Help choosing a game console

[dr2red]

I am leaning to the Wii but it is expensive and no extra game. I would prefer to play games on my pc but the upgrades needed to play most of the new games makes it cost prohibitive. What about the handheld PSP. Good games come with it for around 200.00. I want Bioshock and Star Wars Battlefront.

Feedback and your personal preferences appreciated.

[Darth Caedus]

Well, the cheapest form of the next gen is the Wii. Compared to the PSP and the Nintendo DS, I think the Wii is a much better investment. With the Wii, it's more interactive, plus you can play with friends and family.

[El Roranous]

Don't go PSP. I feel like Sony didn't do the best they could with that one. I had one and sold it a few months after purchase. I haven't regretted it since.

In my opinion if you want fun games geared more for children go for anything Nintendo like the DS or the Wii.

If you want games that will wow you graphically then go with the Xbox 360 or PS3. Xbox has more games but I prefer the PS3 because of the blu Ray player.

Hope this helps. :)

[King Darkness]

Get a PS3, great console and a Blu-ray player.

[The ill Jedi]

The Wii is fun for it's interactivity.

The PS3 is cool for it's graphics plus you get the added feature of a Blu-Ray player (Bonus!).

The XBOX360 has Bioshock, Halo 3 and Gears of War going for it, not to mention the best online gaming setup.

I love my PS3 and 360, but it all comes down to what kind of games you play and the features you want/need.

[Kabukiman]

You are just asking for fanboy trouble with this thread, Red.

I think the Wii is the best investment because, imo, it's the most fun of the new consoles and it comes with a game compilation (Wii Sports). There is a turn-based strategy Star Trek game coming out for the Wii this month (iirc, you are a bit of a Trekie).

If you want Bioshock and Star Wars Battlefront, your best bet is probably PSP, like you said.

Basically, we need info about your interests to give a good recommendation, but that won't stop the fanboys from turning this thread into a "my system can beat up your system" thread.

[Darth Caedus]

You are just asking for fanboy trouble with this thread, Red.

I think the Wii is the best investment because, imo, it's the most fun of the new consoles and it comes with a game compilation (Wii Sports).

I think you're asking for trouble by saying that...:rotfl:rotfl

[darthviper107]

Xbox 360 has Bioshock, Halo 3, Mass Effect, most of the other hit games coming out this month, really great online service too. Fairly good price, there are bundles now with a couple of games.

PS3 would be OK if it wasn't for that there aren't as many games and the cheaper version is worthless compared to the $500 version that has a lot more space and backwards compatibility.

Wii is OK, fun, cheap. But the games are pretty much restricted to the casual market and many other games are stripped down-PS2 versions of popular games. And the graphics aren't as good.

[darthviper107]

You are just asking for fanboy trouble with this thread, Red.

I think the Wii is the best investment because, imo, it's the most fun of the new consoles and it comes with a game compilation (Wii Sports). There is a turn-based strategy Star Trek game coming out for the Wii this month (iirc, you are a bit of a Trekie).

If you want Bioshock and Star Wars Battlefront, your best bet is probably PSP, like you said.

Basically, we need info about your interests to give a good recommendation, but that won't stop the fanboys from turning this thread into a "my system can beat up your system" thread.

Bioshock is an Xbox 360 Exclusive. And it's a known fact that Star Trek games suck. (It's true, sorry, I had hope but they continue to fail).

[dr2red]

I was an avid Doom player, I have played mostly first person shooters. I don't
like it when choosing weapons etc becomes to complex. Give me a big gun and off I go. I played half life, got stuck and never played again. I played games when we still used floppy drives and 1/4 drives.
So I have played on my computer games on and off over the years. I think one of the first was a golf game. Way long time ago. What games does the Wii have?

[Krayt Dragon]

Wii

Metroid prime
Super mario galaxy
Zelda
SSBM.
Medal of honor heroes 2 (32 player online)
just to name a few...

End of story.



PS3 or Xbox when GTA4 AND Force unleashed comes out.


