[Help] Advise needed on RPG game and console

I need some advise on what RPG game and console to buy next.
I've been thinking of buying a PS3, I've read that the last version Slim is not backward compatible (able to play PS2 games, what a shame)
Only that PS3 40GB and 60GB are, but those are not produced anymore.
I've also thought of Xbox360, but I'm not sure of that.
It all comes down to which console has the best RPG games.

What I'm looking for in a game is pretty much what you see in Final Fantasy IX.
I've been thinking of buying FFXIII, but it doesn't appeal to me that much. After reading the reviews that it's rather linear and the leveling up system reminds my of FFX. I did not like that.

Another game I read some reviews of too was Yakuza 3.
It's more beat the crap out of people, but still big world.

Some of my favorite games:
1. Final Fantasy IX (PS1)
Great story, music, mini-games, exploring a big world
2. Final Fantasy VII (PS1)
Same as FFIX, but personally I like FFIX a little bit more
3. Secret of Mana (SNES)
4. The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (SNES)
5. Star Ocean 3: Til the End of Time

Could also add that I'm from Sweden.

Jam it back in, in the dark.

Originally Posted by Da Trich TERMINATOR

The PS3 has Valkyria Chronicles, Demon's Souls, Folklore, and 3D Dot Game Heroes coming out in May.

If you're looking for something on 360/PS3 similar to FF IX then I suppose Vesperia fits that the closest. Aside from the totally different battle system it has a nice world map, tons of side quests, and you learn abilities from weapons like in IX. Same with how you learn abilities in Lost Odyssey from what I remember.

Thank you everyone for you suggestions.
Tales of Vesperia sounds interesting. Haven't found it for PS3 in Sweden though.

There's nowhere I can't reach.

Originally Posted by Da Trich TERMINATOR

Oh, I didn't mean that it was multi-console. As far as I know Vesperia is only out on PS3 in Japan with no announcement of an NTSC or PAL version yet.

Okay, all I can do is wait and see. Or buy Xbox 360.
From Wikipedia:
As of January 27th, 2010 Namco Bandai Games said it has currently 'no plans' to release this port outside of Japan[13], however it should be noted that Namco Bandai had said the same about Eternal Sonata for the PS3[14] only to be released months later. In addition, anecdotal evidence has arisen that indicates a Western localization is imminent. Voice actor Troy Baker has stated the English cast has already begun recording additional dialogue required for the port[15]. The Tales of Vesperia PS3 demo was released July 13, 2009 in the Japan PSN store.

How ya doing, buddy?

I've decided to go with Xbox360, cheap than PS3, and I can get FFXIII if I'd like to.
PC games isn't of interest for me. It's like playing Russian roulette, "May it works, maybe it won't". That's one of the main reasons I stick with console.
WoW is the only exception that I now and then play to pass time.

I am a dolphin, do you want me on your body?