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#1 JDW_games
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I own an original XBOX that I love and still play every week, and I also own a Gamecube that is great. I have never really been a big fan of Sony although they do have some cool titles like God of War for the PS2 and Resistence: Fall of Man on the PS3. I want to make sure I buy the best system for my money. I want an XBOX 360 but all the rumors of defective hardware scares me. I love Nintendo but I'm not real excited about the Wii Mote. I'd rather have a normal controller like the 360 or PS3 has. So which one should I buy?? When I'm gonna drop some big bucks I want to be happy with my decision.
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#2 nicktwa
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Well i've had an Xbox360 for over 4 months and play it nearly everyday and have had no problems yet. As for PS3... If you have the money and are prepared to wait a while before any decent games come out... get one :wink:
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#3 crazygamer1
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Don't over worry about the 360's problems...for one it was on the launch consoles that had the major problems the newer ones are better and even if you should have any problems MS offers a 1 year warranty with the purchase of the console. If you have any troubles call em up send it in and they fix it for free.With the $ you'll save by buying the 360 instead of a PS3 you can get a Wii also. Also 360 has the best gaming library out right now and has plenty of up and coming games to look forward to.
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#4 TheSystemLord1
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The new 1 year warranty on your 360 will cover you completely.  In case you haven't noticed, the problems have been occuring 2-3 months into a console's lifetime.  Its very rare for it to happen after that.  Plus, the newer ones are much better than the older ones.
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#5 Tristam22
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Buy whatever console has games that appeal to you most. For me, it was Wii. It sounds as if you'd like the 360 though.
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#6 general_KDI
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Since you don'T own a PS2, you could Buy a Ps3 and ren or borrow some game you couldn't play before. You would make 2 in 1. God of War, FF10, FF12, MGS2, MGS3, DMC3 and other big titles you couldn't play with your other consoles...
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#7 voxware00
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if anything i just wouldn't get a ps3 yet
i went over to a kid's house last night that has a wii and ps3, his honest words were all he uses his ps3 for is playing music...
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I own an original XBOX that I love and still play every week, and I also own a Gamecube that is great. I have never really been a big fan of Sony although they do have some cool titles like God of War for the PS2 and Resistence: Fall of Man on the PS3. I want to make sure I buy the best system for my money. I want an XBOX 360 but all the rumors of defective hardware scares me. I love Nintendo but I'm not real excited about the Wii Mote. I'd rather have a normal controller like the 360 or PS3 has. So which one should I buy?? When I'm gonna drop some big bucks I want to be happy with my decision. JDW_games
I can't really decide for you so I can walk you through my decision and see if helps you with yours. Wii = No. I agree with you. I like a standard controller and I really wanted HD graphics and movies. Xbox360 = No. I agree with you here too. I was afraid of all the rumors of hardware defects (and now the rumor of the Zephyr or black Xbox360) PS3 = Yes. That being said, everyone before me has a valid point. The PS3 is just starting off now so the game selection is limited. I only have one myself (Marvel) and I spend most of my time using the PS3 as a bluray player. If you have the $$$ to spend and are willing to wait for the games, the PS3 may be your best choice. (Hardware reliability was really important to me in this decision. I, too, owned an Xbox last generation and suffered from disc reading errors near the end of the Xbox's lifespan that really took away from the gaming experience. Hence, my transition to Sony.) If you want a more affordable system with good games right now (and a better online community to boot), you will probably be happier with the 360. Good luck with the decision!
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#9 colmusterd28
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I too was worried about the horror stories I've heard about the 360 and I too am a die hard XBOX1 advocate.... I realized that a lot of these stories people are saying only make up a very small percentage of the user base of the 360.  MS offers a year warrenty now and I've owned my 360 for 3 months now and I couldn't be happier....
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#10 GEMINI_CYBORG
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Wii or 360. avoid the PS3, since all the "exclusives" are moving to the 360. Except Lair.

Wii=awesome. I was scared when I heard about the Wii-Mote but I saw a video on it and was all 'hoo yeah'. It's really fun. Gameplay>Graphics

360=You need friends. Really. 360 is basically Xbox Live...and calling it a console. I've played it, and it's really nice, except my friend just desperatly needed to finish a freakin' quest in Oblivion. And I only played for about 1 minute of Oblivion. Yeah.

