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Which console should I get?
Xbox 360 Elite
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Playstation 3 (80 GB)
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 27, 2007 9:03 pm    Post subject: No Icon Which console should I get? Reply with quote

Should I get a Playstation 3 (80 GB), or the Xbox 360 Elite?

I don't know which one I should get...but like, all of Sony's exclusive games are going to Xbox 360 now, like Devil May Cry and Grand Theft Auto.

*sigh*

I already have a Wii, and yeah the games are fun, but I need a console with outstanding graphics and power now too. Razz

The Playstation 3 (80 GB) is $50 more than the Xbox 360 Elite.

I don't have an HDTV...I do have a TV that has Component video though.
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 27, 2007 9:04 pm    Post subject: No Icon  Reply with quote

Xbox 360 FTW!
And I think this will only end in a fanboy fight.
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playstation 3 future proof that ass

you'll be happy you did

games will be coming out for the ps3 that will blow away the 360

plus the added bonus of an HD dvd player thats actually worth a shit (i'll be it blueray)
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 27, 2007 10:04 pm    Post subject: No Icon  Reply with quote

XBOX 360 FTW!!!!!!!!!!!
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tylerc wrote:
XBOX 360 FTW!!!!!!!!!!!

FTW!
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samz465 wrote:
tylerc wrote:
XBOX 360 FTW!!!!!!!!!!!

FTW!

FTW!
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PostPosted: Thu Dec 27, 2007 11:40 pm    Post subject: No Icon  Reply with quote

Xbox 360
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PostPosted: Fri Dec 28, 2007 10:12 am    Post subject: No Icon  Reply with quote

while I think the PS3 has better overall graphics, I believe, that the xbox 360 comes with the reliability of better games and a great controlled online service. Xbox for me.
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PostPosted: Fri Dec 28, 2007 10:12 am    Post subject: No Icon  Reply with quote

I've had a wii and just got a 360 the other day as a gift, IT ROX! Get the 360

With xbox live + 1080P resolution = amazing
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PostPosted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 5:01 pm    Post subject: No Icon  Reply with quote

samz465 wrote:
Xbox 360 FTW!
And I think this will only end in a fanboy fight.


Eh, Fanboy... Even though I tend to lean towards Microsoft really, Vista and all, I've messed with both systems extensively at a friends house and like the PS3 better, easier to work with for one.

You can put any hard drive in (not just a special made one)
You can easily put other OS's on the system (without hacking it, the install OS option is in the systems menu)
Backwards compatible with software that's being upgraded to further improve performance (with the 80gig model)
You can now remote play PS1 games on a PSP anywhere with a wireless internet connection as long as the game is in or downloaded
Network access to music, videos, pics on computers, not just Vista Home Premium and up, but whatever OS you want without too much hassle (plus these are further accessible by a PSP anywhere with a wireless internet connection)

I definetly like the idea of having a 360, but it's the bottom game on my priority list (the Wii was first (that was a cold November night outside BestBuys), then I got a DS and PSP for Christmas (thanks to my parents and Fiancee), now I'm trying to score a PS3).

*edit* One thing I forgot to mention, with the 360 you have to pay a fee for the online support, it's free with the Wii and PS3 (of course you know this about the Wii)


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I can't believe you're even considering the PS3. Trust me, you don't want one. My brother has one and although he won't admit it, he can't find very many fun games for it. Sure there are some good ones here and there, but the online doesn't compare. The 360 definitely has better games out. I personally don't like Sony. They are arrogant and they make a bunch of cocky statements which makes me dislike them even more.

Plus, I cannot stand the PS3 controller. It annoys the hell out of me. To me, the PS3 is garbage. Oh and don't get too hyped for their future promises of great games. They said the same thing last year. I can only think of a few good PS3 games coming out. Most are multiplatform from what I've seen. Anyway, definitely go with either PC gaming or a 360. The PS3 online sucks.
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Never had that problem. Plus there's a longass 2 year warranty for it or something like that. Besides, that's not going to change my mind when there are shitty games on the other hand. Whatever though... I guess I'm just an "Xbot."
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PostPosted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 8:25 pm    Post subject: No Icon  Reply with quote

If you're looking for an awesome gaming experience online and offline, get the 360 and never look back. PS3 has its positives, no doubt, but 360 demolishes it in the gaming, and in my opinion, that's all that matters when buying a gaming machine.
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Honestly, I'm a play station fan. I guess you can call me a loyal customer. haha. But xbox games are more violent, in my opinion. It depends on which types of games you like. The controller for xbox is more confusing that play station ones too. I like things simple.

The best game console would be Wii though. Oh my god, I would trade my play station for Wii anytime!
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I think Xbox 360 is better. I mean if I had the money I'd want both. The Xbox 360's Live is probably better than the PS3 version. I've never really heard of people on the PS3 version of Live
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I only say the PS3 because I have one...
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Live is poop. Been down for like 2+ weeks.
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Live is poop. Been down for like 2+ weeks.

