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#51 Swiftie101
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Yeah i must not be right in the head either, because im extremely happy with my 360. Never liked a system more. Edit: By the way are you trying to convince us or are you trying to convince yourself?High_Fly

I have no idea what you are talking about. Did you READ and understand my posts?

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#52 ItalStallion777
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i'm not even going to read this post. just based on the name of it i can tell you have no clue what you are talking about.

oh and i guess 10+ million people and counting are out of their minds...including me.

Swiftie101

I guess I was a retard for thinking that people here would understand satire then, huh?

it's hard to tell satire from the daily rants of fanboys here on SW. my apologies, i thought you were one of them.:)

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Are you saying your post was satirical? I think it was a little too subtle to be picked up on. If you're going to spoof a fanboy of another system, then at least add some blatantly comedic elements.

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#54 jcant
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A consumer wouldn't buy anything, because that's not what a consumer is. A Customer is the one who buys things.
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Microsoft's X-box 360 is clearly the worst choice a consumer who wants to play video games could make. The lack of quality games exclusive to this system is astounding. The PC, a far more advanced piece of technology, can not only play the best of X-box games, but also run them with improved visuals and higher frame rates.

Yes but it costs you more which is why people generally choose consoles to play there games, cause its cheap and effective. Every console has its exclusives, just because it isn't as extensive has the ps2 was doesn't make it any different. The ps2 had overwhelming support and the majority of the exclusive titles it had were because of this support.

Even though the X-box features the amazing Halo 3, one can be positive that the finer version will arrive on PC sooner or later. Also, very few people will actually care about Halo 3 on its destined release date; the Crysis demo, with enhanced graphics and gameplay, will seep out Halo's awe-inspiring effect. Gears of War, one of the X-box's most touted titles, makes its appearance on the PC with the entire campaign, not just a portion of it. Another exalted game can also be enjoyed on the PC with better graphics and framerate: BioShock. Even if the PC had a dearth of games, consumers can be sure that they made the right choice by obtaining a PC just by judging the quality of the hardware.

You really think the general consumer knows about Crysis? over halo? I could say /thread right there even Gears of War has more general public knowledge then Crysis

A computer is not susceptible to the infamous three red rings of death syndrome that makes a common appearance on the X-box 360. It can easily last over six years without any hardware issues, unless the owner is semi-retarded and pours Sprite into the system. On the other hand, a X-box will need to be replaced every six months. There are some lucky ones who make it past that time period, but many of them are almost "anticipating" the insufferable moment. In fact, owners of X-boxes that have survived for a year like to show off the fact to others, and then pray that their hardware will just last a little longer. Such intolerable problems are quite rare on a computer.

Every 6 months? I have my x360 for three times that and it has once even red light of anything on me. And don't act like pc don't have problems they have tons virus, spyware, malware, hardware failures, overheating failures, blue screen of death caused by inifinite loops and so on and so forth. Our platform is plagued by more problems then all the other consoles combined we are just lucky cause we aren't tech noobs, if we were it would seem like a nightmare to get our computers working properly, I use to work in a computer shop when I was doing university and the amount of people that would come in for the most easiest problem to fix in the world were completely oblivious to how to even fix it.

The X-box also lacks the pliability of the PC, which can be made to fit your life**** It can print documents, make power-points, surf the internet, organize data, create 3D art, manipulate photos, and so forth. The amount of features to be found on a computer seems endless, especially compared to those on a X-box.

If we are talking about a gaming machine vs a computer versitility then you should keep it in the context of video games cause a gaming console is just that, FOR GAMES!

It is fairly obvious that a PC provides for a superior experience and fulfills whatever needs that may be aching at your stomach. There is simply no reason to buy a X-box.

There is reasons to buy a xbox 360, a Wii or a PS3 ^_^ Cause we like gaming, and we aren't confined by just one platform in which to play it on and if your a gamer things like superior hardware don't matter. I go back often to play snes, genesis, dreamcast, playstation and N64 games, hardware doesn't make games fun!

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#56 deactivated-62d1b87aec423
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Upgrading my PC would cost the same as buying a 360. So I'd rather have a 360 and play its games now than wait potential years for ports that may not always be as finely tuned.

