I like the PS3's Blu-ray capabilities, but I'm also a big fan of Kinect,
And no, buying both is not an option right now.
And I'm aware that a third-generation Xbox is to be announced at E3.
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Should I get a PS3 or an Xbox 360?
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We've had a lot of these questions so I'll answer them like always:
PS3
It's really not even close. It's by far the best console out on the market. Consider that the US Air Force spent $600K buying PS3s to compute large sets of data since it's a very powerful box considering the price.
Unlike the Wii and Xbox 360, there's no hidden costs, like extra attachments for controllers, wifi enablers, bigger hard drives to buy, proprietary headsets, RRoD, paying to play online, buying battery packs for controllers, and you can use one PS2 controller if you buy a $5 adapter. You can use a simple USB cord to charge the controllers and you likely have a bunch just lying around!
Yes, the PS3 was $600 when it launched, but now it's $249 and you can use an old PS2 controller, just about any bluetooth headset and don't have to pay a cent to play games online. I installed a 500GB harddrive into my PS3 that I bought for $60 on ebay. My fat 80GB that I bought used and plays most PS2 games didn't need the bigger hard drive, but I didn't have to buy a proprietary drive from Microsoft like you would if you bought the $200 Slim Xbox 360. I store pictures, movies, music videos and some songs on my PS3. Everyone I know with an Xbox 360 has had at least 2 of them, if not 4 because of the dreaded Red Ring of Death.
The Wii doesn't do HD, so it really shouldn't even be an option. I may seem snooty, but the difference is big. The Wii also doesn't have the quality selection of games that the true next gen consoles (PS3 and Xbox360) have. Buying all the extra attachments, battery packs, peripherals, etc reveals all the hidden costs that come with buying a Wii.
Even if you don't own any blu rays, having a blu ray player with the PS3 is a big bonus. With RedBox, Netflix, Blockbuster, etc you can see just how awesome the graphics are at 1080p with a blu ray disc. All these consoles do Netflix so that's a wash, but the PS3 also does MLB.tv, NHL gamecenter, Vudu, Hulu+ and just recently NFL Sunday Ticket. If you like simplicity in your living room, the PS3 really does everything.
I have the controllers for the Move, it's PS3's version of the Wii and the motions are much more accurate than the Wii, but it's not a reason to buy the system unless you have kids or hate traditional-sit-on-couch-by-yourself-and-relax gaming. For a light or heavy work out, don't discount the Move games, I have the Sport Champions game and The Fight and both can get your blood going!
Lots of people may say Xbox 360 is better because that's what they have. They have had multiple Xboxes, pay for online gaming and all pretty much play the same game. If you want to be with your friends, just know you're making a decision based on your friends, not the reasonable choice based on the quality of the product. In my experience, people talk more about playing than they actually do. You will save money buying a PS3 and be able to use that money to buy more games instead of battery packs, headsets, Xbox live and a bigger hard drive, not to mention a new console if you buy a used one and you get the RRoD.
I play lots of different games, mostly by myself, but sometimes with other people and love my PS3. It's very flexible in that it can be used in so many different ways and It has everything the Xbox and Wii have, plus it plays blu rays!
PS3
It's really not even close. It's by far the best console out on the market. Consider that the US Air Force spent $600K buying PS3s to compute large sets of data since it's a very powerful box considering the price.
Unlike the Wii and Xbox 360, there's no hidden costs, like extra attachments for controllers, wifi enablers, bigger hard drives to buy, proprietary headsets, RRoD, paying to play online, buying battery packs for controllers, and you can use one PS2 controller if you buy a $5 adapter. You can use a simple USB cord to charge the controllers and you likely have a bunch just lying around!
Yes, the PS3 was $600 when it launched, but now it's $249 and you can use an old PS2 controller, just about any bluetooth headset and don't have to pay a cent to play games online. I installed a 500GB harddrive into my PS3 that I bought for $60 on ebay. My fat 80GB that I bought used and plays most PS2 games didn't need the bigger hard drive, but I didn't have to buy a proprietary drive from Microsoft like you would if you bought the $200 Slim Xbox 360. I store pictures, movies, music videos and some songs on my PS3. Everyone I know with an Xbox 360 has had at least 2 of them, if not 4 because of the dreaded Red Ring of Death.