:D

[darthviper107]

Wii is getting a specific version of Force Unleashed to have some special Lightsaber stuff, so that might be good also.

Although it won't have the graphical stuff of Xbox and PS3.

[Punchy]

The $350 Xbox Pro system comes with Marvel: Ultimate Alliance and Forza 2. Both original Xbox Star Wars Battlefront games are backwards compatible as well. If you are primarily a FPS fan, then the 360 is probably your best bet. And the original Doom is available on Live Arcade.

The Wii is a fun system if you have friends over a lot. It's a good "party system" so far. It can play all the old Gamecube games as well.

The new $399 PS3 just released has axed all backwards compatibility with the PS2. Most of the exciting titles and Home are all scheduled for next year. Sony will be including rumble in the controllers next spring meaning you will need to repurchase controllers if you want that feature. I think PS3 will be a great purchase next holiday.

[BadMoon]

I was an avid Doom player, I have played mostly first person shooters. I don't
like it when choosing weapons etc becomes to complex. Give me a big gun and off I go. I played half life, got stuck and never played again. I played games when we still used floppy drives and 1/4 drives.
So I have played on my computer games on and off over the years. I think one of the first was a golf game. Way long time ago. What games does the Wii have?

360 for you than! First person shooter heaven. Plus you can play with the majority of the Freaks every night. We have a blast!

[Krayt Dragon]

It can play all the old Gamecube games as well.



I keep forgetting that!I have some old GC games i'd love to play again.

[hairlesswookiee]

i'd say it comes down to a 360 or a Wii. if online sounds like something that might interest you than i'd recommend a 360.

[bagelsncheesey]

360, hands down. Best system for the buck right now.

If you want portable, i'm partial to my DS lite.

[carbo-fation]

Original Nintendo! 'Nuff said!:cool:

[Agent23]

If it's all about games, then I would recommend the Wii. If you are into Hi-Def movies and Hi-Def gaming then either go PS3 (Blu-Ray bonus) or the XBOX 360.

Myself, I have the Wii and the PS3, and no plans on getting the XBOX. I have a Toshiba A-20 for my HD DVD player (which is the only reason I considered a XBOX).

Like I said, as far as gaming goes. I love the Wii. My wife actually plays it with me. And, one of the best parts is you can go online to the Nintendo store and buy older games and download them to your Wii, original Nintendo (Super Marios Bros, or Donkey Kong for $5 a piece), Super NES, N64, Sega Genesis, Neo Geo, TurboGrafx 16 (I just bought Bonk's Adventure for $6 the other night, haven't played that one in like 15 years)...

the Wii is "fun", it won't blow you away w/amazing visuals or surround sound. It's all about the fun you had playing games the first time at home probably on the original Nintendo (if your my age). Yet, it is re-inventive all over again w/the controller. Bowling is alot of fun. Plus, the Wii is alot cheaper then the other 2.

My bottom line: I love my PS3, and I love my Wii. But, if I am basing my decision only on gaming. I would choose the Nintendo Wii.

Hope that helps. :)

[Darklord Dave]

Those of you that have more than one console - I'm concerned about HDMI hookups to my TV. There are only 2 for my TV and my TIVO has one and whatever HD player I get will have the other. So those of you who have an Xbox, PS3 and Wii - where do you plug everything in?

[BadMoon]

If it's all about games, then I would recommend the Wii. If you are into Hi-Def movies and Hi-Def gaming then either go PS3 (Blu-Ray bonus) or the XBOX 360.

Myself, I have the Wii and the PS3, and no plans on getting the XBOX. I have a Toshiba A-20 for my HD DVD player (which is the only reason I considered a XBOX).

Like I said, as far as gaming goes. I love the Wii. My wife actually plays it with me. And, one of the best parts is you can go online to the Nintendo store and buy older games and download them to your Wii, original Nintendo (Super Marios Bros, or Donkey Kong for $5 a piece), Super NES, N64, Sega Genesis, Neo Geo, TurboGrafx 16 (I just bought Bonk's Adventure for $6 the other night, haven't played that one in like 15 years)...

the Wii is "fun", it won't blow you away w/amazing visuals or surround sound. It's all about the fun you had playing games the first time at home probably on the original Nintendo (if your my age). Yet, it is re-inventive all over again w/the controller. Bowling is alot of fun. Plus, the Wii is alot cheaper then the other 2.

