It has been years since I had a gaming console. I think the last
console I owned was a Sega. I never wanted to bother with
gaming ever since then because I'm just too busy with my day
job and this forum. My biggest fear is that if I get into gaming
I'll become so addicted that I will be irresponsible with everything
else.
What has changed my attitude? Last week on Opie and Anthony
their guest was a person that helped design the upcoming Grand
Theft Auto 4 due for release on April 29th. At first I could care
less about the radio conversation, but slowly, I was drawn into this
world of New York City where one could drive, explore, shoot people, etc.
I asked my staff which system I should consider for gaming, the
xBox 360 or PS3. I really wanted top-notch
games, graphics, sound and online play with other people.
The advice I got was that both systems were identical in graphics
and sound. Though the PS3 had a BR player (I own one
already), it was lacking in really good online play. In fact, from what
I understand, the xBox exceeds in the online category.
So, unless someone really hits it out of the ballpark with a reason
to go PS3, I think I am going xBox
Of course, I am looking for good arguments for both.
Now, let's just say I am going xBox. Which one do I go
with?
Do I go with the BASIC CORE PACKAGE
for $349?
Do I go with the ARCADE BUNDLE for $279?
Do I go with the ELITE BUNDLE for $449?
Do these all come with cable to hook up to the TV?
It was also suggested I pick up an extra wireless controller and
battery recharger pack. Anything else I need?
Now, the best part, what games do you recommend?
I'm sort of into shooter stuff as well as Fantasy type stuff where
you meet characters, have to find objects to get farther in the game, etc.
Kind of in the spirit of Final Fantasy, Lara Croft and Kings Quest.
Perhaps there are other cool games you could recommend.
Yes, Call of Duty 4 will probably be on that list, too.
console I owned was a Sega. I never wanted to bother with
gaming ever since then because I'm just too busy with my day
job and this forum. My biggest fear is that if I get into gaming
I'll become so addicted that I will be irresponsible with everything
else.
What has changed my attitude? Last week on Opie and Anthony
their guest was a person that helped design the upcoming Grand
Theft Auto 4 due for release on April 29th. At first I could care
less about the radio conversation, but slowly, I was drawn into this
world of New York City where one could drive, explore, shoot people, etc.
I asked my staff which system I should consider for gaming, the
xBox 360 or PS3. I really wanted top-notch
games, graphics, sound and online play with other people.
The advice I got was that both systems were identical in graphics
and sound. Though the PS3 had a BR player (I own one
already), it was lacking in really good online play. In fact, from what
I understand, the xBox exceeds in the online category.
So, unless someone really hits it out of the ballpark with a reason
to go PS3, I think I am going xBox
Of course, I am looking for good arguments for both.
Now, let's just say I am going xBox. Which one do I go
with?
Do I go with the BASIC CORE PACKAGE
for $349?Do I go with the ARCADE BUNDLE
for $279?Do I go with the ELITE BUNDLE
for $449?Do these all come with cable to hook up to the TV?
It was also suggested I pick up an extra wireless controller and
battery recharger pack. Anything else I need?
Now, the best part, what games do you recommend?
I'm sort of into shooter stuff as well as Fantasy type stuff where
you meet characters, have to find objects to get farther in the game, etc.
Kind of in the spirit of Final Fantasy, Lara Croft and Kings Quest.
Perhaps there are other cool games you could recommend.
Yes, Call of Duty 4 will probably be on that list, too.
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