The Wii doesn't do HD, so it really shouldn't even be an option. I may seem snooty, but the difference is big. The Wii also doesn't have the quality selection of games that the true next gen consoles (PS3 and Xbox360) have. Buying all the extra attachments, battery packs, peripherals, etc reveals all the hidden costs that come with buying a Wii.
Even if you don't own any blu rays, having a blu ray player with the PS3 is a big bonus. With RedBox, Netflix, Blockbuster, etc you can see just how awesome the graphics are at 1080p with a blu ray disc. All these consoles do Netflix so that's a wash, but the PS3 also does MLB.tv, NHL gamecenter, Vudu, Hulu+ and just recently NFL Sunday Ticket. If you like simplicity in your living room, the PS3 really does everything.
I have the controllers for the Move, it's PS3's version of the Wii and the motions are much more accurate than the Wii, but it's not a reason to buy the system unless you have kids or hate traditional-sit-on-couch-by-yourself-and-relax gaming. For a light or heavy work out, don't discount the Move games, I have the Sport Champions game and The Fight and both can get your blood going!
Lots of people may say Xbox 360 is better because that's what they have. They have had multiple Xboxes, pay for online gaming and all pretty much play the same game. If you want to be with your friends, just know you're making a decision based on your friends, not the reasonable choice based on the quality of the product. In my experience, people talk more about playing than they actually do. You will save money buying a PS3 and be able to use that money to buy more games instead of battery packs, headsets, Xbox live and a bigger hard drive, not to mention a new console if you buy a used one and you get the RRoD.
I play lots of different games, mostly by myself, but sometimes with other people and love my PS3. It's very flexible in that it can be used in so many different ways and It has everything the Xbox and Wii have, plus it plays blu rays!
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i have both and use the XBox more for games and the PS3 more as a Blue Ray Player.
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Do you have a preference in the line of exclusive games? That might make a difference. Have you had either of the older systems in the past? You might care about which controller you get for game playing.
I have both and my PS3 has turned into a Blu-ray player only. I did play some games like Uncharted on it, but I just prefer the Xbox. I like the controller better and I like some of their apps, especially their ESPN app if you have a sponsoring ISP so that you can access it. But really, the systems come done to a personal choice.
I have both and my PS3 has turned into a Blu-ray player only. I did play some games like Uncharted on it, but I just prefer the Xbox. I like the controller better and I like some of their apps, especially their ESPN app if you have a sponsoring ISP so that you can access it. But really, the systems come done to a personal choice.
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I would make the decision based on exclusive games first, then consider the online component. Would you rather have a better online experience that more of your friends are probably using, or would you prefer to not have to pay for online access?
As far as games go, it's Uncharted, Resistance, Killzone, GT 5, Little Big Planet, Metal Gear for PS3. Then Halo, Gears, Forza, Fable, Kinect stuff, plus a few I'm probably forgetting for Xbox. The PS3 really has the leg up in terms of the amount of great exclusives, but of course they may not be what you're looking for.
As far as games go, it's Uncharted, Resistance, Killzone, GT 5, Little Big Planet, Metal Gear for PS3. Then Halo, Gears, Forza, Fable, Kinect stuff, plus a few I'm probably forgetting for Xbox. The PS3 really has the leg up in terms of the amount of great exclusives, but of course they may not be what you're looking for.
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If you're interested in playing games online, without a doubt you want the XBox.
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I agree with nitehawk. I just have to add, you might want to wait. Any time within the next 6 months, a PS4 and XBox 720 are going to be announced with primary graphic changes to match with PCs. If you could wait, it would be perfect. However, if you can't wait and if you primarily play first-person shooters, I recommend the XBox, but for anything else PS3.
P.S.: Trust me, I know.
P.S.: Trust me, I know.
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