But I'll still be upgrading in a couple years.

tomarlyn


Amen, brethren. Plus hack and slashers do not work well on the PC. I'll keep playing NGS on ps3 and finish the epic story of Halo 3 now instead of waiting 3 years.
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#57 Swiftie101
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Are you saying your post was satirical? I think it was a little too subtle to be picked up on. If you're going to spoof a fanboy of another system, then at least add some blatantly comedic elements.

poptart

Once again, READ THE ENTIRE TREAD. I have more than one post here.

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#58 CassiusGaius
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The 360 is cheaper. The PC is superior, but seriously, the 360 is cheaper and plays the games relatively close to the 360.

I have an e6750 @ 2.8 / 2 gigs of Patriot RAM @800 / 8800 GTS 320(for now might upgrade to 640 through evga). Now, I have Bioshock for the PC and with it maxed out @ 1400*900 and dx10 features, it looks only slightly better.

Simply put, you could buy a 360 and a $500 dollar computer that is very functional at any given application minus video editing / gaming and it would be cheaper then my rig.

So yeah, PC > 360 at a price. Take that for what its worth.

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I got banned once and recieved a message explaining that said intent to annoy others. If this isn't an intended to annoy othersthread I don't know what is.
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#60 Swiftie101
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Microsoft's X-box 360 is clearly the worst choice a consumer who wants to play video games could make. The lack of quality games exclusive to this system is astounding. The PC, a far more advanced piece of technology, can not only play the best of X-box games, but also run them with improved visuals and higher frame rates.

Yes but it costs you more which is why people generally choose consoles to play there games, cause its cheap and effective. Every console has its exclusives, just because it isn't as extensive has the ps2 was doesn't make it any different. The ps2 had overwhelming support and the majority of the exclusive titles it had were because of this support.

Even though the X-box features the amazing Halo 3, one can be positive that the finer version will arrive on PC sooner or later. Also, very few people will actually care about Halo 3 on its destined release date; the Crysis demo, with enhanced graphics and gameplay, will seep out Halo's awe-inspiring effect. Gears of War, one of the X-box's most touted titles, makes its appearance on the PC with the entire campaign, not just a portion of it. Another exalted game can also be enjoyed on the PC with better graphics and framerate: BioShock. Even if the PC had a dearth of games, consumers can be sure that they made the right choice by obtaining a PC just by judging the quality of the hardware.

You really think the general consumer knows about Crysis? over halo? I could say /thread right there even Gears of War has more general public knowledge then Crysis

A computer is not susceptible to the infamous three red rings of death syndrome that makes a common appearance on the X-box 360. It can easily last over six years without any hardware issues, unless the owner is semi-retarded and pours Sprite into the system. On the other hand, a X-box will need to be replaced every six months. There are some lucky ones who make it past that time period, but many of them are almost "anticipating" the insufferable moment. In fact, owners of X-boxes that have survived for a year like to show off the fact to others, and then pray that their hardware will just last a little longer. Such intolerable problems are quite rare on a computer.

Every 6 months? I have my x360 for three times that and it has once even red light of anything on me. And don't act like pc don't have problems they have tons virus, spyware, malware, hardware failures, overheating failures, blue screen of death caused by inifinite loops and so on and so forth. Our platform is plagued by more problems then all the other consoles combined we are just lucky cause we aren't tech noobs, if we were it would seem like a nightmare to get our computers working properly, I use to work in a computer shop when I was doing university and the amount of people that would come in for the most easiest problem to fix in the world were completely oblivious to how to even fix it.

The X-box also lacks the pliability of the PC, which can be made to fit your life**** It can print documents, make power-points, surf the internet, organize data, create 3D art, manipulate photos, and so forth. The amount of features to be found on a computer seems endless, especially compared to those on a X-box.

If we are talking about a gaming machine vs a computer versitility then you should keep it in the context of video games cause a gaming console is just that, FOR GAMES!

It is fairly obvious that a PC provides for a superior experience and fulfills whatever needs that may be aching at your stomach. There is simply no reason to buy a X-box.

There is reasons to buy a xbox 360, a Wii or a PS3 ^_^ Cause we like gaming, and we aren't confined by just one platform in which to play it on and if your a gamer things like superior hardware don't matter. I go back often to play snes, genesis, dreamcast, playstation and N64 games, hardware doesn't make games fun!

Zenkuso

Congrajulations on wasting your time... I would suggest reading the second page.

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#61 edflam311
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PC can't be compared to consoles. That should be fairly obvious, and that's why this topic fails.

