Xbox or Ps3

[Ghost83]

Although either console will make you happy, for the long run I suggest the PS3. The PS3 has greater untapped potential and will undoubtedly boast a greater lifespan than the Xbox and possibly the Wii.

Blu-ray is now the standard and if you can't wait for prices of standard bluray players to go down, then the PS3 is a clear choice. Microsoft currently has no plans for a bluray extension, however they will have one before the end.

Online with the PS3 is free. I've never liked the idea of paying a monthly fee to enjoy a game I already purchased.

Games, Sony's selection may be somewhat limited now, but they are Sony and can make all sorts of dastardly deals to bring the games to their system.

PS3 is more expensive and certain versions boast backward-compatibility while others do not.

conclusion: if you have the cash, get a PS3. If not, buy a Wii now and wait until Sony drops the prices more. Look at the 2nd and 3rd generation PS2s compared to the original PS2 for an idea of what they will inevitably do with the PS3. You can't go wrong with a Wii in the meantime though.

 

[theincrediblehaxx0r]

buy an n64 at gamestop, the games are $5 at most. so just relax with your donkey kong 64 and your super mario 64 and get some friends over for some classic super smash. and all for under $50.

 

[Occured]

buy an n64 at gamestop, the games are $5 at most. so just relax with your donkey kong 64 and your super mario 64 and get some friends over for some classic super smash. and all for under $50.

Super mario is one of the most stressful games i've ever played!

I've now decided upon buying a PS3 after playing it again today at a mates.

 

[Infernal Dave]

I exercise far too much just want something to relax on

The people on tv that make the commercials make it look like the person has to move their arm 3 feet just to do things. For example, super smash brothers brawl takes movement from your fingers just like any other fighting game.

I would go for a system that:
1. Is going to be entertaining to me, not necessarily to impress my friends. ( <--I feel strong about this)
2. That lets you buy accessories separately. (so I can make choices, and save money)

Online with the PS3 is free. I've never liked the idea of paying a monthly fee to enjoy a game I already purchased.

I hope you don't use this excuse for the wii. Yes the wii requires a USB connector sold separately, but why do you think the ps3 is more expensive? It's basically forcing you to buy it, whilst you have the option to save money if you aren't planning to use the internet or online play.

 

[XSafire]

here are the FACTS
Graphics
XBox 360 and PS3 both use up to 1080i/p Graphics. PS3 just has Blu-Ray, which also runs in 1080i/p, depending on what TV you have. The HD DVD player for Xbox 360 also plays in 1080i/p. The advantage with Blu-Ray is that they are much more popular so you wont find tons of HD DVD's, but a good amount.

Online
PlayStation Network is a basic online network that connects people to eachother to play games with. The only real advantage PlayStation Network has over Xbox Live is that it has a webrowser. but in my opinion, thats what a computer is for.

Xbox Live has tons of capabilities that I'm not even going to mention, because I don't feel like typing. Just look it up on Wikipedia. Some of the features exclusive to Xbox Live are the Xbox Live Marketplace, advanced customization options, game and video download, and much more.

Games
The games for the PS3 are decent. Since the quality of the games are entirely opinionated, I won't go much into this. Let me say this though, I have heard a ton of people discuss Halo 3 in school, and the only game I have heard of that people plan to play together are Guitar Hero 3, and that is Xbox and PS3.

Hardware
The Xbox has a higher "broken" rate then the PS3, which is basically due to the system outperforming the cooling system. Which means that the technology in the Xbox is much higher then the ones in the PS3; that, or the PS3 has a better cooling system.

The only problem I have ever experienced with the Xbox 360 is disc scratches, which is partially my own fault as I moved the console while it was running a game.

Accessories
PS3- PlayStation Eye, BD Remote, Headset
Xbox 360 - Xbox Vision, Xbox Universal Media Remote, Wired Headset, Wireless Headset, Messenger Kit, Xbox HD DVD Player, Play and Charge Kit

Wii
Wii sux ass. Wii=Novelty not for hardcore gaming. Many Glitches.

Japanese /fail
Wii /fail

 

[be ez]

Thats the descision I have to make... I think xbox is a wider used system and better if I want to play live but ps3 has better gfx.

 

[The_Flames]

- Which has better graphics - The PS3 meets this criteria (Not by much.)
- Which has better online play - Xbox360 is amazing at this, so great.
- Which has best games being released. - I would say Xbox360, but thats my opinion.

 

[Rs2Mstevens]

well i like xbox better
but i heard ps3 has better graphics. but ive always been a halo 3 and gears of war fan =P and they dont have em for ps3

 

[Rs2Mstevens]

but if ur use to playing wiht the playstation controller.
then stick with ps3 as long as u have a HD tv =)

 

[d3motic pker]

I have both 360 and ps3..i dont even play my 360 anymore actually im looking to sell it to a friend at school..ps3 has blu-ray and graphics are better..360 is much more geared to friends online, when your in the middle of a game on 360 it tells you when a friend wants to play or wants to chat, and you can chat while playing games..on the ps3 you cant be in game to chat and cant play and be in a private chat. i would recommend the ps3 for graphics and performance, but the 360 for friends online but be prepared to pay for online on the 360...hopes this helps

 

[d3motic pker]

and i forgot ps3's online browser..its pretty fast and theres a way to format your hardrive to play rs

 

[Infernal Dave]

here are the FACTS

Wii
Wii sux ass. Wii=Novelty not for hardcore gaming. Many Glitches.

Japanese /fail
Wii /fail

Glitches? What idiot thought that? I would agree that the wii isn't 'hardcore gaming', but that doesn't make it inutile.

Do you even possess any facts to prove that there are so many glitches, that it needs to be asserted?

What better facts to prove that the wii lacks glitches is having the system in possession? I have, yet, not experienced any glitches.

 

[Occured]

I am going to buy a PS3 due to the type of game I prefer to play. I've looked at the game titles to be released during this year and prefered them to the XBOX. Another thing persuading me was infact the web browser on the PS3 and the controller not needing replacement batteries every 40 hours of use.
I agree the marketplace on the Xbox looks great, but I probabaly wouldn't use it.
I also love the wii, but would call it more of a novelty as it's awkward to play serious games on it.

IF I get more money, I might buy the Ps3 AND the Xbox.

Thankyou everyone for your help!