Gaming system debate. - Page 3 - Blu-ray Forum

Grant Matrix · 08-11-2008, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Nicky-D

Thanks guys.. great input in the last few threads.. Since the games I'm looking at are mostly multiplatform I might lean towards the PS3 and its solid hardware and just hope thier online gaming gets better.

If the online play is truly what you want the most, then go with the 360. Sony's online is SERIOUSLY lagging behind 360, and yes i have both. The interface is very clunky and there is not nearly as much content as the 360. It is likely that Sony's online won't be on par with 360 til the next gen, and as far as $60 a year for a gold membership, it is worth it the long run becuase as much as I hate M$, they do update the online dashboard regulary and keep things running fairly smoothly.

mewantyblu · 08-12-2008, 12:48 AM

I would get both if I were you, they are both great systems

Nicky-D · 08-12-2008, 12:58 AM

I think I'll be going with a PS3.. Sounds like they are releasing an 80GB with no BC in Sept for $399. Probably going to jump on that.

ECWaenigma · 08-12-2008, 01:02 AM

Jesus hates racists and 360 owners.

BIGD · 08-12-2008, 01:03 AM

i have the elite and the ps3 i prefer the elite over ps3 better on line play

Blu Kreme · 08-12-2008, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ECWaenigma

Jesus hates racists and 360 owners.

Lol. Funny

Grant Matrix · 08-12-2008, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mewantyblu

I would get both if I were you, they are both great systems

This is probably the best advice posted in this thread, if you have the money to get both.

Nicky-D · 08-13-2008, 01:57 AM

Thanks everyone for the input.. I just ordered the MGS4 PS3 bundle on Amazon, ships on Monday!

katharsis · 08-13-2008, 07:26 AM

I've had the PS (Resident Evil and Wipeout were my faves)
Then the PS2 and XBox .. never played the Box
Now got the PS3, 360 and Wii for the wife initially. Most of the time I am spending playing the Wii now (downloaded all the old school games!) while the wife got hooked on World of Warcraft!
I use the PS3 mostly to watch Blu-rays but also gaming (Guitar Hero 3, Resistance, Haze, Motorstorm).
After finishing Halo 3 the 360 just sits there. Once in a while I browse the online section for games, but thats about it. Might get rid of it at some point and get a PSP.

Blu Jacket · 08-13-2008, 01:15 PM

I owned a 360 and thought it was the cat's ass while regularly bashing the PS3 for it's pricing and lack of games. However, I really wanted to play Heavenly Sword and I am a huge God of War fan, so I knew I'd need to play GoW 3. I eventually broke down and got the PS3 and haven't looked back since. It has tremendously fewer hardware problems and put me much more at ease not having the Sword of Damocles hanging over my system in the form of the RROD. It also runs whisper quite, contrary to the jet engine noise of the 3fixme which I could hear even over my TV. I can mute my TV and still not hear my PS3. And now the games are coming out at a good pace with several must haves filling the library. I would still like to play Mass Effect again and its sequels as well as Fable 2, but that is the only draw the Xbox has for me outside of the controller which I prefer. Plus having WiFi and Blu-ray included for far less than similar additions would be on the Xbox is a huge bonus. I can also (and have done so) upgrade my hard drive to whatever size my heart desires, for far cheaper than the 1 or 2 options Xbox owners have. And let's not forget the FREE online play. I don't play online, so I certainly wouldn't pay for it. But I've been experimenting with it starting with Soul Calibur 4 simply because it IS free. You also don't get charged for themes and wallpapers. All in all, having owned both, I would definitely recommend the PS3

jkwest · 08-13-2008, 04:22 PM

good choice, Nick!!

The PS3 is a better investment for your money, hands down.

Monkey · 08-13-2008, 04:42 PM

I've had two 360's (gone now) and two live accounts, still have my Wii and my PS3.

For gaming this is how I'd rank them:

PS3... 360........................... Wii

The reason I still have the Wii and not a 360 is one I bought the Wii for my wife, two it really is a different gaming system where the PS3 and 360 overlap a ton on games. Wii is better for the non-gamers who play Wiisports, etc. That said I rarely play the Wii by myself and if I had all the time in the world I'd still own all three.

PS3 simply has more of the exclusive games that I enjoy though both have more than enough games. Future line up definitely favors the PS3 as well.

Keep in mind I'm also an audio video whoring home theater enthusiasts, meaning I do care about having the best graphics and sound to go along with the gameplay. The PS3 really shines in that area when it comes to their exclusive games. Top notch visuals and aural experiences like Uncharted, Motorstorm, GT5: Prologue, Ratchet and Clank, etc

First party PS3 games (Resistance, Motorstorm, etc

)also tend to use dedicated servers which is great, much better than gaming on Live (still don't get why PSN is free with dedicated servers

and Live is fee based and I can't even play Halo 3 or Gears of War without lag

). Live is ahead on the communication aspect but since the last firmware update they are much closer.

cajmoyper · 08-13-2008, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nicky-D

Thanks everyone for the input.. I just ordered the MGS4 PS3 bundle on Amazon, ships on Monday!

SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!!

08-13-2008, 04:42 PM	#52
Monkey Blu-ray Knight Member since:Sep 2006 Trading Score:31	I've had two 360's (gone now) and two live accounts, still have my Wii and my PS3. For gaming this is how I'd rank them: PS3... 360........................... Wii The reason I still have the Wii and not a 360 is one I bought the Wii for my wife, two it really is a different gaming system where the PS3 and 360 overlap a ton on games. Wii is better for the non-gamers who play Wiisports, etc. That said I rarely play the Wii by myself and if I had all the time in the world I'd still own all three. PS3 simply has more of the exclusive games that I enjoy though both have more than enough games. Future line up definitely favors the PS3 as well. Keep in mind I'm also an audio video whoring home theater enthusiasts, meaning I do care about having the best graphics and sound to go along with the gameplay. The PS3 really shines in that area when it comes to their exclusive games. Top notch visuals and aural experiences like Uncharted, Motorstorm, GT5: Prologue, Ratchet and Clank, etc First party PS3 games (Resistance, Motorstorm, etc )also tend to use dedicated servers which is great, much better than gaming on Live (still don't get why PSN is free with dedicated servers and Live is fee based and I can't even play Halo 3 or Gears of War without lag ). Live is ahead on the communication aspect but since the last firmware update they are much closer. Last edited by Monkey; 08-13-2008 at 05:00 PM.

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08-12-2008, 12:48 AM	#42
mewantyblu Senior Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:ME	I would get both if I were you, they are both great systems

08-12-2008, 12:58 AM	#43
Nicky-D Active Member Member since:Apr 2008 Location:MN Trading Score:1	I think I'll be going with a PS3.. Sounds like they are releasing an 80GB with no BC in Sept for $399. Probably going to jump on that.

08-12-2008, 01:02 AM	#44
ECWaenigma Active Member Member since:Mar 2008 Location:Lockport, IL Blu-ray collection:1187 Blu-ray reviews:2	Jesus hates racists and 360 owners.

08-12-2008, 01:03 AM	#45
BIGD Member Member since:Jul 2008	i have the elite and the ps3 i prefer the elite over ps3 better on line play

08-13-2008, 01:57 AM	#48
Nicky-D Active Member Member since:Apr 2008 Location:MN Trading Score:1	Thanks everyone for the input.. I just ordered the MGS4 PS3 bundle on Amazon, ships on Monday!

08-13-2008, 07:26 AM	#49
katharsis Power Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:SoCal Home Theater Gallery:16 Blu-ray collection:379 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:8	I've had the PS (Resident Evil and Wipeout were my faves) Then the PS2 and XBox .. never played the Box Now got the PS3, 360 and Wii for the wife initially. Most of the time I am spending playing the Wii now (downloaded all the old school games!) while the wife got hooked on World of Warcraft! I use the PS3 mostly to watch Blu-rays but also gaming (Guitar Hero 3, Resistance, Haze, Motorstorm). After finishing Halo 3 the 360 just sits there. Once in a while I browse the online section for games, but thats about it. Might get rid of it at some point and get a PSP.

08-13-2008, 01:15 PM	#50
Blu Jacket Expert Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Ohio Blu-ray collection:44	I owned a 360 and thought it was the cat's ass while regularly bashing the PS3 for it's pricing and lack of games. However, I really wanted to play Heavenly Sword and I am a huge God of War fan, so I knew I'd need to play GoW 3. I eventually broke down and got the PS3 and haven't looked back since. It has tremendously fewer hardware problems and put me much more at ease not having the Sword of Damocles hanging over my system in the form of the RROD. It also runs whisper quite, contrary to the jet engine noise of the 3fixme which I could hear even over my TV. I can mute my TV and still not hear my PS3. And now the games are coming out at a good pace with several must haves filling the library. I would still like to play Mass Effect again and its sequels as well as Fable 2, but that is the only draw the Xbox has for me outside of the controller which I prefer. Plus having WiFi and Blu-ray included for far less than similar additions would be on the Xbox is a huge bonus. I can also (and have done so) upgrade my hard drive to whatever size my heart desires, for far cheaper than the 1 or 2 options Xbox owners have. And let's not forget the FREE online play. I don't play online, so I certainly wouldn't pay for it. But I've been experimenting with it starting with Soul Calibur 4 simply because it IS free. You also don't get charged for themes and wallpapers. All in all, having owned both, I would definitely recommend the PS3

08-13-2008, 04:22 PM	#51
jkwest Off-Topic King Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Northern California PSN Id: jkwest5 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:20	good choice, Nick!! The PS3 is a better investment for your money, hands down.

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