The average consumer doesn't have 1500+ to spend on a gaming computer.

Consumer usually describes the average person, with little knowledge compared to us when it comes to purchases.

A 279-400 xbox360 beats out a pc any day.

Not to mention, few people by a PC with the intent of gaming.

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Tell that to over 11 million people. :|
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#64 machitocaliente
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11 million people must be crazy then.benjaminbuckner

that number is a lie. half of that is sinting on retail. half is hanving RROD problems. 360 actual base is small.

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#65 poptart
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I have now READ THE ENTIRE THREAD thank you very much.

Didn't work did it.

Oh well.

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Windows and gaming is just a laugh to me. First if you want DX 10 you have to upgrade to Vista then you have problems with compatiability, drivers, 32-bit still being used by many, software. On top of that Windows is still not the most stable OS around eihter. Who wants to have to worry about an OS locking up while in the middle of fragging someone? Then you have to worry about device drivers, patches, updates, fixes, conflicts, compatiablilty, min system specs/rec system specs, upgrading, processes, services, quality settings per game, DX,failed installs,cabling, etc. Some people just want to put in a game and be done with it.
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Ugh. You guys truly disgust me with your inability to read two pages.Swiftie101

Really though man, if you're going for satire, make that evident in the first page. It's asking alot in SW for anyone to even read as much as your TP contains, and now you want them to read every response for 2 pages to get your intended meaning?

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[QUOTE="benjaminbuckner"]11 million people must be crazy then.machitocaliente

that number is a lie. half of that is sinting on retail. half is hanving RROD problems. 360 actual base is small.

ok, 9 million( being generous). if you want small install base, look at the ps3.
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#69 Zenkuso
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Microsoft's X-box 360 is clearly the worst choice a consumer who wants to play video games could make. The lack of quality games exclusive to this system is astounding. The PC, a far more advanced piece of technology, can not only play the best of X-box games, but also run them with improved visuals and higher frame rates.

Yes but it costs you more which is why people generally choose consoles to play there games, cause its cheap and effective. Every console has its exclusives, just because it isn't as extensive has the ps2 was doesn't make it any different. The ps2 had overwhelming support and the majority of the exclusive titles it had were because of this support.

Even though the X-box features the amazing Halo 3, one can be positive that the finer version will arrive on PC sooner or later. Also, very few people will actually care about Halo 3 on its destined release date; the Crysis demo, with enhanced graphics and gameplay, will seep out Halo's awe-inspiring effect. Gears of War, one of the X-box's most touted titles, makes its appearance on the PC with the entire campaign, not just a portion of it. Another exalted game can also be enjoyed on the PC with better graphics and framerate: BioShock. Even if the PC had a dearth of games, consumers can be sure that they made the right choice by obtaining a PC just by judging the quality of the hardware.

You really think the general consumer knows about Crysis? over halo? I could say /thread right there even Gears of War has more general public knowledge then Crysis

A computer is not susceptible to the infamous three red rings of death syndrome that makes a common appearance on the X-box 360. It can easily last over six years without any hardware issues, unless the owner is semi-retarded and pours Sprite into the system. On the other hand, a X-box will need to be replaced every six months. There are some lucky ones who make it past that time period, but many of them are almost "anticipating" the insufferable moment. In fact, owners of X-boxes that have survived for a year like to show off the fact to others, and then pray that their hardware will just last a little longer. Such intolerable problems are quite rare on a computer.

Every 6 months? I have my x360 for three times that and it has once even red light of anything on me. And don't act like pc don't have problems they have tons virus, spyware, malware, hardware failures, overheating failures, blue screen of death caused by inifinite loops and so on and so forth. Our platform is plagued by more problems then all the other consoles combined we are just lucky cause we aren't tech noobs, if we were it would seem like a nightmare to get our computers working properly, I use to work in a computer shop when I was doing university and the amount of people that would come in for the most easiest problem to fix in the world were completely oblivious to how to even fix it.

The X-box also lacks the pliability of the PC, which can be made to fit your life**** It can print documents, make power-points, surf the internet, organize data, create 3D art, manipulate photos, and so forth. The amount of features to be found on a computer seems endless, especially compared to those on a X-box.

If we are talking about a gaming machine vs a computer versitility then you should keep it in the context of video games cause a gaming console is just that, FOR GAMES!

It is fairly obvious that a PC provides for a superior experience and fulfills whatever needs that may be aching at your stomach. There is simply no reason to buy a X-box.

