OT: Fanboy fight: XBox V Playstation
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leafman101
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
The quality of the systems, controllers etc are effectively identical. Its pointless to base the decision on that.
Its all about the exclusive titles. Would you rather play god of war and uncharted or halo and gears of war. Thats where you make the decision.
The quality of the systems, controllers etc are effectively identical. Its pointless to base the decision on that.
Its all about the exclusive titles. Would you rather play god of war and uncharted or halo and gears of war. Thats where you make the decision.
PQ
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
Both systems have their exclusive titles but most games are available for both. I believe the PS3 has higher processing power and thus seems possibly has better graphics, but hard to tell.
Biggest things for me are the free online play on PS3 and the media. As mentioned, the ps3 plays blu-rays, but aside from movies, that also means more storage space. Correct me if I'm wrong, but some xbox games like Forza and Halo require you to insert several discs which shouldn't have to happen in this day and age, while everything always fits on one bluray for the PS3.
Also, I believe the PS3 games have quicker loading times due to blu ray being faster.
Both systems have their exclusive titles but most games are available for both. I believe the PS3 has higher processing power and thus seems possibly has better graphics, but hard to tell.
Biggest things for me are the free online play on PS3 and the media. As mentioned, the ps3 plays blu-rays, but aside from movies, that also means more storage space. Correct me if I'm wrong, but some xbox games like Forza and Halo require you to insert several discs which shouldn't have to happen in this day and age, while everything always fits on one bluray for the PS3.
Also, I believe the PS3 games have quicker loading times due to blu ray being faster.
axlsalinger
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
Guess I'm stepping in too late, but I'll throw in a couple of cents. Go Xbox 360.
I will admit I'm an Xbox "fanboy", never owned a PS3, but my take is that Xbox has been clearly in the lead up to the last couple of years. PS3 has definitely caught up now, though. Online reviews suggest that for a game like Skyrim the visuals are a little better on the PS3 than the Xbox. I can't compare as I haven't picked up the game yet or played either version, but I doubt the difference is that significant.
As for exclusives, it's rarely an issue. Halo games are only available for the 360, the only issue I've come across the other way is not being able to check out Heavy Rain or Uncharted (exclusive to the PS3).
The Blu-Ray player is a huge advantage for PS3, as is the free online, although from what I hear Xbox Live is much better. I certainly am VERY happy with it. You do have to pay ($60 for a year, although there is a way to get a subscription for around $41).
If you don't need a blu-ray player and are still torn, I'd agree that the controller could be the deciding factor ... and the 360 controller murders the PS3 controller, then pisses on the corpse.
Guess I'm stepping in too late, but I'll throw in a couple of cents. Go Xbox 360.
I will admit I'm an Xbox "fanboy", never owned a PS3, but my take is that Xbox has been clearly in the lead up to the last couple of years. PS3 has definitely caught up now, though. Online reviews suggest that for a game like Skyrim the visuals are a little better on the PS3 than the Xbox. I can't compare as I haven't picked up the game yet or played either version, but I doubt the difference is that significant.
As for exclusives, it's rarely an issue. Halo games are only available for the 360, the only issue I've come across the other way is not being able to check out Heavy Rain or Uncharted (exclusive to the PS3).
The Blu-Ray player is a huge advantage for PS3, as is the free online, although from what I hear Xbox Live is much better. I certainly am VERY happy with it. You do have to pay ($60 for a year, although there is a way to get a subscription for around $41).
If you don't need a blu-ray player and are still torn, I'd agree that the controller could be the deciding factor ... and the 360 controller murders the PS3 controller, then pisses on the corpse.
worm
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
he is buying one today though....not 7 years ago.... dont think 360s have the same problem
but lol at the AA batteries comment
dont think you can go wrong with either though if he is getting one now he is not a hardcore gamer
he is buying one today though....not 7 years ago.... dont think 360s have the same problem
but lol at the AA batteries comment
dont think you can go wrong with either though if he is getting one now he is not a hardcore gamer
worm
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axlsalinger
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
360 comes with a wireless controller that does require 2 AA batteries ... however, there is this little thing out there called "rechargable batteries". Look into it.
