Buying a PS3, but could use some advice, please help.

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#1 Torn_15
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Hey guys, I'm going to be buying a PS3 in a few weeks, and I have a few things that I am unsure of,

First off, I have a iLo ( walmart brand) plasma HDTV that supports 480i 480p 720p 1080i, will that be completely fine?

Second, Cables, I still have my PS2's AV cables, would that be fine to use? or is it a must to have HDMI cables or any other ones?

Third, Games, what are the best games out right now that I should buy, Rainbow 6 Vegas got a 9/10, would that be worth picking up?

That's pretty much it, if anyone could help, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

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#2 serph-1925
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get the HDMI cable it will give u better pictures and yes the plasma is fine too and make sure u GET Heaveenly Sword when it out at the end of September.

Hey guys, I'm going to be buying a PS3 in a few weeks, and I have a few things that I am unsure of,

First off, I have a iLo ( walmart brand) plasma HDTV that supports 480i 480p 720p 1080i, will that be completely fine?

Second, Cables, I still have my PS2's AV cables, would that be fine to use? or is it a must to have HDMI cables or any other ones?

Third, Games, what are the best games out right now that I should buy, Rainbow 6 Vegas got a 9/10, would that be worth picking up?

That's pretty much it, if anyone could help, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

Torn_15
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#5 crck
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Hey guys, I'm going to be buying a PS3 in a few weeks, and I have a few things that I am unsure of,

Remember to send in for the 5 free blu-ray movies offer.

First off, I have a iLo ( walmart brand) plasma HDTV that supports 480i 480p 720p 1080i, will that be completely fine?

Yep thats fine.

Second, Cables, I still have my PS2's AV cables, would that be fine to use? or is it a must to have HDMI cables or any other ones?

PS2 av cables will work with the ps3. But I would suggest hdmi if you have that port on your tv. Order one from monoprice.com. Great quality and will cost about $10 shipped. You can use your ps2 av cables until they arrive.

Third, Games, what are the best games out right now that I should buy, Rainbow 6 Vegas got a 9/10, would that be worth picking up?

Resistance, Rainbow 6, Ninja Gaiden, Motorstorm, Marvel Alliance and Darkness are all very good games. i enjoyed Rainbow 6 alot. Just remember its not a run and gun game. Its mostly duck and fire, runs towards closer cover and duck and fire again. If you like run and gun Resistance would probably be better for you.

That's pretty much it, if anyone could help, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

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#6 Torn_15
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Thanks alot guys. :)
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#7 Jibil
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Yep, HDMI cables will be worth the $40, escpecially with your plasme tv. If you like playing online, I would reccomend Resistance and Motorstorm, I have and really enjoy both those games. Resistance you can probaly get of craigslist or something for about $30. For one player Oblivion is where its at, very beautiful game with action and rpg elements and a huge open world.
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#8 istylee
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hdmi is a must for hd and rb6v is a must too great game i must say
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#9 doyouyahoo
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i think you should buy a HDMI cable the av cable doesnt give you the real ps3 graphics and having a 1080i its ok yoeah you could buy vegas call of duty resistance fight night ninja gaiden etc..
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#10 Torn_15
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Alright, ill definately pick up the HDMI cables, and probably get Rainbow 6 vegas, thanks again.
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#11 crazi_gamer
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if you have an hdmi input go for that, but if you only have component (RGB) then it'll still look good
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#12 Torn_15
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yeah i have 1 input
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#13 superman21584
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yea i only have 1 hdmi port and my cable is hook up on it lol
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#14 stevesurdaddy12
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not to be a fanboy, but a 360 is a better gaming choice, but the PS3 isa better entertainment console(such as movies and whatnot) if u do get a ps3 use the HDMI cables, and make sure ur iLO has an HDMI port before you spend the 100 dollars
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#15 svenskamerikan
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you can buy a hdmi switcher -- search this forum I posted awhile back about it. Pay attention when buying since they can be had pretty darn cheap at places like monoprice.com (same as hdmi cable).

This would let you have both cable and ps3 in - you have to manually press a button on the switcher (flick a switch), but at least it is easier than unplugging and plugging in the cable every time.....

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#16 lenwood24
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you TV should be good (720p looks nice), BUY HDMI cables !(cheap at walmart), games - Oblivion is a masterpiece in my opinion, Resistance is an excellentFPS with great multiplayer, Motorstorm is a blast ! especially multiplayer..but as far as games go...its all what type you like...enjoy your PS3 ! see ya online