There is reasons to buy a xbox 360, a Wii or a PS3 ^_^ Cause we like gaming, and we aren't confined by just one platform in which to play it on and if your a gamer things like superior hardware don't matter. I go back often to play snes, genesis, dreamcast, playstation and N64 games, hardware doesn't make games fun!

Swiftie101

Congrajulations on wasting your time... I would suggest reading the second page.

2 minutes, yeah a waste of my time :roll:

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[QUOTE="benjaminbuckner"]11 million people must be crazy then.machitocaliente

that number is a lie. half of that is sinting on retail. half is hanving RROD problems. 360 actual base is small.

So 0% of the 360's sold are at people's houses being played by them? I think you should re-do the math.
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Microsoft's X-box 360 is clearly the worst choice a consumer who wants to play video games could make. The lack of quality games exclusive to this system is astounding. The PC, a far more advanced piece of technology, can not only play the best of X-box games, but also run them with improved visuals and higher frame rates. Even though the X-box features the amazing Halo 3, one can be positive that the finer version will arrive on PC sooner or later. Also, very few people will actually care about Halo 3 on its destined release date; the Crysis demo, with enhanced graphics and gameplay, will seep out Halo's awe-inspiring effect. Gears of War, one of the X-box's most touted titles, makes its appearance on the PC with the entire campaign, not just a portion of it. Another exalted game can also be enjoyed on the PC with better graphics and framerate: BioShock. Even if the PC had a dearth of games, consumers can be sure that they made the right choice by obtaining a PC just by judging the quality of the hardware.

A computer is not susceptible to the infamous three red rings of death syndrome that makes a common appearance on the X-box 360. It can easily last over six years without any hardware issues, unless the owner is semi-retarded and pours Sprite into the system. On the other hand, a X-box will need to be replaced every six months. There are some lucky ones who make it past that time period, but many of them are almost "anticipating" the insufferable moment. In fact, owners of X-boxes that have survived for a year like to show off the fact to others, and then pray that their hardware will just last a little longer. Such intolerable problems are quite rare on a computer.

The X-box also lacks the pliability of the PC, which can be made to fit your lifestyle. It can print documents, make power-points, surf the internet, organize data, create 3D art, manipulate photos, and so forth. The amount of features to be found on a computer seems endless, especially compared to those on a X-box.

It is fairly obvious that a PC provides for a superior experience and fulfills whatever needs that may be aching at your stomach. There is simply no reason to buy a X-box.

Swiftie101

yup you are right, theres no reason to buy a X-box....but there are many reasons to buuy a X-box360

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#74 Swiftie101
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Am I the only one who finds it LOL funny that hermits say they are the smartest gamers yet are too stupid to realize a simple concept like most casual gamers not wanting to deal w/ the complications of upgrades and install problems?

Consoles are living room machines that are easier on the wallet and have the "plug 'n play" factor.

If you are a super hardcore mega nerd who has to have all the best in gaming, then a high end PC is a no-brainer. If you are a casual gamer who only buys a couple games now and then, consoles are more than enough to keep them happy.

Also, some people honestly just really hate sitting in front of a monitor and using a KB/M, as amazing as that might seem to some on here lol...

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I find it funny that people can't read the second page, even though I've announced it numerous times.

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#75 edflam311
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[QUOTE="LegendofYaslint"]

Am I the only one who finds it LOL funny that hermits say they are the smartest gamers yet are too stupid to realize a simple concept like most casual gamers not wanting to deal w/ the complications of upgrades and install problems?

Consoles are living room machines that are easier on the wallet and have the "plug 'n play" factor.

If you are a super hardcore mega nerd who has to have all the best in gaming, then a high end PC is a no-brainer. If you are a casual gamer who only buys a couple games now and then, consoles are more than enough to keep them happy.

Also, some people honestly just really hate sitting in front of a monitor and using a KB/M, as amazing as that might seem to some on here lol...

Swiftie101

I find it funny that people can't read the second page, even though I've announced it numerous times.

I looked at it, didn't see anything besides pointless banter.
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lemmings says it's all about having choices. yet, the choice to buy a console without a high chance of dying on you is coming only after 2 years, if it indeed come. so, to this moment, the only choice they had was to choose which defective version of the console to buy.
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[QUOTE="Swiftie101"][QUOTE="LegendofYaslint"]

Am I the only one who finds it LOL funny that hermits say they are the smartest gamers yet are too stupid to realize a simple concept like most casual gamers not wanting to deal w/ the complications of upgrades and install problems?

