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PS3 + Nintendo Rev combo for the win?

If you dont like new kinds of games then you can stick with the other two. Thats why they are there.
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No, he's right. We don't want short games that are just gimmicks. We want longer games with a lot of depth that use the Revolution controller intelligently. If Nintendo can't deliver that, fuck 'em.
 
For me, it's PS3 and the Revolution.

Ps3:
- Biggest Variety
- Usually gets the games I want first: MGS4, DMC4, GTA4, Ico-Team game.. etc
- Blu-Ray, I'm not getting the PS3 at launch but if Blu-Ray is more successful than HD-DVD which I would think it would be, this would be my primary movie-player until the prices of standalones drops.

Revo:
- Fresh new games, even if they're sequels to older games, the new control will make them feel fresh
- Most exclusive games that are guaranteed to stay on that console (Mario, Metroid, Zelda, F-Zero, Mario Kart etc) plus they'll be online.
- Highest Probability of new genres
- By far the best party console, finally something my girlfriend can enjoy.
 
There's a good chance I won't be buying all three next-gen consoles simply because time constraints end up causing at least one of them to collect dust for lengthy periods of time. The Rev controller sounds interesting, but I'd like to hear more about Sony's next-gen Eyetoy plans (and possibly MS's plans for the announced X360 camera) before I decide which combo of consoles offers the broadest range of game experiences to choose from.
 
REV+360 for me.
Revolution 100% sure at launch, I find the idea behind the controller gorgeous. And of course I like Nintendo games :].
I choose 360 over PS3 because of the MUCH better controller (I really hate Sonys way to place the Analog Stick), Rare (which I prefer by far compared to what Insomniac and Naughty Dog do in this generation), the HDD and the cheaper price.
 
koam said:
For me, it's PS3 and the Revolution.

Ps3:
- Biggest Variety
- Usually gets the games I want first: MGS4, DMC4, GTA4, Ico-Team game.. etc
- Blu-Ray, I'm not getting the PS3 at launch but if Blu-Ray is more successful than HD-DVD which I would think it would be, this would be my primary movie-player until the prices of standalones drops.

Revo:
- Fresh new games, even if they're sequels to older games, the new control will make them feel fresh
- Most exclusive games that are guaranteed to stay on that console (Mario, Metroid, Zelda, F-Zero, Mario Kart etc) plus they'll be online.
- Highest Probability of new genres
- By far the best party console, finally something my girlfriend can enjoy.
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This pretty much sums up my view, but I have to also agree with cubicle's sentiment:

cubicle47b said:
We don't want short games that are just gimmicks. We want longer games with a lot of depth that use the Revolution controller intelligently. If Nintendo can't deliver that, fuck 'em.
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Right now, I think the combo is definitely going to be PC+PS3+Rev for the win. This is all subject to change, of course.

The PS3 should have all the lineup strength of PS2 with the best graphics of the generation to make the choice pretty obvious between it and X360. If X360 is like Xbox, then the vast majority of it's top tier games will wind up PC games.

This is all speculation and subject to change. If the X360 really catches on and is really competitive with PS3 then I'll have to get it as well.
 
Christberg said:
Right now, I think the combo is definitely going to be PC+PS3+Rev for the win. This is all subject to change, of course.

The PS3 should have all the lineup strength of PS2 with the best graphics of the generation to make the choice pretty obvious between it and X360. If X360 is like Xbox, then the vast majority of it's top tier games will wind up PC games.

This is all speculation and subject to change. If the X360 really catches on and is really competitive with PS3 then I'll have to get it as well.
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That's what I'm thinking as well.

PS3 + Rev + Good PC for the win.
 
Xbox 360 at launch, PS3 when its below $200. Online gaming will be the best on 360 and that's more important for me overall, as far as next gen gaming goes. The Nintendo console is Dreamcast to me. It will probably have some excellent games, but not enough of them. I will buy this console probably when its below $99 and has some games that you just can't get anywhere else.
 
Odysseus said:
Xbox 360 + PS3 if you actually want to play games.

Revolution will not survive long in the North American/European markets.
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Eurogamer: How is the controller going to work with games that aren't designed specifically for the Revolution - multi-platform titles and so on?

Jim Merrick: We're producing a classic-style expansion controller, based on traditional designs like the Gamecube controller. It's like a shell with a hole in the top into which you slot the freehand-style controller, and then you can play third-party ported games, and retro Nintendo games you've downloaded.

So there's that option - but even while it's inserted into the classic-style shell, the freehand controller will still be able to sense positioning and so on, so there are more options too.
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Nice try, though!
 
It's ironic that the system people seem to want the least is the only one that already has actual, playable games.

Methinks this is another example where reality sinks in, it isn't as good as what you were fantasizing about. I think the same deflation of enthusiasm will happen when actual playable PS3 and Rev games show up.
 
Shompola said:
Ignoring Xbox 360 would be ignoring probably the biggest game next gen, i.e. Halo 3. No I dont think that would be a wise decision.
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I think you're confused, the biggest game next gen is Zelda, just like it is the biggest game this gen. Master Cheif still isn't on the level of Link.
 
