Which is the best?

Question:
Which of the next generation consoles is the best?

Choices:
Playstation 3
X-Box 360
Nintenso Wii

 

Playstation 3, hands down, is far more superior to any other gaming system out there. The blu-tooth & blu-ray technology is the best addition. No more cords to trip over & if something comes between you & the console, the gameplay is uninterupted. Blu-ray brings more possibilities to where the games can go graphics & game play wise. Plus, movies look fantastic. At $600 it is still cheaper than a Blu-Ray player by $200!

I don't own one just yet but, 2 of my friends have it & I've spent hours watching movies & playing with them & online gamers. I'll be getting one soon enough & then it's on!

There are talks of people having problems with their systems but, my friends haven't had any. One of them says that there probably are a couple of systems that have bugs in them but, apparently, they got lucky & nabbed problem-free ones.

How can you say that the PS3 is far superior than the 360.Apart from being far cheaper than the PS3. The X-Box has as good if not better graphics than the Playstation 3.It also has far better games at the moment and looks as if its going to stay that way for a while, with Halo 3 and Gods of War coming out next year.

My vote is for the Xbox 360. It has so many must have games right now, and that is what a console is for. Not for Blu Ray or w/e. Plus Xbox Live is just amazing. The Wii would be my second choice, just because of the revolutionary gameplay.

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Originally posted by Lordi:
How can you say that the PS3 is far superior than the 360.Apart from being far cheaper than the PS3. The X-Box has as good if not better graphics than the Playstation 3.It also has far better games at the moment and looks as if its going to stay that way for a while, with Halo 3 and Gods of War coming out next year.

???

Since when did God of War or God of War II become released on the Original XBOX or the XBOX 360?

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Originally posted by Lordi:
How can you say that the PS3 is far superior than the 360.Apart from being far cheaper than the PS3. The X-Box has as good if not better graphics than the Playstation 3.It also has far better games at the moment and looks as if its going to stay that way for a while, with Halo 3 and Gods of War coming out next year.

You get what you pay for. The X-Box is cheaper than the PS3 in many ways. The fact that the PS3 has Blu-Ray technology gives it the advantage graphics-wise. Sorry, but I fear very soon the X-Box will dull in comparison. I've played online on the PS3 & it's a blast. The X-Box 360 has a one year jump on the PS3, give it a year to develop its gaming arsenal & let's see what kind of difference that makes.

My vote has to go with the Wii, even though it dosen't have graphics as good as the PS3 and X-Box 360, Nintendo are doing something different and new which definetly works.

Ps3 for me i want the best games,wii well it looks like a gimmick the games for it are more of the same and it doesnt even play online,to me and x360 is just an xbox update like xbox 1.5 still with same old pricey 80$ online service and dvd play back no hard drive also, PS3 is the real next gen system,Blu-ray,Wi-Fi,Free online ect.

Playstation 3 hands down. Its far cheaper than a blu-ray player and it can play loads of great games also

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Originally posted by Monkey_Boy:
You get what you pay for. The X-Box is cheaper than the PS3 in many ways. The fact that the PS3 has Blu-Ray technology gives it the advantage graphics-wise. Sorry, but I fear very soon the X-Box will dull in comparison. I've played online on the PS3 & it's a blast. The X-Box 360 has a one year jump on the PS3, give it a year to develop its gaming arsenal & let's see what kind of difference that makes.

Just curious, but how exactly do you think Blu-ray (a disc format) gives the Playstation 3 a graphics advantage? Honestly, I consider myself pretty techy, and that just seems ridiculous.

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Originally posted by Dork:
Just curious, but how exactly do you think Blu-ray (a disc format) gives the Playstation 3 a graphics advantage? Honestly, I consider myself pretty techy, and that just seems ridiculous.

I guess "technically" you are correct, however, because of its Blu-Ray technology a PS3 disc can hold up to 50 gigs of information. This allows for more textures, vibrant colors, & it has a resolution of 1080p that gives it a clearer picture. This gives it better looking games. It is conceivable that the PS3 will take full advantage of the space on its game disc's since it maxed out its DVD capacity on the PS2. While an X-Box only holds 9 gigs & has only 720p of resolution. Even if the X-Box used its game disc's to the max, the PS3's games would still outshine it, like the sun does the moon.