My bottom line: I love my PS3, and I love my Wii. But, if I am basing my decision only on gaming. I would choose the Nintendo Wii.

Hope that helps. :)

I am worried that you don't have a system that can play Bioshock, GOW, Halo 3, or any other best rated game of the year.

[hairlesswookiee]

I am worried that you don't have a system that can play Bioshock, GOW, Halo 3, or any other best rated game of the year.
lol... exactly. i cant think of any games for the wii that warrant a system purchase.

[KitFisto]

When I was up at Loki's I played his wii ( shut up perverts ) and I have to say that wii sports was a lot of fun. Very interactive and fun. If it didn't have all the interactive stuff I don't see why I'd think about buying one as games are usually on both formats ( PS3 & 360 ).

Wii can be cool for kids too as they actually have to stand up and play the interactive stuff instead of just siting on the couch all the time. Kida already don't go "Outside and play" anymore like when I was a kid so anything that gets them off their asses can't be all bad.

[Darth Loki]

The Wii is not just a 'kiddie' console. It has two of the best games on it, Metroid and the new Zelda. They use the Wii-mote very well and it makes the games a lot more interactive.

But the amount of great games for the 360 seems to be never ending. Bioshock, then Halo 3, now COD4, next Assasin's Creed, best Mass Affect. And let's not forget about the grand daddy of them all, The Force Unleashed.

[mfoga]

Those of you that have more than one console - I'm concerned about HDMI hookups to my TV. There are only 2 for my TV and my TIVO has one and whatever HD player I get will have the other. So those of you who have an Xbox, PS3 and Wii - where do you plug everything in?
I have everything going through my receiver which has HDMI switching. I have the DirecTivo, and DVD player attached to the two HDMI ports, then the 360 and wii attached to the component connections. If i remember correct I could set up one more component device if needed. Then the receiver connects to the TV's HDMI port.

[bagelsncheesey]

Those of you that have more than one console - I'm concerned about HDMI hookups to my TV. There are only 2 for my TV and my TIVO has one and whatever HD player I get will have the other. So those of you who have an Xbox, PS3 and Wii - where do you plug everything in?

Dave, you'll need one of these (or another brand).

http://www.amazon.com/4PORT-Video-Switch-Sources-Monitor/dp/B000Q612GY/ref=sr_1_11/102-1564232-8259342?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1194535891&sr=1-11

HDMI Switch.

[Kabukiman]

where do you plug everything in?

I've been wondering the same thing. There are receivers out there that have a lot of HDMI inputs, but that's a little out of my price range right now. I've been considering a switchbox solution: http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=101&cp_id=10110&cs_id=1011002&p_id=2777&seq=1&format=2

Haven't gotten one yet because it's kind of ugly, black would not fit with all my other silver and white electronics.

[mfoga]

The reciever I got was $450 which is not to bad for having 2 HDMI inputs and 3 componet inputs and HDMI upconversion.

[Darklord Dave]

I was resisting upgrading my receiver, but that's probably what I need to do.

[Agent23]

the Wii doesn't output thru HDMI. It runs thru Component (Red, Green, Blue).

So, no worries there on using an HDMI input on your TV for the Wii.

As far as the XBOX 360. I almost bought it a couple times. But, I figured the big games for it are First-Person-Shooter (Halo, Gears of War, Bioshock, etc.), and since I am not into FPS games. I decided not to buy the system.

[Kabukiman]

the Wii doesn't output thru HDMI. It runs thru Component (Red, Green, Blue).

Also, you have to buy the component cables separately. It ships only with regular yellow rca cables.

[King Darkness]

Nothing to do with this thread, but I just had to say.....

KICK ASS ****IN' SIG DR2RED!!!!

The Kurgan approves!!!!
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b173/dr2red/dr2red.jpg

[dr2red]

Nothing to do with this thread, but I just had to say.....

