PS3 a mistake

[zeta1]

Well, I am glad I went with the Xbox360. Although my main worries are if some particular games will go strictly sony. Such as follows:

 

Eight Days

 

L.A. Noire

 

The Getaway 3

 

That's my pick of the litter as priority goes.

[Star-Lord]

 

i hope ps3 doesnt die like dreamcast did

Hey this is worst than the fate of the Dreamcast. Aleast the dreamcast was a stable system and it was ahead of it's time priced at $299.99 at launch.

 

But what really killed the Dreamcast was the timing and the lack of games, DVD support and shipment delays. Then when they finally had enough stock of consoles around 500.000 units ready to be shipped out of nowhere they decided to pulled the plug without a warning. They went almost bankrupt. I guess they knew it was a failure and didn't want to go down with it.

The PS2 reign supreme.

 

I have a dreamcast at home and I play it once and awhile just for fun. In my eyes it is still a great console with some very fun games like Taxi Driver. So yes it failed but it will always be remember as the Greatest Console of all time. It did change the game world forever.

And the funny thing about it, Is japan still makes new commercial games for it.

Edited January 21, 2007 by pcguytech_2005

[Brutuz]

You know what I find funny?

 

The fact that the 360 and PS3 are outclassed by the top end computers.

 

Intel Quad core + nVidia 8800GTX in SLI =

[zeta1]

You know what I find funny?

 

The fact that the 360 and PS3 are outclassed by the top end computers.

PC talk in a consoles topic, I don't see how they coincide with each other. Anyhow some games which are exclusive to consoles win the average console-goer over. So you can keep your WoW, but I'd rather have my Army Of Two.

[Brutuz]

You know what I find funny?

 

The fact that the 360 and PS3 are outclassed by the top end computers.

PC talk in a consoles topic, I don't see how they coincide with each other. Anyhow some games which are exclusive to consoles win the average console-goer over. So you can keep your WoW, but I'd rather have my Army Of Two.

I'll keep my SAMP and Battlefield 2 thanks

[XeroRecoil]

I think the ps3 is the biggest mistake Sony has ever made. They just kept hyping it but when it came the only people that really bought it were the people that just go on ebay. So I don't think I'm ever even going to buy a ps3 because of the price and I don't think any good games are out now.

[Brutuz]

I think the ps3 is the biggest mistake Sony has ever made. They just kept hyping it but when it came the only people that really bought it were the people that just go on ebay. So I don't think I'm ever even going to buy a ps3 because of the price and I don't think any good games are out now.

It isn't a mistake, it just has too many new non optional features, and if noone brought it except the people on eBay, then how did it get onto eBay, or for that matter, I haven't seen around 1,000,000 PS3's on all of the eBay's

[SyphonPayne]

 

You know what I find funny?

 

The fact that the 360 and PS3 are outclassed by the top end computers.

PC talk in a consoles topic, I don't see how they coincide with each other. Anyhow some games which are exclusive to consoles win the average console-goer over. So you can keep your WoW, but I'd rather have my Army Of Two.

I'll keep my SAMP and Battlefield 2 thanks

It doesn't take a top-end computer to play SA-MP or BF2 (especially SA-MP .)

 

@zeta: IMHO The Getaway was a crappy series.

Edited January 21, 2007 by SyphonPayne

[VideoPoker]

Wow, doesn't anyone remember the PS2 launch? Everyone said it was doomed. The exact same sh*t is being said during the PS3 launch. People said the PS2 was too expensive, didn't have enough good games at launch and that using DVD as the new format was suicide. Regardless of all the naysayers, how'd the PS2 do in the long run?

 

Also, comparing 1st generation PS3 titles against 2nd generation 360 titles is just stupid. Developers already have a grasp on the 360 whereas the PS3 is still new and difficult to develop for. We'll probably see what the PS3 will be capable of later on next year at the earliest, not at launch.

 

I'm not saying the PS3 will be able to pull off what the PS2 did, infact I highly doubt that it can, but some of you guys need to calm down and at least give it a chance. Damn.

[Brutuz]

You know what I find funny?

 

The fact that the 360 and PS3 are outclassed by the top end computers.

PC talk in a consoles topic, I don't see how they coincide with each other. Anyhow some games which are exclusive to consoles win the average console-goer over. So you can keep your WoW, but I'd rather have my Army Of Two.

I'll keep my SAMP and Battlefield 2 thanks

It doesn't take a top-end computer to play SA-MP or BF2 (especially SA-MP .)

