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PS3 + Nintendo Rev combo for the win?
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evilromero
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Only problem I see is the aesthetic appeal of having a PS3 next to a RVN. If the PS3 can manage a more attractive and modern design then I see no problem. It's just that the RVN is so damned purtty and compact.
I don't understand the whole PS3 and X360 will have all the same games nonsense. Look at this year, Xbox - even though its on its final legs - has 3 major 3rd party exclusives the PS3 doesn't have: Half Life 2, Doom 3, Farcry Instincts. It is a fallacy to assume both systems will have all the same games. There will be a large number of distinct, high profile titles exclusive to each system.
So my next gen combo right now is PS3 and X360. Sony has done a great job as a publisher over the Playstation and now Playstation 2 era, and I expect this to happen with PS3. Sony is racking up one hell of a development support base of their own. Personally, I think Sony has surpassed Nintendo as a first party publisher for games. For this reason alone I'll pick up a PS3 for their first party releases. Heavenly Sword and Warhawk yummm. Oh, and MGS4 and DMC4.
Having said this, I'll probably pick up a Revolution when the price is right to see what the fuss is about. I.E. 99 bucks.
So my next gen combo right now is PS3 and X360. Sony has done a great job as a publisher over the Playstation and now Playstation 2 era, and I expect this to happen with PS3. Sony is racking up one hell of a development support base of their own. Personally, I think Sony has surpassed Nintendo as a first party publisher for games. For this reason alone I'll pick up a PS3 for their first party releases. Heavenly Sword and Warhawk yummm. Oh, and MGS4 and DMC4.
Having said this, I'll probably pick up a Revolution when the price is right to see what the fuss is about. I.E. 99 bucks.
Mrbob said:
You know, maybe it's that both of their controller's layouts are nearly the goddamn exact same thing as the last generation. Or maybe it's that their new consoles focus on nothing but faster specs. Or maybe it's that there have been and will be so many more mergers in an increasingly low-margin industry that every game that can be played on two systems should be designed multi-platform.
You put an X360, a PS3, and a Rev next to each other and I think there's a pretty clear fucking difference as to which one is the odd one out.
If you had to choose any two systems from three, where two of them followed an extremely similar paradigm with an 80% port rate of big-money games, why would you pick the two similar ones over the better of the similars (PS3) and the one that offers some variety (Rev)? I think the rationale behind why so many people are declaring PS3 + Rev as the new two console future is pretty damn clear.
Variety is good.
ratcliffja
Member
If MGS4 really looks THAT good in realtime and PS3 is affordable without selling my firstborn, I'll definitely get it along with the Revolution. I'm sure the Rev will be quite affordable considering Nintendo's tradition of $200 or less systems. It'd be nice to have Rev for the innovative peripherals and crazy new motion games along with Nintendo's traditionally great titles, but it's highly unlikely that they'll be able to come near PS3 in terms of graphics. When I want a really pretty game, especially one in the MGS or FF family, I'll turn to PS3. I may have to hold off on PS3 for a price drop, though, if it's too ridiculously expensive.
Juice said:
-Price
-Online
-Hard drive
-Western genres
-No waiting for games out of Japan
-I won it in a contest
-It comes out first
-Tecmo
-Microsoft Games Studio
Plus, the underdog can surprise you with support.. But I agree that "X console" with Revolution is a better combo than PS3/360.
However, I thought Xbox/Gamecube was a great combination this generation, because it really covered a lot of genres and offered great graphics and online at the same time.
siamesedreamer
Banned
Um........Xbox Live?
WrathOfOtaibah
Banned
Just get them all. It will also save yourself from whining about how this kickass X360 game isn't going to be on PS3 or Revolution. Then plague the boardspace by asking if its worth a buy or not.
Dumbass controller or not, I'm still sold on Revolution but I say I must own the white version. Xbox360, retard pack or not, I'm buying it (Premium). PS3? Hell yeah.
Fools.
Dumbass controller or not, I'm still sold on Revolution but I say I must own the white version. Xbox360, retard pack or not, I'm buying it (Premium). PS3? Hell yeah.
Fools.
Juice said:
I'm saying Sony is a better first party publisher than Nintendo now, and publishes more types of games *I'm* interested in. This is my reasoning for getting a PS3 instead of the Revolution as a two console combo punch. Plus the PS3 will get high profile releases like MGS4, DMC4. FF13 and Dragon Quest 9 will follow. Playstation 3 will get the big boys.
