PS2 Price Drop In Europe

eginning October 1 the price of the PlayStation 2 will fall in Europe according to an announcement through Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. In addition to being lower in price (£16999 about 200 euro or US$230), the PS2 will also sport upgraded hardware true similar to the SCPH-50000 released newly in Japan and North America. Additions to the soothe include progressive scan DVD support, a quieter fan, and a built-in infra-red receiver.

"With this attractive novel price point, with PlayStation 2's unbeatable technology package, compelling on-line experiences, and with a vast portfolio of above 850 software titles including mass market appeal titles similar as EyeToy: Groove and Dog's Life, we believe there has not at any time been a better time to penetrate the PlayStation 2 experience," said Ray Maguire, managing director of SCE UK "At this novel price point of £139.99, the clear market-leading PlayStation 2 should remain the computer entertainment a whole of choice for an plane wider and more diverse audience."

SCEE also announced a price for the upcoming satin silver PS2 a shiny limited edition version of the soothe that will include two identically colored controller The price is alone 10 more sterling for the silver than for the classic black, or about 216 euro (US$247).

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