Thats for me, look at CoH, at full settings on a 8800GTS, with a E6600 2Gbs of the best RAM and the game at 1920x1200, it gets 22fps, Couldn't do that on your PS3 or 360, The Wii probably couldn't play it at all, you'd need a stripped down version, but thats just graphics, and you can't beat a mouse for fps'

[iRloading]

the psp and ps2 was a definite risk for me

 

they didn't seem like a smart choice at the time, but now I'm happy to say it was worth it

 

psp is perfect for people like me who have a sh*tload of idle time between classes (it's like an ipod video with games!)

 

ps2 was backed up by some of the greatest game titles later on in it's life~

 

just hope it holds true for the ps3

 

snagging one this early seems a definite risk to me... specially with chances of price drops (however small and meager a price drop may be )

 

it's like I know sony's been getting a lot of criticism with its products, but none I've seen to be THIS bad

[ARMEDnPISSED]

People need to give it some time. Ignorant people are expecting a brand new console with limited amounts and a few games to be selling well. The PlayStation 2 had a rough start yet it sold more than 100 million units. Wait till like Metal Gear Solid 4 or the new Final Fantasy comes out... we will see.

[De_Spank]

People need to give it some time. Ignorant people are expecting a brand new console with limited amounts and a few games to be selling well. The PlayStation 2 had a rough start yet it sold more than 100 million units. Wait till like Metal Gear Solid 4 or the new Final Fantasy comes out... we will see.

The problem is chances are very high those games are going to 360 too.

[TheDude5000]

Uh, I can't find a Wii anywhere. This time last year, I couldn't find a 360 either.

 

 

But there are about 300k PS3 units lying on store shelves right now...

 

Take a look at this:

 

360 Launch: COD 2, EA Sports titles

PS3 Launch: COD 3, EA Sports titles

 

Must own 360 Launch game: Perfect Dark Zero

Must own PS3 Launch game: Resistance

 

Both the 360 and PS3 had similar launches. They didn't have launch line-up's that were terribly exciting, but the 360 still flew off of store shelves.

 

I plan on getting a PS3, but they botched the launch big-time. 2006 was not good for Sony at all. Other than the PS2 selling like mad, but if PS3 can't duplicate that, will it matter in 10 years?

[MMFF]

 

Uh, I can't find a Wii anywhere. This time last year, I couldn't find a 360 either.

 

 

But there are about 300k PS3 units lying on store shelves right now...

 

Take a look at this:

 

360 Launch: COD 2, EA Sports titles

PS3 Launch: COD 3, EA Sports titles

 

Must own 360 Launch game: Perfect Dark Zero

Must own PS3 Launch game: Resistance

 

Both the 360 and PS3 had similar launches. They didn't have launch line-up's that were terribly exciting, but the 360 still flew off of store shelves.

 

I plan on getting a PS3, but they botched the launch big-time. 2006 was not good for Sony at all. Other than the PS2 selling like mad, but if PS3 can't duplicate that, will it matter in 10 years?

You have some good points, but the whole thing could be reversed.

 

We all have to admit that the Wii is kicking ass. PS3 fans and 360 fans all can easily see that. There are 2 big reasons why the Wii is popular. The number one reason is that it is cheap. (Compared to PS3 and 360) People just want one of these new systems and the Wii is the cheapest. The second reason is because it is something new. Everyone wants to try it out because it looks fun. In the end though, people are going to realise that it just isn't as powerful as the other 2 and that the big games are only on the other 2.

 

The 360s were hard to find at this time after their launch right? Right. You can get PS3s all over the place right? Right. Well, that would mean that the 360 is better than the PS3 right? Wrong!!! The only reason the 360 sold so well is because it wasn't up against anything. You all know damn well that if the tables were turned and 360 was released at the time of the Wii, 360s would be all over the shelves just like the PS3s are now. Now, that is no ones fault but Sony's. They had bad timing. But you can't say that 360 is better than PS3 because the 360 sold well while competing against no one.

 

Well, after all I just said, if you agree, or if you don't, one thing can not be denied. The Wii is whooping ass. That would mean that the Wii is the top dog right? Wrong! IMO the Wii is just a fad. That is all it is. Anyone remember Pokemon? Remember that huge YoYo craze. That is what the Wii is. Yeah, it is a hell of a good time, but it gets old. The real console war is between the 360 and the PS3. Don't believe me? Wait a few months and tally up the number of people who have a Wii. And then tally the number of people who have a Wii as well as a PS3 or 360 with it.

