If you were given a gaming computer...

Ummm, yes. I game on PC and do all that myself now. I would actually ditch the helper that auto upgrades. I like to build my own PC. I like using money that I have worked for to purchase parts and then using those parts to build my own rig that is how I want it to be.

To those that say they don't game on PC because they like to play with their friends... get your friends to game on the PC. Problem solved. Now all of you get a better gaming experience (choose you own input device, Ventrillo, Teamspeak 3, Skype, Steam, cheaper games, dedicated servers, free games, RTS, MMOs, multi-monitor setups, better graphics, higher framerates, portability with laptops, MODS!!!!, no monthly fees to play online, longer lasting communities like Counter-Strike, Diablo II, etc... and etc...).

And when you say that the types of games on PC do not appeal to you, please list what types of games you do likebecause I'm sure those exist on the PC.

[QUOTE="alfredooo"]and the idea of having a personal computer helper sounds really creepy so no thanks. I wouldn't go near the thing.

KC_Hokie

you just made it worse... :(

just the idea of some dude hanging around my house in case I need help with my gaming PC seems creepy. You didn't need to give it a shemale voice.

I would play a few games but most of my gaming would be on a console since controllers are better.

slipknot0129

Yeah, I would. Upgrades and not having my own PC are the only thing stopping me from being a PC gamer.

There is no way to prove a direct relation between how much you spend and how much it will last. I don't know why people keep thinking this way. A PC regardless of how much you spend could last 2 years or it could last 6 years just as easily. For example people who bought the ATI X series had to change it to play the latest games just like two years it because of the DX and SM version. But years later people jumped on ATI cards because they had a superior DX version but that time it meant nothing unlike the previous time. There is no serious way to know such things.

glez13

A pc@~1k can last as long as a whole generation of consoles, so long as you buy it after, then when you count the consistent lower cost of the games (new) depedning on the amount of games you buy per generation and how many consoles you own per generation, can easily end up cheaper.Inconsistancy

I would play a few games but most of my gaming would be on a console since controllers are better.

slipknot0129

Joke??? Not saying that games are better or worse with gamepads, but you do know that I can use the 360's Joypad, the PS3's Dual Shock 3, the Wii's Wiimote and any other devices like the Novint Falcon on a PC right?

that sounds awfully complicated. it seems to me like PC gaming is not only expensive but also more of a pain in the @$$

alfredooo

No. I already have a gaming PC. PC games just aren't as good. I'm gonna try a few more, but each time I give one a shot, I end up disappointed.

I'd probably play a MMO, Strategy games, some FPS here and there and a WRPG...

I'll stick with my handhelds and consoles for the rest.

I probably wouldn't use it much. Most of the games I care about are console exclusives.

Shoot yeah I would! It would have to be an alienware, though 8)

Yeah, I'd still play most multis on ps3, and definitely any that had local co-op/splitscreen (along with the ps3 exclusives and console only multis). I'd probably play one or two pc exclusives from time to time though.

Likewise, if someone bought me a 360 (and sent it in for me or bought a new one whenever it RRoDs :P ), I'd play a few exclusives on it, but still play the multis on the PS3. If someone bought me a Wii, I'd play some wii games. Maybe. Probably not many of them. I put down Galaxy and TP both within a few minutes because I thought the wiimote integration in those games was a major detractor.

Anyway. the point is, this thread is silly. If you buy someone ANY system and all the games I want for it, and any other expenses that are involved, of course they'll play it. Just like if you go up to one of these Ford guys that thinks Chevys are garbage and buy him a brand new Corvette... he's not going to turn it down.

Who the heck wouldn't? :P

Yeah, I'd still play most multis on ps3, and definitely any that had local co-op/splitscreen (along with the ps3 exclusives and console only multis). I'd probably play one or two pc exclusives from time to time though.

Likewise, if someone bought me a 360 (and sent it in for me or bought a new one whenever it RRoDs :P ), I'd play a few exclusives on it, but still play the multis on the PS3. If someone bought me a Wii, I'd play some wii games. Maybe. Probably not many of them. I put down Galaxy and TP both within a few minutes because I thought the wiimote integration in those games was a major detractor.

