Sony’s highly-anticipated PlayStation 4 from has finally reached our shore and it tagged along a few accessories for a more immersive gaming experience.
The grand launch also marks the start of retail of the PlayStation 4 in the country. The basic package (console + controller) costs Php24,999, and an additional two grand will get you a PS Camera along with the PS4. You can also opt for a console + game bundle and choose between Killzone: Shadow Fall (Php26,899) or Battlefield 4 (Php27,399).
To further sweeten the deal, Sony Philippines is throwing an additional 1-year warranty on top of the of the standard warranty if you purchase the console at their booth located at the Glorietta Activity Center from today until tomorrow.
If you can’t make it to their booth, we were told that the PlayStation will only be available at select Sony Centers locate around Metro Manila, Cebu, CDO, Davao and Pampanga. Sadly, a Sony representative also told us that stocks are limited, so the sooner you can get your hands on of these units, the better.
In addition to their new console, Sony Philippines has also launched a handful of additional gears to go along with the PlayStation 4. This includes the new Dualshock 4 controller (Php3,399) which comes in Black, Red and Blue, a DualShock Charging dock and a fancy head-mounted display called HMZ-T3W which costs Php49,999 and is said to be available in April or May.
I think the PS3 has been the worst piece of consumer electronics I’ve ever owned, so I’m planning to pass on the PS4.
I had my PS3 repaired 3 times. First, the lens died. Replaced the lens. Then the YLOD (yellow light of death). Had it reballed. Then the jet-engine sounding fan after the reballing. Repaired again a 3rd time. And finally, another YLOD. No more repairs, it’s not worth it.