 

The Wii is not a stand alone console. If you get a PS3 or a 360, answer yourself this. Can you live without getting a Wii? If you just get a Wii, answer yourself this. Can you live without getting a 360 or PS3? And after the Wii fad dies out, that will have been enough time for the PS3 to show it's true power and release some great games. Then we will see what happens from there.

 

 

EDIT: PS3s are sold out at BestBuy.com. They can't be doing that bad!

 

SOLD OUT!

Edited January 22, 2007 by MMFF

[GTA3Rockstar]

My brother said the PS3 sucks balls and rather plat the Wii and the 360! For one, he got a Wii and a PS3 for $160, like how we got our PSP's for $11 each! It was badass how we did that, and he's glade he only paid total price for the 360 and not a lot on the PS3!

[TheDude5000]

Well look at this:

PS2 outsold all three next-gen consoles.

 

So now that we've established that the mainstream public still prefers last-gen consoles, I think 360 selling out last spring is still something good when looking at how there are many PS3's left unsold right now. People had even more reason last year to go with the then-current gen consoles(GC, XB, PS2), yet 360 still sold well with it's average launch line-up.

 

But you're right about the Wii, noone thought it would sell this good. I have a feeling the system will be another NDS, only it started out stronger. A lot of people doubted the NDS, and it had a long software drought in '04/early '05, but now it's selling like hotcakes. Everyone one said NDS was a fad, but look how it's dominating the handheld market, and helping Nintendo keep the top 10 positions in sales charts in Japan completely occupied by Nintendo.

 

I think the war is really heating up now, with no clear sign of a victor for some time. I just want to get a PS3 and Wii by the end of the year(so I can have all 3 consoles obviously) so I can enjoy all the games I want to play and not be limited while other people are playing the latest hit games..

[GTA3Freak-2001]

Well look at this:

PS2 outsold all three next-gen consoles.

But that means bugger all when the PS2 has been out since what 2000/2001 compared to the couple of years for 360 and not even 12 months for PS3. Sony has had entrenched themselves in the market with the Playstation and Playstation 2 but that can easily be undone when mistakes are being made by Sony. No the PS3 won't die, but I am sure it will hurt Sony as only the total die-hard fans will initially buy one as sales show.

[GTA3Rockstar]

Well look at this:

PS2 outsold all three next-gen consoles.

But that means bugger all when the PS2 has been out since what 2000/2001 compared to the couple of years for 360 and not even 12 months for PS3. Sony has had entrenched themselves in the market with the Playstation and Playstation 2 but that can easily be undone when mistakes are being made by Sony. No the PS3 won't die, but I am sure it will hurt Sony as only the total die-hard fans will initially buy one as sales show.

Actually, its just been over a year for the 360 and not even 4 months for the ps3! get your sh*t right! lol

[Vito Leone]

 

i hope ps3 doesnt die like dreamcast did

I still have that piece of sh*t. Revolutionary for it's time.

 

I still have my ps2, and will probably keep it running for another year or so. I'm happy with my GTA collection now.

 

Only problem is that he's so old he doesnt even vibrate anymore. Poor ps2 of mine. But I still love him, and will keep him for some time.

 

I wont buy the ps3, but probably will do with the 360. Only problem is hat the 360 has batteries on the controller, and you f*cking have to load that sh*t. And that sucks.

 

let's wait for GTA4 gentlemen. Then you can complain.

[Gouveia]

I'm a diehard fan of the playstation family. All I got to say is, being crappy or not, the PS3 needs to be on my bedroom. I don't EVEN wanna know. I don't like XBOX360, the one my uncle had superheated 5 times. And I can let my PS2 on all day and it doesn't heats up. If the PS3 is something like that, I'll get it. PLUS, it's only 4 months that the PS3 was released, so no one is pushing it to the limit!

[original gangster]

I'm a diehard fan of the playstation family. All I got to say is, being crappy or not, the PS3 needs to be on my bedroom. I don't EVEN wanna know. I don't like XBOX360, the one my uncle had superheated 5 times. And I can let my PS2 on all day and it doesn't heats up. If the PS3 is something like that, I'll get it. PLUS, it's only 4 months that the PS3 was released, so no one is pushing it to the limit!

If you keep the 360 in an open space and don't block up the air vents then there's a slim chance it's going to overheat. I'd bet it's the same for the PS3, as long as you don't cram the console in a small space then everything's fine.

