Should I buy a PS3 or xBox.

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#1 jamieslucky7
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I am planning on buying either a PS3 or XBOX 360. As long as both systems are decent for online gaming I'll be happy. Surely the PS3 isn't bad, just not as good as XBOX Live? I'll probably use it to play AVI movies I download. I'm not fussed about Blu-ray as I'm not planning on buying any Blu-rays. Games I'm interested in: Unchartered 2, GTA IV, MGS4, COD Modern Warfare 2, Forza 3, GT5. I guess that selection suggests I should go for the PS3. How do you see the 2 consoles in the future for games? Is the PS3 going to get better and better? Will the XBOX manage to stay with the PS3? Thanks for your input.
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#2 siddhu33
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Buy the Xbox first, as you are not fussed about Blu-Ray, then buy a PS3 soon after.

EDIT - Whoops, didn't see the games you are interested in. Get a PS3 First actually, then get the Xbox soon after.

Problem solved, Fanboy war averted.

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#3 dragonfly110
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it depends how much money ioyou have, if you have more money get a 360 as while it costs money live is a more active and higher quality online the nPSN, however if you dont have much get the PS3, while true the online is slightly worse its still really good and the differences are minimal.

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#4 OPuniverse
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get a ps3 since most of the games u wanna play are on ps3. I'm sure that ps3 and 360 are head-on with each other, so whichever u pick will go well either way.

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Depends on the controller you prefer for shooters.

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#6 siddhu33
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it depends how much money ioyou have, if you have more money get a 360 as while it costs money live is a more active and higher quality online the nPSN, however if you dont have much get the PS3, while true the online is slightly worse its still really good and the differences are minimal.

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I reckon looking at the games that he wants, he should get a PS3 anyway, as there are only a few in his wishlist that are available on 360.

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#7 dragonfly110
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[QUOTE="dragonfly110"]

it depends how much money ioyou have, if you have more money get a 360 as while it costs money live is a more active and higher quality online the nPSN, however if you dont have much get the PS3, while true the online is slightly worse its still really good and the differences are minimal.

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I reckon looking at the games that he wants, he should get a PS3 anyway, as there are only a few in his wishlist that are available on 360.

you do got a point there, I was basing my post off of what he put in the beginning about ow he wanted good online. But yea with those games he should definetly go for the PS3.

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#8 SolidTy
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I read your OP three times.

It seems like you would like the PS3 better, however, both consoles are great. Judging fairly and honestly from analyzing your OP, the PS3 is a way to go.

Also, I would get a HDTV down the road, to enjoy whatever console you choose, and if that happens to be a PS3, you are in for a wonderful Blu Bonus and surprise.:)

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#9 PAL360
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I prefer the 360 mostly for its bigger and (imo) better lineup

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#10 finalstar2007
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I would say get the ps3, it already have great library of games and the future line up of games is just amazing + free online and blu-ray :). what more should i add.. get yourself a ps3 :)

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#11 mgkennedy5
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Well, buy the one you want the most games for, that's what it really comes down to
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#12 jamieslucky7
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I would say get the ps3, it already have great library of games and the future line up of games is just amazing + free online and blu-ray :). what more should i add.. get yourself a ps3 :)

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Which games look amazing? There is no chance of me buying both. I prefer using a mouse for shooting games, but I'll be fine with either controller. I've heard the 360 controller is better (it looks it ergonomically) but that's pretty subjective. I have a HD TV (720p). I guess my main concern is whichever I choose will last me a good few years and have plenty of good games. I have also heard the PS3 hasn't fulfilled its potential GFX wise whereas developers are already getting the most out of the XBOX. About the online experience, MS or SONY update them all the time, so PSN in the future at least could be better than LIVE.
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#13 gtracer65
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If you have more money, buy a ps3. free online, free wifi (if you use it)

If you want RRoD, Halo, and have less money, get a 360.

It's either an idiot who hates ps3, or genious who hates 360. you can own BOTH

ps3, however, has the better future for games

-MAG, Gran Turismo 5, ModNation Racers,Fairytale Fights + Ratchet and Clank 3(both in 2 days, same day), Heavy Rain, God of War 3, etc.

what does 360 have for next year, besides Halo Reach?

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#14 finalstar2007
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[QUOTE="finalstar2007"]

I would say get the ps3, it already have great library of games and the future line up of games is just amazing + free online and blu-ray :). what more should i add.. get yourself a ps3 :)

jamieslucky7

Which games look amazing? There is no chance of me buying both. I prefer using a mouse for shooting games, but I'll be fine with either controller. I've heard the 360 controller is better (it looks it ergonomically) but that's pretty subjective. I have a HD TV (720p). I guess my main concern is whichever I choose will last me a good few years and have plenty of good games. I have also heard the PS3 hasn't fulfilled its potential GFX wise whereas developers are already getting the most out of the XBOX. About the online experience, MS or SONY update them all the time, so PSN in the future at least could be better than LIVE.

Indeed, PSN gets updated all the time and they get a lot of promotions like a sale for a couple of games or somtimes offer a game for free for a limited of time, good games like Uncharted series, god of war series, demon souls if you like RPG's, valkyria chronicles, final fantasy 13 which was developed on ps3 first, GT5 and many more, i say you should look at some of the games both consoles have and dicide tho personally i prefer the ps3 for its games, free online, sony alwaus updating their system, blu-ray, web browsing etc.

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#15 SirSiddy01
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Get a wii...lol kidding go for a ps3 if you're really intrested in the games you listed.

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#16 R_MAHIL
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going buy your list of games it would be ps3. but personally i would go for 360. better exclusives, better controller, better graphics for multiplats, better online.
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#17 taj7575
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Your games you are interested in suggest PS3, so yes, get a PS3.

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#18 gnr112
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I've owned an xbox360 since it came out, and recently bought a ps3. Both systems have their own pros and cons. But I'd say pick the ps3 first since most of the games you want are on ps3. As for differences between these 2 consoles, I would definitely prefer ps3 over xbox360. Paying for xbox live, in my opinion, is ridiculous. However, I do think that xbox360 offers friendlier interface on every aspect, althought it might be because i'm too used to it. But yah, Ps3 definitely gives you more than xbox360 does for the same price. Free online gaming, wifi, bluetooth, blu-ray.... One interesting point someone mentioned that "depends on which controllers you prefer to play shooters", I think it's MUCH easier play shooters with xbox360 controller. But then again, you can always learn and get used to ps3 controllers. Conclusion, ps3 is the way to go!