Wii>360>PS3

Get a Wii!
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#11 XenoNinja
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well, if you wanna experience the feeling of playing games in the future, get a Wii....but if you wanna experience the feeling of playing games in the stone ages, get a PS3/360.
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#12 JDW_games
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I'm still not sure. I have bashed Sony quite a bit through the years, but their hardware does seem to hold up pretty well. I'm a huge fan of Riddick and Halo 1 and 2 for XBOX and would almost feel like a traitor getting a PS3. I mainly play sports games and a few racing, and FPS games. My buddy has Fight Night Round 3, Madden 07, and Resistence: Fall of Man on PS3 and those games play great. However Gears of War, Lost Planet, and the new Halo is making me drool. So it's really a toss up for me on whether I should get a PS3 or a 360 ...
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I own an original XBOX that I love and still play every week, and I also own a Gamecube that is great. I have never really been a big fan of Sony although they do have some cool titles like God of War for the PS2 and Resistence: Fall of Man on the PS3. I want to make sure I buy the best system for my money. I want an XBOX 360 but all the rumors of defective hardware scares me. I love Nintendo but I'm not real excited about the Wii Mote. I'd rather have a normal controller like the 360 or PS3 has. So which one should I buy?? When I'm gonna drop some big bucks I want to be happy with my decision. JDW_games
Just get a 360 with an extended warranty and you'll be fine.
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If you have the money; PS3. If you are a big online gamer; 360. If you want to try something completly different; Wii.
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I'm still not sure. I have bashed Sony quite a bit through the years, but their hardware does seem to hold up pretty well. I'm a huge fan of Riddick and Halo 1 and 2 for XBOX and would almost feel like a traitor getting a PS3. I mainly play sports games and a few racing, and FPS games. My buddy has Fight Night Round 3, Madden 07, and Resistence: Fall of Man on PS3 and those games play great. However Gears of War, Lost Planet, and the new Halo is making me drool. So it's really a toss up for me on whether I should get a PS3 or a 360 ... JDW_games


are you only getting one console this gen?
theres no reason to get a ps3 now... or any time soon exactly
get a 360 now if you need a next gen console for now
if you like the games on the ps3 down the line, wait for when theres a price drop
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#16 hackett80
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the only way to go is 360 or wii. the ps3 offers nothing except a huge price tag and some first party games, but who knows when you will actually see them. the 360 has great graphics and an awesome multiplayer as well as awesome games. the wii which i have is awesome. from the first time you play wii sports to zelda, although the game lineup is a little weak right now. or you could just get both the 360 and wii and have it all.
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I own an original XBOX that I love and still play every week, and I also own a Gamecube that is great. I have never really been a big fan of Sony although they do have some cool titles like God of War for the PS2 and Resistence: Fall of Man on the PS3. I want to make sure I buy the best system for my money. I want an XBOX 360 but all the rumors of defective hardware scares me. I love Nintendo but I'm not real excited about the Wii Mote. I'd rather have a normal controller like the 360 or PS3 has. So which one should I buy?? When I'm gonna drop some big bucks I want to be happy with my decision. JDW_games

Mass Effect, Bioshock, Lost Odyssey, Two Worlds, Blue Dragon, Eternal Sonata in 2007

Fable 2, Cry On, Infinite Unsdiscovery, Ninja Gaiden 2, Alan Wake in 2008

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You will not find games like those on ...Wii garbage, and not for 2 more years on PS3