Anyway. the point is, this thread is silly. If you buy someone ANY system and all the games I want for it, and any other expenses that are involved, of course they'll play it. Just like if you go up to one of these Ford guys that thinks Chevys are garbage and buy him a brand new Corvette... he's not going to turn it down.

ianuilliam

[QUOTE="ABCarmine"][QUOTE="KBFloYd"]

no, i wouldn't

KBFloYd

waggle? who invented that word..trying to diss a new control method that they cant get used to.

too many reasons...to list why...maybe some day ill game on pc but i wouldnt right now

Shoot yeah I would! It would have to be an alienware, though 8)

HeavyMetalKirby

[QUOTE="HeavyMetalKirby"]

Shoot yeah I would! It would have to be an alienware, though 8)

C_Rule

i do and i always gamed on pc when it was necessary. I just dont like it. I like pc gaming for things like mmos and rts, but thats it.Androvinus

What about fps? PC is way better for aiming. It's also the only place to get simulators.

[QUOTE="C_Rule"]

[QUOTE="HeavyMetalKirby"]

Shoot yeah I would! It would have to be an alienware, though 8)

cain006

Answered your own question, well done.

[QUOTE="cain006"]

[QUOTE="C_Rule"] *sigh*
You don't belong in PC gaming.

C_Rule

Answered your own question, well done.

Maybe the guy likes the look of the computers? Can't deny they look really nice.

Maybe the guy likes the look of the computers? Can't deny they look really nice.

mmmwksil

[QUOTE="mmmwksil"]

Maybe the guy likes the look of the computers? Can't deny they look really nice.

cain006

You are not a good friend :o I'd have slapped him in the face and told him he could've saved a ton of money.

But I guess you're right about the case bit.

Already have all that (Except that comfy chair, this **** hurts) And I already PC Game.

Win Win 8)

ABCarmine

Sounds like my set up with the chair and everything. Doesn't stop me from enjoying my PS3 and Xbox any less.

[QUOTE="slipknot0129"]

I would play a few games but most of my gaming would be on a console since controllers are better.

arto1223

Joke??? Not saying that games are better or worse with gamepads, but you do know that I can use the 360's Joypad, the PS3's Dual Shock 3, the Wii's Wiimote and any other devices like the Novint Falcon on a PC right?

[QUOTE="arto1223"]

[QUOTE="slipknot0129"]

I would play a few games but most of my gaming would be on a console since controllers are better.

slipknot0129

Joke??? Not saying that games are better or worse with gamepads, but you do know that I can use the 360's Joypad, the PS3's Dual Shock 3, the Wii's Wiimote and any other devices like the Novint Falcon on a PC right?

, free games, a top of the line monitor and headset, a guy who instantly upgrades your computer the time your computer isnt top of the line, a leather computer chair (or a cable hooked into your tv), and a personal computer helper, would you game on the PC? I honestly want to know.

kris9031998

I wouldn't know where to put the thing... but if I was somehow able to set it up in my house then yeah, I'd play games on it, but I'd still probably play PS3 more often because it has the games that I want.

, free games, a top of the line monitor and headset, a guy who instantly upgrades your computer the time your computer isnt top of the line, a leather computer chair (or a cable hooked into your tv), and a personal computer helper, would you game on the PC? I honestly want to know.

kris9031998

If you're passionate about gaming you already should have a PC to game on since it has such a huge selection of games. You're hurting yourself as a gamer to not own one, and game on it. That's where I am. I don't need anyone to give me a computer, and I certainly don't want anyone building/maintaining my PC for me since that's a huge reason I understand the tech in the first place.Ly_the_Fairy

My answer is NO. I am perfectly happy with my PS3. I don't need a gaming PC

My answer is NO. I am perfectly happy with my PS3. I don't need a gaming PC

contracts420

No, I have that now, and basically all I do is college work and occassionally post on message boards.

Yes, I would play Dungeon Master II on it. I would probably have to tone down the CPU in DOSbox a bit though.