KICK ASS ****IN' SIG DR2RED!!!!

The Kurgan approves!!!!
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b173/dr2red/dr2red.jpg



Thanks, it's courtesy of MaulFan, he rocks.

[Agent23]

Also, you have to buy the component cables separately. It ships only with regular yellow rca cables.

True. I forgot about that. I nabbed mine at Target, they had the Pelican brand marked down to $12.88

:D

[Prime8]

I've got all 3 of the current consoles. And I can easily say the 360 is the best one overall.

They all get some play time, but if I am playing a game, 80% of the time its on the 360, 10% PS3, 10% Wii.

They are all great, but the lack of games on the PS3 and Wii, make them used far less often.

Xbox Live is also fantastic.

As for multiple hdmi inputs, since its just one plug, i just pop it out of the 360 and plug it into the ps3 when I want to play it. The Wii is on another input.

[Fritz]

I also have all three console and have to say the 360 is the best by far. I use the PS3 typically for bluray movies and I haven't touched the Wii in a while. The PS3 really has nothing gamewise to draw you to it. They Wii is fun for sports games but I'm not a big fan of the wii remote (although I appear to be in the minority) and if you like a mario party type of game you can always get Viva Pinata Party animals for the 360. Bottom line though you can't get Gears of War, Halo 3 or Bioshock for any other system and that should be enough of a factor to sway you towards XBox.

Funny thing though in the last generation of consoles, most of our gameplay (the whole family) was pretty evenly split between the PS2 and the Gamecube with the XBox finishing a distant third.

[Fritz]

Those of you that have more than one console - I'm concerned about HDMI hookups to my TV. There are only 2 for my TV and my TIVO has one and whatever HD player I get will have the other. So those of you who have an Xbox, PS3 and Wii - where do you plug everything in?

Wii - standard video out
PS3 - HDMI + optical audio out
Satellite Receiver - HDMI + optical audio out
XBox 360 - Component + optical audio out

[gambit]

if you are traveling, nothing can beat PSP

I am watching movies, playing games and listening music for hours

it is simply a great device for road

[dr2red]

Thanks for all of the great advice. I am still not sure what to get. I can't afford most of the units. I think I am leaning toward the handheld for convenience. No need to plug it to the tv etc. I would love the xbox 360 but
I had the original xbox and ended up not using it very much. I want ease of use. Pop in the game and away I go. I will go check out the PSP at a local best buy and see if it is really what I want. I assume I can plug in headphones so as to not disturb my husband when he is asleep.

[BadMoon]

Thanks for all of the great advice. I am still not sure what to get. I can't afford most of the units. I think I am leaning toward the handheld for convenience. No need to plug it to the tv etc. I would love the xbox 360 but
I had the original xbox and ended up not using it very much. I want ease of use. Pop in the game and away I go. I will go check out the PSP at a local best buy and see if it is really what I want. I assume I can plug in headphones so as to not disturb my husband when he is asleep.

Actually the Xbox or the Wii are probably the most easiest systems to use. The PS3 has a bunch of weird things you must do. Although I just got Drakes fortune for the PS3 and it might be the best game I've played yet this year. I really am enjoying it. Let us know how you make out.

[dr2red]

Does anyone here have a psp? I am considering the Star Wars version. Is
the Daxter version different or the same?

[NightCreeper]

Wii - standard video out
PS3 - HDMI + optical audio out
Satellite Receiver - HDMI + optical audio out
XBox 360 - Component + optical audio out

You can edit that now, because 99% of 360s (this means even cores and premiums) come with both component and HDMI now.

[Jen]

With the PS3 out now...you can get a pretty inexpensive PS2, which I think is still an awesome console with a lot of great games in it's library. I can't afford to upgrade to the PS3 right now, but still have tons of games I still want to play on the PS2 that will keep me busy for a long time. I don't know if the PS2 has those specific games you want, but they have some great first person shooter games....and I think you would enjoy it better than a PSP. I could never get into those handheld devices....they just weren't as fun for me.