360 comes with a wireless controller that does require 2 AA batteries ... however, there is this little thing out there called "rechargable batteries". Look into it.
worm
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Montana
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
Don't need to.....Sony was smart enough to take care of that for me.
Don't need to.....Sony was smart enough to take care of that for me.
da_next_kid
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
I had XBOX Live for about 5 months, paid about $5 for it, they kept offering me free months for a $1. Then my XBOX RROD'd. I wasn't particularly impressed by XBOX live and well PSN has always been shite. Skyrim is impossible to play on the PS3, after about 10 hours of gameplay, the game just craps out. Although they might have fixed it in an update. Far Cry 3 seems like it runs at about 10 fps. FIFA, NBA, NHL are the same on both. 360 has shorter load times.
And God of War is a fine ass game. PS3's exclusives are just that much better imo. Now that Mass Effect is on PS3, i see no reason to buy a 360. Halo is great if you're 12.
I had XBOX Live for about 5 months, paid about $5 for it, they kept offering me free months for a $1. Then my XBOX RROD'd. I wasn't particularly impressed by XBOX live and well PSN has always been shite. Skyrim is impossible to play on the PS3, after about 10 hours of gameplay, the game just craps out. Although they might have fixed it in an update. Far Cry 3 seems like it runs at about 10 fps. FIFA, NBA, NHL are the same on both. 360 has shorter load times.
And God of War is a fine ass game. PS3's exclusives are just that much better imo. Now that Mass Effect is on PS3, i see no reason to buy a 360. Halo is great if you're 12.
Hoss
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
If you have one controller and are in the middle of a game and the battery dies, you have to pause and let it charge or play 6 feet away with it attached to the USB.. not thanks.
with xbox... oh man my battery is low cuz I've been warned for a while now... but I am levelling up like mad... oh wait.. (pop off back, throws in new batteries) great... keep playing.
Load times and updates are RETARDEDLY LONG on a ps3. If I get a system update, I have to leave the room and make a sandwich.. hells no.
There are some exclusive games on the PS3 that are awesome. That's why (as mentioned before) get both. Even if your ps3 is used only for blu rays and exclusive games.
Online games with LIVE>>>> free online with ps3.
all COD games on live >> COD on ps3. The competition on xbox is harder, as you get gamers moreso than kids that play on the ps3. Plus all COD games always get new maps and downloads first on the xbox and MONTHS later for the ps3.
Although Uncharted 2 on the PS3 is my second favourite game of all time methinks.
If you have one controller and are in the middle of a game and the battery dies, you have to pause and let it charge or play 6 feet away with it attached to the USB.. not thanks.
with xbox... oh man my battery is low cuz I've been warned for a while now... but I am levelling up like mad... oh wait.. (pop off back, throws in new batteries) great... keep playing.
Load times and updates are RETARDEDLY LONG on a ps3. If I get a system update, I have to leave the room and make a sandwich.. hells no.
There are some exclusive games on the PS3 that are awesome. That's why (as mentioned before) get both. Even if your ps3 is used only for blu rays and exclusive games.
Online games with LIVE>>>> free online with ps3.
all COD games on live >> COD on ps3. The competition on xbox is harder, as you get gamers moreso than kids that play on the ps3. Plus all COD games always get new maps and downloads first on the xbox and MONTHS later for the ps3.
Although Uncharted 2 on the PS3 is my second favourite game of all time methinks.
johnunit
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
Word. I mean I get it as an annoyance, but if you know someone literally using AA disposable batteries in their controller, beat them mercilessly.
Word. I mean I get it as an annoyance, but if you know someone literally using AA disposable batteries in their controller, beat them mercilessly.
