PS Vita... Worth it?

[b-bombs]

Hey, just a quick feeler here. What's the reason for getting a PS Vita? There are a couple Japanese games I want to play, and of course DOA5+ would be way helpful in allowing me to improve my game when I'm not at home. But I can't justify paying $250 for a Vita (plus cost of memory card and games) to only play a game or two. I'm on the edge but I need a little bit more to take the plunge.

Does anyone here like the Vita, and why?

 

[CyberEvil]

Hey, just a quick feeler here. What's the reason for getting a PS Vita? There are a couple Japanese games I want to play, and of course DOA5+ would be way helpful in allowing me to improve my game when I'm not at home. But I can't justify paying $250 for a Vita (plus cost of memory card and games) to only play a game or two. I'm on the edge but I need a little bit more to take the plunge.

Does anyone here like the Vita, and why?

When it comes down to it, most people buy new systems because of one game whether they realize it or not. There's always some announcement that pushes people over that edge. It's never a calculated decision about a return on investment no matter how you try to rationalize it.

Right now you're asking the question because you find the cost to be high and to me that says it wouldn't be worth it to you. I have one and love it but I also just impulse buy things a lot and I only got the Vita because Ninja Gaiden Sigma+ was announced. I've since purchased plenty of other games and I love it, but you'll have to decide if one or two games will get enough play from you to make it all make sense. Honestly I'd wait if I were you. Sales happen and they're usually solid. Christmas time saw some massive discounts like $200 for the system, a memory card, and two games from Amazon.

 

[bingsoo]

I honestly play it more than my PS3 (which I only play for DOA 5 and Razor's Edge). The Vita is awesome, but I believe my opinion of it puts me in a minority. With the current list of games due for release this year, I'm even more pumped. Muramasa Rebirth, Dragon's Crown, YS, and hopefully God Eater 2.

 

[b-bombs]

I was super gung-ho about it a couple of weeks ago, then for whatever reason I had three separate people tell me unsolicited that Vita has no games made for it. Which of course makes me hesitate. I have 2-3 games I'd buy right off the bat, but if there's the chance that it's going to lose support from Sony it's not necessarily worth it. Of course if they release one Metal Gear game for it, I'll dive in without hesitation.

 

[Gill Hustle]

I just got a Vita by trading in a LOT of extra equipment I got from people who just wanted to get rid of.

Surprisingly I got the Vita for free plus an extra 2 bucks. Bought UMVC3 and DOA5+ the next day and am more than satisfied.

Regarding DOA5+, It's really AWESOME having a 'better" version of one of my favorite titles.

I mainly use it to learn character basics via combo challenge and it's good when I think of something when I'm away from home or just don't feel like picking up my arcade stick to test things in training mode on my console.

That being said, I've been collecting Team Ninja stuff for quite some time and that's what motivated me to get one (same as 3DS) so in all honesty I don't really even care for the general Vita library and unless DOA5U comes to the Vita, I might just pack it up in the closet come September. Of course after I get both NG titles for it.

 

[b-bombs]

Damn, I didn't even think about trade-ins. I have a bunch of stuff I'd be willing to trade in. That definitely makes this purchase much more palatable.

 

[Gill Hustle]

Damn, I didn't even think about trade-ins. I have a bunch of stuff I'd be willing to trade in. That definitely makes this purchase much more palatable.

Keep in mind I didn't do this at GameStop >_>, I went to a place that took relics like a Dreamcast, N64, Ps2, and N64, Genesis, and SNES carts.

 

[Prince Adon]

GET IT! You can join us on Ragnarok Odyssey, Soul Sacrifice, DOA5+ and them other games son! imo it's worth it! Way better than the garbage PSP(even when it's modded).

 

[b-bombs]

I'll definitely be returning my PSP. Now that MGS: Peace Walker is on my PS3 I have no need for a PSP. I'll be in on the DOA5+ action soon. I gotta catch up to you guys somehow!

 

[ikodomo]

I literally bought my vita only for Persona 4 Golden. Got a great price on craigslist for $160 and it looked brand new.

 

[b-bombs]

Wow. Great deal! I'm a little hesitant to buy gaming systems used though. I had a friend who borrowed my Dreamcast once and I came over and watch him nonchalantly kick it in front of me if it was slightly slow and I've been traumatized ever since.

 

[Forlorn Penguin]

I literally bought my vita only for Persona 4 Golden.

I still need to try that game. I've never played that series before, but I hear a lot of praise for it.

Also, props for being probably the only person on FSD who lists their main character as SPARTAN-458. That chick was badass.

 

[ikodomo]

I still need to try that game. I've never played that series before, but I hear a lot of praise for it.

Also, props for being probably the only person on FSD who lists their main character as SPARTAN-458. That chick was badass.

If you're into jrpg with a high school setting, this game is worth the vita in my opinion. However, I'm a huge fan of the persona series so I literally buy anything that has the name on it. haha

Thank you Forlorn. I wish Spartan was in Doa5 since I still haven't settled on a main yet. However, when DOA5U comes out, I pray Leon can play similar to Spartan. It would be great to have Tengu back so you can finally settle on a main as well.

