Duxxy3
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You're crazy.
Considering selling largely unused PC in favor of PS4 Pro, want advice on sale method
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You're crazy.
SeeNoWeevil
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Suggesting you would favour a console over PC on the Internet never ends well. It's one of those things best kept to yourself.
I don't have a PC for almost four years now. I'm buying a house this month.
Do what you want with what i'm saying.
Checkerboard Render
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Reply #354 that's devoid of any reasoning, check
Hmm... the desktop to laptop move sounds reasonable, but the PS4 to pro doesn't. So, sell PC, buy laptop and keep old PS4.
That name lol.
Recently got a PC for gaming after being a console gamer for 25 years. To be honest, it has been a steep learning curve and I am still not sure that I made the best decision. Maybe I should have gone with the Pro. Yes, the games are cheaper but it can be a real pain getting certain games to run well. My first purchase was Mankind Divided and I have spent hours trying to get the game running. My PC should have no problem running the game but it does (it stutters loads on all settings but runs at 60 + fps). At least with the Pro you know the game has been optimised for the hardware and will run without major issues. Yes, it doesn't doesn't look as good or perform as well, but you are always certain it will work. Also the whole controller support issue for PC gaming is a joke. Hope the recent steam update for the DS4 will help.
Consoles still have a place because PCs still aren't plug and play.
Consoles still have a place because PCs still aren't plug and play.
ArtHands
Thinks buying more servers can fix a bad patch
Well the 'multiplayer community with his friends' is a subjective point. I am talking from the objective points.
When is that not the case? I havent configurate my Logitech controller once across my library like Batman Arkham games, Final Fantasy, Deus Ex Human REvolution, Dragon Ball Xenoverse, Hotline Miami, Resident Evil games etc.
TheAdmiester
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But Checkerboard Render telling someone that PC is a niche is perfectly fine?
You're not very subtle.
killatopak
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Pay where you play.
Checkerboard Render
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...why? Even if he just has a 1080p TV, he'll def get some advantages. When he sells the PS4 it will likely end up a $200 upgrade price. A nominal upgrade for a nominal fee.
Memorabilia
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You're right. It sounds crazy.
Checkerboard Render
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Read the post. Desktop home PC's are a niche, and are becoming more so as years go by. Laptops absolutely dwarf desktop sales, and that's against a PC market that's been in decline for years.
Peter Ian Staker
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You don't need much reasoning beyond: its a good PC so you don't want to get rid of it unless you really don't like gaming on PC anymore
TheAdmiester
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Precisely. Most people here are missing the fact that the OP already has a PS4. Having a PS4 and a PC with a 970 makes the Pro utterly pointless.
potatohead
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Unless all the games you play are also gonna be on ps4 anyway it doesn't make that much sense.
Which makes me ask why u wasted money buying a gaming pc in the first place because it seems u don't really play pc exclusive games if you're thinking of doing this.
2 mistakes don't cancel each other out. This will be a net loss for you of hundreds of dollars lmao
Which makes me ask why u wasted money buying a gaming pc in the first place because it seems u don't really play pc exclusive games if you're thinking of doing this.
2 mistakes don't cancel each other out. This will be a net loss for you of hundreds of dollars lmao
Checkerboard Render
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It's a gaming system. Enjoyment is subjective when it comes to what aspect you get that enjoyment from.
Lol, what? I don't think you know what this word means.
"None of my friends are playing this game I bought. This sucks."
"Well yes, but you have more precision control with mouse. That is objective."
Really, wtf.
I'm not talking about your controller, I'm talking about PC gaming in general being just plug and play. It's not the case, there are invariably quirks that you don't run into with nearly the same frequency as console games.
CosmicQueso
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Pressure relief valve. Lest everyone eat each other.
SmokedMeat
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I stopped paying for PS Plus and bought a new car the following year.
Checkerboard Render
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...like the OP actually said.
John Kowalski
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but how will you make sweet gifs??
Peter Ian Staker
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Then why is he asking our opinion?
Was a rhetorical question. We all know the answer.
Fbh
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Play on what's better for you.
I'm in a similar situation though I don't own a PC.
It's the better platform but most games I'm looking forward to are either exclusives or console only AND almost all my friends are on Ps4.
So I want a PC but I have to wonder if the investment is worth it just to play single player multiplatform games (and single player PC/Microsoft exclusives).
If I was in your situation I'd keep the PC and enjoy the best of both worlds. But it will depend on whats best for you.
I'm in a similar situation though I don't own a PC.
