Current-gen console owners: Was it worth it?

For all the current-gen console owners out there (those who own either a PS3, 360, Wii, or all of them), was it worth it? Do you think it's been worth the cash thus far or have there been too many disappointments?

I don't own any yet but I'm not really pleased with how any have progressed thus far. PS3 doesn't have that many good games yet at all (will change in late 2007 - all of next year) and is too expensive, Wii also doesn't have many good games yet (will change late 2007 - all of next year) and 360 doesn't seem worth buying yet with hardware problems and most major games heading to another system.

That's my thoughts atm though, but I have very high hopes for this gen and expect it to be as good as last gen, but I don't think the fun is going to really get going till later this year.

What about you current-gen console owners? Was it worth the cash? What do you guys think?

For all the current-gen console owners out there (those who own either a PS3, 360, Wii, or all of them), was it worth it? Do you think it's been worth the cash thus far or have there been too many disappointments?

I don't own any yet but I'm not really pleased with how any have progressed thus far. PS3 doesn't have that many good games yet at all (will change in late 2007 - all of next year) and is too expensive, Wii also doesn't have many good games yet (will change late 2007 - all of next year) and 360 doesn't seem worth buying yet with hardware problems and most major games heading to another system.

That's my thoughts atm though, but I have very high hopes for this gen and expect it to be as good as last gen, but I don't think the fun is going to really get going till later this year.

What about you current-gen console owners? Was it worth the cash? What do you guys think?

the-very-best

I have all three, here are my comments on each console:

PS3 - Very nice and easy to access multimedia functionality but games are pretty limited. I only have one game, the only one I thought was worth buying, RFOM which is a pretty good shooter. Games haven't been flowing out for the PS3 lately, but when I bought my PS3 I knew this would happen. I didn't buy my PS3 for the games out right now, more for the future so I don't mind the drought.The online has alot of potential to trump XBOX LIVE, but currently it's pretty standard. Overall rating = C+

Wii - Quick fun is a good way to describe it. Games so far are even more lackluster than the PS3's library and much like why I bought my PS3, I bought my Wii for it's future titles. Online is not really even an aspect for the Wii. Though I haven't used VC yet, it's a very nice feature. Overall rating = C-

XBOX 360 - The games out right now can are excellent and can sustain you through those long droughts which is awesome. I had a hardware failure on me once though but since then I've been fine. Future titles look very promising. It has good multimedia functionality, but not the complete package like the PS3. Excellent sense of community and organization through XBOX LIVE but many games can be very laggy.Overall rating = B+

I own a PS3 and no it has obviously not been worth $600. But I didn't buy it to be worthwhile in the first 8 months I bought it to be worthwhile over 5-7 years of games, services, and features. I'd say I'll be perfectly satisfied with this fall, LBP, and Home.

360 would have been worth the $400 and service fees to its users after this fall I'd think.

The Wii.... it's hard to say if you could ever say a Gamecube was worth $250. But yeah it could be worth it after this fall when there's 4 or so decent games.

Hell yes, I just got my PS3 yesterday and I have been having so much fun!Trading_Zoner

Hey congrats! Sell all those things on Ebay and get yourself the money for the PS3? Nice.

Picked it up at a good time too. Starting next month some quality PS3 games will be rolling in (Lair, Heavenly Sword, GTAIV, Uncharted, Haze, UT3 etc).

For all the current-gen console owners out there (those who own either a PS3, 360, Wii, or all of them), was it worth it?

the-very-best

Oh yes, I have had tons of fun in the 1,5 years I have had my 360 so far. Good games from day 1.

Definitely worth it by a mile compared to sticking with the orginal Xbox or PS2 for the same period of time.

My 360 Hell yes I swear I don't have enough money for all the games I'm going to be buying.

My Wii, I shouldn't of bought it so I could spend more money on 360 games, If Brawl doesn't have online then I'm trading it back in.

The Wii has been well worth the purchase. I've got a lot to keep me busy already, anda TON to look forward to.

Overall though, the DS is by far my console of choice over anything (PS2, GC, Wii, PC, Xbox). The DS has a plethora of games to experience, and it has only been getting better and better for the last two years. The DS is well on its way to becoming my favorite console of all time.

I don't have a PS3 yet, but I plan to make the purchase.

So far, my Wii is a complete disappointment. I mean, the only 2 games that I've really enjoyed for it are Wario Ware and Super Paper Mario. Looking at my 360, I can name you at least 20 titles which I love. So yes, I am disappointed with one of my purchases. The Wii simply isn't designed to satisfy the hardcore gamer, and I wish I would have known that before I made my purchase.
project343

20!? I've only enjoyed three games on my 360 (Table Tennis, Dead Rising, Lost Planet). Do you mind giving a list of your recommended games?

I'd advise you not to list WRPGs though. Don't bother mentioning multi-player focused games or Gears of War either.

I don't have a PS3 yet, but I plan to make the purchase.

So far, my Wii is a complete disappointment. I mean, the only 2 games that I've really enjoyed for it are Wario Ware and Super Paper Mario. Looking at my 360, I can name you at least 20 titles which I love. So yes, I am disappointed with one of my purchases. The Wii simply isn't designed to satisfy the hardcore gamer, and I wish I would have known that before I made my purchase.
project343

I'm in the exact situation and feel exactly the same as you.

