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These Geek Squad refurbished PS4 deals stand out for cheap entry into console gaming, especially the 1TB Slim and PS4 Pro models. The consoles can be jailbroken on older firmware, and the Pro gets extra interest for modding, smoother performance, and better headroom in some games. The bundle usually includes a controller and cables, and the system can double as a Blu-ray player. The main drawback is inconsistent fulfillment and condition, with wrong models, scratched units, and garage-sale-level wear showing up often. It is a better fit if you value low-cost hardware and can check the box before leaving.
Players wanting a cheap console for jailbreak tinkering, because the Pro has better patch compatibility and extra headroom for performance tweaks.
Yes, many of these PS4s can be modded, and firmware matters a lot. GoldHEN-based jailbreaks were reported working on firmware versions like 9.60, 12.00, 13.02, and 13.52, while newer firmware may not be jailbreakable yet.
The Slim is the cheaper pick and can be a better value if you just want a console, while the Pro offers smoother performance and more headroom for mods and patches. The Pro is also the better choice if you want extra compatibility for jailbreak tweaks or faster-paced games, but the Slim can be enough if you plan to use an external drive or just want to save money.
Units are listed in Good condition, but some arrived heavily used with scratches, missing labels, or beat-up controllers, while others looked fine. Included accessories commonly mentioned were a controller, HDMI cable, power cable, and micro-USB cable, though cable types and controller condition varied by unit.
Not always. Orders for a 1TB Slim or Pro have arrived as a different PS4 model or even a 500GB unit, while some buyers received the exact console they ordered. It's worth checking the box before leaving or opening a return/exchange if the model or storage is wrong.
Yes. Buyers reported getting exchanges handled in-store or through chat, with Best Buy sending a replacement and a return label or keeping the returned unit and reshipping another one. Shipping an exchange can cost extra if you switch from pickup to delivery.
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Great console. Sony really turned things around with the PS4. Great library, good price. It might be Sony's best or second best console after the PS2. One other thing that made this generation stand out was how much was remastered from the PS2 and PS3 era. With the PS3, unless you got the earlier, expensive backwards compatible models (I had one and got the notorious YLOD), you were often stuck never being able to play PS2 era games unless you had a PS2. PS4 generation really upped the remaster catalog making it almost pointless to have backwards compatibility or an old PS2/PS3 lying around for a lot of people. The only game that I wanted that I remember not being able to play was MGS4. I only regret I didn't play more when I was able to really enjoy playing guilt free more often.
Thanks, OP. Just bought the PlayStation 4 Slim 1TB, and came out to $102 (after using $5 GC I had lying around). Been wanting my own system for a while, as kids won't share the PS5.
Great console. Sony really turned things around with the PS4. Great library, good price. It might be Sony's best or second best console after the PS2. One other thing that made this generation stand out was how much was remastered from the PS2 and PS3 era. With the PS3, unless you got the earlier, expensive backwards compatible models (I had one and got the notorious YLOD), you were often stuck never being able to play PS2 era games unless you had a PS2. PS4 generation really upped the remaster catalog making it almost pointless to have backwards compatibility or an old PS2/PS3 lying around for a lot of people. The only game that I wanted that I remember not being able to play was MGS4. I only regret I didn't play more when I was able to really enjoy playing guilt free more often.
I almost agree. But the PSX will always be king to me.Along with Wipeout 2097
Nice! Ive been wanting a PS4 for awhile and have casually browsed marketplace and such. But the convenience of just getting one shipped and being able to return if there is a problem is a huge pro versus rolling the dice.
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Genuinely a great deal if you want to get into games and not spend a lot, maybe tough out the next three years of insane prices. Hundreds of games available under $10 even, and possible to crack if you want to pirate I guess. it's not even dead yet - new games are still coming, though a lot less. It's even a good Blu-ray player and streaming box too.
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And with prev gen, external hds are perfectly fine, you don't need the 1TB console.
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These Geek Squad refurbished PS4 deals stand out for cheap entry into console gaming, especially the 1TB Slim and PS4 Pro models. The consoles can be jailbroken on older firmware, and the Pro gets extra interest for modding, smoother performance, and better headroom in some games. The bundle usually includes a controller and cables, and the system can double as a Blu-ray player. The main drawback is inconsistent fulfillment and condition, with wrong models, scratched units, and garage-sale-level wear showing up often. It is a better fit if you value low-cost hardware and can check the box before leaving.
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