Consoles are living room machines that are easier on the wallet and have the "plug 'n play" factor.

If you are a super hardcore mega nerd who has to have all the best in gaming, then a high end PC is a no-brainer. If you are a casual gamer who only buys a couple games now and then, consoles are more than enough to keep them happy.

Also, some people honestly just really hate sitting in front of a monitor and using a KB/M, as amazing as that might seem to some on here lol...

edflam311

I find it funny that people can't read the second page, even though I've announced it numerous times.

I looked at it, didn't see anything besides pointless banter.

same here, WTF he's on about I don't know...

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[QUOTE="Swiftie101"]

Microsoft's X-box 360 is clearly the worst choice a consumer who wants to play video games could make. The lack of quality games exclusive to this system is astounding. The PC, a far more advanced piece of technology, can not only play the best of X-box games, but also run them with improved visuals and higher frame rates. Even though the X-box features the amazing Halo 3, one can be positive that the finer version will arrive on PC sooner or later. Also, very few people will actually care about Halo 3 on its destined release date; the Crysis demo, with enhanced graphics and gameplay, will seep out Halo's awe-inspiring effect. Gears of War, one of the X-box's most touted titles, makes its appearance on the PC with the entire campaign, not just a portion of it. Another exalted game can also be enjoyed on the PC with better graphics and framerate: BioShock. Even if the PC had a dearth of games, consumers can be sure that they made the right choice by obtaining a PC just by judging the quality of the hardware.

A computer is not susceptible to the infamous three red rings of death syndrome that makes a common appearance on the X-box 360. It can easily last over six years without any hardware issues, unless the owner is semi-retarded and pours Sprite into the system. On the other hand, a X-box will need to be replaced every six months. There are some lucky ones who make it past that time period, but many of them are almost "anticipating" the insufferable moment. In fact, owners of X-boxes that have survived for a year like to show off the fact to others, and then pray that their hardware will just last a little longer. Such intolerable problems are quite rare on a computer.

The X-box also lacks the pliability of the PC, which can be made to fit your lifestyle. It can print documents, make power-points, surf the internet, organize data, create 3D art, manipulate photos, and so forth. The amount of features to be found on a computer seems endless, especially compared to those on a X-box.

It is fairly obvious that a PC provides for a superior experience and fulfills whatever needs that may be aching at your stomach. There is simply no reason to buy a X-box.

Ipik_Fenris

yup you are right, theres no reason to buy a X-box....but there are many reasons to buuy a X-box360

yes, because the xbox was #2 last gen... and righ now, the xbox is... #2 again? 360 indeed.

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Am I the only one who finds it LOL funny that hermits say they are the smartest gamers yet are too stupid to realize a simple concept like most casual gamers not wanting to deal w/ the complications of upgrades and install problems?

Consoles are living room machines that are easier on the wallet and have the "plug 'n play" factor.

If you are a super hardcore mega nerd who has to have all the best in gaming, then a high end PC is a no-brainer. If you are a casual gamer who only buys a couple games now and then, consoles are more than enough to keep them happy.

Also, some people honestly just really hate sitting in front of a monitor and using a KB/M, as amazing as that might seem to some on here lol...

LegendofYaslint

mmm enjoying the complications of the ms tech support?

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[QUOTE="Swiftie101"]

Microsoft's X-box 360 is clearly the worst choice a consumer who wants to play video games could make. The lack of quality games exclusive to this system is astounding. The PC, a far more advanced piece of technology, can not only play the best of X-box games, but also run them with improved visuals and higher frame rates. Even though the X-box features the amazing Halo 3, one can be positive that the finer version will arrive on PC sooner or later. Also, very few people will actually care about Halo 3 on its destined release date; the Crysis demo, with enhanced graphics and gameplay, will seep out Halo's awe-inspiring effect. Gears of War, one of the X-box's most touted titles, makes its appearance on the PC with the entire campaign, not just a portion of it. Another exalted game can also be enjoyed on the PC with better graphics and framerate: BioShock. Even if the PC had a dearth of games, consumers can be sure that they made the right choice by obtaining a PC just by judging the quality of the hardware.

