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Game Consoles - Buyers Guide
Game consoles are getting faster, more powerful and now - online. Handheld consoles are getting smaller, lighter and more versatile. Use this product guide to help you find the right console for you. And don't forget that the console you buy is only as good as the games you play on it, so check out our gaming bundles that come complete with games and accessories. Playstation 2 
The PlayStation 2 is 10 times more powerful and 200 times faster than the PSOne. The console offers a range of entertainment options for all the family which includes playing games, watching films by utilising it’s DVD function and listening to your favourite CDs. Backwards Compatible - 99% of existing PlayStation games are compatible with the PlayStation 2. Realistic Graphics - delivered by the 32-MB memory and the 128 Bit ‘Emotion Engine, allows for realistic game-play. Inclusion of Dolby Digital™, AC-3 and DTS, completes the realistic effect of the game play. Online Gaming - The PS2 has a built in expansion port, which allows for the connection of a hard drive and cable modem. So you can hook your PS2 up to broadband for online multiplayer gaming. Practically every type of game already has network compatible games to play online, such as FIFA 2004 for sports lovers or Amplitude for music fans. The PlayStation 2 comes with a Dual Shock 2 controller, AC Power Cord, Euro-AV Connector Plug scart, Demo Disc and Registration Card. 
PSOne 
The PlayStation is the original games console from Sony and has been updated as a smaller version called the PSOne. Portability - PSOne was launched in September 2000, as smaller and more portable version of the PlayStation. It has all the capabilities of its predecessor and can play all the same games but it can now be carried around more easily and with the LCD screen (available separately), it's a vital travel companion for all gamers. XBox 
The XBox has the most powerful graphics processor of any games console currently available. Delivered from a 32 bit Intel 733MHz processor similar to ones found in a PC but dedicated to gaming. 
DVD Playback and Dolby Digital 5.1 - Not only can you play a DVD movie on the XBox with the DVD movie playback kit, but you can also experience Dolby Digital 5.1 sound and also video game audio like never before using the Real-time Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound. (Based on Dolby digital support in the users home cinema system). Online Gaming - XBox was designed to be used as an online gaming platform and so has built-in broadband capability. Enabling online head-to-head team play across the street or across the world. Nintendo Gamecube 
From the Gamecube to the Game Boy. Nintendo is the Grandaddy of the games arena. The GameCube is a pure gaming machine from one of the worlds premier games developers - Nintendo. It boasts a 485 MHz processor designed by IBM which allows for the GameCube's graphics to be both impactful and fast. It has 4 controller ports and a capability to link with the Game Boy Advance to use as a controller or, on selected games, players will soon see these 2 unique systems working as one to bring a completely new gameplay experience to life. 
Games - Coming from Nintendo means that the GameCube is the only place you'll find favourite characters such Mario, Donkey Kong and Zelda and a host of other first party games. Third party games are starting to come through with titles such as Resident Evil and Tony Hawks making their way on to the GameCube. Online Gaming - Nintendo plan to launch a 56K modem and a broadband adaptor for the GameCube but no launch date has been announced as yet. Game Boy Advance 
There are 2 types of Game Boy Advance (GBA). The Standard Game Boy Advance and the Game Boy Advance SP. Both have the same features detailed below but are different in size, weight and style. The new GBA SP has surpassed the original GBA. Both are more powerful than the original Game Boy. 
There are 2 types of Game Boy Advance (GBA). The Standard Game Boy Advance and the Game Boy Advance SP. Both have the same features detailed below but are different in size, weight and style. The new GBA SP has surpassed the original GBA. Both are more powerful than the original Game Boy. Colour - with a 32-Bit processor and can display 32,000 colours producing graphics which are normally only found on larger home consoles. Larger Screen - The Game Boy Advance's colour screen is 50% bigger than the Game Boy Colour. Also in addition to the standard Game Boy Colour controls there are two new buttons for increased control during gameplay. Most of the original Game Boy games are compatible with the Game Boy Advance and the Game Boy advance SP. Compete With Others - If you want to compete against your friends you can connect up with 3 other Game Boy Advances by using a link lead (available separately). Portable - Game Boy Advance is a fantastic travelling companion being compact, lightweight and it runs on two AA batteries, which will give you up to 15 hours of playing time. N-Gage 
The N-Gage is a handheld console, a mobile phone and much more. With stunning graphics and top games titles, the Nokia N-Gage combines pulsating game play with a mobile phone. This great new handheld device from Nokia offers amazing graphics and games, as well as all the features you would expect from a Nokia mobile phone. The game deck has the battery power to play MP3’s for up to 8 hours and for 3-6 hours of gameplay. With an 8-way direction controller, high-resolution display and realistic sound effects, the Nokia N-Gage is sure to get your heart racing. Features - Wireless multiplayer game play, titles from top publishers, 3D graphics , 3.4 MB of internal shared memory, bluetooth, MP3 music player, FM radio, XHTML , WAP, browser, triband mobile phone Software - Top titles including SonicN, Tomb Raider, Tony Hawks Pro Skater, Virtual Tennis. 
Accessories & Software You won't get much from your new console without games and the little extras add so much to the enjoyment of your playing experience. Games - An Essential Accessory For Any Games Console. Available for most consoles Memory Cards - An essential piece of kit. You will not be able to save high scores and progress on games without one. Extra Controllers - Most consoles come with only one controller. You will need another one to play two player games. Light Blaster Guns - Provide a more realistic feel to shoot-em-up games. Wheel with Pedals - Provides a more realistic gaming experience for use with most driving games. Multitap - enables up to 4 people to play simultaneously on multi-player games. DVD Remote - allows you to control the DVD capability of your console from the comfort of your armchair. (Only available on PS2 and Xbox). RF Unit - Some consoles only come with a scart lead, if your TV does not have a scart socket you will need a RF unit. Available on selected consoles: Battery Pack - Allows true portability with the PS one, (when used in conjunction with the LCD screen) some can be charged from both mains and car sockets. Portable Monitors - LCD screens that attach to the top of the PS one and GameCube so that it can be played anywhere. Link Leads - Enables more than one Game Boy or Game Boy Advance to be connected together for multiplayer action. Power Adapters - Allows Game Boys and Game Boy Advance to be plugged in to either a 12V car socket or a 240V socket at home to extend game play times. Desktop chargers are also available. Light Magnifiers - For the Game Boy and Game Boy Advance provide maximum vision in low light conditions and magnify the screen for easier viewing. Dance Mat - For the PSOne and PS2. Designed to be fully compatible with games such as "Dance UK" or "Pop Idol", bringing dancing games to your living room for the first time. Wireless Karaoke Microphone - For the PSOne and PS2. This ultra-cool headset can be used with the Karaoke feature in dance games. 
This Product Guide was provided by kind permmission of Comet. Comet checks competitors' prices, then lowers their own. |
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