Hitting Europe in 2008
Earlier this week, we brought you the news that Sony are to launch a new PS2 model in Japan later this month and now they've confirmed that lighter console will now be launched in all SCEE terrotories early next year.While inheriting the functions of the current PlayStation 2, the internal design architecture of the new system has been completely overhauled, resulting lighter in weight. The newly designed PlayStation 2 will have a built-in AC adapter, further improving users’ convenience to enjoy various entertainment contents anywhere at home, reads the press release.
The Playstation 2 has been on sale for 8 years and has sold approximately 120 million units. The company are confident that the new model will also sell well and and have assured consumers that they'll continue to expand the line-up of games next year. They've also made the decision not to drop the recommended retail price of the console in any territory. This means that the new PS2 will sell for the same price as the last model, which currently retails online for between £70 -90.
Check out the product overview for the PS2 SCPH-90000 series:
Product Overview
PlayStation 2 (SCPH-90000) (for Japan Model)
Product Name - PlayStation 2
Launch Date - November 22, 2007
Recommended Retail Price - 16,000 JP Yen (including tax)
Color Name/Product Code - Charcoal Black/SCPH-90000 CB, Ceramic White/SCPH-90000 CW, Silver/SCPH-90000 SS
Dimensions - Approximately 230 mm (W) x 28 mm (H) x 152 mm (D)
Weight - Approximately 720g
Included - PlayStation2 (SCPH-90000) × 1
- Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK2) x 1
- AV cable (integrated audio/video) x 1
- AC power cord x 1
Vertical Stand (for Japan Model)Product Name - Vertical Stand (only for PlayStation®2 SCPH-90000 Series)
Product Name - Vertical Stand (only for PlayStation®2 SCPH-90000 Series)
Launch Date - November 22, 2007
Recommended Retail Price - 16,000 JP Yen (including tax)
Color Name/Product Code - Charcoal Black/SCPH-90000 CB, Ceramic White/SCPH-90000 CW, Stain Silver/SCPH-90000 SS
Dimensions - Approximately 230 mm (W) x 28 mm (H) x 152 mm (D)
Weight - Approximately 720g
Included - PlayStation®2 (SCPH-90000) × 1
- Analog Controller (DUALSHOCK®2) x 1
- AV cable (integrated audio/video) x 1
- AC power cord x 1
