Fallout 3 on PS3, crippling issues?

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#1 Inger1
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Reading the gamespot review of Fallout 3 completely gives the impression that the version is vastly inferior to both the PC and 360 version. Now I really want to get this game, but I'm debating whether to get it on PC or PS3. I'm hoping people here can give me their impressions and help me make a decision. The main reason I would like to able to get it on my PS3 as opposed to PC is I just feel more comfortable on my PS3. The tv I have is 55" and I sit a good 20 feet away on a nice relaxing couch. PC on the other hand I'm in a fairly comfortable chair, but I'm staring at a 19" monitor and am forced to sit relatively close to the screen. I also consider the PC version because of the potential modding available. Thx for any advice!

Note: My PC is high end, so i'll be able to run the game at the highest settings.

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This may help you make a decision ---->http://kotaku.com/5110695/fallout-3-ps3-patch-adds-trophies-subtracts-bugs
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#3 ps3_owns_360Wii
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just wait for a patch.

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I ended up picking up the game on PS3 and didn't think that the issues were as bad as was said in the review. I didn't notice all of the major graphical glitches, like the missing textures, etc. The shorter draw distance is not really noticeable.

However, I did experience gameplay glitches on several occasions. Several times my character would get stuck around stuff-on top of debris or stuck behind desks and would have to restart. Also on at least a dozen occasions my system locked up during loading sequences between areas and, again, would have to restart and replay sections.

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This may help you make a decision ---->http://kotaku.com/5110695/fallout-3-ps3-patch-adds-trophies-subtracts-bugsQuebecSuperstar

Ah thats great to read, ironic to see that that article is published the day I'm wondering :P.

I suppose the graphical detriments still exist tho?

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#6 SamuRai_JeDi
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Too many people take gamespots reviews to mean thats how the game is. Fallout 3 on the PS3 is just fine. I would definintely get it on the PS3 if you're more comfortable using it. I have had ZERO problems with this game on my PS3. Many others will tell you the same thing as well.
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[QUOTE="QuebecSuperstar"]This may help you make a decision ---->http://kotaku.com/5110695/fallout-3-ps3-patch-adds-trophies-subtracts-bugsInger1

Ah thats great to read, ironic to see that that article is published the day I'm wondering :P.

I suppose the graphical detriments still exist tho?

That I really can't tell. I don't have the game yet but I'm definitely planning on getting it (for my PS3).

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The issues were very overblown to start with. I barely had any glitches my first playthrough, and now with today's patch, there is no excuse not to buy this awesome game.
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While I realize PS3 owners are most likely unaware, anyone know how deep the modding community is for the PC version. Thats obviously a PC strength and something I consider when deciding on which version to purchase.
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#10 SamuRai_JeDi
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I can definitely see that. Personally, I love the PS3 controllers, so that would be worth it alone for me.
While I realize PS3 owners are most likely unaware, anyone know how deep the modding community is for the PC version. Thats obviously a PC strength and something I consider when deciding on which version to purchase.Inger1
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While I realize PS3 owners are most likely unaware, anyone know how deep the modding community is for the PC version. Thats obviously a PC strength and something I consider when deciding on which version to purchase.Inger1

You should ask about it on the PC board.