Well MLB, probably speaking from bias, i'd recommend a PS2, but hey there are some kick ass games on it. MGS2, GTA3, Gran Turismo 3 A Spec, Silent Hill 2, Resident Evil code Veronica.
But seeing as your a "mooching Student" Gamecube might be the best option as its dirt cheap compared to Xbox, and PS2.
So i dunno really? PS2 is cool though! :approve: