got one when i was in Tokyo last year, that pic makes it look more sparkly than it actually is.

TheSpiller

Anyone know if this will come with the extras the special edition does?

chrizkerr2

hmm.. missed the first release of this. i may just buy this one. :) wanted a slim anyway.

and i do use my psp everyday. I use it to play movies and some old games. ;)

CFW. FTW.

yep.

Soulgenesis

SCEE hasn't felt an ounce of my pain!
Where the hell is my limited edition of MGS4? Where's a single sku of a PS3 with BC? Where's the composite/component cable in one in the box like with the 360?

Zeouterlimits

"You either had to pay exorbitant prices to import a Japanese or North American version of Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII or simply wait patiently for the game's release on your continent on the 20th of this month."

I can think of at least one other way...

zegota

If the PSP would have some touch screen would be much popular... and of course, better games. For who has PSP, buy FFVIICC, if not...dont bother with a PSP just because of one or two games.... i have mine but i dont touch it since ...tsss, some months. When will come loco roco 2?

bubble-bee

It is a nice game... but after you're done with...

bubble-bee

The only psp game worth buying... PSP is Dying... Well, nintendo DS was more creative...

bubble-bee

@Kamesen: Never played FFVII so I'll give it a miss. I've heard people proclaiming it as the forbidden treasure from Xerxes' vault.

Lockenator

UGH! Square Enix, you wretched curr!

RichMeisterMan

Let me just point out that FFVII:CC is effin awesome. You will enjoy it.

Kamesen

WHAT! Why did NA not get this? I'm so annoyed... The Japan bundle release was a special edition 77,777 unit release with extra swag, is this having the same restrictions? I didn't have the cash to ebay it before, but if they're more on the market soon, prices will drop, yes?

Marion517

I like the art but not the color. Still cool though.

DigitalHero

And the US isn't getting this bundle why??? I want! Give Europe the GoW PSP, I want this one! Come on Sony, give me a PSP I actually want to buy without having to resort to imports!

Salen

yeah i actually like how that looks. matches the macbook pro and iphone. everything i buy has to be either piano black or silver. that's just the way of it. would be nice if it was metal... doubtful that it is. oh well, i'm in the states, own a PSP and still haven't bothered with crisis core... even though i played FFVII 3 times through to Weapons-destroying levels. i guess i don't understand revisiting the world but abandoning all the game mechanics.

mister_shhh

I've considered paying an exorbitant price for one of the Japanese models on eBay. Maybe now I can snag one from Europe for retail. I'm officially jealous.

nlangan

I pre-ordered mine last week here in Australia. Coming out on the 19th over here, I do love me some FFVII. The PSP looks pretty cool plus fingerprints won't show up as bad as on a black one.

el_rezzo

God of War PSP FTW!!!

I love it! It looks better than any other PSP. I'm glad I waited this long to get one.

FIRST!!!

Agreed.

Ali

@HaydenTenno: If it looks metallic and can hurt anyone like a metallic object, I'm for it. It better not be glittery plastic is all I have to say.

Americo

That silver color isn't very attractive. :(

HaydenTenno

@Salen: @Marion517: i agree

dArk_stAr

Damn...thats F'n crisp right there!

Hellion86

Anyone want a testicle? Because I would gladly offer one up for one of those here in the US.

Captain_Collide

Woo, i ordered the special edition version.... yeah i'm a sucker for an art book!

scuba2steve

So who's selling it and which edition of Crisis Core comes with it? I've been waiting for something like this to justify getting a PSP-2000.

NorthernAvengeR

@FIRST!!!: I have to agree. I prefer a more glossy finish. This is a flat matte color that looks like some dull spray paint.

HaydenTenno

Nice. But talk about announcing it really late...I just spent enough money this week as it is.

I doubt it'll come with the Buster Sword strap. Back when the Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories GBA SP came out in Europe, we never got the phone strap either.

Ryu Kazama

Well congrats to Europe on getting this since you guys usually get the shaft but I'll be damned if I'm not gonna be greedy and say: WTF SONY!? Release that PSP over here already!".

bkchurch

Actually, importing NTSC games with the current Euro exchange rate is costing me less than buying the actual PAL (copies when and if they come out), shipment included.

zapatarau

AW come on. Who cares for some red God of War PSP when theres a sexy silver one. :( Weak.

Riokenn

Do want. Looks like an Aussie already has one up on Ebay already. No bids, but the auction looks brand new.

I prefer the Star Wars PSP m'self, with this being a very close second. Too bad it's not releasing in the states. I'd buy it in a heartbeat.

cable83

@Riokenn: I think it would be easier to swallow if it didn't have anime crap all over it. With the GOW red PSP, which is sexy and glossy, Kratos is only on the battery cover and it's quite easy to get a replacement battery cover. I'm not one for having girly men all over my electronics, but that's just me. Lol!

HaydenTenno

The game is currently available for pre-order in Australia (www.ebgames.au)and New Zealand ([www.gpstore.co.nz]), but they aren't allowed to ship it to other countries. Keep your eyes peeled for importers.

nlangan

I bought the Daxter PSP bundle specifically for the silver PSP. If this bundle had ever been released in the US, I would have been all over it.

Rawr. :(

cheez

Looks quite nice, i'd buy it but i'd rather stick with my sexy blue imported PSP!

hamandcheeseUK

I feel like banging my head against the wall since I paid an exorbitant price for my Japanese Crisis Core PSP. -_- Curse my impatience and greed!

Oh well, I suppose I still have the buster sword strap plus the fact that I got to play with it a year earlier. *sighs*

modorenai

Please, can some kind soul give me a run down (links would be handy) of a place or places that I could get a new in box unit? I love FF7, I loved Core Crisis, but I gotta have that thing. I am currently using a white one from Japan (living in the US) and it's DarkAlex Modified meaning I have PLENTY of games to play. I intent to sell this one, lock stock and all the accessories to get the silver FF7 CC unit. Any help here fellow Kotakuites!!!

You can even e-mail me to work on it, rather than spam the boards... pugdaddyd@hotmail.com

PugDaddyD

PugDaddyD

Are you serious??? I waited and waited to buy a PSP...and now this thing comes out. Curse you Sony. Curse you.

red_queen

Very nice! Thank you :D

Garo

OMG! This is enough to make me wish I was European. That and their enlightened attitudes. And their non-Victorian feelings about sex. And the food (not the UK). And the abundance of alcohol.

berribrand

Does the bundle include the limited edition release of Crisis Core? Wanna wanna Art Book.
Still can't find any retailers for the bundle in the UK though; guess I'll have to keep checking.

Estel

T-T... This FF7 Fangirl is sad...

/thinks to herself on how much those psps will sell on ebay O.o

That Girl Hates You

Awesome. Just when I was contemplating dropping $500-600 on the now-rare Japanese version. Thank God the PSP is semi-region free.

turkish101

WOW, Both Region 2 areas get the CC:FVII PSP. Region 1 gets a UMD case. =/ I like this almost as much as the GoW PSP.

Karisu-Zero

damn I already bought the game

Pap3rbag

I feel ripped off :( I imported the JP one at great expense.

I don't think this one is numbered like the japanese one is though, so its ok.

Strifeh