Isn't a PSP like $100 right now? I sure don't feel the need to upgrade to a Vita yet either.
Terrible Move, besides Kingdom Hearts and Crisis Core (that's operated by the way) you can get most game digitally on Vita. Not only do PSP games look way better on the OLED screen, you have access to Vita games and full remote play if you get a PS4. If you also plant to get PSN+ you are also missing out on free Vita games. You can get a Vita really cheap used.
PSP games are dirt cheap physically and some (for instance me) hate digital distribution and only want their games physically. I don't agree this is a bad decision.
If you're fine with the tech the PSP offers and want a good amount of PSP games, you will probably end up at a better overall price if you buy PSP and the games you want for it now, as well as a Vita later on when you're done with your PSP games.Normally I'm in the "give me the physical game" camp when it comes to consoles, but I'll be damned if it isn't infinitely more convenient on a portable to simply have it all preloaded. But if you're truly budgeting it up and can live with the ghosting screen and lack of indie and Vita titles, it's a fine console, good even.
So I'm actually really considering getting a PS Vita after the price drop. Which version do you guys suggest. Keep in mind I have never owned a handheld...ever.
If you're fine with the tech the PSP offers and want a good amount of PSP games, you will probably end up at a better overall price if you buy PSP and the games you want for it now, as well as a Vita later on when you're done with your PSP games.
That's what I just said. Maybe my pronoun usage threw you off? I'm saying if you're wanting portable gaming on the cheap, the PSP will serve you great since the used UMD's are at rock bottom pricing.
Here's what i have on my Vita right now:
I really wish that Star Ocean would be available on PSN.