The Ultimate PS3 Buying Guide In 2024

Playstation 3 is becoming the console of choice the last few years. Today I will be discussing everything PS3, from best games to best consoles, controllers, to online still being playable for a lot of games.
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:03 PS3 Consoles
9:41 Controllers
13:27 The Games
24:31 Online
26:15 Outro

[@BasementGamerYT]

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...

[@Agent-mb1xx]

You can but it needs HEN and a few steps or just convert them as PKG and cross fingers

[@lcsjb0552]

Bro you the actor who played Aiden Pearce right I know that's you bro you look just like him bro it's you also I loved your MLB the show 21 videos

[@show013speedy]

It’s specifically a handful of phat ps3 models even some 80gb models have the back compatability specifically everything down to cechExx models if anyone is interested in learning more about this type of thing rip felix has some good videos on the matter

[@lcsjb0552]

@@show013speedy don't comment here or I will touch you inappropriately

[@extrasalt9053]

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

[@tacos4419]

100% agree. So many great games and back when you didn't have to pay in order to play multiplayer. And splitscreen was still alive.

[@CassandraPantaristi]

There's great games that came out before that, like Folklore which came out in 2007.

[@iBMcFly]

1999-2014 is the best era…was mid before and after.

[@Vivi_9]

​@@iBMcFlysome of the greatest games of all time came out before 99 so not quite

[@iBMcFly]

@@Vivi_9 yeah some of, but the golden era of video games occurred during the years I mentioned…so “more” of the greatest games of all time came out in that period than any other.

[@tubularcandy812]

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

[@MioMate187]

I sold my original ps3 because I was a poor student, yesterday I bought a ps3 slim for 50bugs again, because ps3 is the greatest console ever. But I'm a bit said I didn't have the sexy original fat model, but I was too afraid of buying a 18 jear old consol.

[@Leonard_Washington76]

I got to get mines fixed. Disc drive went out.

[@Mudslinger-qr8df]

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.

[@wotanmituns33]

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

[@harman950]

PS3 game library > PS5 game library.

[@thelastofus2872]

​@@harman950Ps3 media capability > Ps5 media capability

[@noahboat580]

I can play test drive: eve of destruction on my first gen ps3, unlike the ps5. Really i use my ps3 as an upscaled ps2, and i wouldnt have to worry about memory card corruptions 😂

[@K.oShaud]

It actually kind of is. When I first saw videos about the PS3 about in around summer 2021 I was like "isn't that thing like too outdated" until I actually played on it again at my grandads house, that was my uncles system I had alot of fun with it playing black ops 2 & cod ghosts. I was also playing midnight club LA and I was Hella invested into it more then I've been into any game in a long time. I played LA Noire on my cousins ps3 super slim a while back in December 2021 and it was fun. Not a thing felt outdated about it at all for me. I played ps3 before that too with my little cousins in 2013,14,15,16,&17 over there house. Games like Minecraft, lbp3, and I remember watching my little cousin play God of war once

[@kevincampbell989]

Dude the military used PS3s back in the day as super computers due to the processing power they had so yea I'd say they are cutting edge.

[@bobidybilly]

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!

[@pastandcurrent]

Modern gaming has had the soul sucked out of it , PS3 and backwards the games are a lot more fun to play, modern gaming is too focused on trying to milk us all and online play Wich a lot of time isn't as fun as single player or split screen due to the toxic and cheating nature of people , cod is a great example , it's just people sitting in corners sniping , takes the fun out of what should be a great game .

[@CassandraPantaristi]

PS3 and 7th gen in general really was that sweet spot where we got great single player games, great games with multiplayer online, and great games with local multiplayer. I wish the gaming industry stuck to this way of doing things. Gaming was great during this time. With 8th gen, online multiplayer has killed off local multiplayer, games just aren't fun to play, and there's little to no passion in creating modern games besides in the indie scene.

[@JoaoPaulo-lr6wh]

Prices UP

[@nazarjuna]

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

[@TheSwanKnight]

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.

[@ThreeNeedles]

Same here, never bought another console after my 60gb PS3 died in 2014. Tempted to buy a used PS3 slim and some games including resistance.

[@RobertStevenson-uy9sj]

PS4 was a let down. I have one and only ever liked fallout 4 goty and red dead 2. The library sucked it was mainly remasters from this gen haha

[@FarmerSlideJoeBob]

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

[@bentbooster012]

PS3 is becoming my favorite console and you are beginning to be my favorite KZbinr !!

[@BasementGamerYT]

thank you for the kind words

[@pastandcurrent]

I still have to say the PS2 and PS1 , some of those games are ridiculously fun but do look a bit shoddy lol

[@TwoGendersOnly]

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.

[@verbalkint1770]

Nice!

[@seriousstevegaming2090]

Hell yeah I got about 50 games for 360, going to build more of a collection for PS3 soon barely have like 30 physical copy games 😂

[@scpnoobers]

@@seriousstevegaming209030 is a ton in my eyes, I barely have 6

[@Crashed131963]

I bought a used disc of Horizon Forbidden West for $10 from a bargain bin at a pawnshop . 🙂

[@xypaola]

wow i know mgs legacy collection is rare! lucky :)

[@cultivatedgamer]

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.

[@thebatman5852]

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

[@BasementGamerYT]

gta 4 the greatest ever

[@jisgo]

​@@BasementGamerYTno wonder why u look like Niko 💀

[@GhibliNova]

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

[@shanenice5380]

I didn't know that

[@shanenice5380]

I remember those ps1 games 5.99 classic.good thing I have my physical games

[@Lunaria.Praesentia]

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! 👍👍👍

[@ANDREWjkl1]

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.

