "multiple colours" as an option in the rumoured features most appealing. But a nice poll none the less.

John @ Aug 15th 2009 2:20PM

i dont want them to make the PS3 slim ppl need to get over how much the real one costs and just buy it if they want one

xbox420king @ Aug 15th 2009 6:03PM

Your just mad you spend 400 plus on a fat PS3 knowing soon people, like myself, are going to purchase a slim ps3 with a price cut and PS2 backwards capability.

ladygaiajejam @ Aug 16th 2009 3:34AM

Umm. Im pretty sure mine was like 600 dollars.... and I'm glad. I'm playing games and enjoying my BC while you cheapos wait out for a downgrade.

Luke @ Aug 15th 2009 2:21PM

If this is real, and has BC and is only $300, I'll sell my 60gb for $200, give you whatever hdd is in the slim, plus 2 Sixaxis controllers.

Bam, what a deal.

Fane @ Aug 17th 2009 5:29AM

You can't swap hard drives from one PS3 to another and keep the data. You can't install a back-up file made on one PS3 onto another. You can copy non-protected saves (and certain other files) to an external storage device and put them on a new system. You can also re-download games, demos, and DLC to up to 5 different PS3s. In short, your plan won't work as is.

stuart stow @ Aug 15th 2009 2:35PM

Im interested in getting one but we should stop all these silly rumours and stories now until its announced and start talking about games again.

Yazuka @ Aug 15th 2009 2:35PM

Yeah, I think its real.

Darlaten @ Aug 15th 2009 2:36PM

To whoever came up with the price point of $199.99 - what were you smoking and where I can get some? :) That's hillarious - non-realistic too. In any event, I think a price drop of $100.00 across all SKU's would be a good thing to help increase the movement of PS3's. Then again, people could....gasp....what a concept!.....actually try saving for a change to be able to afford it. I know its a new concept for many people, but try putting $50.00 away every pay cheque and you'll be able to afford a PS3 soon.

DrunkRaba @ Aug 16th 2009 2:57PM

stop trying to flood the internet with logic, it has no place here!

Jake @ Aug 15th 2009 2:46PM

i think its real i just don't like the look of the ones that have leaked, looks too plastic and tacky, hope there is one and has more of a finish like the current one

WillJ @ Aug 15th 2009 3:10PM

I'm of the opposite opinion. I don't use mine much apart from Blu rays & tv recording but the shiny polycarb finish of the current model is so easily scratched and is annoying to keep free from fingerprints. I sold my 80gb last week in anticipation of the cut and I'm hopeing for a matt finish to replace it.