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#18 bengilder
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I say if you can afford a PS3 get one if not then get a 360 (at the momant i do say its the best but it did have a years head start for we need to wait for the PS3) and if not that then a Wii (great fun at first but it slowly get boring..... that might be the lack of games coming out for it)
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I own an original XBOX that I love and still play every week, and I also own a Gamecube that is great. I have never really been a big fan of Sony although they do have some cool titles like God of War for the PS2 and Resistence: Fall of Man on the PS3. I want to make sure I buy the best system for my money. I want an XBOX 360 but all the rumors of defective hardware scares me. I love Nintendo but I'm not real excited about the Wii Mote. I'd rather have a normal controller like the 360 or PS3 has. So which one should I buy?? When I'm gonna drop some big bucks I want to be happy with my decision. JDW_games
well judging by ure post the wii is completly out of the question for you. i would advise giving it a shot before writing it off but too each their own. u seem keen on the 360 but are afraid of hardware failure. rest assured that the chances of getting a dodgy 360 are very slim. the launch batch was a bit dodgy but there long gone now. ive been playing a 360 for ages now and it hasnt caused me any grief. it also has some (possibly) top quality games coming soonish and has the best back catalogue. keep ure xbox1 though, the BC on the 360 is very poor. the PS3 is an awful lot of money to pay for just one game. its only a few months old and doesent have very much available on it. for just games, i would advise against getting it at the moment. however if u want a bluray player and are confident that it will win the format war then it might be worth ure while. a PS2 might be of more interest though. there cheap now and they have a massive back catalogue. shops still hugely support it with shelf space too and it has a few years life left in it. so judging by ure poast, if u really want to get something now then a 360 premium and a PS2 might be the best bet.
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#20 Phanrang
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[QUOTE="lilrush"]If you have the money; PS3. If you are a big online gamer; 360. If you want to try something completly different; Wii.

what he said
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If you want a true High Definition gaming experience you will definately want to pick up one of these.

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#22 akif22
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i'd get a 360 .. best traditional console out the wii is good if you like the idea of different games with an emphasis on gameplay over graphics the PS3 has yet to prove it's worth .. it's not worth it's high price yet, prob won't do for a long time yet
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#23 Arnalion
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The new 1 year warranty on your 360 will cover you completely. In case you haven't noticed, the problems have been occuring 2-3 months into a console's lifetime. Its very rare for it to happen after that. Plus, the newer ones are much better than the older ones.TheSystemLord1
I thought the new warranty was supposed to be 90 days? We have always 2 years warranty in Sweden om manufacturing problems. ;)
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#24 Vampyronight
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My suggestion: If you're not really sure about the next gen, don't upgrade yet. I would suggest getting a PS2 in the meantime and play games for that which were exclusive. That will last you a year, easy, and then that will give you more time to see how the next generation is going to turn out.
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#25 deactivated-57d773aa56272
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360, but I would wait a while longer.
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#26 Nintendo-Wii
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You should give them all a try before you decide. Playing = Believing.
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1) How much money are you willing to spend?
2) What games interest you the most?
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I own an original XBOX that I love and still play every week, and I also own a Gamecube that is great. I have never really been a big fan of Sony although they do have some cool titles like God of War for the PS2 and Resistence: Fall of Man on the PS3. I want to make sure I buy the best system for my money. I want an XBOX 360 but all the rumors of defective hardware scares me. I love Nintendo but I'm not real excited about the Wii Mote. I'd rather have a normal controller like the 360 or PS3 has. So which one should I buy?? When I'm gonna drop some big bucks I want to be happy with my decision. JDW_games
The most consoles with problems are the ones that were available at launch or close to it. You also got a year warranty so that should be no problem. I have no problems with my 360 as long as I keep it in the open. Don't keep it in a closet while playing, but you shouldn't do that with any console. Wii is also great, but I don't know a lot about it's games. I wouldn't worry to much about hardware problems... When buying a console, just inform about the game lineup, and buy the one you like most.
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[QUOTE="JDW_games"] I own an original XBOX that I love and still play every week, and I also own a Gamecube that is great. I have never really been a big fan of Sony although they do have some cool titles like God of War for the PS2 and Resistence: Fall of Man on the PS3. I want to make sure I buy the best system for my money. I want an XBOX 360 but all the rumors of defective hardware scares me. I love Nintendo but I'm not real excited about the Wii Mote. I'd rather have a normal controller like the 360 or PS3 has. So which one should I buy?? When I'm gonna drop some big bucks I want to be happy with my decision. tricyclon123

Mass Effect, Bioshock, Lost Odyssey, Two Worlds, Blue Dragon, Eternal Sonata in 2007

Fable 2, Cry On, Infinite Unsdiscovery, Ninja Gaiden 2, Alan Wake in 2008

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You will not find games like those on ...Wii garbage, and not for 2 more years on PS3

Some of the games you've named right there won't be out for 2 years.  and anyways...as far as PS3's line up goes compaired to 360...tit for tat. 

DMC4, Lair, Motorstorm, Heavenly Sword, warhawk, Drake's Adventure in 2007

FFXIII, white knight story, MGS4, GT5, Tekken 6, Wardevil, Ratchet and Clank, Castlevania in 2008