At the moment, Xbox 360 control pad is clearly ahead of the boomerang and it looks much more comfortable than swinging around a remote control. Why redesign the S pad anyway? With some subtle changes the X360 controller is officially the best next gen controller to game on. Maybe you think slashing yourself is cool, but it is the same shit repackaged in a new format. That isn't too exciting to me.
As for your last statement, I agree. Variety is good. I want the highest number of quality games to buy so this is why I'll be getting a PS3 and X360 off the bat. I'm not going to cry about missing the occasional Revolution big release like I didn't care missing the occasional Gamecube big release. Besides, I'll buy a Revolution eventually just like I bought a Gamecube eventually. We'll see if the Revolution has enough pull for me to keep it, unlike Gamecube.
I won't buy a system based on controller design alone. Otherwise I wouldn't be getting a PLAYSTATION 3.
Leatherface
Member
360 and Rev for me this gen. Sorry Sony! =_(
Speevy said:
Yeah, there's nothing wrong with the X360/Rev combo, either. I personally see myself getting more mileage out of the games that'll show up on the PS3, and since ports will likely look better on it, I'm getting that one.
I also did the GameCube/Xbox combo for a good chunk of this generation, and aside from playing the PS2 when I came home from school on vacations, that alone seemed to cover my bases well.
RedBeard said:
I'm a moron for saying that the PS3 is going to be a stronger platform than the Xbox 360?
The 360 has neither the overwhelming marketshare nor the most powerful system going into this generation, and Microsoft's failed to find a reason to make it appealing to anyone without an HDTV and nothing to do on the weekends.
The system's not out yet and already most publishers are saying that their target platform for the next generation is the PS3, because it'll not only be more powerful but also more likely to be instantly relevant on the marketplace.
Excuse me for betting on the horse whose legs are made out of fucking steel.
xabre said:
:lol
This isn't a "discussion".
You buy the systems that have the games you like, period. Anyone deciphering which combo is objectively "for the win" before any of them are even out (and before they've even seen any games for the Revolution) is a fucking moron.
Juice said:
Yes, you are. It's your platform of choice, not the "stronger" one.
I have enough disposable income to purchase all three consoles, but I only have time to get my money's worth out of two at the most.
So it'll be PS3 + Rev for me eventually (I'm still not committed to buying anything on the launch date), and I'll live without the 360 exclusives.
So it'll be PS3 + Rev for me eventually (I'm still not committed to buying anything on the launch date), and I'll live without the 360 exclusives.
Redbeard said:
Kid A buys a Gizmondo and pays $250. (as if they'd cost that little)
Kid B buys a PSP for the same price.
Kid A ends up with less good games to play than Kid B.
Kid B benefited from investing in the stronger platform.
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There's an objective difference between which the stronger platform will be. Things like:
-Number of games available
-Which system has the better version of multi-platform games.
-Which system ghetto rappers play, which determines which is cooler and more likely to make you feel like you might get laid. Which you still won't, because you play videogames.
Redbeard said:
Anyone who smugly insults someone for going to good lengths explaining their position and detailing their opinion is a fucking tool. Shall we continue playing the insult game, or are you going to accept other peoples subjective opinions and leave it at that?
Oh and for the record Mrbob and Juice were involved in a ‘discussion’.
EternalDarko
Member
Most likely all 3 for me. X360 at some point down the line, PS3 and Rev at launch.
WrathOfOtaibah
Banned
After reading all these new kickass PS3 announcements, its going to be:
PS3 - At launch
Xbox 360 - The following Spring (two price drops by then probably)
Revolution - About 2-3 years into its life (when all the great games are out instead of waiting a long time for new releases like GC)
For me anyway.
PS3 - At launch
Xbox 360 - The following Spring (two price drops by then probably)
Revolution - About 2-3 years into its life (when all the great games are out instead of waiting a long time for new releases like GC)
For me anyway.
Mrbob said:
Oh, well hey. If the games exclusive to the PS3 and the 360 clearly outweigh your interest in Rev games, then of course go with them.
It is all about the games, I just think the current setup of two handles, two analogs, and no room for change at all is a kind of unhealthy place to be in. Even if the Revolution's controls end up not being sexual, as long as the market has room for someone continually in the kitchen, trying new things, I'll be happy.
But yeah, you gotta buy what has the games you want. I know I'm going to need my "normal" console games by way of either PS3 or 360, but I'm more than a little enticed by all of the opportunities that Nintendo's new input method can afford designers.
