Video Game Console Poll

[cyronman]

I have sporadically played some 360 whenever I could at my old roommate's place.
And my other friend recently, finally got one as well. I'm very impressed at he games/gameplay, and so now it's about time for me to catch up with the times and put out for the current console.
Only thing, even though I've never played one, I'm somewhat leaning towards a ps3.
Must have something to do with the
80g/new dual shock controller/metal gear 4 bundle coming out this month.
I also just think it looks better, and it has the blu-ray to boot. Plus, my old roommate went through 3 360s.

I also figure the free online play will get a lot of attention, and if there are any exclusive Xbox games I need to play, I'll just let my friends get them. I dunno, then I couldn't borrow from them though...
I've read reviews, watched videos of gameplay on Youtube, IGN, etc. and read the VG threads here on the forum.
I'm still just a coin-toss away from either system.
Just looking for any more volunteered advice from my "pals" here.

P.S. I will NOT be getting a Wii so don't try to convince me!

[CoastieCosta567]

PS3 all the way bro, if you are looking for more realism with game plots and graphics then go PS3, if you are looking for smooth cartoony graphics and plots go 360, I just think PS3 may not offer the amount of games the xbox can right now, but they make it up in cuality and perfomance. PS3 better product, sony, free online, b-ray, and may other things. Xbox is not free online, breaks down all the time, made by Microsoft and the means viruses and hackers. thats just my opinion, go PS3 Bro, .

[etlsport]

i have the 360.. been happy with it.. nice graphics.. fun games.. xbox live is great except for the 10 year olds.. and the 20 year olds who still act like 10 year olds..

have the wii... its fun.. got old fast though.. got mario kart and played it for like a week.. before that hadnt touched it in probably 2-3 months.. good for parties

just bought a ps3.. should be arriving in the next day or two will update when i get it.. but i am pumped about being able to play blu ray.. also looking forward to playing gran tourismo 5

[LittleBeast]

PS3 all the way bro, if you are looking for more realism with game plots and graphics then go PS3, if you are looking for smooth cartoony graphics and plots go 360, I just think PS3 may not offer the amount of games the xbox can right now, but they make it up in cuality and perfomance. PS3 better product, sony, free online, b-ray, and may other things. Xbox is not free online, breaks down all the time, made by Microsoft and the means viruses and hackers. thats just my opinion, go PS3 Bro, .

PS3 all the way!!!!! I am so glad I do not have to sift through so many terrible games like 360 owners. PS3 has just enough quality games to keep you busy more than you could ever need. 1080p through the HDMI Dolby EX for video games and Blu Ray!!!!! What a deal! And netFlix is sending out BluRay's now. I get about 8 BluRay's in the mail a month for $9 a month fee through them. PS3.

[kodiak]

Guess witch system I play games on.

The only problem is a good gaming PC will run you about $1500 and that’s just the pc. The one you see hear I built myself and it cost $2200. The mame box is for when I want to go retro and it cost almost nothing.

[cyronman]

PS3 all the way!!!!! I am so glad I do not have to sift through so many terrible games like 360 owners. PS3 has just enough quality games to keep you busy more than you could ever need. 1080p through the HDMI Dolby EX for video games and Blu Ray!!!!! What a deal! And netFlix is sending out BluRay's now. I get about 8 BluRay's in the mail a month for $9 a month fee through them. PS3.

See, that's what has me leaning in Sony's direction--I'm also in the market for a DVD player, and I don't really need Blu-Ray, but since it's got it...

And pretty much any game I'm interested in for Xbox is available for ps3 as well.

[LittleBeast]

Fixed:

[kodiak]

LOL!!! Guilty as charged. I actually have a 360 I like to play games like Fight Night Round 3 and racing games but for FPSs and MMOs and RTSs. Nothing compares to a PC and 1080p and DTS-HD 7.1 is not a problem.

[circmand]

I'm all grown up and put away my toys and would rather play with a real live women.

Just for laughs so don't take offense (too much)

[VX-157]

I'm all grown up and put away my toys and would rather play with a real live women.

Just for laughs so don't take offense (too much)

My partner and i play MMO's so does that count as playing with a real live women?

[technocoy]

as someone who also owns all three, I would say the 360 at the moment, unless you REALLY love metal gear.

and I'm the guy who refused to buy the first xBox.

There is a HUGE library of very good games already for the 360. The online community is so much more refined since it's paid, and the quality of the online arcade games is great and handled very well.

Now, in favor of the PS3, I LOVE watching bluray movies on my 1080p set. I LOVE playing ninja gaiden, uncharted, and a few other sorted games. I'll definitely be getting metal gear and a few other 1st party titles that are planned this year. I also love how quiet it is compared to my 360.

I find that when i try to play online with many games on the PS3 that most people aren't using headsets and thats annoying when playing a team based game such as COD4 or Vegas or something.

I would say if you are into hard core multiplayer and want as many good games as possible at the moment go with the 360. The exclusives at the moment are many, and of great quality.

If you want the multimedia capabilities of bluray and few REALLY good single player games (exclusives) and amazing build quality go with the ps3. the drive is also VERY easy to swap out for a regular laptop drive on the PS3 where the 360 forces you into their drive for stupid money. (only important really if you plan on putting lots of media on the console.

This is only discussing first party/exclusive titles, obviously there are many titles that are available on both.

I agree that I love the first party titles for my wii, and i use it for playing retro titles, but my 360 and PS3 see much more one on one action.

Good luck!

[circmand]

My partner and i play MMO's so does that count as playing with a real live women?

Only if you get to see boobies

[JHarris1385]

I am a big fan of the Wii. There are some solid one-player and of course you really can not beat their multiplayer games.

[kodiak]

My partner and i play MMO's so does that count as playing with a real live women?

Only if you get to see boobies

Age of Conan! It's a boobie fest.

[Knigh7s]

Im a ps3 guy. love it and never turning back. Counting down the days for MGS!!! Plus BD is great! The free online gameplay is a plus, and the PS Store will be coming out with the movies soon(fingers crossed). PS Home looks pretty sweet, but has been delayed since last year... all in all still a great home entertainment system. What i love about it the most is being able to stream my anime fansubs and recorded tv shows wirelessly to the ps3 and watch it on the hdtv.... for those that are worried about hdd space, there are simple mods to attach a sata 3.5 to replace the 40,60,80gb 2.5 drives...

As for the Wii, its fun, but i cant imagine just sitting there playing a game as i would the ps3 or 360, I would have to have several friends over or a party/bbq to actually have some fun on it...

If i want to play 360 i just go to my friends crib.