PS3 vs Xbox 360: Is it Worth the Wait?

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The discussion revolves around the comparison between the upcoming PlayStation 3 (PS3) and Xbox 360 consoles, focusing on their features, performance, and market positioning. Participants express their opinions on the merits of each console, including hardware specifications, backward compatibility, and target demographics. The conversation also touches on Nintendo's position in the market with its new console.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express a preference for the PS3 due to its advanced features like Blu-ray and the Cell processor, suggesting it has superior performance compared to the Xbox 360.
  • Others argue that both consoles will be impressive, highlighting the realism of the new games, but express uncertainty about the overall impact of the new systems.
  • Concerns are raised about Nintendo's ability to compete, with some participants believing its smaller console design and focus on "cute" aesthetics may hinder its success against the PS3 and Xbox 360.
  • Backward compatibility is discussed, with some participants noting that the PS3 will support PS2 games while the Xbox 360 will have limited compatibility with original Xbox titles.
  • There are mixed feelings about the Xbox 360's controller design, with some finding it cumbersome compared to Sony's controller.
  • Some participants mention the potential high price of the PS3 and speculate on the market strategies of Microsoft and Sony.
  • Discussion includes personal anecdotes about gaming preferences and experiences with previous consoles, particularly the Nintendo GameCube and PSP.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on which console is superior, as multiple competing views remain regarding the strengths and weaknesses of the PS3, Xbox 360, and Nintendo's new console.

Contextual Notes

Participants express various assumptions about performance metrics and market strategies, but these claims are not universally accepted or verified within the discussion.

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Readers interested in gaming technology, console comparisons, and market trends in the gaming industry may find this discussion relevant.

  • #31
on a FF note, FF12 looks so nice...its beautiful lol

but that sort of power isn't really that amazing...because within a gaming system you don't have to leave it so open ended, that system knows exactly what it needs to do and how, whereas on your home computer, it has to wait for you and then process your command and then execute it...and there's other factors - but like he said, anyone worth there comp sci. degree can get it to work
 
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  • #32
exequor said:
Yep you would be able to (smart move by nintendo).

One of the good things is that all the consoles have made their games backward compatible. The ps3 would be able to play all ps2 games but the xbox 360 would play select games from the xbox collection (most likely halo).

Is it a sure thing that Ps2 games will run on the Ps3? As I understood it, Ps1 games would run on the Ps2. They didn't, however. I've tried all my Ps1 games on my Ps2 and they didn't work. Is it possible that the games were unsupported because of my Ps2's model? I haven't tried them in other Ps2's.
 
  • #33
PS2 will run PS1 games. Something must be wrong with your system. You will be able to play PS1 and PS2 games on the PS3.
 
  • #34
exequor said:
I don't think that Nintendo has been on the same page though because I was impressed with the fact that they came out with a very small console but deep down everyone knows that it can't compete with with the PS3 or the Xbox 360. Nintendo just keeps putting themselves in a deeper hole everytime.


Nintendo is in deep trouble it seems... I haven't seen much info on their new console, but I did hear that its going to be DVD based, which I think is a bad move. With the PS3 using Blu-Ray, Nintendo (and the XBOX 360) will again be out classed in storage capacity. I've also heard that it will be again under powered compared to sony and microsoft's consoles. It will also be made small and "cute". Sound familier? The Game Cube and the N64 had these same handicaps, and of course did poorly in the market place. So following that, Nintendo again will run a distant 3rd to the others. Nintendo needs to stop trying for "cute" and go for powerfull.

The only thing that kept Nintendo afloat during these last few years was their portable sales. Nintendo had a portable monopaly. But with the PSP out and (I believe) out selling the DS,I think Nintendo will soon go the way of Sega.

From videos I have seen I wouldn't be suprised if Nintendo Revolution isn't #1 ( in ground breaking technology). Don't know if you all know this but the Revolution is going to have a headset which will be virtual reality which if you walk in real life you move in the game. I saw this video on Gamespots forums. Quite a while ago and don't remember the name.


I just wanted to throw in that I'm having a total gas with the PSP. At first I thought I'd only use it when stuck at the DMV or getting my tires changed, but the feature of turning it on right where you left the last game going is great. The wireless feature of playing against other PSP owners is great too. The graphics are really good, you can download music like for the Ipod, and you can watch movies on it. Great fun.

I love my PSP :!) I can't wait for FF Advent Children. Gonna be a blast.

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Originally Posted by Entropy
Another thing about 360 is it's controler is going to be too much like the crappy XBox controler. Three words: TOO DAMN BIG! How many freakin' buttons do you need?! Sony's PS controller is by far the best controler I've ever used.
I'm not happy with the XBox controller either. It's not the size that bothers me. It's the buttons. They are too small and awkward. The black and white buttons are useless for any kind of fast reaction time. I like the triggers for the XBox. They have good pressure sensitivity and are actually useful, as opposed to the PS controller.

Amen!

JEebus christo no they don't. Microsft CLAIMS a total system performance of 1 teraflop, and that's not all from the processor. The majority is from the GPU. Further, saying 1 teraflop is nothing great is a little short of ridiculous. Less than 500 computers in the world are faster than 1 teraflop. Not 500 models, 500 physical mahcines. Not a single one of them has fewer than 200 processors.

I would like to know where you're getting that information!
 
  • #35
I don't think that Nintendo has been on the same page though because I was impressed with the fact that they came out with a very small console but deep down everyone knows that it can't compete with with the PS3 or the Xbox 360. Nintendo just keeps putting themselves in a deeper hole everytime.

Don't know what you're thinking. Nintendo's Game Cube is a far better console than XBox and I believe the Revolution will be better than XBox 360. The only thing worth while on XBox is Halo and the only thing good on the XBox 360 will probably be Halo 3.
 
  • #36
Entropy said:
Don't know what you're thinking. Nintendo's Game Cube is a far better console than XBox and I believe the Revolution will be better than XBox 360. The only thing worth while on XBox is Halo and the only thing good on the XBox 360 will probably be Halo 3.
As I don't agree with you entropy, it does prove a good point. There wasn't a best in the last generation of consoles (XBOX, PS2, and Gamecube), and there won't be in the next generation. Consoles aren't measured by their power, but the games on it. Different strokes for different folks.
 
  • #37
ps3 is what i would like..
 
  • #38
http://hardware.gamespot.com/Story-ST-15143-2567-x-x-x

Nintendo has released their controller. Thoughts? I like it. You can always count on Nintendo for something original.
 
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  • #39
While I admire Nintendo for there originality, I'm concerned about this new controller. I'm very skeptical that it is a wise choice. I just don't know if I'm going to like it. This controller will either give them the edge to compete with Sony and Mircosoft, or ruin them.