[@cosmonaut9087]

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

[@pk1031]

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

[@shadowaussie1012]

Ireland Republic of Ireland allowed manhunt to be available on psn and phyical copy but the pussy UK version still have it removed same as Australia. I'm going to download manhunt Ireland edition 🎉

[@pk1031]

That 60 gb model is looking minty👏🏼

[@conway6318]

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

[@RobertStevenson-uy9sj]

Just a tip to anyone getting a ps3. Watch tutorials on how to take it apart, change the thermal paste and thermal pads ! Recently done it with my ps3 slim 2004b model. I spread gd900 thermal over cpu and gpu and then i put in new 2mm thermal pads to replace old ones. Runs way way way better!.

[@thisheavyvoid]

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!

[@biojui1]

What games did you enjoy the most? I just bought a ps3 super slim myself too :)

[@maalikserebryakov]

@@biojui1dragon ball battle of z lol

[@TravelFootagePorLaFamilia]

That’s so good to hear. I ordered one yesterday!!

[@AnotherNormalYorkshireman]

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.

[@DevicCypher]

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

[@SalvatoreANapoli]

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 😅

[@dial3ctric327]

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

[@JCpNK]

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

[@SteamStratege0505]

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

[@kevinnguyen3389]

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

[@ninjashep5264]

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

[@istriver.]

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

[@LeonAvalos]

he's got that Aubrey Plaza rizz going on, I see it

[@raintempest]

Just had this recommended to me after buying a japanese FF13 edition PS3 slim and it's beautiful. I'm already lining up another one 😂I think I've picked up every game you recommended here and I can definitely recommend them myself. I kinda regret getting my PS5 not gonna lie so to go back and play all of the bangers on PS3 is so nice, you just don't see it these days. Peak gaming era. Makes me really wanna go hard on PS3 collecting. Great video man!

[@luisrodriguez-dl9tp]

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

[@valentinzivkovic3640]

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

[@bad4urhealth1990]

This channel deserves more attention 😮

[@RetroRangerReviews88]

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

[@istvanpolgar5141]

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

[@wowwhataworld.9590]

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'.

[@jaybutton3004]

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

[@johnorr4044]

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

[@kevincampbell989]

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.

[@TomWright91]

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

[@Positivecutz]

Great work bro !!!

[@SirStuckey]

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

[@Grawbad]

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.

[@flrpitflrp1965]

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

[@Aceboy270]

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.

[@seriousstevegaming2090]

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!

[@matiasjauhojarvi9551]

Another great video.

[@windman95]

My favourite PS3 KZbinr ❤😊❤

[@Datcyd3]

Great video!!!!

[@popsdadOg]

Straight to the point.

[@anthonydonato4896]

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.

[@bar7381]

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

[@Asaylum117]

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.

[@aaronkemp7789]

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!

[@Hammiru]

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...

[@andycrowe2849]

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

[@NickyG_vz]

Ps3 graphics look great to me. Awesome video

[@Rhork77]

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

[@jeremyaicher678]

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...

[@morozmaximus]

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

[@Styxus.]

gotta try THE DARKNESS 2, awesome story and awesome gameplay

[@furlonb3]

The first one is amazing too. Between the ww1 nightmare levels and the overall story, it’s amazing

[@vagnernunes8021]

PS3 FAT Black Piano is masterpiece ❤

[@harrybalzahk]

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!

[@jisgo]

THANKS MAN

[@PHILLIPAYx]

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.

[@Joker98762]

Love this video

[@christianhojas4787]

Dude, you started something big.

[@robinson32993]

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

[@robinson32993]

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

[@exil13n]

And bam i buy it today 😅 loved it

[@Bulbasore]

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 😮‍💨

[@DoubleTGameHustle]

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

[@Itseasymmmkayyy]

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

[@anarchychef2216]

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!

[@ashkondadban5938]

Legendary video

[@redfirefox3568]

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

[@janmelich2343]

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

[@LittleNinjaXYBA]

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

[@S1mL1fe]

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

[@Crayon_Eater_02]

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.

[@lxs077]

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.

[@kryptonkandor]

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

[@Bird-Birdy-Love]

The Best games are also the most common games, that is why they are so cheap as you can find them everywhere and uncharted or the last of us have been remastered both on ps4 and ps5 so it keeps the prices low but it does not diminish how good they are.

[@MrJuicymushrooms]

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.

[@adampatterson2682]

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.

[@erivon2234]

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

[@gabetinsley4540]

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.

[@itwasyeager]

If you happen to see this, what monitor do you use for gameplay?

[@brettanderson6743]

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.

[@NFSBeast2365]

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

[@bodybycalithenics5198]

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

[@wiskin88]

For the love of Cheesus, please play Puppeteer. Top tier PS3 game that never really got the love it deserved. Was an exclusive and hasn’t been ported or had a sequel to this day.

[@Agent-mb1xx]

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

[@curlyheadmax6479]

Where did you buy your ps3 from?

[@Agent-mb1xx]

@@curlyheadmax6479 pawn shop

[@CRACKBONE7317]

So, in the case of the 40gb CECHG01 model, is there really any other way to prevent the system from dying than just changing the thermal paste? I want the system to last for as long as possible, you know? Thank you! Yours in Christ, Tristen Wittman

[@CuztomStiiks]

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

[@JCDRICO]

I still have my original mgs ps3. Would like to get the thermolpaste redone but scared to have done especially since no issues with the console.

[@wingedassassin9999]

I think at this point it might be worth more investing into a good pc than collecting retro stuff. Ps3 emulation is getting really good and ps1 and 2 emulation is pretty much flawless even on a cheap as hell pc

[@wuppino.]

One note about the controller: if you don't want to play with a PS3 controller you can use a PS4 controller with the PS3 (connected by cable). Wireless use you need the firmware update 4.60. I use this possibility for years because I can't play with the clunky PS3 controller anymore...😅