Feel warm and squidy inside, and help teh Xbox 360 newb!

Hey, I have a friend who might be selling his old Xbox 360 Premium pack to me for £150. (Which by GBP standards is pretty good!) The reason for this is because he now has an Elite. He said, I'll get everything but the free month GOLD membership thingy. Anywho, I haven't said yes yet, so I thought I'd hear from you guys. His Xbox 360 is a replacement which got sent to him, after his first one died. So, couple of questions:

1) Is it worth it?

2) Is this replacement likely to "die" on me?

3) Would the warranty be in his name? And how does the warranty work?

4) If all is good: Game choices? (Apart from the obvious Halo 3, Gears of War and Bioshock)

5) Any other tips? I.e Accessory recommendations, etc.

1) How much does that calculate to, US? If it's about $150 or less, I'd say go for it. A replaced 360 is less likely to melt down. Though it is still possible.

2.) See above.

3.) Yes. It's through Microsoft and it covers shipping, repairs, etc for 3 years from the purchase date of the console.

4.) Tons of really good games. Check out gamerankings.com, click on "The Rankings", enter Xbox 360 in the platform catagory, and put theresult total to 20. You'll find 20 great games.

5.) Don't go outside barefoot when it's raining, you could catch a cold.

1) How much does that calculate to, US? If it's about $150 or less, I'd say go for it. A replaced 360 is less likely to melt down. Though it is still possible.

2.) See above.

3.) Yes. It's through Microsoft and it covers shipping, repairs, etc for 3 years from the purchase date of the console.

4.) Tons of really good games. Check out gamerankings.com, click on Xbox 360, and put the list total to 20. You'll find 20 great games.

5.) Don't go outside barefoot when it's raining, you could catch a cold.

Jbul

150 pounds is around $300.

Hey, I have a friend who might be selling his old Xbox 360 Premium pack to me for £150. (Which by GBP standards is pretty good!) The reason for this is because he now has an Elite. He said, I'll get everything but the free month GOLD membership thingy. Anywho, I haven't said yes yet, so I thought I'd hear from you guys. His Xbox 360 is a replacement which got sent to him, after his first one died. So, couple of questions:

1) Is it worth it?

2) Is this replacement likely to "die" on me?

3) Would the warranty be in his name? And how does the warranty work?

4) If all is good: Game choices? (Apart from the obvious Halo 3, Gears of War and Bioshock)

5) Any other tips? I.e Accessory recommendations, etc.

Jeimseu

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1) How much does that calculate to, US? If it's about $150 or less, I'd say go for it. A replaced 360 is less likely to melt down. Though it is still possible.

2.) See above.

3.) Yes. It's through Microsoft and it covers shipping, repairs, etc for 3 years from the purchase date of the console.

4.) Tons of really good games. Check out gamerankings.com, click on Xbox 360, and put the list total to 20. You'll find 20 great games.

5.) Don't go outside barefoot when it's raining, you could catch a cold.

MJ0LNIR_SPARTAN

150 pounds is around $300.

Hm. I may have to recommend he buy a new one, then. Or ask his friend to lower the price. For an extra $100, he could get a brand new machine, a new 3 year warranty in his name, etc.

There has been a pirce drop recently, it's something like £180 for a core, I think.
You should check it out on the web or something. I'm sure your mate wouldn't try and do you down by seeling you a busted 360 though.

There are tonssss of games to choose from dude, just go for what interests you, and you'll find something in that genre.

Have fun :wink:squidderDOA

If all fails, I might go for core. But then I have to buy all accessories etc, seperate which might be more expensive overall. Thankies, I'll try Gamerankings like someone reccomended

1. Yeah for starters it is worth it. If you plan on buying a lot of games and downloading plenty of items off the marketplace then I would start saving up for the 120gb HDD. The 20gb fills up pretty fast if you have a lot of games and download tons of stuff.

2. The replacement is less likely to die, but that doesn't mean it won't die.

3. Not sure about whose name the warranty would be under and yes the warranty works atleast for the Red Rings of Light problem. It is secure for another 3 years.

4. TESIV: Oblivion, PGR 3 or PGR 4, Rainbow Six: Vegas, G.R.A.W. 2, Lost Planet, Forza Motorsport 2, Fifa 08, Eternal Sonata, Blue Dragon, and plenty of others.

5. Wireless headset if you can. The clarity and qaulity is a lot better. Quick charge kit. That should be it.

[QUOTE="MJ0LNIR_SPARTAN"][QUOTE="Jbul"]

1) How much does that calculate to, US? If it's about $150 or less, I'd say go for it. A replaced 360 is less likely to melt down. Though it is still possible.

