The Sony PlayStation Portable, popularly known as PSP, was a very popular handheld video game console back in its prime. With up to 5 models, the console is part of the pioneers of handheld gaming consoles with the ability to play ‘video’ games.
Though the PSP is discontinued, and new generation handheld consoles like the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck have taken over, it's still worth it if you want a nostalgic feeling and bring back memories. Or maybe you want to experience it as a newbie, good as well. In this post, I will let you know the price of a PlayStation Portable game console in Nigeria. Lean on me, I've got you covered.
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WHAT IS A PSP?
A PSP (PlayStation Portable) is a handheld video game console/machine by Sony Computer Entertainment. The PSP is a pocket and outdoor gaming device with gaming portability just as the name says.
The PSP was first released on the 11th of December, 2004 and was discontinued in January of 2014. The PSP comes in 5 models which are the PSP 1000, 2000, 3000, PSP Go and PSP Street. It follows the PocketStation as its successor.
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QUICK SPECIFICATIONS OF THE PSP
See some interesting specifications of the PSP below:
OPERATING SYSTEM: PlayStation Portable System Software
MEMORY: 32mb/64mb
STORAGE: Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Pro Duo etc.
DISPLAY: 4.3 inch and 3.8 inches (PSP Go Only)
CPU: 222–333 MHz MIPS R4000
SOUND: Stereo speakers, mono speaker (PSP-E1000), microphone (PSP-3000, PSP Go), 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Read full specifications on Wikipedia.
PSP PRICE IN NIGERIA
I did some research on Jiji and Facebook marketplace and came up with a price estimate. A brand new PSP game console costs between N110k-N120k depending on the PSP model/type.
Note: This is an estimated price gotten from the search results I found from different vendors on these marketplaces. Price may be lower or higher, but will revolve around the mentioned price above.
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THE LOCALLY/FOREIGN USED MARKET
Also, keep in mind that you may find it hard to buy a new PSP console as they were discontinued a long time ago and are probably out of stock. That's where used PSP consoles come in. Used PSP consoles cost between N60k-N75k as seen on Jiji.
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WHERE TO BUY
The best places to buy a PSP game machine are online marketplaces like Jiji and Facebook marketplace. This is because you get to see sellers near you, have a chat with them and negotiate prices further before going to make a purchase.
So yes, take a tour on Jiji and Facebook marketplace to know where you can get a PSP game console for yourself.
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HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR PSP GAME CONSOLE
Here's how you can maintain your PSP console for it to last long.
1. Regular cleaning: Cleaning your console helps keep it free of dirt that will affect it later. I'm not talking about the water type of cleaning, you can simply dust or wipe it regularly or simply blow to remove dust particles.
2. Charging: When your console gets completely charged, please unplug it from charging to save battery life, some PSP models have non removable and non replaceable batteries.
3. Keeping your console in a safe place is something everybody should know without telling them.
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PSP STATISTICS
Units Sold: 80-82 Million
Units Shipped: 82.52 Million
Best Selling Game(s): GTA: Liberty City Stories And GTA: Vice City Stories
Source: Wikipedia
CONCLUSION
Having known the prices of a PlayStation Portable game console, I hope you can make a decision for yourself, will you go ahead to buy or go for another gaming console? It is your choice to make.
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FAQS
Q. How much is a PSP game console in Nigeria?
A. PSP game consoles in Nigeria cost around N110k-N120k for a new one and N60k-N75k for a used one.
Q. What is the full meaning of PSP?
A. The full meaning of the PSP is ‘PlayStation Portable’.