A computer is not susceptible to the infamous three red rings of death syndrome that makes a common appearance on the X-box 360. It can easily last over six years without any hardware issues, unless the owner is semi-retarded and pours Sprite into the system. On the other hand, a X-box will need to be replaced every six months. There are some lucky ones who make it past that time period, but many of them are almost "anticipating" the insufferable moment. In fact, owners of X-boxes that have survived for a year like to show off the fact to others, and then pray that their hardware will just last a little longer. Such intolerable problems are quite rare on a computer.

The X-box also lacks the pliability of the PC, which can be made to fit your lifestyle. It can print documents, make power-points, surf the internet, organize data, create 3D art, manipulate photos, and so forth. The amount of features to be found on a computer seems endless, especially compared to those on a X-box.

It is fairly obvious that a PC provides for a superior experience and fulfills whatever needs may be aching at your stomach. There is simply no reason to buy a X-box.

hobbit93
so why dont you just go enjoy your 10 thousand dollar computer and let us casuals play our 279 dolllar machine?

Lawlzards. 10 thousand dollar computer, where do you come from? 2076? And I love my 360, but wow, wow, wowy wow at your post.
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#82 blackace
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Swiftie101, you do know that a PC can be upgraded consistantlyand an XBox 360 can't right? Your point holds no merit because of that reason alone. If you were comparing the PC to a MAC or a Sun/Unix server, then that would actually make some sense. I get tired of PC gamers keep saying the PC is superior, which is obvious since it can be upgraded with better techonology every year. You'd have to be a complete idiot not to know this.The PC is superior to the game consoles because it gets new technology consistently and game consoles don't. :roll: Stop comparing PC's to game consoles. You can't compare the 2 platforms at all. When I can start upgrading my game consoles's CPU, GPU, RAM, motherboard, sound card and everything else each year, then we can compare PC's to game consoles. Nuff said.

Casual consumers would rather buy a game console then deal with trying to get games to run on their PC's. Running games on a game console is very simple and most casual like that. They don't have to worry about specs, graphics cards, RAM or anything else. It's just plug and play.

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#83 Wemhim256
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The point of the matter the consumer purchases consoles over computers because they are simple.. Computers are far more complicated because they give you infinite freedom. sSubZerOo
Exactly, they're both good in their own right. Super tech people should get their PCs, and simple mangs that just want to pop and play should be able to get consoles. However, PCs are much simpler if you purchase retail or have Dell or whatever assemble it.
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#84 Swiftie101
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[QUOTE="Swiftie101"]Ugh. You guys truly disgust me with your inability to read two pages.whoisryanmack

Really though man, if you're going for satire, make that evident in the first page. It's asking alot in SW for anyone to even read as much as your TP contains, and now you want them to read every response for 2 pages to get your intended meaning?

Well if some cow had actually agreed with my post, then it's a matter of self-ownage, which is what I was looking for. That can't work with just one post.

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#87 Wemhim256
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[QUOTE="Swiftie101"]

Sigh. I guess some of you guys are just illiterate or something. So, I'll say it again:

The purpose of this tread is not to bash Lemmings or start a flame war. I was hoping that some Cow would agree with my post and my assertion that the 360 is worthless. Then, I would just point out that the 360 continues to outsell the PS3, making the PS3 absolutely worthless. Of course, no one said that so I wanted to end the tread on the second page in the hope that this wouldn't spiral out of control. There are too many treads in which Cows proclaim that there is no need for a 360. This tread was made with the purpose of shutting them up. Next time, read the entire tread.....

Some of you guys make me ashamed to be a Lemming.

LegendofYaslint

You should be ashamed, but not of that.

1. It's not on page 2, it's on page 3, so I guess you just don't know how to count (see how stupid that sounds...)

2. Your logic in this thread is total crap, sales having anything to do w/ value is pointless unless it's discontinued.

Number one is a bad insult, it is on Page 2 for some of us, including me, they do have message board setting to make a higher post count per page.
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"Also, very few people will actually care about Halo 3 on its destined release date."

:lol: Must ... stop ... laughing.

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#90 PS3_3DO
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The PS2 had hardware problems too but that didn't stop it from selling over 125 million systems. There are no good fighting games like Tekken, VF5, or DOA games on the PC. No good action games like NG or MGS4 on the PC either. Sport games are better on the Consoles too IMO.

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#91 PS3_3DO
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"Also, very few people will actually care about Halo 3 on its destined release date."