Montana
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
In the 6 years I've owned my PS3 this scenario has played out exactly zero times......
In the 6 years I've owned my PS3 this scenario has played out exactly zero times......
Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
Yeah I use rechargeables... I would have got the battery packs a couple years ago but didn't think it was worth it... and now I'm not bothering to spend any more money on my gaming until the new systems come out.
Leo Bannister
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
What is this 1988?
One system is made by Sony....the other by Microsoft....that alone should speak for itself.
That's bullshit. Craps out after 10 hours??? I have 105 hours in on Skyrim on the PS3. The shortler load times argument is such garbage. What is waiting an extra 10-15 seconds?
Go with a PS3. It's a nicer system and interface to use. The Xbox looks like a kids system that was thrown together like every other Microsoft product!
What is this 1988?
One system is made by Sony....the other by Microsoft....that alone should speak for itself.
That's bullshit. Craps out after 10 hours??? I have 105 hours in on Skyrim on the PS3. The shortler load times argument is such garbage. What is waiting an extra 10-15 seconds?
haha....Who only has 1 controller?
Again, who only have 1 controller? And the PS3 warns you a good 2 hours when it's low. Batteries haha. I can't believe anyone is trying to argue this is good feature. **** we should start using AA batteries for our smart phones too!!
How do you know the competition is more competitive? What are you basing that on?
Go with a PS3. It's a nicer system and interface to use. The Xbox looks like a kids system that was thrown together like every other Microsoft product!
Bleedsblue&white
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
Not to mention the controller that plugs in which requires no batteries.. It doubles as my PC gamepad and it's Microsoft so it just plugs in and there you go. I'm stealing it off my son all the time to play Dishonored and...yes...Lego Lord of the Rings.
Whatever, Montana was just baiting, something he likes to do.
Not to mention the controller that plugs in which requires no batteries.. It doubles as my PC gamepad and it's Microsoft so it just plugs in and there you go. I'm stealing it off my son all the time to play Dishonored and...yes...Lego Lord of the Rings.
Whatever, Montana was just baiting, something he likes to do.
Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
He's a master
He's a master
Hoss
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Re: OT - Fanboy fight: XBox 360 V PS3
The other thing about the ps3 controller and COD or fps. the R2 and L2 buttons are very stupidly curved downward. Therefore shooting or throwing grenades (if you change the buttons) feels awkard and your finger slips or whatever. (I had to buy these little clip ons that curve the R2 and L2 buttons outward like the xbox).
I don't shiite on either, but for games it is clear that the xbox is better. For media and games the ps3. That controller is over 20 years old. I hate how light it is, the position of the analog sticks etc.
The xbox is just a better gaming system. I actually like the interface of xbox, but I never use it for media.
When xbox 720 or whatever comes out with a bluray, it may the go to machine in the house. (it is noisy though)
A guy who is buying his first gaming system and may not want to spend more (who knows )
I play alot of COD (all of them actually) and for MW3 I first bought in on the ps3 cuz I had some friends that I played online with. I kicked arse in MW3. I levelled up pretty damn fast, and didn't have too many bad games. The new maps were coming out for the Xbox about 3 months early so I bought the xbox mw3 and the competition was notably tougher.
The other thing about the ps3 controller and COD or fps. the R2 and L2 buttons are very stupidly curved downward. Therefore shooting or throwing grenades (if you change the buttons) feels awkard and your finger slips or whatever. (I had to buy these little clip ons that curve the R2 and L2 buttons outward like the xbox).
I don't shiite on either, but for games it is clear that the xbox is better. For media and games the ps3. That controller is over 20 years old. I hate how light it is, the position of the analog sticks etc.
The xbox is just a better gaming system. I actually like the interface of xbox, but I never use it for media.
When xbox 720 or whatever comes out with a bluray, it may the go to machine in the house. (it is noisy though)