Upgrading from ps2 long overdue need advice.

I am long overdue for an upgrade from ps2 I am torn between both Xbox one and ps4.

Being a PlayStation guy all my life I am leaning towards a ps4 but am considering a Xbox one which in my area could be had for about 60-70 dollars cheaper.

I know coming from a ps2 graphics in either system are going to be more than adequate

I do not have a whole lot of ppl,I will be connecting with friend wise in either system I have a few on both sides to connect with so this aspect is a wash

Everyone says which exclusives do you like more you will be happy with either system I am having such a hard time deciding what is making it even harder are two games that I would love to have for both systems which would make my decision a whole lot easier

Scalebound & horizon zero dawn

I am not big into shooter games ex:gears of war,halo,battlefield etc Inam more drawn towards action/adventure/RPGs this is where scale bound really grabbed my eye.

I am leaning towards ps4 more for their huge diverse library as it looks like Xbox one is a bit smaller but they are backwards compatible this is such a hard decision maybe some of you guys who have one or both systems can chime in a little I know it comes down to which. Games I prefer to play and that's hard other than first person shooters I really play anything

Racing of any kind

God of war

Destiny warriors

Road rage

Twisted metal

Marvel ultimate alliance

Soul caliber

Def jam fight for my

crazy taxi

inam currently playing nfs most wanted

Any opinions would be greatly appreciated

Thx all

I wish that my PS2 worked, forget about graphics, there's actually games on it.

You'll run out of console games in a week if you get a PS4 or an Xbone. If you haven't been playing since PS2 you're going to have a rude awakening: Console games have gotten WAY shittier.

If you skipped a whole generation get yourself a PS3. It has lots of great games and it'll be very cheap. Catch up on those games and then in a couple years get a modern console once they actually have some stuff worth playing.

Honestly, though, you should just build a decent computer. Better everything and a game library that can't be beat and stretches back for several decades. Plus you can run emulators for all of the older consoles including your PS2.

If youve missed that many years the Xbox One might be a good choice, youll get to play physical Xbox 360 and Xbox One games on it . Plus you can get the best simulation racer of this and last gen. Id personally go PC, its offers a bunch of games with its very diverse and top notch library. Plus its free internet and low cost for games cant be beat.

I fully agree with this post.

Xbone will allow you to play a lot of games you missed.

But if you take an interest in PC gaming, and learn how that works, it's easily the best option.

I have considered the PS3 for that reason as well as the bone being able to play older games the only downside to the bone is I skipped a whole generation so all I have is a ps2 with a good handful of most played games have games gotten that bad or is it because I'm a whole generation back

Judging from the last couple of posts I never really looked at pc gaming as an option I've only really played console I have downloaded a good handfull of games pic I've always enjoyed console however probably because I really do not know anyone who pic games

I have both and I prefer the Xbox One, but I've always preferred Xbox consoles over Playstation consoles every generation. I think the Xbox One has better features than the PS4 and currently has a better library of exclusives than the PS4 especially if you don't game on PC. Plus, given that you did not own any of the last gen consoles, I think a big consideration for you should be the fact that Xbox One is backwards compatible with the Xbox 360, so if you buy a Xbox One you get access to not just one, but two generation's libraries of games that you have never played before.

Honestly, just get a Ps3. The library is chock full of games right now and you'll be waiting for games on Ps4.

Just get a PS3 or 360. There are hundreds of great games, and the vast majority of them are dirt cheap. If you get a 360, MAKE SURE to get one of the slim models.

Then by the time you get tired of those consoles, PS4 and XBone will be in the same situation.

I am leaning towards the PS3 now or xbone the PS3 for the game library the xbone for the compatibility it's tough.

You missed a generation that lasted for 8 years. Meaning Xbox 360 and PS3 had a loooooooot of great games.

This generation is starting off slow. Especially for PS4, but also for Xbone.

So if you want to play more modern games, PC is your best bet. Want to play some of the best games of last gen: Xbone or PS3 :)

You should know that the 360 games on Xbox one you have to download even if you have the disc, and a lot of games won't be supported / run as smoothly as they did on 360. If you want to play 360 games, i'd get a 360

The xbox one isn't fully backwards compatible because it uses a different CPU architecture than the 360, so it only supports a select few games.

Thanks for the input all you left me with a lot to think about you all make very valid points the only reason I went this route was my sister got my brother in law a xbone one for Christmas and the guys at my job all have xbone or ps4 but they do have tons of games for last gen i never upgraded after ps2 but holy shit does both scale bound and horizon zero dawn look awesome how us elder scrolls.? That looks like a pretty cool game along with dragon age I know I'm getting a little off topic here I'm used to ps2 haven't really touched last gen consoles was busy getting married buying a house having a kid etc just started getting back into gaming recently again with the daughter getting older and playing with her kindle she tells Daddy to play his game have not had a chance to change my avatar I am a guy I've also been finding more free time so console of choice the one I've always played ps2 so PS3 is probably a solid option like I said you all gave me a lot to think about I appreciate all of your thoughts and opinions

I'd recommend a desktop PC because of the sheer volume of multiplatform releases, online gaming and free content (via mods).

If you're into online gaming, you've got many great choices with massive communities to pick from. I'd recommend for starters Phantasy Star Online 2 (which may seem daunting to configure at first, but it roughly takes just 30 minutes, and once you're done you have access to the best free MMORPG on the market that's played by a huge community of english speaking players).

If you want to check out the best recent exclusives PC has to offer, you can't go wrong with Legend of Grimrock II and Civilization V: Complete Edition. Mount & Blade: Warband is a fantastic medieval action game with two excellent expansions - Viking Conquest & Napoleonic Wars, providing dozens of hours of great gameplay and there are also an endless stream of quality community made expansions for free, which is just a ridiculous bang for your buck.

You can dip your toes into emulation. You mentioned that you have a PS2. Play the games in your collection via PCSX2 in 1080p. There's nothing overwhelming about it.

Or, just stick with a Playstation 4 if you're adamant on a console. It's a commercially successful platform that won't miss out on multiplatform releases.

this. maybe get both. both consoles are cheap and the games are like 5$ nowadays. multiplats for 360 and exclusives for ps3. no worries about disc space or important day 1 patches.

PS3 first to catch up, then on to PS4.

Thank you Sony for that Backwards Compatibility !

Oh nvm...

Dont need it!

Oh yeah!

I agree with those that said PS3. System is a lot cheaper and so are the games. I imagine the difference in graphics won't hurt much if only now upgrading from PS2.

Ps3 sounds like your system.

Because most of the PS4 library are PS3 rehashes! Bazinga!

Anyways SW is the absolute worst place for this type of advice. For example, as a completely unbiased PC first gamer I suggest you spare yourself the headaches and heartaches of no games on consoles and get yourself a nice desktop, problem solved! :P

Good luck in your decision but not SW material.