Video Game Systems

[TYTL]

Here's where people can talk about any game system.

 

First, I will NOT have any PS3 vs. XBox 360 fights, wars, or any flaming. Only civilized debates are acceptable.

 

Second, you can talk about games, but the game should be related to the week's system.

 

Third and final, have fun.

 

This week: N64, PS1, & Dreamcast (Even though it was between generations)

[the ghost]

Im confused. What exactly are we talking about if we are not supposed to talk about games or debate about systems.

[Chris Benvenuto]

Im confused. What exactly are we talking about if we are not supposed to talk about games or debate about systems.

 

He said you could debate about them, but in a controlled not flamelike manner.

 

two, it's talking about the consoles for what they are. Not about what makes them so popluar.

[the ghost]

What is a console exactly then, isnt it just a computer with an advaanced graphics card for gaming. I know nothing of computers or gaming systems besides liking to play them, and the only games I play frequently are guitar hero, Roller coaster tycoon 2, and on occasion Halo 3.

[Chris Benvenuto]

Well, it's the things you call an N64, PS2, PS3, Playstation, Super Nintendo, Xbox, Xbox 360.

 

Not just a computer that can play games, don't tell me you've never payed attention to the name of the console you're playing?

[Homer]

Just to get this out of the way, the PS3 has no games.

[jjeerr]

Just to get this out of the way, the PS3 has no games.

 

[phantomfan93]

Hahaha Great comeback. hahahaha

[Homer]

Thats a nice photoshop, but there's concrete evidence:

 

Also proving that some TPR members cannot spot an obvious troll or have no sense of humor.

[netdvn]

^

 

What is a console exactly then, isnt it just a computer with an advaanced graphics card for gaming. I know nothing of computers or gaming systems besides liking to play them, and the only games I play frequently are guitar hero, Roller coaster tycoon 2, and on occasion Halo 3.

A gaming console is essentially a computer that is dedicated to playing games.

 

A regular computer is dedicated to doing multiple tasks: running software, playing games, surfing the Internet, watch movies, etc... over an operating system.

 

The PS3; however is dedicated to playing games and only playing games. Sure you can go online, run an operating system, and play movies, but the PS3's main focus is games.

 

Let's give another example...

A Commodore 64 is an example of a computer. Although it has its share of games, the C64 is designed run other software applications as well.

 

In contrast, the Atari 2600 and the NES are both game consoles because both are computers designed to play games and only games.

[paintballer]

I love my Xbox, never had a breakdown. It really does have more games then the Ps3, and thats why I play the 360 more then my Ps3. Yes, I own both (Craiglist yo!) And the Wii? well that just sits in the corner and crys.

[BaMiTsPaT]

Yes, I own both (Craiglist yo!) And the Wii? well that just sits in the corner and crys.

 

I used to own all three as well, but my cousin moved out and took our Ps3. I got to keep the Xbox though so that's fine...and my Wii does the same thing

[paintballer]

Yes, I own both (Craiglist yo!) And the Wii? well that just sits in the corner and crys.

 

I used to own all three as well, but my cousin moved out and took our Ps3. I got to keep the Xbox though so that's fine...and my Wii does the same thing

 

Well, the novelty kinda ran out. So, I only use it when I have partys or something

[BaMiTsPaT]

^ Agreed. Mine is in my bedroom closet until family Christmas time when Rock Band emerges for the little kids.

[chemical_echo]

I've played Xbox a couple times with friends but can't stand the controllers. I also don't want to buy a system that has known a known failure called the Ring of Death.

 

I'm quite happy with my PS3 and my game collection is growing pretty nicely.

 

In all, I have a PS, PS2, PS3 and N64 in my room. Only the PS2, PS3, and N64 are set up though.

[Freefallbestrideever]

ARGHHH My PS3 isn't reading discs now, that's what i get for making fun of 360 owners I'm playing a game on the Ps2 now and my main thing is PC so it's not that big of a deal, but no watching Blu-ray movies until it gets fixed. Sony, I am disappoint.

[jjeerr]

I really like the Gamecube's controller. The wacky face buttons, the "nipple" C-stick, the HUGE analog shoulder buttons, the controller should of sucked, yet it was amazing.

[BaMiTsPaT]

^Agreed. it looks so ridiculous but once you start playing with it it's somehow really nice. on a side note, I love the gamecube as a system altogether. Mine has dropped off of 4 foot counters/shelves and kept playing through these experiences making it by far the most durable system I have ever owned.

[onewheeled999]

My 360's been doing some stuff that scared the crap out of me at first.

 

Like, I keep all my games in a basket right next to the console, so I pulled the basket out one day and I guess it pushed half of the console's faceplate loose, I freaked out. It just pops back into place, luckily.

 

Then, the other day, for about 3 seconds, it made this freakishly loud whirring noise during a sorta extended Mass Effect session (maybe about 3 hours).

 

And the little cover for the USB slots? Yeah, it's stuck down. Won't come back up for some reason.

 

But other than that, my 360's been working beautifully. No problems for 8 months!

[monsterfan99]

I love my 360. The main thing for my love is the ability to play movies by USB. This is huge for my K-1 kickboxing collection.

 

I still have my 3rd PS 2. My first two died, with one catching on fire. That alone is why I will not get a PS3.

[davejon]

The latest gaming consoles such as Xbox,PS3 & Wii,all are great to play games with enriched graphics.

[AllenA07]

As of right now I'm using the Wii, however after finals are done and I have some time, I plan to pick up a PS3. I don't play that much (maybe a few hours a week) so I don't think I really would qualify as a "gamer" but I'm still excited for the upgrade.

[Sir Clinksalot]

I was one of those people who was 100% anti-PS3. I thought it was an over-priced, over-blown, useless system that I would never buy.

 

Until ... I got a GREAT deal on a PS3 ($170 at GameStop including extra controller, Blu-Ray Remote, 2 games and warranty when I used some gift-cards and traded in my PS2).

 

Now ... I'm still not convinced on it's merit's as a "Gaming" system as we only have 2 games on it for now. We got some games for Christmas which I'm looking forward to playing then.

 

But I AM convinced on it's merit's as a Blu-Ray player (wasn't sure I'd notice the difference, buy do I) and as an entertainment console. We have music on it, pictures on it ... and now that it has NETFLIX capabilities, we have cancelled all of our premium cable movie channels and have been going crazy with it.

 

As far as games are concerned, for the games that I play, the Wii is still the best system. Although I am excited to play the CoD games on my PS3 soon!!!