Lardbutt said:
It's ironic that the system people seem to want the least is the only one that already has actual, playable games.

Methinks this is another example where reality sinks in, it isn't as good as what you were fantasizing about. I think the same deflation of enthusiasm will happen when actual playable PS3 and Rev games show up.
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Or maybe, just maybe 360 has shown nothing but rushed, overhyped garbage?
 
By some point I've little doubt it will be all of them for me, but by far I am most excited for PS3 + Rev. PS3 appeals to the tech/gadget whore inside of me, and is bringing games to match its suggested power, and Rev appeals to my "it's the interface, bitches!" side.

I am very very excited for Rev at the moment though.
 
This wouldn't even be a contest if I didn't absolutely have to have another Halo game to make up for the last and to reclaim the glory of the first.
 
Lardbutt said:
It's ironic that the system people seem to want the least is the only one that already has actual, playable games.
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It's shocking that a console that's coming out in 2 months has games. Shocking I tell you.
 
Slurpy said:
Funny thing is, we have yet to see a single SCREEN of ANYTHING running on rev hardware.
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and that's exactly what they want to happen. people want their hardware on the innovation alone. just wait till zelda, mario, metroid, pilotwings, pikmin, pokemon, you name it starts rolling out. and who knows what games 3rd parties will bring out for this, all of which will probably be exclusive because of the input method alone.

and just to reiterate, PS3 + Revo FTW.
 
360 should tide me over 'till PS3 and Revo....

honestly, if this generation has taught us anything, it's that all the consoles are well worth owning --- it just comes down to the user.
 
Considering I have never liked Nintendo first party games... I'm going with PS3 and eventually X360 (like when Halo 3 arrives) due to both their excellent first party exclusives and tremendous 3rd party support.

Nintendo's 3rd party situation sucks and only appears to become much worse with that rediculous controller. That leaves the usually quirky simplistic first party games that I've long abhored. So it's really easy to pass on it.

The PS3 + X360 combo should be as close to bliss for gaming as there has ever been. A constant barrage of AAA titles in every genre to pick from.
 
shpankey said:
Nintendo's 3rd party situation sucks and only appears to become much worse with that rediculous controller. That leaves the usually quirky simplistic first party games that I've long abhored. So it's really easy to pass on it.
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Just like you passed on your education I'm sure. Did you find that ‘rediculous’ and had you long ‘abhored’ that as well :lol
 
Lardbutt said:
It's ironic that the system people seem to want the least is the only one that already has actual, playable games.

Methinks this is another example where reality sinks in, it isn't as good as what you were fantasizing about. I think the same deflation of enthusiasm will happen when actual playable PS3 and Rev games show up.
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Mario 64 did indeed surpass my expactations.
 
That's the combo I intended from the get go ( PS3 + Rev ), unless Halo 3 is just totally amazing I am gonna wait for 360 price drop.
 
I wish there was just two consoles on the market though. You would have a better chance of getting a meaty gamebase if you only own one console as opposed to a third detractor.
 
In case anyone is keeping count, toss one more vote in the ps3+rev combo for me. I'm pretty psyched about the new controller.
 
I just want to state that I think Xbox 360 is a great console, but there's just no way I can afford all 3. A choice has to be made, and because of Rev's affordability and the big N's software track-record and franchises that's my first must-have. And once PS3 is affordable, that will definitely be mine. So, there's no 360 hate here, I just realize I can't have it all.
 
I don’t know where you cats are getting the impression that the PS3 will get the “better” version of multiplatform games. The Xbox is a better platform this gen, but multiplat-games typically were dethrottled because of their PS2 legacy.

Ahem, EA.

As well, while the PS3 may be unique, I don’t think we will see many games that take the GTA route with a dedicated graphic engine subset. With costs rising, it won’t be worth it for most companies nextgen. IOW, little will change. Ports will be ports, will be ports.

Lastly, you assume a helluva’ lot about which platform is more powerful. It’s still early in the game; and I think it wise to see how actual games look, you know, while you’re playing them on your TV, before declaring a “WINNAR!”

As for me, I’ll be going the 360/PS3 route if I go multiplatform this gen. With RE5 coming to the 360, nothing else interests me besides MP, and that ain’t enough.
 
Milhouse31 said:
Before TGS :

PS3 was certain

Rev was optional

After TGS :

PS3 is mandatory

Rev is mandatory
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I always knew I was getting a PS3. Was on the fence for Rev and 360 with the intention of buying one or the other.

Rev bitchslapped 360 and is not onboard the Raz Train :D
 
All 3 for me.

Revolution for the classic franchises, and new gameplay possibilities.

Xbox360 for Rare (Kameo and PD0 look great)

PS3 because it's so fucking powerful.
 
"Both PS3 and X360 will share ports aplenty, while the Nintendo Rev is just completely out of the equation as far as ports are concerned."