20!? I've only enjoyed three games on my 360 (Table Tennis, Dead Rising, Lost Planet). Do you mind giving a list of your recommended games?

I'd advise you not to list WRPGs though. Don't bother mentioning multi-player focused games or Gears of War either.

Technoweirdo

To be honest as of right now.....no.

I would've been just as happy with my DS and PC.

I enjoy my Wii very much. I'd definately say it was worth it. I've already got four games (including Wii Sports) and I'm getting Strikers Charged on Monday.

I'll be getting a 360 as well in the coming months.

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20!? I've only enjoyed three games on my 360 (Table Tennis, Dead Rising, Lost Planet). Do you mind giving a list of your recommended games?

I'd advise you not to list WRPGs though. Don't bother mentioning multi-player focused games or Gears of War either.

project343

How did I forget to buy Condemned!? That game seemed pretty interesting to me. Going to keep it in my mind this time. Might think about Crackdown and Saint's Row.

I've also marked the ones I already own in red.

How did I forget to buy Condemned!? That game seemed pretty interesting to me. Going to keep it in my mind this time. Might think about Crackdown and Saint's Row.

I've also marked the ones I already own in red.

Technoweirdo

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How did I forget to buy Condemned!? That game seemed pretty interesting to me. Going to keep it in my mind this time. Might think about Crackdown and Saint's Row.

I've also marked the ones I already own in red.

project343

I actually never got around to playing Kameo for some reason. And going slightly off-topic, I've never played Twilight Princess even though I have it.

I don't have Xbox Live and I avoid multiplayer games. Haven't played one for I don't know how long. Less than a year, but definitely more than half.

I actually never got around to playing Kameo for some reason. And going slightly off-topic, I've never played Twilight Princess even though I have it.

I don't have Xbox Live and I avoid multiplayer games. Haven't played one for I don't know how long. Less than a year, but definitely more than half.

Technoweirdo

[QUOTE="project343"][QUOTE="Technoweirdo"]

20!? I've only enjoyed three games on my 360 (Table Tennis, Dead Rising, Lost Planet). Do you mind giving a list of your recommended games?

I'd advise you not to list WRPGs though. Don't bother mentioning multi-player focused games or Gears of War either.

Technoweirdo

How did I forget to buy Condemned!? That game seemed pretty interesting to me. Going to keep it in my mind this time. Might think about Crackdown and Saint's Row.

I've also marked the ones I already own in red.

Yeah you should really get Saints Row and PGR3 for that matter those are my favorite 360 titles. Saints Row deserves a 9.3...

I'm only waiting for Halo 3, Mass Effect, and Too Human (:lol:)

Halo 3 is reason enough for me to buy a 360 this year. I'll be playing it for months on end.

PS3: Ehh... sorta

360: Yes, Worth it

Wii: Won't be worth it until SSBB, then my generation will be made!

My Xbox 360 is/was absolutely worth it because of all the great games and excellent online service. My Wii is about on the verge of being justified but so far I'm kind of disappointed with the huge droughts and mostly weak 3rd party games.

For all the current-gen console owners out there (those who own either a PS3, 360, Wii, or all of them), was it worth it? Do you think it's been worth the cash thus far or have there been too many disappointments?

I don't own any yet but I'm not really pleased with how any have progressed thus far. PS3 doesn't have that many good games yet at all (will change in late 2007 - all of next year) and is too expensive, Wii also doesn't have many good games yet (will change late 2007 - all of next year) and 360 doesn't seem worth buying yet with hardware problems and most major games heading to another system.

That's my thoughts atm though, but I have very high hopes for this gen and expect it to be as good as last gen, but I don't think the fun is going to really get going till later this year.

What about you current-gen console owners? Was it worth the cash? What do you guys think?

the-very-best

Yeah, I love my 360 and Wii, looking foward to get a PS3 in the near future (2008 :P), and a great gaming pc when I get money

overall its been good but i am kinda of a weird gamer i played MMORPGs(daoc, Wow, Guildwars) for about five years before i decided they suck and switched to consoles up until that point i really hadn't ever played console games so this generation has been a new experience for me,

I think rpgs are what i am most worried about i really want to see more of them although there are some good ones( Oblivion, Kameo) and a surprising one(overlord i really enjoyed that and it flewunder most people'sradar) and i am mostly disappointed with the PS3 in that regard in which the PS2 was console to own last gen if you wanted rpgs but this year they only have ONE rpg coming out(folklore) which is unacceptable imo.

So yeah overall its been worth it for me as a 360 owner i haven't had any issues with my 360(hardware wise) and i think compared to my previous gaming experience of trying to keep up with PC gaming and paying monthly mmo fees i have enjoyed consoles a lot better.

Xbox 360 = Definitely worth it, has been keeping me up at night playing all the great games.

PS3 = Great DVD and Blu Ray player at the moment, considering it's one of the cheapest blu ray players and up converts DVDs, then yes, for me it's barely worth it.

Wii = Still on the fence about this purchase, but the wife thinks it is, even though she only plays it maybe once every 2 weeks, and when guests come over.