:lol: Must ... stop ... laughing.

Stevo_the_gamer

ROFLMAO :lol: It's going to be on CNN like last time.

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#92 LegendofYaslint
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[QUOTE="LegendofYaslint"][QUOTE="Swiftie101"]

Sigh. I guess some of you guys are just illiterate or something. So, I'll say it again:

The purpose of this tread is not to bash Lemmings or start a flame war. I was hoping that some Cow would agree with my post and my assertion that the 360 is worthless. Then, I would just point out that the 360 continues to outsell the PS3, making the PS3 absolutely worthless. Of course, no one said that so I wanted to end the tread on the second page in the hope that this wouldn't spiral out of control. There are too many treads in which Cows proclaim that there is no need for a 360. This tread was made with the purpose of shutting them up. Next time, read the entire tread.....

Some of you guys make me ashamed to be a Lemming.

Swiftie101

You should be ashamed, but not of that.

1. It's not on page 2, it's on page 3, so I guess you just don't know how to count (see how stupid that sounds...)

2. Your logic in this thread is total crap, sales having anything to do w/ value is pointless unless it's discontinued.

1. Its actually on the second and third page. I was trying to make life easier for you by only pointing it out on the second, but I guess illiteracy stood in the way.

2. What are you trying to say here, please explain yourself, and make sure it has something to do with what I said.

I checked twice, and it's not on the second page for me, only on the thrid page. either my settings are screwed or YOU are making the mistake. Either way, you are wrong by assumption.

Illiteracy? My 2 degrees and honors laugh in your face. Try harder kid.

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#94 _koolgirl_
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@ Swiftie101

Your original post was too convincing, that was the problem ;) That and 95% of people on SW don't read. Matter of factly that is the whole reason I hate stickys with a passion, no one is going to read 23 pages on one topic, if no one is going to read what is the point of even responding????? Anyways, nice try, next time make it shorter and make less sense, it might help LOL ;)

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#96 _koolgirl_
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Well I guess its not happening then. I had hoped that some Cow would agree with my post and my assertion that there is no reason to buy a 360. Then, I was going to point out that the X-box continues to outsell the PS3, making it absolutely worthless.

Oh well, I guess people don't fall for satire that easily.

Swiftie101

BTW, this was on the second page for me and I have not changed any settings. :)

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#97 LegendofYaslint
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Okay LegendofYaslint. You clearly have no understanding of what is going on here. The "logic" in the original post was suppose to be flawed. It was written so that a Cow would agree with it. Here is a simple summary for your simple mind to comprehend.

Me: There's no reason to buy 360, all the games are on PC!

Cow: Words of truth.

Me: But its outselling the PS3, which must mean its (PS3)utterly worthless

Do you see how simple it is? There is no "logic" involved, just common sense.

Swiftie101

LOL, this is pathetic.

OK, first of all, I understand what you tried to do here. I missed your post explaining your sarcasm the first time through of course, hence my first post.

When I said your logic is flawed, it was b/c your attempt to guise ownage is flawed.

Just b/c the 360 is outselling the PS3 does not make it worthless. If you like the exclusives on the PS3 more than the 360 then it is not worthless, or if you love watching bluray movies.

I'm not here to defend the PS3, but your logic of it being worthless due to sales is simply flawed, or rather poor logic as it were.

Common sense, far from it sir.

NOW do you understand my point?

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The PS2 had hardware problems too but that didn't stop it from selling over 125 million systems. There are no good fighting games like Tekken, VF5, or DOA games on the PC. No good action games like NG or MGS4 on the PC either. Sport games are better on the Consoles too IMO.

PS3_3DO

those issues didn't hurt the ps2 sales that much because it was an issue only for the launch units. were you a gamer back then? you should remember it.

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2007 # of PC AAA titles: 4 AA titles: 11

2007 # of XBox 360 AAA titles: 3 AA titles: 13

Not all that much better.

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#100 LegendofYaslint
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[QUOTE="Swiftie101"]

Well I guess its not happening then. I had hoped that some Cow would agree with my post and my assertion that there is no reason to buy a 360. Then, I was going to point out that the X-box continues to outsell the PS3, making it absolutely worthless.

Oh well, I guess people don't fall for satire that easily.

_koolgirl_

BTW, this was on the second page for me and I have not changed any settings. :)

BTW, bottom of third page for me and I have not changed mine either :)