It's the better platform but most games I'm looking forward to are either exclusives or console only AND almost all my friends are on Ps4.
So I want a PC but I have to wonder if the investment is worth it just to play single player multiplatform games (and single player PC/Microsoft exclusives).
If I was in your situation I'd keep the PC and enjoy the best of both worlds. But it will depend on whats best for you.
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TheAdmiester
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The same OP also asked if it's a dumb idea, and it is, hence the responses. Why is that so hard to grasp?
That's why I said fix that problem rather than go through all the hassle to downgrade his gaming equipment. If OP doesn't know any good PC exclusive games, he could ask GAF for recommendations. And I guess OP had some intentions to use his PC when he bought it. Buying a PC without intentions to use it does defy logic, so he should just start using it. If OP goes through with his plan, he has just lost money for nothing. But right now it's not too late.
Ok it makes a bit more sense to change your desktop PC to laptop if you indeed have a need for a portable PC. But then again as you earlier stated money isn't really an issue. So best option would be to get a good enough laptop for gaming too.
Checkerboard Render
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...but given his criteria, it's not a dumb decision at all. Why is it so hard to read?
PartTimeWarrior
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Stick with your PC and the regular ps4. Best of both worlds
TheAdmiester
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Because given his criteria of "I have a PS4", it absolutely is.
PC to Pro would be a massive downgrade, why not keep the PS4 and PC and have the best of both worlds or simply get rid of the PS4 for a Pro? You're missing out on a shit ton of amazing games if you restrict yourself to only being with Sony.
And before you respond with "because there's nothing he wants on PC", that's a total non answer. There are so many options that EVERY person will have something they like, they just need pointing in the right direction.
Checkerboard Render
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...he did use it initially. But his friends ended up on the PS4, and the PC gathered dust as a gaming PC as time went on. So since it's not getting use as a gaming system, he figured he might as well get the maximum value he can for it and put it towards a laptop and a Pro which he'll actually use for gaming.
...as opposed to letting something depreciate further that doesn't get use?
I'm in the reverse situation. I just got all the parts in to build a monster of a PC, and I know that I'll be set with it for at least 4-6 years. The way console releases are becoming more and more incremental is quite frankly frightening. The PS4 Pro isn't a good look for that IMO.
everthustodeadbeats
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The Pro and Scorpio coming later have completely thrown out any wish for me to get a gaming PC. If I was a PC gamer, I'd already have a gaming PC.
To the OP, I'd keep the PC. You'll miss it and cheaper game prices.
To the OP, I'd keep the PC. You'll miss it and cheaper game prices.
SmokedMeat
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You've probably commented more in this thread then OP. You're really vested in OP's decision lol
Ivory Samoan
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After seeing OPs specs (pretty awesome rig, 970/16 etc), I wouldn't get rid of it; since it's still more powerful than the Pro, and you would still have access to 60fps gaming (this is key for me, might not be for OP though).
Since he doesn't need the money, I would keep it just for single player 60fps in games and the odd PC exclusive...unless MP is all that tickles OPs fancy.
Since he doesn't need the money, I would keep it just for single player 60fps in games and the odd PC exclusive...unless MP is all that tickles OPs fancy.
Checkerboard Render
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Nope.
He's already gone from PC to PS4. So apparently he's fine with the potential downgrade, which will be far less with the Pro (and debatable at all on a technical level with some multiplatform titles with a Pro patch - it's a 970, not a 1070).
Selling his PS4 will likely get him to just over half the cost of the Pro, so it's not a simple swap. And as he's said, he wants to get a laptop, primarily for classes, which makes far more sense than a desktop.
He can take the money he gets from the sale now before it depreciates further, get a more suitable PC platform for his needs, and a superior version of the gaming platform he actually uses.
...assuming:
1. These games won't play decently on his eventual laptop purchase.
2. He actually has time for these games outside of the multiplatform titles, multiplayer and PS4 exclusives.
There are likely a fair number of WiiU and Xbone games I would get enjoyment out of, but like everyone I factor in the cost and time expenditure I would need to potentially enjoy them. If it were a simple matter of being 'restricted' by one or two platforms, then the only 'logical' choice would be to purchase every possible gaming platform.
Toni
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He's not using his gaming PC. Might as well spend it on something he WANTS to use and guarantees prolong use since his friends are on the PS4.
TheAdmiester
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Yes.
But considering your username, the endless defence of the PS, and the fact that you seem more sure about OP's decision than the OP themself, says to me that this isn't really worth arguing anymore, so have a nice day.
