The Ultimate PS3 Buying Guide In 2024 

So I might be a very non intelligent person and somehow didn't mention (I don't think) backwards compatibility. The original PS3, the 60gb version, is backwards compatible with PS2 games, but the PS3 slim is not. They do both play PS1 games though. I'll go sit in the corner now...

Never sold my ps3. Still use it till this day sometimes !

PS3 from 2009-2013 is one of the greatest eras in gaming history, no question.

The graphics and aesthetics of the PS3 generation still looks so good! I actually prefer it over later generations. It may not have 60fps 4k, but what it does have, is games that are worth playing more than once unlike the bloated empty games we get today.

Never upgraded to ps4/5. Didn't see the need too. With all the great games for low prices on PS3. Good to see two of my favorite games made your list. Resistance Fall of Man and Killzone.

PS3 is cutting edge next-gen and you can't convince me otherwise! 😅

I’ve been noticing a lot of people going back to ps3 and they all say the same thing “I’ve not had this much fun in years” It’s a strange phenomenon but I’m glad to be apart of it!

U forgot to mention: 1. Mass Effect 2. Dragon Age 3. Batman Arkham City 4. Dead Space 5. Infamous

For real Mister, you made the truest Videos ever. No overhyping, no shittalking, just pure opinion🙂

PS3 is becoming my favorite console and you are beginning to be my favorite RU-vidr !!

Grabbed a sealed copy of akibas trip, anarchy reigns, and metal gear solid legacy collection today at a local convention. Been adding to my original ps3 collection and im up to 75 games currently.

The ps3 is one of the best consoles of all time. I had it since it launched, the fat 60 gig model and later the slim. I miss the ps3 so I’m looking for another one since my last one finally died

One thing you didn't mention is that the specific fat model of the PS3 you own is backwards compatible with PS2. This is exclusive to the fat model with 4 USB ports on the front, later models came with only 2 ports and were no longer backwards compatible.

I like watching your videos i just finished completing gta 4 storymode now im playing the lost and damned

PS3 is an awesome system. The original models can last longer if you don't let it overheat. Keep it in an open area. Also, you can stick a couple mini fans in the back blowing cool air into it. That helps as well.

Man...I remember having the 80 Gb PS3 and upgraded to the slim. The 80 played every type of video file (mkv was new at the time) and could read all memory devices! It did it all! I miss it! I'm 43...

Super slim is underrated. I've had disc eject issues with my original ps3 and a slim I bought later. I bought the Super Slim and haven't looked back

That 60 gb model is looking minty👏🏼

Glad to see so much love for the PS3. I loved played Star Wars The Force Unleashed, DBZ Raging Blast 2, Black Ops, Killzone 3 and inFamous the most

PSA: dont forget to replace the CMOS Battery. The CBOMB still exists so when the battery dies you lose all your digital content. So buy physical only

Just got mafia 2 thanks to your recommendation for $7 today 👍

You’re doing gods work with your videos man, really enjoy them

I impulse bought a PS3 super slim earlier this year and I already have 40 games. Honestly I haven't had this much fun in years!

I've recently found your channel and let me tell you, respectable Basement Dude, your content is BEYOND enjoyable, retro content such as this and comparisons with current gen, your sense of humour, excellent!!! 😂, I'm really grateful that I've found you, keep up the fantastic videos! 👍👍👍

Just picked up a silver slim one and bought a new six axis and ds3, I’m 29 and so excited to play my ps3 😅

Subscribed this guy is my new favorite Video game discussion channel no fake dramatic effects just some guy like his voicing his own thoughts😊😊

I like your videos I’m very thankful to have grown up with Xbox 360, ps2,3,4 and back to Xbox series S Nothing beats the classics

Games in Ireland for ps3 are at an all time low-great times.ps2 creeping up

So, erm... I spent too much on ps1 games again. I have also now started collecting ps3 games apparently, I had a good pic up at a boot sale this week, a box of ps3 games.

This channel deserves more attention 😮

Awesome Video and Channel. Glad that you love LA Noire so much. Played it a second time just a few Months ago. Loved it still

Bro, changing the thermal paste is an absolute must if you want that bad boy to last, as well as a thorough but gentle cleaning. You could pay to have it done, otherwise parking it up is wise. However, that won't halt the degradation of the thermal paste. Love the videos, keep 'em comin'.