 

[Forlorn Penguin]

Thank you Forlorn. I wish Spartan was in Doa5 since I still haven't settled on a main yet. However, when DOA5U comes out, I pray Leon can play similar to Spartan. It would be great to have Tengu back so you can finally settle on a main as well.

I know what you mean. It took many, many months and me almost dropping the game, but I finally did settle on a main; Bayman. However, I still don't play him that well, and I simply don't enjoy playing him as much as I enjoyed playing Tengu. Tengu will always be my true main.

I'm also hoping that Leon will inherent some of the useful tools that we lost with SPARTAN. She had some great stuff that would work very well for Leon and it'd be a shame to see it just disappear forever.

If you're into jrpg with a high school setting, this game is worth the vita in my opinion.

Well honestly, I generally hate JRPGs, but P4G still looks somewhat interesting to me for some reason.

 

[TRI Mike]

It's pretty much what Cyberevil already said but I have a few things to add.

I have one and just like Cyber, I got it from an impulse of playing Sigma+, that was last July, and since then I've already gotten the same amount of games I've bought for my 3DS, a console I've had since it came out, that was what¿ three years ago¿ The thing is, I can guarantee you the Vita DOES have a lot of very good games.

Ninja Gaiden Sigma+
Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2+
Dead or Alive 5+
Atelier Totori+
Gravity Rush
Uncharted: Golden Abyss
Soul Sacrifice
Little Big Planet
Lumines
Ragnarok Odyssey

...and one of the best JRPG games ever made: Persona 4 Golden.

Then I recommend two titles that while they have their minor issues, are very cool and I enjoyed them a lot: Dynasty Warriors Next and Shinobido 2. Finally, if you're into importing Japanese games that never get localized, you'll be happy to know that the Vita has four great games available over there exclusively:

Tales of Innocence R
Tales of Hearts R (This one is actually close to being released)
Hatsune Miku: Project Diva f
Senran Kagura: Shinovi Versus

Keep in mind that those four are Japanese games, you have to import them from sites like ebay, Play-Asia or Amazon, they're probably expensive unless pre-owned and logically are in Japanese language. And yes, the Vita is region-free, just like the PSP so no problems there.

Then you have digital smaller games like Guacamelee and many others that are available for very cheap and look extremely good and besides, the Vita already plays most PS1 titles on PSN so if you've purchased some for PS3/PSP, you'll most likely be able to play them on a Vita. The 3DS on the other hand only offers NES and GB games as its retro options. Now, don't get me wrong with that last comment, the 3DS is also an excellent machine (dat Fire Emblem) but I think the Vita is slightly better.

 

[b-bombs]

Yeah, I was considering Project Diva F, and I am slowly getting into the Persona series. You guys have definitely helped me over the edge. I'll be pretty happy to get one at this point. I also really want to get Phantasy Star Online 2.

Being able to play my PS1 games is a HUGE bonus!! I didn't know that part.

 

[TRI Mike]

No EVERY title can be played on the Vita. I'm still mad about it not playing Final Fantasy V but 95% of them already can.

 

[Force_of_Nature]

Yeah, I was considering Project Diva F, and I am slowly getting into the Persona series. You guys have definitely helped me over the edge. I'll be pretty happy to get one at this point. I also really want to get Phantasy Star Online 2.

Being able to play my PS1 games is a HUGE bonus!! I didn't know that part.

Enjoy the system dude! IMHO, I feel that the PSVITA is arguably the best handheld out there in terms of power and capabilities. The system may seem a little expensive at first but it is well worth every penny spent on it. Amazing graphics that occasionally almost match those on the PS3, great D-pad, nice touch screen and really love having 2 analog sticks on a handheld. Don't care for the rear touchpad though. I've gotten some great games for it such as:

Assassin's Creed 3: Liberation
Gravity Rush
Uncharted: Golden Abyss
Ninja Gaiden Sigma+
Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2+
Dead or Alive 5+
Street Fighter X Tekken
Blazblue Continuum Shift Extend
Rayman Origins
Metal Gear Solid HD Collection
LittleBigPlanet Vita
Zero Escape 2: Virtue's Last Reward
Persona 4 Golden
Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale
Sly Cooper 4: Thieves in Time
Disgaea 3: Absence of Detention
Wipeout 2048

Along with some Indie games that I've downloaded off of PSN (Some of the games I mentioned were downloaded off of PS+ such as Disgaea 3). I still need Soul Sacrifice and will be downloading Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault soon. The Vita isn't really lacking in games but I will warn you that the Memory Cards can set you back a bit, especially if you take advantage of all the free games off of PS+. Try to find them for cheaper online.

Other than that, the Vita is amazing.

 

[Forlorn Penguin]

IMHO, I feel that the PSVITA is arguably the best handheld out there in terms of power and capabilities.

Well it simply is better than the 3DS from a technical standpoint. Which system is better in terms of the lineup of games is up to anyone's own opinion though.

 

[Force_of_Nature]

Well it simply is better than the 3DS from a technical standpoint. Which is better in terms of the lineup of games is up to anyone's own opinion though.

The 3DS has found its stride game-wise with Fire Emblem and the upcoming Pokémon on top of other goodness like Super Mario 3D Land, but I feel that its games are a little too catered towards either fans of Nintendo's 1st Parties or JRPGs. In terms of games it's fairly even if somewhat a slight advantage for the 3DS.