2.) See above.

3.) Yes. It's through Microsoft and it covers shipping, repairs, etc for 3 years from the purchase date of the console.

4.) Tons of really good games. Check out gamerankings.com, click on Xbox 360, and put the list total to 20. You'll find 20 great games.

5.) Don't go outside barefoot when it's raining, you could catch a cold.

Jbul

150 pounds is around $300.

Hm. I may have to recommend he buy a new one, then. Or ask his friend to lower the price. For an extra $100, he could get a brand new machine, a new 3 year warranty in his name, etc.

A new premium for him would be around $500-$600. He doesn't live in the U.S.A. where everything is cheap compared to others. Then again the dollar is worth jack sh!t right now.

[QUOTE="MJ0LNIR_SPARTAN"][QUOTE="Jbul"]

1) How much does that calculate to, US? If it's about $150 or less, I'd say go for it. A replaced 360 is less likely to melt down. Though it is still possible.

2.) See above.

3.) Yes. It's through Microsoft and it covers shipping, repairs, etc for 3 years from the purchase date of the console.

4.) Tons of really good games. Check out gamerankings.com, click on Xbox 360, and put the list total to 20. You'll find 20 great games.

5.) Don't go outside barefoot when it's raining, you could catch a cold.

Jbul

150 pounds is around $300.

Hm. I may have to recommend he buy a new one, then. Or ask his friend to lower the price. For an extra $100, he could get a brand new machine, a new 3 year warranty in his name, etc.

But you are forgetting this is "Rip-off Britain" its about £249 for new Premium XBox 360. (Just under $500)

1) Yes, it's worth it.

2) Probably not, especially if it's a newer replacement. Just make sure that you keep it well ventilated.

3) Sorry, no idea.

4) Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion, still my favorite 360 game

5) Make sure that if you have a wireless controller, to buy either a charging dock or play and charge kit, both work great. (P.S.: Do NOT buy the Nyko Cooling Fan)

5.) Don't go outside barefoot when it's raining, you could catch a cold.

Jbul

:lol: I'll be sure to take that into account

[QUOTE="Jbul"][QUOTE="MJ0LNIR_SPARTAN"][QUOTE="Jbul"]

1) How much does that calculate to, US? If it's about $150 or less, I'd say go for it. A replaced 360 is less likely to melt down. Though it is still possible.

2.) See above.

3.) Yes. It's through Microsoft and it covers shipping, repairs, etc for 3 years from the purchase date of the console.

4.) Tons of really good games. Check out gamerankings.com, click on Xbox 360, and put the list total to 20. You'll find 20 great games.

5.) Don't go outside barefoot when it's raining, you could catch a cold.

Jeimseu

150 pounds is around $300.

Hm. I may have to recommend he buy a new one, then. Or ask his friend to lower the price. For an extra $100, he could get a brand new machine, a new 3 year warranty in his name, etc.

But you are forgetting this is "Rip-off Britain" its about £249 for new Premium XBox 360. (Just under $500)

I'd say go for it then. Just be prepared to have your friend involved if you need to send it in for repairs.

1. Yeah for starters it is worth it. If you plan on buying a lot of games and downloading plenty of items off the marketplace then I would start saving up for the 120gb HDD. The 20gb fills up pretty fast if you have a lot of games and download tons of stuff.

MJ0LNIR_SPARTAN

Thankies, 120Gb HDD costs £129 so maybe in the future. (Considering I get the Xbox)

1. Yeah for starters it is worth it. If you plan on buying a lot of games and downloading plenty of items off the marketplace then I would start saving up for the 120gb HDD. The 20gb fills up pretty fast if you have a lot of games and download tons of stuff.

2. The replacement is less likely to die, but that doesn't mean it won't die.

3. Not sure about whose name the warranty would be under and yes the warranty works atleast for the Red Rings of Light problem. It is secure for another 3 years.

4. TESIV: Oblivion, PGR 3 or PGR 4, Rainbow Six: Vegas, G.R.A.W. 2, Lost Planet, Forza Motorsport 2, Fifa 08, Eternal Sonata, Blue Dragon, and plenty of others.

5. Wireless headset if you can. The clarity and qaulity is a lot better. Quick charge kit. That should be it.

MJ0LNIR_SPARTAN

The sound quality on the wireless headset is better? I had no idea, I may have to check it out.

I'd say go for it then. Just be prepared to have your friend involved if you need to send it in for repairs.

Jbul

Hmm. Annoying thought. Still undecided.

Could get Core for £25 more... Gah! Difficult choice.