HALO too over rated

[MasterXeus]

Originally Posted by ps3andlovinit

Demo is well a demo.

I loved Halo and hated Halo 2. RFOM fell just below Halo when I initially played it in terms of gameplay - but was much better on physics, graphics and has even more open fields of play than Halo did - which is what made the orginal Halo so great and the lack of such what made Halo 2 so bad. You had/have so many different ways to play the level in Halo or RFOM.

Now that I've gone thru RFOM on the medium level I'm enjoying it much better than Halo. Halo (not Halo 2) was the only reason I hadn't completely retired our Xbox and now it's officially out to pasture. The music on Halo was a big factor of it's success - it's just superb in pulling you in - but the gun selection in RFOM is just killer now for me.

Try playing some of the levels restricting yourself to the non-traditional guns if you really want to push the re-playability even further. There is a lot of depth in RFOM. Far more than Halo and well Halo 2 is a non-starter.

Two players synchronizing their snipers in a slow-mo close-up to the head shot is a hoot.

The multi-player on-line is simply superb...

Yes, I know I just played a demo, I'll sit down an play the game when I visit my friends in April. I'm just not as impress with it has I was when I played Halo at my local game store before it came out. Of course RFOM has better graphics, physics, etc... It should your looking at 2006 game compare to a 2001 or even 2004 (Halo 2).

True the music was a big factor when playing any game.

I'm open minded to RFOM and will play it in April. Will it be game that i still want to play after 6 years, well that's the question.

Gears of War is one of the best graphics in a game I've seen, but to me is seems a little short and there's little re-playability

[DV92Camaro]

Well I've played both Halo 2 and R:FOM. I played Halo 2 for a couple hours online and then got bored of it. Found the controls to be a little wierd since I'm not completely use to the Xbox controller. While playing the multiplayer R:FOM I was completely stuck on it on first player mode. It even has a good story line I thought and it was a long game. Multiplayer is where I was stuck at. Large amounts of people killing each other in huge environments. You can't really ask for more. I thought the controls were good. Slo-mo zoom is fun.

[DV92Camaro]

Originally Posted by MasterXeus

Gears of War is one of the best graphics in a game I've seen, but to me is seems a little short and there's little re-playability

Yea the game has some nice graphics even with my buddy's high-res projector. The game is short. Makes me wonder cause of the high level of detail. Controls were innovative. Took me a little while to learn but I caught on eventually. Fun game too.

[funnymanbing]

Originally Posted by Jack Torrance

I actually regret my 360 purchase - with the exception of a few games, I'm kicking myself for the $400 I could be putting towards my blu-ray collection. Once the ps3 was in my house, it's amazing how quickly I forgot it. It has only been turned on once since november, and that was for my son to play Viva Pinata. And he got bored with that...

Now it just sits on my home theater console, a permanent reminder of my impatience and that I actually believed that M$ would deliver on what they promised.

The ps3 has now become in my household what Sony intended it to be - a media center. It's my dvd player of choice out of the three I have, the blu-ray is awesome, the games are great - the free online kicks butt... for $600, it is the best value home entertainment system to date.

I couldn't agree more. I actually ended up selling my 360 because I didn't really see anything looming in the future that I actually wanted. I don't like first person shooters or western RPG's, so there's nothing coming out for it that I actually want (That I can't get on PS3 anyway). Anyhow, keeping the thread topic in mind, I also believe that Halo is way overrated.

[ps3andlovinit]

Originally Posted by TBoneCapone

I like the whole achievement score set-up the xbox has for thier games and it truly gives you a sense of accomplishment when you "unlock" the whole game.

RFOM has skill points and rewards that also unlock content and provide the same "sense" of achievement. Ignoring that and implying it's not the case on the PS3 games and is something exclusive to xbox games is the slamming your claiming others are guilty of btw

Now Jack was simply stating his personal experience that Microsoft under-delivered what he felt was promised to him. That's not slamming the 360 actually. He bought it, paid his money and found something to replace it that he feels is now better value and better met his original expectations. Not everyone can buy both or not everyone wants to - instead putting that money towards an HDTV or an upgraded audio system for 7.1 on RFOM - for example. In fact I'm sure owning both is the minority case of hardcore and early adopters. He has valid points for those undecided.

