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PS2: Peripherals
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Peripherals:
 
      Currently there are only two official peripherals for the PlayStation2, however we will add any new items that are officially announced over the next few weeks.
 
Image loading...Dual Shock 2 (Joypad):
 
      With the exception of the "start" and "select" buttons, all the functions of the Dual Shock 2 are analog, making for a wider variety of user operations and a more compelling interactive experience.

The Dual Shock 2 is also backward compatible with original "Dual Shock" analog controller. 

        Product Name:           "Dual Shock"2 Analog Controller
        
        Product Ref:            SCPH - 10020
        
        Suggested Price:        3,500 Yen (Tax not included)
        
        Available:              (Japan)  March 4, 2000
                                (USA)    Fall 2000
                                (Europe) Fall 2000

 
Memory Card (Storage Device):
 
Image loading...       The new memory card has a storage capacity of 8MB of data, and a data transfer rate up to 250 times faster than the current memory card. In the interests of data security for potential future network applications, the memory card incorporates the authentication and encryption security system, "MagicGate." 
   
        Product Name:           Memory Card (8MB)
        
        Product Ref:            SCPH - 10010
        
        Suggested Price:        3,500 Yen (Tax not included)
        
        Available:              (Japan)  March 4, 2000
                                (USA)    Fall 2000
                                (Europe) Fall 2000



 
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