If you have the money why get a console?

For me personally I don't enjoy PC gaming , I think your answer lies in personal preference. I do however play a little WOW now and again. The rest of my gaming is on consoles.

Some ppl don't like that certain amount of hassle in PC gaming or the games available on it.

It comes down to whatgames you want, not hardware.

Some ppl don't like that certain amount of hassle in PC gaming or the games available on it.

Dystopian-X

It comes down to whatgames you want, not hardware.

Sword-Demon

Because using a mouse and keyboard is rubbish, patching/installing/figuring out bugs is an irritating waste of my time, sitting at a computer desk sucks, playing with PC gamers in general sucks, playing solo sucks, the exclusives suck compared to console exclusives, online sucks I'd rather not have to worry about if i have the right maps downloaded/mods installed bla bla to much effort.

It all sucks. That's why.

Remember some of us have more important things to worry about than our stupid computers and generally don't want to come home and have to jump through hoops to do anything when we can just sit down press a button and play immediately. And yes i am aware a lot of my problems have a solution but once again a console solves them all out the box. I generally do not care that the PC looks better or has mods. I'm really..REALLY not interested.

All IMO of course.

Because using a mouse and keyboard is rubbish, patching/installing/figuring out bugs is an irritating waste of my time, sitting at a computer desk sucks, playing with PC gamers in general sucks, playing solo sucks, the exclusives suck compared to console exclusives, online sucks I'd rather not have to worry about if i have the right maps downloaded/mods installed bla bla to much effort.

It all sucks. That's why.

Remember some of us have more important things to worry about than our stupid computers and generally don't want to come home and have to jump through hoops to do anything when we can just sit down press a button and play immediately. And yes i am aware a lot of my problems have a solution but once again a console solves them all out the box. I generally do not care that the PC looks better or has mods. I'm really..REALLY not interested.

All IMO of course.

CreepyBacon

I think you need BOTH...

I absolutely love PC gaming... can u play...

StarCraft: Brood War

WarCraft 3

Roller Coaster Tycoon

SIMS

Age of Empires 2, etc...

on a console? Nope...

but you also need a video game system for games like Soul Calibur, Zelda, Tekken, Ninja Gaiden, Virtua Fighter, Mario, Dragon Quest, blah blah...

get my drift?

Ever thought some games play better on console? Mirrors Edge, Assassins Creed, Tekken,etc.

Ever thought some games play better on console? Mirrors Edge, Assassins Creed, Tekken,etc.

Jekken6

Actually Mirrors Edge and Assassins Creed (to a lesser extent) are better on PC than console. Especially Mirrors Edge, considering it has PhysX enabled for it and the mouse gives you much faster reflex movements. Not to mention you can use controllers on PC so there isn't much difference.

For the original question, some people prefer ease of use over anything else, that's why they prefer consoles. Me, on the other hand, have lots of spare time, so why not build a PC and have the best?

Although I game the most on my PC's, I have consoles(All 3 of them)specifically for games I cannot get on PC.

In all honesty I'm not sure why people would buy a console if they have the money for a good gaming PC. Lets face it the Xbox 360 is nothing more than a very low end pc, there is no technology inside that makes it unique Vs a cheap pc. The PS3 is slightly better IMO and I would purchase this simply for the games on offer that I cant get for my PC, also despite the hype machine being spurned by Sony about the cell it is actually something special. http://www.devhardware.com/c/a/Computer-Processors/Cell-Inside-the-Future-of-Processor-Architecture/ I think this tech will be in the PC within no time and were already seeing i7 processors with similar power. If, like me, you like shooters that a PC w/ KB + mouse with an ultra HD screen is your best bet IMO.GATproof

xbox 360 might seem weak technology wise but you have to consider the fact it was released in 2005 and at the time it was released, it was pretty high end. i like console gaming, if i get a pc for gaming it will likely be a laptop and not desktop but even then ill stick more to console gaming

some reasons (from a convert from PC gaming to console gaming)

1. every PC is unique, therefore you will ALWAYS have problems with something or other when installing patching etc.