Is saying your only going to buy PS3 exclusive titles slamming it?

For example Oblivion is for the 360 and the P3?

It's not exclusive to the PS3 or 360 but your saying you would automatically buy the 360 version because it's not exclusive to the PS3?

Now that's silly ..

Owning both previous consoles - xbox only for most of that time - I actually had some rather simple criteria this time around...but actually I think I'll make that a separate post that explains why MS *lost* me as a previously enthusiastic customer this time around.

It was ironically the initial potential I saw in the original Xbox that set in motion us getting .... a PS3. An opportunity missed by MS. And while Jack's posting echo's bits - it isn't the whole story...and blu-ray is just one piece of the larger picture (bad pun intended).

They would be better off listening than sending the fan boys to flame and obscure the reasoning behind my decision.

But later - it will actually take a bit of time to write it out and structure it properly.

[ps3andlovinit]

Originally Posted by ps3andlovinit

But later - it will actually take a bit of time to write it out and structure it properly.

And I meant to add this wasn't the proper thread anyways..

[IBLEEDBLU]

halo 1 - was great - i enjoyed playing it

halo 2 - was blahh...felt like the same 2 me beside some small changes

halo 3 - for a game that is "so huge" and all hyped about...the result so for are brutal..i swear when i saw the actually game play im like is that xbox or xbox 360 graphics. just doesnt cut it 4 me..ppl that say this is the PS3 killer hhahhahahaah that makes me laugh...i hope they are planning 2 launch killzone2 at the same time..120 developers & costing more 2 make then a small movie...im very excited 2 see killzone in action...

gears of war is xbox new franchie must have game and it will be when they come out with part 2...

i hear they mite lauch in sept 2 mnth ahead...well look at what happened to the xbox 360 when MS try 2 push it out early..HUGE!! failure..and the way things are looking the game will have teh same out come...dont get me wrong itll properly sell millions bc thats all the xbox fanbois have is their little halo...but 2 true gamers that arent picking sides knows a great game one they see one..and i consider myself 2 be one of those ppl and halo 3 isnt doing it 4 me rite now and its not gonna make me go buy an xbox thats 4 sure lol 400 would rather put into my Bluray collection

[MasterXeus]

Originally Posted by ps3andlovinit

RFOM has skill points and rewards that also unlock content and provide the same "sense" of achievement. Ignoring that and implying it's not the case on the PS3 games and is something exclusive to xbox games is the slamming your claiming others are guilty of btw

Now Jack was simply stating his personal experience that Microsoft under-delivered what he felt was promised to him. That's not slamming the 360 actually. He bought it, paid his money and found something to replace it that he feels is now better value and better met his original expectations. Not everyone can buy both or not everyone wants to - instead putting that money towards an HDTV or an upgraded audio system for 7.1 on RFOM - for example. In fact I'm sure owning both is the minority case of hardcore and early adopters. He has valid points for those undecided.

Is saying your only going to buy PS3 exclusive titles slamming it?

For example Oblivion is for the 360 and the P3?

It's not exclusive to the PS3 or 360 but your saying you would automatically buy the 360 version because it's not exclusive to the PS3?

Now that's silly ..

Owning both previous consoles - xbox only for most of that time - I actually had some rather simple criteria this time around...but actually I think I'll make that a separate post that explains why MS *lost* me as a previously enthusiastic customer this time around.

It was ironically the initial potential I saw in the original Xbox that set in motion us getting .... a PS3. An opportunity missed by MS. And while Jack's posting echo's bits - it isn't the whole story...and blu-ray is just one piece of the larger picture (bad pun intended).

They would be better off listening than sending the fan boys to flame and obscure the reasoning behind my decision.

But later - it will actually take a bit of time to write it out and structure it properly.

I think you’re going overboard with what TBoneCapone said. He never said anything about PS3 not having an achievement system for games. He said he like whole achievement score set-up for Xbox 360. You can’t blame him for liking it. To me it didn’t sound like he was ignoring that and implying it's not the case on the PS3 games.

Each system has there good and bad games. Everyone is different, therefore everyone likes different things. I own both, I like them both.