But you are getting a free arcade game within the next few weeks! Very Happy
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Xbox 360 is definitely better. All my friends love theirs and with Sony losing their better exclusive games as you mentioned.. the PS3 is dieing.


Btw I was a hardcore PS2 fanboy.
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Live is poop. Been down for like 2+ weeks.


I know! It's been pissing me off. For some reason my connection in CoD4 is the only red one and I can't kill anyone! Mostwanted has joined a few games I was in and owned me. I lag like crazy and when I watch the replay my guy only shoots half of the bullets that it showed when I actually shot them. It's really messed up. Of course that scenario is when I actually get lucky enough to get into a game. Normally it doesn't work at all. I called about it and they said it was definitely a fault on their end. I can't wait until they fix this. Sad
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Ugh, so I feel like I wanna buy it all from Amazon, even though I can save money, it's just easier getting it from one place.

Xbox 360 Live 12 Month Gold Card - $43.99
Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter - $94.99
Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black - $16.99
Xbox 360 Play and Charge Kit with Controller Black - $60.99
Xbox 360 Elite Bundle - $449.99

Before games...that's freakin' $666.95! It's really expensive. Sad

The wireless adapter is really expensive too.

Anyone have a "save 90% on total purchase" coupon code or something for Amazon.com? Razz
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It'll be worth it when you meet little screaming boys playing mature games online.
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Definetely buy a PS3.

That thing is a beast.
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TFOAF wrote:
Ugh, so I feel like I wanna buy it all from Amazon, even though I can save money, it's just easier getting it from one place.

Xbox 360 Live 12 Month Gold Card - $43.99
Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter - $94.99
Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black - $16.99
Xbox 360 Play and Charge Kit with Controller Black - $60.99
Xbox 360 Elite Bundle - $449.99

Before games...that's freakin' $666.95! It's really expensive. Sad

The wireless adapter is really expensive too.

Anyone have a "save 90% on total purchase" coupon code or something for Amazon.com? Razz

Why not just get the pro? You only need the 120GB HD if you plan on purchasing a lot of videos from the XBL marketplace. I have several arcade games and tons of saves but have a lot of space left on my 20GB. Black is nice and all, but paying a $100 more for the Elite just doesn't make sense anymore since the arcade and pro bundles come with HDMI too.

Still, even then it's still gonna be pricey for you since you want the wireless adapter. Every console nowadays has built in wifi (even the DS and PSP), you'd think they would've included it by now. Also with the live card for $40, it makes you think about the xbox 360 vs PS3 value proposition doesn't it? You'd just have to buy the PS3 for $400 and an extra controller to match what you want, and you get a Blu-Ray player.

In any case, think about the kind of games you want to play when choosing a console. Surprised no one really mentioned that.
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Xbox is supposedly giving all xbox live members a free arcade download for this whole fiasco. I have not touched my xbox since this crap started.....
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TFOAF wrote:
Ugh, so I feel like I wanna buy it all from Amazon, even though I can save money, it's just easier getting it from one place.

Xbox 360 Live 12 Month Gold Card - $43.99
Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adapter - $94.99
Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit - Black - $16.99
Xbox 360 Play and Charge Kit with Controller Black - $60.99
Xbox 360 Elite Bundle - $449.99

Before games...that's freakin' $666.95! It's really expensive. Sad

The wireless adapter is really expensive too.

Anyone have a "save 90% on total purchase" coupon code or something for Amazon.com? Razz

Why not just get the pro? You only need the 120GB HD if you plan on purchasing a lot of videos from the XBL marketplace. I have several arcade games and tons of saves but have a lot of space left on my 20GB. Black is nice and all, but paying a $100 more for the Elite just doesn't make sense anymore since the arcade and pro bundles come with HDMI too.

Still, even then it's still gonna be pricey for you since you want the wireless adapter. Every console nowadays has built in wifi (even the DS and PSP), you'd think they would've included it by now. Also with the live card for $40, it makes you think about the xbox 360 vs PS3 value proposition doesn't it? You'd just have to buy the PS3 for $400 and an extra controller to match what you want, and you get a Blu-Ray player.

In any case, think about the kind of games you want to play when choosing a console. Surprised no one really mentioned that.

Bleh. I don't know. I like getting the best of the best out there. If I went for the PS3, I'd buy the 80 GB one. Ugh, I don't know. All the games on the 360 I would play.

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Xbox is supposedly giving all xbox live members a free arcade download for this whole fiasco. I have not touched my xbox since this crap started.....

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Live is poop. Been down for like 2+ weeks.

But you are getting a free arcade game within the next few weeks! Very Happy
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I want the Metal Slug that just came out for my free arcade game. Very Happy
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Burnout Paradise looks unbelievable. I want it. Comes out this month, yay.

Only thing about the PS3...it has exclusive rights to UT3. Sad I want that game so badly.
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