The few truly potent games on the DS have done well to convince me, "It's the Controller, Stupid."
Input and content are both what drive immersion, so it'd be just as bad for the Revolution's games to be really weak in content if the 360/PS3 titles are offering up truly artistic content with the same old input mechanisms. You gotta go with where you're going to have the most fun, immersive experience.
I'm just an input whore. Nothing gets me into a game faster than a control scheme that makes me feel like the character is an extension of my body. Halo 1's a great example of this--with that game I felt like the character reacted very organically to the controller. Even though Halo 2 was an upgrade in every sense, they just did something to the controls where that organic feeling was completely ruined, and I couldn't get into it for the life of me.
I'll wait too see what games are announced for each of the respective systems before I make my choice.
I'll definitely pick up the Rev, if for nothing more that the novelty factor. That cooking section in the video sold me on it. :lol Also, the fact that I can download the library of classics and sell off the endless carts and systems I have stacked in my basement is a plus.
Between the PS3 and 360, though, I'm not sure. I really like Perfect Dark, Crimson Skies, and Halo series and they are on the 360. But, MGS4 looks really nice, and if more companies can offer that kind of output on the PS3, then that might be the system.
Regardless though, I won't be able to afford any of the systems when they launch, so that gives me some time to see what each system offers before making my final decision anyway.
I'll definitely pick up the Rev, if for nothing more that the novelty factor. That cooking section in the video sold me on it. :lol Also, the fact that I can download the library of classics and sell off the endless carts and systems I have stacked in my basement is a plus.
Between the PS3 and 360, though, I'm not sure. I really like Perfect Dark, Crimson Skies, and Halo series and they are on the 360. But, MGS4 looks really nice, and if more companies can offer that kind of output on the PS3, then that might be the system.
Regardless though, I won't be able to afford any of the systems when they launch, so that gives me some time to see what each system offers before making my final decision anyway.
cubicle47b
Member
Xbox 360 / Revolution here. I'm sticking with the Xbox 360 as my platform of choice. The controller is perfect, the system is powerful enough, I like Xbox Live, and it covers the genres I play a lot well (FPS, racing). And it's here soon.
I'll buy a Revolution just to play with the controller (Wario Ware with that thing is going to be the shit) and play any Intelligent Systems games that come along.
I'll buy a Revolution just to play with the controller (Wario Ware with that thing is going to be the shit) and play any Intelligent Systems games that come along.
fortified_concept
Banned
Redbeard said:
...said the great poster. The poster who has spend his entire day name-calling others and bashing GAF.
Well, Nintendo games are my favorite, so that's a no brainer..
Have to get X360 for the Too Human Trilogy.. Kameo is looking tempting for a launch title though.
PS3.. Well, I'll think about that one when I get around to it..
More than likely I'll get all three.. I just hope the Rev. gets FPS's, the controller will kick complete ass for them!!
Have to get X360 for the Too Human Trilogy.. Kameo is looking tempting for a launch title though.
PS3.. Well, I'll think about that one when I get around to it..
More than likely I'll get all three.. I just hope the Rev. gets FPS's, the controller will kick complete ass for them!!
Rev is sweet because if you've got a little bit of disposable income you can easily pick one up. PS3 and XBOX360 are investments. Nintendo should give us some free game downloads with the Rev, which would make it an even better deal, free SMB or something, get people on nostalgia.
Beer Monkey
Member
360 has Live, and 360 is available in 10 weeks.
360 and Revolution for the win.
(I'm getting all 3)
But seriously, Live is a huge selling point to me. Sony should clone it down to the last detail.
360 and Revolution for the win.
(I'm getting all 3)
But seriously, Live is a huge selling point to me. Sony should clone it down to the last detail.
Mrbob said:
I think you are looking at this wrong. Think of it more like the eyetoy with more dev support. As in you will get unique experiences like you would with an eyetoy that you wouldnt find on another system. The GCN is/was really just a lower powered version of the Xbox and smallerdemographics than the ps2. So few devs supported it.
..pakbeka..
Member
AYE AYE SIR
sony + nintendo for the win
best of both worlds
sony + nintendo for the win
best of both worlds
BuzzJive said:
Better yet, what's interesting is the number of posters who are now saying that "the Rev will probably make a great second console," or something like it. If the Rev ends up being everyone's "second console," then the concept of being a second console won't mean much in the first place.
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