[partridge]

Halo 3 is a problem for MS though, without doubt it will be the one single game that defines the Xbox360, so it HAS to exceed expectation, but just think of how highly this game is expected. It'll be could end up being the Phantom Menace of the 360.

Halo 3 could end up being the best game the 360 will ever see, and it's only been out 2 years. That's not a good thing.

[ps3andlovinit]

Originally Posted by MasterXeus

I think you’re going overboard with what TBoneCapone said. He never said anything about PS3 not having an achievement system for games. He said he like whole achievement score set-up for Xbox 360. You can’t blame him for liking it.

I like the whole achievement score set-up the xbox has for thier games and it truly gives you a sense of accomplishment when you "unlock" the whole game.

A) He said for *their* games.
b) And them specifically tied the sense of accomplishment to unlocking a specific game.
c) in the context of why he uses the 360 as his main gaming machine
d) so the clear implication (for those that aren't aware) is that the PS3 doesn't do those things.
e) I never said it was intentional or malicious so I don't blame him for liking it
f) I'm just being accurate that's all. Others may be left with the impression you can't do that on the PS3. And you can.

RFOM does all those things. My son keeps reminding me of his new rankings and badges and how much of a loser I am

[TBoneCapone]

Originally Posted by ps3andlovinit

RFOM has skill points and rewards that also unlock content and provide the same "sense" of achievement. Ignoring that and implying it's not the case on the PS3 games and is something exclusive to xbox games is the slamming your claiming others are guilty of btw

Now Jack was simply stating his personal experience that Microsoft under-delivered what he felt was promised to him. That's not slamming the 360 actually. He bought it, paid his money and found something to replace it that he feels is now better value and better met his original expectations. Not everyone can buy both or not everyone wants to - instead putting that money towards an HDTV or an upgraded audio system for 7.1 on RFOM - for example. In fact I'm sure owning both is the minority case of hardcore and early adopters. He has valid points for those undecided.

Is saying your only going to buy PS3 exclusive titles slamming it?

For example Oblivion is for the 360 and the P3?

It's not exclusive to the PS3 or 360 but your saying you would automatically buy the 360 version because it's not exclusive to the PS3?

Now that's silly ..

Owning both previous consoles - xbox only for most of that time - I actually had some rather simple criteria this time around...but actually I think I'll make that a separate post that explains why MS *lost* me as a previously enthusiastic customer this time around.

It was ironically the initial potential I saw in the original Xbox that set in motion us getting .... a PS3. An opportunity missed by MS. And while Jack's posting echo's bits - it isn't the whole story...and blu-ray is just one piece of the larger picture (bad pun intended).

They would be better off listening than sending the fan boys to flame and obscure the reasoning behind my decision.

But later - it will actually take a bit of time to write it out and structure it properly.

Let me clarify for you something:
A: I would never slam the PS3....it is one mean machine.
B: My choice of on getting PS3 games that are PS3 specific is a choice based on the achievment point system the XBOX has and the way it is alingned with my profile.
C: Your reply was a perfect example of hypersensitivity when new technology is debated, only I was not debating or slamming anything. I think both machines rule in different areas.

Good day sir.

[MasterXeus]

Originally Posted by ps3andlovinit

A) He said for *their* games.
b) And them specifically tied the sense of accomplishment to unlocking a specific game.
c) in the context of why he uses the 360 as his main gaming machine
d) so the clear implication (for those that aren't aware) is that the PS3 doesn't do those things.
e) I never said it was intentional or malicious so I don't blame him for liking it
f) I'm just being accurate that's all. Others may be left with the impression you can't do that on the PS3. And you can.

RFOM does all those things. My son keeps reminding me of his new rankings and badges and how much of a loser I am

You're a trip. lol
A) *their* games, is true statement since all Xbox 360 games have the Microsoft achievement score system.
B) You're only talking about one game for PS3.
C) New ranking and badges are in game achievements. Xbox 360 games have them too but they also have the Microsoft achievement score system which is a little different.
D) PS3 currently does not have any type of achievement system like this. There’s plenty of websites that say this.
E) Not until PS3 HOME comes out this fall, which will have a trophy room instead of a number score. I’m personally looking forward to PS3 HOME when it comes out this fall.