Would love a video like this about PS2 as well! Greetings from Hungary!🙂

Im glad you mentioned the slim. It is the most reliable model and the most recent one they produced it was in production until like 2017. So lots in circulation. I would only get an OG model for Back compat or Nostalga sakes.

1st for once, and I love both your content & style. Oh and ofc ❤ for everything Ps3!

BG, you’re convincing me to dedicate some time to the ps3!

I remember the shooting mechanics and the ragdolling of the enemies in Killzone 2 been next level. Really satisfying gameplay.

I bought a PS3 recently along with 20 games. A handful of them were games I played as a kid & the rest were either Top Selling PS3 games or games in a series I played

Great work bro !!!

Man you are funny 😂love the channel keep it going!!

The PS3 Slim is my fav I bought one last year I’ve collecting rare games like Lollipop Chainsaw, Alice Madness Returns, Metal Gear Rising, Puppeteer. So much fun with this system

I own the 500GB superslim model of the PS3 and aside from the console overheating and almost exploding on rare occasions, I had no problems with the coneole since that day. I still play games on it & I'm having fun.

My favourite PS3 RU-vidr ❤😊❤

I've gone back to my ps3 and just bought a PS3D TV .Now I'm enjoying all the 3d enhanced games that I never did before

I still have my 80 gig ps3 from 2008. I’m paranoid to use it though after she’s been ylod twice but I try to turn it on at least once a year just to be safe it still works lol. Mostly a display piece now, such a good looking system.

Bro, your dry canuck sense on humor kills me!! lmfao Love your content & PS3 is my favorite system, I have been telling anyone who will listen for years.

The Walking Dead A telltale games series is a must have PS3 game the story is amazing

I happen to agree with most of what you have been saying, i like your videos, we should be friends!

Straight to the point.

Another great video.

Great video!!!!

Have you tried Enslaved and Dante’s Inferno. Love your channel

I have the PS3 super slim. Got it as a Christmas present in 2013. It came as a bundle with FIFA 14 and Uncharted. I don't recall how much storage it has but I know it's a lot!

Love this guy's humour despite looking so serious at the same time.

I have a slim 2501b. It accepted cfw 9.01! You should mod it so you can turn your fan speed up. Super easy follow Blaine, locker or Mr. Mario. Modded warfare. Super simple bro. You can back up your games to the hard drive too. SSD1 terabyte. You can also use up to a 2 TB.External hard drive to back games up. You can always go back to normal operating system at any time. It's not permanent. I back up my games to the hard drive.I don't pirate them...

Interesting video. You got a new sub. I've basically come to terms that my launch model won't last forever. I will use it and enjoy it anyway. It's not like I have two later fats, three slims and two super slims.... I have a problem...

PS3 FAT Black Piano is masterpiece ❤

Dude, you started something big.

Hey Basement Gamer. Nice 2 see u, and ur vids. Please buy PlayStation 3d display - nice thing, i think u like it so much!

Ps3 graphics look great to me. Awesome video

THANKS MAN

Changing the thermal paste doesn't change it from being stock still. Thermal paste goes bad. It gets old and brittle. Basically, each time you turn it on for the day the thermal paste is dry inside and has to warm up to actually start working again which means the chips get hotter than normal during that period and then the paste when fully warmed up still isn't as conducive to cooling as it once was. You should definitely consider changing the thermal paste like changing the oil in your car. At some point it needs to be done for the longevity of your system.

For those looking to buy a PS3, you should check on hacking options for each model. Older models can have custom firmware and can play more retro games. PS3 Slim uses PS3HEN and can play backups of PS3 games but is limited when it comes to other retro options. I’m very happy with it as I play retro games on my Odin and Vita. Happy gaming!

Love this video

Legendary video

that spiderman logo and the phat ps3 has the appeal of a time capsule to me

gotta try THE DARKNESS 2, awesome story and awesome gameplay

The ps3 is the first console I’ve ever used not including the Wii, and it’s amazing

I was lucky, I found my old save on my PS3 where I had all the DLC bought, All License Tests, Special conditions completed, Chromeline Cars, Stealth Cars, Academy Cars, The Kart 125SPL and Toyota FT-86 II, Gamestop Camry, Edge Camaro and the Chromeline XJ13, the rare Yellow Ford GT LM Spec II and the PSP import cars in the unique PSP exlusive colours dunno how I got the Gamestop Camry and Edge Camaro as they are US exclusives some kind of glitch or overwrite. All my DLC is real too, not some type of hybrid save hack thing that I heard about... I totally forgot all about my save after all these years, it was amazing to come across again... so much nostalgia... so glad I created it and had it stored all these years also got Gran Turismo 6 and all the DLC for it and also Mercenraries 2. god the good old days.