It depends what you mean. Based on the total package (as in hardware and software) the Xbox 360 would be on top no doubt. This is largely due to it's year lead but none the less it's on the poll. If it's just based on hardware it would be the PS3. But then again if people cared about the hardware it wouldn't have flopped in sales in the first place.

Xbox 360.

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Originally posted by Monkey_Boy:

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Originally posted by Dork:
Just curious, but how exactly do you think Blu-ray (a disc format) gives the Playstation 3 a graphics advantage? Honestly, I consider myself pretty techy, and that just seems ridiculous.

I guess "technically" you are correct, however, because of its Blu-Ray technology a PS3 disc can hold up to 50 gigs of information. This allows for more textures, vibrant colors, & it has a resolution of 1080p that gives it a clearer picture. This gives it better looking games. It is conceivable that the PS3 will take full advantage of the space on its game disc's since it maxed out its DVD capacity on the PS2. While an X-Box only holds 9 gigs & has only 720p of resolution. Even if the X-Box used its game disc's to the max, the PS3's games would still outshine it, like the sun does the moon.

Pfff, hardly. (Before I go any farther, I should note that I'm completely unbiased here -- I'm a PC gamer, so I hate all consoles equally. ) The difference between 9 and 50 gigs may seem huge but really it's not so great when you consider that few games will even use that space. The graphics thing is also a very iffy claim: Gamespot and IGN both complained about the PS3's graphics when compared to the XBox360's.
Gamespot Call Of Duty 3 for PS3 review
Gamespot Call Of Duty 3 for X360 Review

"Call of Duty 3's visuals are great, though a problematic frame rate leaves the game looking decidedly less impressive than it does on the Xbox 360."

IGN's review of Call Of Duty 3 for the PS3

"Graphics:
Washed out colors, multiple collision issues, and a highly inconsistent framerate hurt what was a very good looking Xbox 360 game. Even so, its particles are great and there's a lot going on."

Blu-ray is very overrated and the PS3 claims that it can run games at 1080p and 60FPS are not always true. Also: non-replaceable, non-rechargeable batteries. I could go on...

I visit gaming forums, and every third or fourth thread in the console section is about Sony screwing up again, the PS3 failing to deliver, or hugely respected gaming devs complaining about how much the PS3 sucks. To me, that's not a great endorsement.

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Originally posted by Dork:
I visit gaming forums, and every third or fourth thread in the console section is about Sony screwing up again, the PS3 failing to deliver, or hugely respected gaming devs complaining about how much the PS3 sucks. To me, that's not a great endorsement.

I have yet to encounter any of the problems others claim to be having. Any system has a few bugs in the beginning. The original Playstation used to overheat & the PS2 would have problems with the disc tray getting stuck or reading discs. Even the X-Box 360 had problems with their hard drives crashing when they were first released. As for your claim about the Sixaxis batteries, the article says the controllers are good for years & if there are any problems with them we could call Sony & they would more-than-likely send you new ones. Your link on the Blu-Ray says they are working on using it to the best of its ability. It is still a new technology & they are still trying to take it to its limits. The X-box only reads Windows, while the PS3 can read from many different sources. Really, the PS3 has more potential for better games than the X-Box 360 has.

As I had said before... Take a look at who's in the lead in a year, after Sony has had time to perfect their technology.

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Originally posted by Monkey_Boy:
I have yet to encounter any of the problems others claim to be having. Any system has a few bugs in the beginning. The original Playstation used to overheat & the PS2 would have problems with the disc tray getting stuck or reading discs. Even the X-Box 360 had problems with their hard drives crashing when they were first released. As for your claim about the Sixaxis batteries, the article says the controllers are good for years & if there are any problems with them we could call Sony & they would more-than-likely send you new ones. Your link on the Blu-Ray says they are working on using it to the best of its ability. It is still a new technology & they are still trying to take it to its limits. The X-box only reads Windows, while the PS3 can read from many different sources. Really, the PS3 has more potential for better games than the X-Box 360 has.