 

Anyway, give it some time and the PS3 might start getting some good games made for it that really push the system to it's potential, although I don't have any plans on getting one. Went with the 360 and Wii and I don't regret it. I just wish they port MGS4 over to the 360.

[Gouveia]

 

I'm a diehard fan of the playstation family. All I got to say is, being crappy or not, the PS3 needs to be on my bedroom. I don't EVEN wanna know. I don't like XBOX360, the one my uncle had superheated 5 times. And I can let my PS2 on all day and it doesn't heats up. If the PS3 is something like that, I'll get it. PLUS, it's only 4 months that the PS3 was released, so no one is pushing it to the limit!

If you keep the 360 in an open space and don't block up the air vents then there's a slim chance it's going to overheat. I'd bet it's the same for the PS3, as long as you don't cram the console in a small space then everything's fine.

 

Anyway, give it some time and the PS3 might start getting some good games made for it that really push the system to it's potential, although I don't have any plans on getting one. Went with the 360 and Wii and I don't regret it. I just wish they port MGS4 over to the 360.

Well, but I don't like 360's controler. Anyways, That's what've said. Did you saw GTASA graphics when the PS2 was out? NOPE! Did the PC got Flight Simulator X graphics when they created it? Nope! See? You need to wait!

[Brutuz]

I'm a diehard fan of the playstation family. All I got to say is, being crappy or not, the PS3 needs to be on my bedroom. I don't EVEN wanna know. I don't like XBOX360, the one my uncle had superheated 5 times. And I can let my PS2 on all day and it doesn't heats up. If the PS3 is something like that, I'll get it. PLUS, it's only 4 months that the PS3 was released, so no one is pushing it to the limit!

If you keep the 360 in an open space and don't block up the air vents then there's a slim chance it's going to overheat. I'd bet it's the same for the PS3, as long as you don't cram the console in a small space then everything's fine.

 

Anyway, give it some time and the PS3 might start getting some good games made for it that really push the system to it's potential, although I don't have any plans on getting one. Went with the 360 and Wii and I don't regret it. I just wish they port MGS4 over to the 360.

Have fun with your gimmick

 

Nintendo have problems with their games, even when its possible that the Wii will win because of good sales, I haven't heard about GTA4 being ported, theres no PGR or GT announced to be on it is there?

 

The thing is, if Nintendo aren't careful they could end up like EA, just the same game with 2 new features.

 

The reason I say this in a PS3 topic is that think Sony's falling down the path of Nintendo, their consoles will come last for a while then they'll add a gimmick in one and get good sales, the rest we don't know yet.

[Dup]

The Wii isn't designed as a mainstream console with the usual games. Why have 3 consoles all running the same games?

 

The Wii is supposed to be arcadey and user friendly. It's audience is 10x that of the PS3 or XBox. I have known friends parents hi-jack their Wii to the extent of not giving it back! It's not for the hardcore gamer.

 

 

 

 

[_-playero-_]

Why the hell aren't all these good arguments given in the other topic?

[E.A.B.]

 

The real console war is between the 360 and the PS3.

ORLY?

 

I'd give you a better link, but this is all I could find at the moment

 

 

Nintendo have problems with their games, even when its possible that the Wii will win because of good sales, I haven't heard about GTA4 being ported, theres no PGR or GT announced to be on it is there?

Because those are the games that will decide the fate of an entire console

 

Don't get me wrong, they're great. But there are plenty of other games in the sea.

 

 

Have fun with your gimmick

 

that "gimmick" got Sony scared enough to rip off Nintendo.

[MMFF]

The real console war is between the 360 and the PS3.

ORLY?

 

I'd give you a better link, but this is all I could find at the moment

Yeah, the Wii is at this moment. But if you read the rest of my post, you would have seen that in the long run, they will run up against the PS3. Not to mention that Gates is an ass. Of coarse he is going to say that as if Sony is not even in his league. That is just like when Sony says they are the only true next gen system. They are talking trash about their rivals. Has been done for years, and will forever. Obviously he isn't going to say that "The PS3 is a great opponent to the 360. They might even have us beat." No! He is going to try to belittle the competition just like the PS3 is doing to them.

[Bauer]

I hate the smell of fanboy in the evening. It smells like... bullsh*t.

[Vito Leone]

I hate the smell of fanboy in the evening. It smells like... bullsh*t.

My friend, your attempt at making a laughable post was not valid, and should be thought of beforehand.

 

on other words. That sucked.