[QUOTE="arto1223"]

[QUOTE="slipknot0129"]

I would play a few games but most of my gaming would be on a console since controllers are better.

slipknot0129

Joke??? Not saying that games are better or worse with gamepads, but you do know that I can use the 360's Joypad, the PS3's Dual Shock 3, the Wii's Wiimote and any other devices like the Novint Falcon on a PC right?

Still not sure if a joke... Aim assist is such a horrible thing. That's like someone walking up to me and saying, "hey, I noticed you suck at like so much that I decided to constantly hang around and help you with things since you are unable to do them well enough on your own merit." People brag about how well consoles can do FPS games and it only because of things like auto aim and aim assist. If we let kids in school use computers to just Google all the answers I'm sure their grades will improve, but that doesn't mean the teacher is doing a good job teaching or that the kid is smart. Hand holding hampers true quality.

If gaming with PC is all for free, and consoles needs money to play. Then of course everyone will choose PC over consoles lol. But if all were for free. I still prefer to game on consoles.

, free games, a top of the line monitor and headset, a guy who instantly upgrades your computer the time your computer isnt top of the line, a leather computer chair (or a cable hooked into your tv), and a personal computer helper, would you game on the PC? I honestly want to know.

kris9031998

[QUOTE="kris9031998"]

, free games, a top of the line monitor and headset, a guy who instantly upgrades your computer the time your computer isnt top of the line, a leather computer chair (or a cable hooked into your tv), and a personal computer helper, would you game on the PC? I honestly want to know.

LovePotionNo9

No xbox live and xbox achievements. Forget it my friend.LustForSoul

I'm pretty sure GFWL achievements tie into your gamerscore.

[QUOTE="ianuilliam"]

Yeah, I'd still play most multis on ps3, and definitely any that had local co-op/splitscreen (along with the ps3 exclusives and console only multis). I'd probably play one or two pc exclusives from time to time though.

Likewise, if someone bought me a 360 (and sent it in for me or bought a new one whenever it RRoDs :P ), I'd play a few exclusives on it, but still play the multis on the PS3. If someone bought me a Wii, I'd play some wii games. Maybe. Probably not many of them. I put down Galaxy and TP both within a few minutes because I thought the wiimote integration in those games was a major detractor.

Anyway. the point is, this thread is silly. If you buy someone ANY system and all the games I want for it, and any other expenses that are involved, of course they'll play it. Just like if you go up to one of these Ford guys that thinks Chevys are garbage and buy him a brand new Corvette... he's not going to turn it down.

cain006

2- Unified online/trophies. Sure Steam has achievements, and GFWL, and I imagine most of the other different services you would use, depending on game, but splitting them into multiple different services negates the point of having them in the first place. May as well just throw out teh achievement/trophy concept.

3- I prefer a controller. Yes, I know you can plug a controller in to a PC. How well it works with any given game varies. And even for the games it works fine on, in most cases you have to mess around setting up button-mapping because most pc games don't automatically have dev supported controller layouts (since you can plug in any number of different controlelrs with different numbers of buttons, configurations, etc).

4- Playing on the couch. Yes, I know the pc can be hooked to a tv and used with wireless keyboard/mouse. Most people don't because keyboard/mouse in your lap (without a desk) sucks royally. Also, many of us don't have the luxury of having many pcs, so the pc for gaming will also have to be the pc for work, productivity, general computing. Meaning some of us may need to have that computer in a different room. An office or something. And, while I could shut it down, unplug everything, move it to the other room, hook it all up, and boot up, I prefer not to when I already have a perfectly good console already in the living room.

I know the assumption is that anyone who prefers consoles has obviously never played a pc game, because pc gaming is 1 million percent superior in every conceivable way, but it's really not the case. PC gaming has the potential to have better graphics, depending on the pc, but that's about it.

[QUOTE="cain006"]

[QUOTE="C_Rule"] *sigh*
You don't belong in PC gaming.

C_Rule

Answered your own question, well done.

[QUOTE="kris9031998"]

, free games, a top of the line monitor and headset, a guy who instantly upgrades your computer the time your computer isnt top of the line, a leather computer chair (or a cable hooked into your tv), and a personal computer helper, would you game on the PC? I honestly want to know.

AzatiS

No xbox live and xbox achievements. Forget it my friend.LustForSoul