As I had said before... Take a look at who's in the lead in a year, after Sony has had time to perfect their technology.

I'm sorry, did you just type.. "reads... Windows?" *Scratches head* OK, you really have to do better than that, it makes no sense. (Windows is a computer operating system.)

By the way, I would be more sypathetic to Sony if they hadn't made outrageous claims about PS3 capabilities that were then unfulfilled. I realize that all consoles have stuttery starts but Sony has been bleeding from all their mess-ups and they've spent most of their good reputation with all but the most hardcore fans. And dude, 600 bucks? Comparably cheap when you consider that they retail in the UK for $830. Other areas have it for almost $1000, and come on. You could buy maybe two used cars with that kind of money. (Source.)

The fact is, just because you personally haven't experienced problem sure doesn't mean there aren't any. I don't know anyone who has even been in a terrorist attack, but do I deny the existence of terrorists? Nope. I trust the numerous reports enough to take their word for it. If you need more PS3 info, I've got more links, but if you're just going to say "Well, I didn't have that problem" then you're an idealogue and there's no point debating you.

Also, it doesn't matter who sells more consoles. Popular != better, or "Candle In The Wind" by Elton John would be the best song ever.

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Okay, so I wasn't very articulate on the system jargon but, my point was the PS3 can read more computer operating system information than the X-Box, which is only compatible with Windows. When I said, "I have yet to encounter any of the problems...", I wasn't just refering to myself. I have several friends who camped out for days to get their hands on one & none of us have had these problems. I actually knew a few guys who had to send back their X-Box 360's because of their hard drive problems. I'm not saying there aren't really any problems with the PS3, I'm just saying that they aren't as rampant as people claim!

As far as the price, it is still $200 cheaper than a stand-alone Blu-Ray player & not only can you watch Hi-Def DVD's, you can also surf the internet, play games, play online, download older games from the first 2 Playstation consoles, and save & play music & pictures! The Blu-Tooth brings wireless to a whole new level. The X-Box wireless controllers still need line-of-sight to operate. (Yeah, you can buy 2 cars for $1000 but, they'd be P.O.S.'s. Trust me, I used to buy a few a year to deliver pizza in.)

I mean really, first gen games are never the best a system can do. They get better as time goes on. X-Box has had a year to refine their style but, in another year Playstation will have perfected its gaming arsenal as well. Your own link said they were working on ways to implement Blu-Ray into its games. Are you saying that they'll NEVER be able to do this? I'm not saying the PS3 is the most perfect system without any flaws, I'm just saying, compared to what's out there, the PS3 has the MOST potential. How can you deny this? As I said, & many gaming critics agree with me, given time the PS3 will stand at the top of the pyramid. I've just jumped on the bandwagon early.

You say you aren't biased because you are a PC gamer, but, Microsoft makes PC games along with the X-Box console. Pretty big coincidence that you would back those who make your games. I notice you have no problem with the fact that a number of X-Box hard drives crashed when it was first released, Sony hasn't had any problems that big. 'Nuff said!

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Sony hasn't had any problems that big. 'Nuff said!

I consider a class-action lawsuit, pretty big.

I lean more towards the 360 in the battle of PS3 V. Xbox 360.

I think that PS3 is trying to become some sort of media center with the inclusion of blu-ray technology, which I do not approve of. The main goal of this is to simply increase Blu-Ray's chances of beating out HD DVD. This is opposed to Microsoft that has kept its target market in mind and directed all of the focus towards gaming. On top of that, I really like what Microsoft has done acquiring partnerships and making some of the best games on any platform, on the 360.

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Originally posted by Mike:
I consider a class-action lawsuit, pretty big.

I have actually never heard of this. I even asked a few of my nerdier friends & they had no clue either. What was it all about?

Not my intention at all to add gas to the fire...

I think the PS3 might be Sony's biggest blunder to date. Firstly, the huge conglomerate is losing $200 per unit sold in North America (the retail price is $200 less than the actual production cost). Secondly, the "powerhouse" hardware seems to be a rushed product that many have deemed to be quite unfinished (with all the glitches, the interface being completely un-user-friendly, etc., etc.) Some say that Sony should just retract PS3 and revamp the whole thing over. I know... sounds harsh, but as time goes on, the truth in their words is becoming more evident.

