Expensive for a game console, but a great bargain for a console plus a Blu-ray Disc player, the PS3 is worth the wait.

Integrated Blu-ray slot drive, Stunning graphics and HDMI output

Pricey if Blu-ray movie playback not needed, HDMI or component cables not included

Game console system doubles as a great Blu-ray Disc player, too.

Inexpensive Blu-ray player

Image quality falls flat, Remote costs extra

Nevertheless, the PS3 remains quite a deal if you want to play high-def Blu-ray movies and aren't wedded to getting a stand-alone home-theater-style device. Even factoring in the cost of the remote, you're getting a versatile, reasonably priced Blu-ray Di...

Improved high-def movie playback and bolstered specs--including HDMI--highlight Microsoft's newest version of its popular game console.

Large (120GB) hard drive, HDMI 1.2 connector

Lacks integrated high-def disc player

.") The inclusion of the 120GB hard drive, HDMI, and full 1080p support may make this console pricey, but it's also a far more attractive option than its predecessor

The Wii game console is a big winner, starting with its innovative, crowd-pleasing controller.

Innovative controller, Lets you download games from old consoles

No music CD or DVD movie playback, Graphics not as good as those on PS3 or Xbox 360

Our reviewer takes the PS3 out for an extended test drive and says the wait for the game console was worth it.

The portable gaming device is finally available, and looks to be worth the wait.