"Each system has there good and bad games. Everyone is different, therefore everyone likes different things. I own both, I like them both. -MasterXeus"

[TBoneCapone]

Originally Posted by MasterXeus

You're a trip. lol
A) *their* games, is true statement since all Xbox 360 games have the Microsoft achievement score system.
B) You're only talking about one game for PS3.
C) New ranking and badges are in game achievements. Xbox 360 games have them too but they also have the Microsoft achievement score system which is a little different.
D) PS3 currently does not have any type of achievement system like this. There’s plenty of websites that say this.
E) Not until PS3 HOME comes out this fall, which will have a trophy room instead of a number score. I’m personally looking forward to PS3 HOME when it comes out this fall.

"Each system has there good and bad games. Everyone is different, therefore everyone likes different things. I own both, I like them both. -MasterXeus"

I have not heard of this PS3 Home....please tell me more.

[MasterXeus]

Originally Posted by TBoneCapone

I have not heard of this PS3 Home....please tell me more.

Here's a link, but I'm sure there's another thread about it.

http://ps3.gamezone.com/news/03_07_07_01_32PM.htm

[ps3andlovinit]

Originally Posted by TBoneCapone

Let me clarify for you something:
A: I would never slam the PS3....it is one mean machine.
B: My choice of on getting PS3 games that are PS3 specific is a choice based on the achievment point system the XBOX has and the way it is alingned with my profile.
C: Your reply was a perfect example of hypersensitivity when new technology is debated, only I was not debating or slamming anything. I think both machines rule in different areas.

Good day sir.

C:Jack was only stating his opinion after his experience and you decided he was "slamming" somebody. Since when did getting something and then regretting and tying it into slamming? You made that characterization - not me. Who's hypersensitive? He was just stating his experience.

B: Don't blame me for your failure to communicate properly and then try and tar me. How is being more accurate and clarifying your points being hypersensitive? See my previous post points a thru f.

A: Again see my previous post and points. Actually your being oversensitive. I was just pointing out things you left out - things that others may not been aware of after reading the way you communicated it. Not sure why you have a problem with being clear.

[MasterXeus]

Originally Posted by ps3andlovinit

C:Jack was only stating his opinion after his experience and you decided he was "slamming" somebody. Since when did getting something and then regretting and tying it into slamming? You made that characterization - not me. Who's hypersensitive? He was just stating his experience.

B: Don't blame me for your failure to communicate properly and then try and tar me. How is being more accurate and clarifying your points being hypersensitive? See my previous post points a thru f.

A: Again see my previous post and points. Actually your being oversensitive. I was just pointing out things you left out - things that others may not been aware of after reading the way you communicated it. Not sure why you have a problem with being clear.

Nothing wrong with being more accurate and clarifying your points, but they have to be correct.

[DV92Camaro]

I hope we soon get along. lol jp

[ps3andlovinit]

Originally Posted by MasterXeus

Nothing wrong with being more accurate and clarifying your points, but they have to be correct.

There you go again. Slamming without being clear. Just proving my point.

[MasterXeus]

Originally Posted by ps3andlovinit

There you go again. Slamming without being clear. Just proving my point.

Well, since you didn't read my post (#32) here it is again.

You're a trip. lol
A) *their* games, is true statement since all Xbox 360 games have the Microsoft achievement score system.
B) You're only talking about one game for PS3.
C) New ranking and badges are in game achievements. Xbox 360 games have them too but they also have the Microsoft achievement score system which is a little different.
D) PS3 currently does not have any type of achievement system like this. There’s plenty of websites that say this.
E) Not until PS3 HOME comes out this fall, which will have a trophy room instead of a number score. I’m personally looking forward to PS3 HOME when it comes out this fall.

"Each system has there good and bad games. Everyone is different, therefore everyone likes different things. I own both, I like them both. -MasterXeus"

[TBoneCapone]

Originally Posted by MasterXeus

Here's a link, but I'm sure there's another thread about it.

http://ps3.gamezone.com/news/03_07_07_01_32PM.htm

Thanks, it is well appreciated.