I guess I might be labelled a Sony hardcore fan, but it's kinda hard not to be when you have been playing Sony and its video games for almost 10 years (you have to admit they have a great library). I have been totally looking forward to the PS3's release, but as we speak, it's quite a disillusionment to say the least. I can buy the unit now if I really wanted to, but something tells me I should hold off...either temporarily to give Sony some time to fix their machine, or permanently and just be happy with my 360.

I believe though it's important to be objective and recognize that the PlayStation 3 notwithstanding its myriad kinks has only been out for three months. I've heard that game developers themselves are somewhat discouraged with Sony at the moment, but they're still there and are working on releasing some cool games. The PS3 might have been a failure strategically speaking, but perhaps it's fair to give it time and chance to demonstrate itself once more with its future game library.

Perhaps there is really nothing to be said in Sony's defense about its decision to use their console as a means to get those Blu-Rays out there. It probably could only be interpreted as "Sony abandoning gamers". For sure it is, but I also believe that some people, if not all, are still welcoming of this innovation. It sucks that Sony fans weren't given the option to have a Blu-Ray player or not, but some of them view the extra 200 dollars as "Okay...I am going to buy an expensive console, but I think in a way it's kind of exciting that I can also watch movies in HD...knowing that HD movie players are expensive by themselves." For hardcore techies this could be really exciting since you're getting all your big toys in advance and in one package.

I think the 360 stayed true to the mission statement of focusing on gaming, and the PS3 failed miserably in the eyes of gamers by being about Blu-Ray. But it might be all subjective, as some fans are embracing the media center concept.

With regard to the HD DVD vs. Blu-Ray, I think the whole war is considered over since some companies have projects on releasing hybrid players.

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Originally posted by Monkey_Boy:
Okay, so I wasn't very articulate on the system jargon but, my point was the PS3 can read more computer operating system information than the X-Box, which is only compatible with Windows. When I said, "I have yet to encounter any of the problems...", I wasn't just refering to myself. I have several friends who camped out for days to get their hands on one & none of us have had these problems. I actually knew a few guys who had to send back their X-Box 360's because of their hard drive problems. I'm not saying there aren't really any problems with the PS3, I'm just saying that they aren't as rampant as people claim!

This logic simply does not compute, and you're still displaying a large amount of ignorance about "computer operating system information".

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Originally posted by Monkey_Boy:
As far as the price, it is still $200 cheaper than a stand-alone Blu-Ray player & not only can you watch Hi-Def DVD's, you can also surf the internet, play games, play online, download older games from the first 2 Playstation consoles, and save & play music & pictures! The Blu-Tooth brings wireless to a whole new level. The X-Box wireless controllers still need line-of-sight to operate. (Yeah, you can buy 2 cars for $1000 but, they'd be P.O.S.'s. Trust me, I used to buy a few a year to deliver pizza in.)

Meh, Blu-ray could tank if HD-DVD wins this one. That part only becomes a good value once the format war is over. Bluetooth is also not really such a huge deal -- slouch a little more in the couch and suddenly it revolutionizes gaming? IPods can do some of the stuff listed there, and I also dare you to try using the internet with a joypad. Type up a post or two, really. I don't think you'll find it very enjoyable.

By the way, I don't have to take your word for it on the used cars: they're fine.

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Originally posted by Monkey_Boy:
You say you aren't biased because you are a PC gamer, but, Microsoft makes PC games along with the X-Box console. Pretty big coincidence that you would back those who make your games. I notice you have no problem with the fact that a number of X-Box hard drives crashed when it was first released, Sony hasn't had any problems that big. 'Nuff said!

Great, you've managed to stereotype me yet again. I realize that you wouldn't know that I followed the X360's problems and pointed them out too, (I hadn't joined this forum as an active member back then) but hey. Stereotype away, you seem to need plenty of boogeymen.

I use the X360 merely as an example. Since I already own a PC, there's no point in buying either one since they aim for the same type of thing PC games do. (They just don't do it as well.) Only the Wii offers something different enough to interest me, but I just don't care about it.