2. PC's have a lot going on in the background that causes it to lag, freeze, whatever.

3. I dont have £2000 to run a £30 game like Crysis.

4. PES and FIFA are better on consoles (I sink many hours with my friends into these 2 games).

5. A console works pretty much out the box, a PC doesn't.

No matter what people try and say..Not matter how many times PC gamers try and convice others..PC gaming is just more trouble then its worth. Now go ahead and jump on me, tell me I dont know anything about pcs or im too lazy to learn and try this and that...Its going to happen anytime people disagree with PCgamers.

BUT keep in mind I LOVE LOVE LOVE my pc. I also repare and build pcs..If im not doing house chorse, or cooking, workingout, working..Im on my pc. And my 2 boys are on theirs and my wife on hers. WE all LOVE PCS here.

Gaming on a PC is good for free maps,online play, mods ect ect...And the pc is awesome at many other things I use it for. BUT for gaming its just a pain and tiresome. It will NEVER take the place of my consoles.

Cause I'd have to upgrade it every 6 months at the very least- and though I could do it myself I don't see the reason to bother with it.

I go home, turn on my console and play. That's much easier and stress-free

i prefer CONSOLES over PC because :

- I started gaming on a console (sega-master system) ages before i even played the first prince of persia on PC

- I prefer sitting in my couch and playing on my TV rather then sitting uncomfortable at the desk and playing on a way smaller monitor

-Like playing on Gamepads , yes i know PC has them as well but somehow they arent good there because , most games aren't designed for gamepads anyways , most PC gamepads are crap

- Its cheaper ( if you don't pirate your PC games of course)

- Way better exclusives

You know why we still buy consoles, is because who cares about slightly better graphics on the PC when I don't like RTS' and much prefer the consoles anyway because of their exclusives. For me I tried PC gaming and it was alright, but I much prefer having 2 consoles instead (PS3 and Wii), moreconvenient imo and has more exclusive games I want. But even so your logic's flawed because your basically saying if you have the money buy a Virtual Boy over a GB pocket because it has better graphics and basically costs more so you'll seem cooler with it.

In all honesty I'm not sure why people would buy a console if they have the money for a good gaming PC. Lets face it the Xbox 360 is nothing more than a very low end pc, there is no technology inside that makes it unique Vs a cheap pc. The PS3 is slightly better IMO and I would purchase this simply for the games on offer that I cant get for my PC, also despite the hype machine being spurned by Sony about the cell it is actually something special. http://www.devhardware.com/c/a/Computer-Processors/Cell-Inside-the-Future-of-Processor-Architecture/ I think this tech will be in the PC within no time and were already seeing i7 processors with similar power. If, like me, you like shooters that a PC w/ KB + mouse with an ultra HD screen is your best bet IMO.GATproof

Because using a mouse and keyboard is rubbish, patching/installing/figuring out bugs is an irritating waste of my time, sitting at a computer desk sucks, playing with PC gamers in general sucks, playing solo sucks, the exclusives suck compared to console exclusives, online sucks I'd rather not have to worry about if i have the right maps downloaded/mods installed bla bla to much effort.

It all sucks. That's why.

Remember some of us have more important things to worry about than our stupid computers and generally don't want to come home and have to jump through hoops to do anything when we can just sit down press a button and play immediately. And yes i am aware a lot of my problems have a solution but once again a console solves them all out the box. I generally do not care that the PC looks better or has mods. I'm really..REALLY not interested.

All IMO of course.

CreepyBacon

1.kbam own any controller made don't blame your lack of hand eye skills on the pc get a wii

2. Game on pc just work they even install the patches automatically don't know what games you were playing in 1999

3. All the kiddies are on console with their pottymouth's

4. There are more gamers online on 1 or 2 games than all of the consoles combined and they have skills

5. Exclusives lol that is just to funny to even talk about if you don't know ask somebody

I play consoles and even my psp but we all know the PC is King!!!

i think it comes down to personal preferences. i've just dipped my toe in PC gaming, and i will agree that it certainly has a lot of advantages.

Because using a mouse and keyboard is rubbish, patching/installing/figuring out bugs is an irritating waste of my time, sitting at a computer desk sucks, playing with PC gamers in general sucks, playing solo sucks, the exclusives suck compared to console exclusives, online sucks I'd rather not have to worry about if i have the right maps downloaded/mods installed bla bla to much effort.

It all sucks. That's why.