EXCEPT, Nintendo announced an attachment that will allow for the ports of traditional games (I imagine Madden, RE5, King Kong, etc...)
 
so with the option of a GCN-style controller, the Revolution will let gamers have their cake and eat it too...

Revolution =

The Past (NES->GCN)

The Present (PS3/XBox 360 type stuff)

&

The Future (only on Revolution)

sounds like they are going to slaughter Microsoft and Sony come 2006...
 
Alcibiades said:
so with the option of a GCN-style controller, the Revolution will let gamers have their cake and eat it too...

Revolution =

The Past (NES->GCN)

The Present (PS3/XBox 360 type stuff)

&

The Future (only on Revolution)

sounds like they are going to slaughter Microsoft and Sony come 2006...
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oh man you nintendo fans are too much sometimes. :lol
 
before the rev was shown, i was thinking 360 + rev for me.... but oddly enough, seeing the rev has made me reconsider a 360... i know thats odd but, the main reason i wanted a 360 was for the western pc style games... turns out that the revolution will be better suited to play those kinds of games. it comes with built in storage, and the controller can simulate mouse control. It also has free online, so when a great FPS comes out for it, i won't have to pay anybody except my ISP if i want to deathmatch

i don't like sony consoles... my ps2 is barley working and might as well be held together with duct tape. there were several great ps2 games this gen, but i would have missed my xbox games more... it's really a hard decision for me. The xbox pricing scheme pisses me off, but it sounds like the ps3 will be even more expensive.

Games like oblivion and PD0 are calling to me, but i can't really justify paying for both the ps2 and 360. The real question is... will rev end up getting ports of some of the top pc games? i want games like spore and oblivion on the revolution. I would much rather play pc ports on a system with free internet and solid mouse-style control. Having access to that kind of control will sour the expierience of playing those kinds of games on the 360. i will constantly be aware of how much better an FPS or an RTS ( or any menu/ cursor drigven gme like spore or the sims) would work if it was using the rev controller.


the rev is a certainty, but i am uncertain which of the other two i want. at this point i'm torn. I haven't seen the MGS trailer yet, so maybe that will sway me. If they announce ninja gaiden for ps3, it is a certainty that i will pass on 360, at least for a few years.


also, there was a quote earlier in the thread.....

Jim Merrick: We're producing a classic-style expansion controller, based on traditional designs like the Gamecube controller. It's like a shell with a hole in the top into which you slot the freehand-style controller, and then you can play third-party ported games, and retro Nintendo games you've downloaded.
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i'm really hoping nintendo is smart enough to package this in with the rev. if they don't it won't get any support and they might as well make it as easy for 3rd party's as they can. also, i don't think people should have to buy an attachement to play GC games and the old games from the classic library. this is a big chance for nintendo to either gouge people by making a bunch of attachements, or make it as easy as possible for people to buy the system and have everything they need in the box to fully enjoy it's features.
 
Depending on how the Dual Shock 3 turns out, it might end up being PS3 + X360 controller + X360 controller -> PS3 controller adapter. I just can't see a need to own the X360 now (only speaking for myself, of course).

Rev is a definate "wait & see". I really like the possibilities but I need to see them put to good use first. Probably when Rev is $100. Hopefully all the different controller attachments aren't too pricey.
 
i think microsoft shot itself in the foot in a way. The xbox proved it is worth owning a system simply for superior ports of 3rd party games. This is now the primary appeal of PS3 imo

Also, i dont think halo3 will be as big of a deal as eveyone is making it out to be. If PS3 launches with mgs4 and revolution launches with a fps (establishing the consoles superiority in the genre) Halo 3 could be a title only 360 owners care about.
 
Alcibiades said:
The Future (only on Revolution)

sounds like they are going to slaughter Microsoft and Sony come 2006...
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Slaughter as in fail miserably due to a controller that looks like a tv remote?
 
Suburban Cowboy said:
i think microsoft shot itself in the foot in a way. The xbox proved it is worth owning a system simply for superior ports of 3rd party games. This is now the primary appeal of PS3 imo

Also, i dont think halo3 will be as big of a deal as eveyone is making it out to be. If PS3 launches with mgs4 and revolution launches with a fps (establishing the consoles superiority in the genre) Halo 3 could be a title only 360 owners care about.
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MGS4 won't be at launch (unless launch is delayed until 2007 :sadpanda:), but you can bet it will definately be featured prominently in Sony's PS3 marketing. Shove that trailer down their throats.
 
What is with everyone saying about the controller attachments costing too much?

This is Nintendo, they'll most likely bundle them in with the game that utilizes them. StarFox64 had the rumble pack, Donkey Kong 64 the graphic expansion unit, Zelda: Four Swords Adventure had the GBA/GCN Linkup Cable, and Pokemon the wireless link adapter.

Why would this change now?

Also, third-party devs/pubs might create their own addons to the primary "controller", no? Like Namco might include a racing wheel column in a Ridge Racer game, etc.
 
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