Was always an Xbox person still have my 360 n series x but gotten the ps5 n 3 to play the exclusives I missed out. Love both Sony n Microsoft each console has their ups and downs. Really enjoying the killzone series atm.

And bam i buy it today 😅 loved it

You’ll have to pick up vanquish if you haven’t already tried it. Dirt showdown is a great racer along with burnout paradise. A few other notable pick ups are killer is dead, fist of the North Star, and ace combat horizon

Urs is loud because it MAY be reaching its end UNLESS u get it cleaned internally and the thermal pads and paste replaced. My cecha01 60 that ive had since 07 is as quiet as my ps4 pro, maybe quieter. It was loud as you said, and after I replaced the pads and paste its like new. Love ur ps3 people!

All you have to do is make sure it has fresh thermal paste, upgrade the to the 19 blade fan, and make sure you have the APS-226 power adapter inside which draws less power and runs cooler, and clean it real good inside

I think you would like "neverdead" too,its for ps3 and graphics its decent too,gameplay its intersting too

Ps3 to me is probably better than xbox 360 the simple fact that you can play other region ps3 disc games on it makes it that much better!

One game i recommend for the PS3 is Blur. Highly underrated

I love the PS3 so much I have 3 launch models.

Here is one for you Kevin, Vanquish is one of my favorite third person shooter games for the PS3. Should be pretty cheap as well.

PS3 is the best and so are you bro !!!

Got me one with some games for a good price around October and am about to start it on. Sadly ima need a splitter for my hdmi to connect it to my elgato to play without changing my monitor settings 😮‍💨

Phenomenal !

10k+ wow look at you growing the channel or something

my old ps3 slim overheated so i bought a new one with new thermal paste and delided. ended up buying time crisis gun and ps move gun. also had to get 2 refurbished ps3 controllers. the price went down alot recently. used to be around $60 got 2 for $40. been playing army of 2 and resistence 3.

Would you ever make Xbox 360 vids? Just curious as I just got one! The ps3 is awesome tho

I bought a fat PS3 last Sunday on the 4th a 80GB model, already swapped in my 500/8GB SSHD and CFW and installed the 60FPS Mario 64 port I buying another one next week and will keep it legit/HEN and a third one for OtherOS/Linux

I think the fact the original is so big and bulky is what makes it look so good

I have always enjoyed Shadows of the Damned. Great underrated game. Just found out recently to that they are working on a remaster. 🎉

PS3 for life im currently playing battlefield 3 🙂

bro you got to change that paste and clean out the dust, the paste is probably so dry and making your ps3 run at 70 Celsius or higher, that's why your fan is going crazy. I changed my paste, and it was life changing.

Idk why but “hey how was your sleep” took me out 😭

Basement Gamer i have a question 😂 Can i put all the components of a ps3 fat 60gb launch model into a gutted ps3 slim?

I still have my PS3 slim I bought back in the day, a 320GB model. I recently upgraded it to a SSD and replaced the thermal paste and it's just amazing. MGS4 has amazing graphics, I dare to say they even look better than the PS5. Also FYI, the PS3 was the last console to be able to support RGB, Component, and S video...S VIDEO!!! HDMI was just a plus at that time. You can still surf the web and download themes for it too.

The PS3 is such a great system but the only games i have for mine are its exclusives, thankfully it has some amazing exclusives. Everything else i have (multi platform titles) i have for my Xbox 360.

Picked my ps3 phat up by trading an xbox 360 and some games for it. person didnt know what they had but wanted an xbox 360 for their kid. they got a ton of games to. upgraded the hardrive first thing and had a buddy clean it good

Love my slim model. I have a 1TB ssd in mine. Does it make it faster? Slightly. But it is quieter and uses less power and is probably more reliable. Relatively easy upgrade.

The super slim did fix the issue of discs getting stuck. I think that was the reason behind the slide cover

My PS3 slim that I've had since 2009 just died on me recently. PLEASE change the thermal paste 😭 it's not hard to do I promise. Saying you want to keep the parts original is like saying you want to keep your cars oil the same.

Just bought one last week. Metal Gear Solid

I have the original 80GB model. Plus PS2 discs.