Remember some of us have more important things to worry about than our stupid computers and generally don't want to come home and have to jump through hoops to do anything when we can just sit down press a button and play immediately. And yes i am aware a lot of my problems have a solution but once again a console solves them all out the box. I generally do not care that the PC looks better or has mods. I'm really..REALLY not interested.

All IMO of course.

Because most of the time, I wouldn't be able to play the games I want to play.

My favorite franchises are not on the PC.

It comes down to the games. There are titles I wanted on the PS3 and 360 therefore I ownboth consoles. I plan building a good gaming PC towards the end of the year for some titles and mods.

Only get a gaming PC if you are a geek with no friends that enjoys spending their friday nights in a dark room hunched over a keyboard staring at a PC monitor... Thats my opinion

My only thought on the subject is this.

I needed a computer, but because of how cheap you can make a pretty decent gaming rig I decided to make it so. I mean, I've always liked PC gaming, but it's not like gaming consoles, and such don't provide you with good games. Now I have the benefit of owning a gaming PC and the consoles, so it's win/win for me.

I think you need BOTH...

I absolutely love PC gaming... can u play...

StarCraft: Brood War

WarCraft 3

Roller Coaster Tycoon

SIMS

Age of Empires 2, etc...

on a console? Nope...

but you also need a video game system for games like Soul Calibur, Zelda, Tekken, Ninja Gaiden, Virtua Fighter, Mario, Dragon Quest, blah blah...

get my drift?

Scoob64

simple, games....

pc has better fps and rts experience....but i like more games than just that.

the hassle of drm, and hackers on pc multiplayers makes it a less enjoyable experience imo....

i was a kb/mouse player but i got used to the analog (took me a month) pc is a viable option but most genres feel better with a controller (logitech don't cut it for me)

[QUOTE="GATproof"]In all honesty I'm not sure why people would buy a console if they have the money for a good gaming PC. Lets face it the Xbox 360 is nothing more than a very low end pc, there is no technology inside that makes it unique Vs a cheap pc. The PS3 is slightly better IMO and I would purchase this simply for the games on offer that I cant get for my PC, also despite the hype machine being spurned by Sony about the cell it is actually something special. http://www.devhardware.com/c/a/Computer-Processors/Cell-Inside-the-Future-of-Processor-Architecture/ I think this tech will be in the PC within no time and were already seeing i7 processors with similar power. If, like me, you like shooters that a PC w/ KB + mouse with an ultra HD screen is your best bet IMO.GTR2addict

He is talking about the technology you genius no current processors have technology that matches the cell people started using the cell in super computers.

and about why buy consoles can we get great rpg games like the lost odyssey , WKC, ToV, SO4 and valkyria chronicles on pc can you find games like Yakuza and RE5 on pc the answer is simple PC gaming is for FPS and RTS fans only if you Are one of these 2 genres fan then yes why buy consoles.

becuz consoles offer some games that pc dont? and wats with the cell power. We all know that it was not as big as Sony makes it to be. and I prefer a controller over m/kb. OPuniverse

It's a hassle getting the money together to upgrade your PC when a game runs like crap. You don't have to worry about that with consoles.

If PC gaming wasn't full of so many road blocks and had a better library I'd happily get back into it. Unfortunately that isn't the case, so Ill stick with console gaming for now. I'd only go back go PC gaming if Deus Ex 3 happened to be a PC exclusive.

It is convenient and most of my friends have it.

some reasons (from a convert from PC gaming to console gaming)

1. every PC is unique, therefore you will ALWAYS have problems with something or other when installing patching etc.

2. PC's have a lot going on in the background that causes it to lag, freeze, whatever.

3. I dont have £2000 to run a £30 game like Crysis.

4. PES and FIFA are better on consoles (I sink many hours with my friends into these 2 games).

5. A console works pretty much out the box, a PC doesn't.

Bunj84

Wait, what? You can build a brilliant PC that will max Crysis with €700 these days. That's pretty good bang for your buck, especially when you consider that said PC will be used for many, many more applications than simply gaming.

Console Exclusives.

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That was easy.

Why would I get consoles over a pc? I like Fable, Forza, Halo, MLB the Show, MGS IV, etc better then Crysis and (?). I like sports games, fighting games, and they **** on PC. I like sitting on my couch playing not at a desk. Though I may get a gaming PC when Diablo/Starcraft come out. We'll see......