Mr Fahrenheit
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This is a severe case of being lost in the sauce.
Patrick Young
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I think OP will regret his decision in 12-18 months.
Not worth it, it's still just PS4.
Checkerboard Render
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Airtight right here
ArtHands
Thinks buying more servers can fix a bad patch
Its these objective points that also partially impact how much enjoyment people play games outside of being able to play with friends.
Like he said, he already has a PS4 and is going to purchase a PS4 Pro regardless, and having a PC around means he can have 2 entirely different libraries, or in other words, has access to a much wider variety to choose from. When he's not playing with friends, he can play SP game with superior performance on PC.
But since his habit is entirely on playing with friends, and don't get about playing games with better performance or reaping other benefits of PC gaming, and he don't see it changing in the foreseeable in the near future, he's better off letting his rig being used by other owners who deserves it since they will be using them more often.
And PC can be as plug and play as the console if you want. The fixes/patches/updates commence downloading automatically in the background when Steam is launch, and you can set Steam to launch as soon as you boot up your computer. The whole process isn't very different from console.
seems his question is entirely different from the OP.
TheAdmiester
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I don't think a loss/waste of money this big is appropriate for a regret thread, it'd be a much better idea to explain why not to do it in the first place.
I guess if it makes sense for you then do it. I was a 30 year console gamer until reading GAF convinced me to get a PC a few years ago. Never. Going. Back. I'll always have consoles for exclusives but I'll never be without a PC again. From the day I got my first gaming PC it's been hooked up to the 75 inch in the living room with all of my other consoles. I only had it hooked to a monitor for 5 minutes while I set everything up to plug it into the TV.
My PC is basically a super console that also does a ton of other shit. I don't play KB/M unless it's an older game that doesn't easily support controllers. Wireless 360 controller from day one. My Xbox arcade stick works for emulation, my DFGT wheel works with no problem after all of these years and there's a shitload of games from before I bought my PC that still works. Games I bought 3 years ago will work. Games I buy in 6 years will work. The compatibility is crazy! Mods, trainers (since console shitted away fun cheat codes), my choice of effects or framerate (or both with a GPU upgrade)...after being tied exclusively to consoles I can't be without a PC.
I know I'm not getting the absolute most out of my PC being that I mostly use it as a super console but I love it and maybe I'll dig into some of the really PC-centric software eventually. But as it stands it's been really dope. I've been using it for VR for 3 years now and currently have a Vive on my main PC. That's another thing. No rules on PC. It's the wild west! It's where the cutting edge happens and that's exciting.
So that's my personal view. If you have zero interest in PC gaming then try to sell it for as much as possible. How much other people enjoy the PC has no bearing on you so just do what you want. I couldn't do it. There's just too much gaming for this gamer to miss. But if the boat has passed you buy then sell. Sell awayyy ⛵
My PC is basically a super console that also does a ton of other shit. I don't play KB/M unless it's an older game that doesn't easily support controllers. Wireless 360 controller from day one. My Xbox arcade stick works for emulation, my DFGT wheel works with no problem after all of these years and there's a shitload of games from before I bought my PC that still works. Games I bought 3 years ago will work. Games I buy in 6 years will work. The compatibility is crazy! Mods, trainers (since console shitted away fun cheat codes), my choice of effects or framerate (or both with a GPU upgrade)...after being tied exclusively to consoles I can't be without a PC.
I know I'm not getting the absolute most out of my PC being that I mostly use it as a super console but I love it and maybe I'll dig into some of the really PC-centric software eventually. But as it stands it's been really dope. I've been using it for VR for 3 years now and currently have a Vive on my main PC. That's another thing. No rules on PC. It's the wild west! It's where the cutting edge happens and that's exciting.
So that's my personal view. If you have zero interest in PC gaming then try to sell it for as much as possible. How much other people enjoy the PC has no bearing on you so just do what you want. I couldn't do it. There's just too much gaming for this gamer to miss. But if the boat has passed you buy then sell. Sell awayyy ⛵
>-Baron-Spamedi-<
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You've answered you're own questions.
You don't need a PC. The laptop/notebook covers your workshop/study needs.
You've clearly expressed that the PS4 Pro will cover your gaming needs and selling the PS4 to help fund it is perfectly sensible in that regard.
Of course the people who sit in their dungeons for hours a day switching options on and off just so they can masturbate over the 5fps increase they get are going to call you crazy.
Why wouldn't they?
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