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[SpleenBeGone]

Not as much as you can cheat on PC games. >.>

I have bought quite a few old console games from gamecrazy though.

[LD50]

you can do the same for consoles

but i figured since we were discussing actually buying them, i'd bring it up >.>

[SpleenBeGone]

Yeah, no it's nice to buy used.

[Zashiki_Warashi]

I'm just now seeing this thread! Thanks for starting it!

Anyhow, the last time I ever had a gaming console was when I had a Sega Genesis and the game Sonic The Hedgehog. That was way back in nineties when I was a kid.

Since then, I've periodically played random games when relatives would come down for the holidays and bring their consoles, but I haven't owned a console since I was a kid.

But, I would like to own a console now and get started back up in gaming. Which one should I buy? What games should I start out with first?

Who is who and what is what in the gaming industry?

Confusion abounds........

[SpleenBeGone]

From what I've read in this so far, the PS3 is the current way to go. Almost all xbox games are available either on the ps3 or pc.

[LD50]

none of the current generation consoles are a bad choice. they all have their pros/cons. as i've said before, the types of games you're into play a major factor into which you should pick up. always, ALWAYS, look at exclusive lists to help make a decision. i also suggest controller comfort (go to a store with kiosks up to play demos) since this will be your first console in a long time.


i feel less badly about my shitty gamecube now, though >.>

[Zashiki_Warashi]

^What are these "exclusive lists" you speak of?

[LD50]

something like http://en.wikipedia....nth_generation)

should help you see the types of games each system has exclusively

[Zashiki_Warashi]

^Oh, okay.

Thanks!

[LD50]

you're welcome

i've seen a few cases where a person bought a console strictly based off what they were told by friends/family only for them to realize the other suited their tastes more (most cases are people buying the 360 and being diehard rpg fans. good rpgs are slim pickins on the xbox >.>)

[Driver]

I would honesty decide what type of games you like first then go for the platform that bests suits that. For example, the PS3 has a plethora of games especially first party and exclusive that will suit almost all needs.

[Wolf]

You have a gaming computer, stick with that

If you MUST have a console, I recommend PS3 for the exclusives

360 has a handful of good exclusives, but you'll find that alot of them are for PC also

[SpleenBeGone]

Yeah, I don't plan on giving up having an awesome computer, I just find I miss some of the console only games, and the playstyle along with it. I think in a paycheck or two I'll pick up a PS3

[xanatos]

id get a ps3.......free online and pretty console starter friendly

[SpleenBeGone]

Free online is always good. >.>

[Lord_Zamboodu]

I own a ps3 and absolutely love it. The free online thing is a bonus, the netflix, infamous is a great game............ Seen the xbox 360 at my friends and didn't really care for it personally. I think it just comes down to what they offer and how it fits your wants/needs. Both are good I suppose however I am more of a PS3 guy. Have had the Playstation, PS2 (mod with a chip), and a ps3 now.

[besterich27]

xBox 360, its far better imo. PS3 is good, but it ends up costing alot more :/

[Wolf]

xBox 360, its far better imo. PS3 is good, but it ends up costing alot more :/

If you are comparing used prices, yes

But with an Xbox, you have to factor in

-Cost of Hard Drive

-Cost of Wifi dongle

-Cost of Xbox Live Gold

-Cost of controller and battery packs [most used bundles will give you a wired one]

New, a ps3 and xbox elite are almost running neck and neck

So it really boils down to

Are you frugal when it comes to monthly payments?

Yes: Playstation3

No: Xbox360

Do you HAVE to be able to listen to your own music while playing a game

Yes: Xbox360

No: Playstation3

Are you prepared to learn to use the Ps3 XMB, obviously built from the japanese mindset, or do you want a 'merican display?

XMB: Playstation3

'Merica!: Xbox360


But really, in truth:
Do you prefer your console be built by a software company or a hardware company?

Software: Xbox360

Hardware: Playstation3

[besterich27]

If you are comparing used prices, yes

But with an Xbox, you have to factor in

-Cost of Hard Drive

-Cost of Wifi dongle

-Cost of Xbox Live Gold

-Cost of controller and battery packs [most used bundles will give you a wired one]

New, a ps3 and xbox elite are almost running neck and neck

So it really boils down to

Are you frugal when it comes to monthly payments?

Yes: Playstation3

No: Xbox360

Do you HAVE to be able to listen to your own music while playing a game

Yes: Xbox360

No: Playstation3

Are you prepared to learn to use the Ps3 XMB, obviously built from the japanese mindset, or do you want a 'merican display?

XMB: Playstation3

'Merica!: Xbox360


But really, in truth:
Do you prefer your console be built by a software company or a hardware company?

Software: Xbox360

Hardware: Playstation3

That made me think, since xBox has better hardware. And the xBox live gold is worth it. Far better connection then PS3 free stuff. And the RROD is no longer a problem, xbox360s. And my friend said it real well. For the PS3, the name costs. Imo, he said it correctly.

[Wolf]

That made me think, since xBox has better hardware. And the xBox live gold is worth it. Far better connection then PS3 free stuff. And the RROD is no longer a problem, xbox360s. And my friend said it real well. For the PS3, the name costs. Imo, he said it correctly.

There are so many things wrong with what you just said...

since xBox has better hardware

Not better, depending on how you look at it it's similar, if not inferior in some circumstances

xbox has intel dual core@ 3.2, PS3 has its own Cell MP setup

Xbox has more RAM, but the PS3 more than makes up for that with the CPU Cache from the CMP [and the Cache is much faster]

Xbox uses almost outdaded DVD-ROM tech, while Ps3 has used Bluray from the start, meaning you can put more on a disk, and read from it a little faster

like i said, the big difference is Software V Hardware company, mostly in the mindset going into making them

And the xBox live gold is worth it. Far better connection then PS3 free stuff.

The first one is a matter of opinion, is it worth $15 a month to get what everyone else, PC and Ps3, get for free?

the second one, I have proved to be outright false on numerous occassions

And the RROD is no longer a problem, xbox360s.

Old Xbox revisions still RROD, Xbox elite has similar problems [a friend of mines doesnt do a ring, but a single pulsing light of hatred, as we've called it]

While I have personally seen a Playstation kneed across a room [by accident mind you] with no damage to the disk or console

For the PS3, the name costs

For the Ps3, the bluray drive, onboard wireless network card, Cell microprocessor, and Bluetooth headsets/controllers costs you

Your friend is full of crap, IMO