[darthviper107]

Does anyone here have a psp? I am considering the Star Wars version. Is
the Daxter version different or the same?

It does have a headphone jack.

But my brother had one and the controls on the PSP just aren't very good for first-person-shooters so it was a bit annoying. But I'm not sure if they've changed that on the newer PSP's since they're different now.

[dr2red]

I think I am back to getting a regular unit. So what makes the PS3 so great
and why does it need a big hard drive. What is the difference between the Xbox 360 elite and the Arcade version.

Thanks

[darthviper107]

I think I am back to getting a regular unit. So what makes the PS3 so great
and why does it need a big hard drive. What is the difference between the Xbox 360 elite and the Arcade version.

Thanks

The reason I'd get the 80GB PS3 is because it allows you to play PS2 games and then the extra memory helps for game demos and saving stuff.

The difference between the Xbox Elite and Arcade is the hard drive really, which is important. I wouldn't buy an Xbox without a hard drive, you'll want to try out demos at some time in the future and you need to save your games. Plus you might want to download a TV show or rent a movie. And when they start offering the Xbox 1 game downloads in December you'll need a hard drive to save those games. They'll probably be around 1GB-4GB per game, the 20GB Xbox ends up with like 13GB of actual space. And demos can end up being anywhere from 500MB to 2GB.

[BadMoon]

I think I am back to getting a regular unit. So what makes the PS3 so great
and why does it need a big hard drive. What is the difference between the Xbox 360 elite and the Arcade version.

Thanks

At this point I have to put my foot down. :lol

Stop thinking and buy a XBOX 360 allready! That way you can play with the FREAKS! :cool:

[dr2red]

I do think It will be the xbox, it has the best games. HALO, bioshock, Mass Effect, the Simpsons etc. Now I have to figure out which ones is best for my
needs. I wonder if I should wait for boxing day for the sales or just buy it before christmas and pay regular price.

[BadMoon]

I do think It will be the xbox, it has the best games. HALO, bioshock, Mass Effect, the Simpsons etc. Now I have to figure out which ones is best for my
needs. I wonder if I should wait for boxing day for the sales or just buy it before christmas and pay regular price.

I would say you are ok to buy now. I don’t see another price cut until mayber summer or next fall. They are also doing a promotion right now where you get two free games right in the box (Forza, Marvels Ultimate Alliance). It is also a must to pick up Halo 3 and Call of Duty 4. That way you can get your FREAK on and play with us.

[dr2red]

I would say you are ok to buy now. I don’t see another price cut until mayber summer or next fall. They are also doing a promotion right now where you get two free games right in the box (Forza, Marvels Ultimate Alliance). It is also a must to pick up Halo 3 and Call of Duty 4. That way you can get your FREAK on and play with us.

I haven't played HALO before so you guys would massacre me.:lol

[darthviper107]

Also, this week during Black Friday they've got some bundle deals where you can get like an extra wireless controller or something with a new console.

[dr2red]

Also, this week during Black Friday they've got some bundle deals where you can get like an extra wireless controller or something with a new console.

Unfortunately I live in Canada and we don't have Black and White Friday.
Even if we did I would be stuck at work.

I have decided to get a Xbox360 Elite so I can play Halo 3 and die a horrible
death.

[BadMoon]

I haven't played HALO before so you guys would massacre me.:lol

It doesn't matter. We all have fun. Except Kit, he has been known to throw a controller or two at you through the TV! :monkey3

Seriously we don't play all serious and stuff. Unless we are playing our tournament. Which actually has been never anymore. :lol We can't wait to have another member online with us. :cool:

[mfoga]

It doesn't matter. We all have fun. Except Kit, he has been known to throw a controller or two at you through the TV! :monkey3

Seriously we don't play all serious and stuff. Unless we are playing our tournament. Which actually has been never anymore. :lol We can't wait to have another member online with us. :cool:

Not serious? We all want to win when we play. We are not stupid little kids who talk all kinds of crap after and before games, well unless it just for fun:D. I would say we are serious when we pplay but let it take away from the fun.