I own a PS2 and am considering selling it and getting an XBOX. I heard that most of the better games comming out are going to be on it. Is this true? Got any advise/sudgestions?
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I own a PS2 and am considering selling it and getting an XBOX. I heard that most of the better games comming out are going to be on it. Is this true? Got any advise/sudgestions?
check this out, this should help.
http://www.xbreporter.com/xbox_vs_ps2_vs_gamecube.php
I recommand that you get an XBOX, because Halo 2 is coming out. I think XBOX was made for that game. It is a good game, and i also recommend that you play the first one, before the second one comes out. -Ebo
If you want a Video Game Console, buy a GameCube. If you want a Home Entertainment System, buy an XBox. That's JMHO btw.
EDIT: My reasoning is simple: Xbox is more meant to burn CD's, listen to CD's, and play DVD's then it is video games. The Xbox's only million seller is Halo so far. GameCube has multiple million sellers, as well as PS2. Oh, and if it's between PS2 and XBox, DEFINITELY get the PS2. You shouldn't buy a system because it has one decent game to it. Then again, whatever float's your boat.
It depends on what you like.Xbox has few games but look at how much longer ps2 has been out.I think go for xbox for xbox live.Yes ps2 has online but with worse graphics plus they dont have halo,halo2,and unreal championship.They both have dvd players but the ps2s dvd has been known to mess up a little bit.I think get a xbox and for the long run.It will unload alot of games pretty soon.
well like programmer said it depends on what you like. at the moment PS2 is winning the war of video games, and it has been around for awhile now. but Xbox isn't down for the count just yet, microsoft has invested $500 million into the xbox so its gonna be a contender for awhile, so its gonna gonna pull an "atari" and stop making processing the system. but don't just get the xbox because they got 1 really good game, PS2 has a really good array of titles since its been out for awhile, i would wait out the duel for awhile and see who comes out on top. but i will say that Xbox does have better potential then the PS2 however the games on it at the moment sure don't show it, just looks like PS2 graphics.
but like syder said if you want an entertainment system get a Xbox. you'd have to pay $30 extra for the remote for the dvd though. who wants to bring a date over to watch a dvd and pick up a PS2 controller?so if you have patience just sit back and wait to see the games that the xbox will pull out with next. but the graphics on xbox live are better than the PS2 though. and as for the gamecube, its targeted more toward the younger generation.
If you want a gaming system get ps2 because it has a more array of games if you want best graphics and sound get xbox
Sony, and, most recently, with much rejoicing, finally(again) Nintendo, have rights to Squaresoft games...and IMHO, whoever runs Square software runs the game market...although Microsoft did recently aquire Rare and bought Bungie (Halo) when the system was still in beta, and Nintendo has Retro Studios (Metroid Prime)...still go with the proven winner...PS2 and a GameCube as a second system. The XBox will soon be a desktop computer system, but you already have one of those.
Ouroboros
My vote is for Xbox. Right now there are more games for the PS2 but I think that is only because the PS2 has been out longer. The graphics are better on the Xbox and there are some very cool games comming out for it.
I say get an Xbox. Because of Halo2 and because Xbox Live looks somewhat promising. I also have a playstation 2. I really only bought it for GTA and Metal Gear. I also have a GameCube. I only bought it because they have the Mario games on it. So it depends on what games your going to be playing. I'd get Xbox because it has all around better features and has good games now and in the future.
Gamecube only has multimillion sellers because of the Mario games, not because it's a good system.
Stick with PS2. There are more people buying PS2 and for one simple reason that the system is really great. Majority of the best seling games are on PS2 format.
I think the best selling games are the Nintendo games on Gamecube, not PS2 :)
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Originally posted here by pleak
I own a PS2 and am considering selling it and getting an XBOX. I heard that most of the better games comming out are going to be on it. Is this true? Got any advise/sudgestions?
PS2 (Main processor:Mips Emotion Engine 295MHz,Main memory:32Mo,Graphic processor:Sony Graphics Synthetiser 147MHz,Video memory:4Mo,power 3D:75millions de polygones,Sound capacity:Stereo 48 voix,Dolby Digital,DTS,AC3,DVD-Rom.
Xbox(Main processor:Intel Pentium 3 733MHz,Main memory:64Mo,Graphic processor:nVidia NV2A 233MHZ,Video memory:64Mo,Power 3D:116millions polygones,Sound capacity:Stereo 256,Dolby Digital,DVD-Rom,
Observation: the Xbox is much faster than the PS2,and there are much more games for PS2 nowadays but you can run Linux system on the X-Box.
My advice: have the two of them ,if you can;
I only have an XBox for a week or so, but here's my opinion: if you want a decent gamebox RIGHT NOW, buy a PS2. If you wanna be prepared for the future: buy an XBOX. The only advantage PS2 has over the XBOX is its number of games, but a game like Max Payne has proven that the PS2 has reached its limits (playing Max Payne on a PS2 after having played it on a PC is a torture: the speed sucks, the console has to load stuff in the middle of a level - and it takes a while...).
Allow me to make a silly comparison: when the DVD was introduced, you didn't buy a DVD-player because of the number of titles available on DVD - simply because there only were 10 or so. No, you bought it because of the potential. At that time (when the DVD was just introduced) if you wanted to see movies, you bought a VHS-player and some video-tapes.
Same goes for audio-tape vs. CD. And same goes for PS2 vs. XBox...?
And something else: what good are 2000 games? I can entertain myself with just Halo and the upcoming Splinter Cell for at least a couple of months... I'm pretty sure by that time a new top-title will be released that'll entertain me untill the next one comes out...
Even though I would normally come down in the PS2 camp, I can't help but bring up the fact that the PS3 is only a year or so away, whereas Xbox 2 is nowhere in sight (which I think is a good thing till Xbox gets a more solid following). That being said, I'd seriously consider going with the Xbox but saving all my favorite PS2 games for the PS3, provided that it will be backwards compatible like its predecessor.
I agree here. I have both, and PS2 is great for gaming, but Xbox prevails over everything else. Keep us updated on what happens here!Quote:
Originally posted here by HackersWarrioR
PS2 (Main processor:Mips Emotion Engine 295MHz,Main memory:32Mo,Graphic processor:Sony Graphics Synthetiser 147MHz,Video memory:4Mo,power 3D:75millions de polygones,Sound capacity:Stereo 48 voix,Dolby Digital,DTS,AC3,DVD-Rom.
Xbox(Main processor:Intel Pentium 3 733MHz,Main memory:64Mo,Graphic processor:nVidia NV2A 233MHZ,Video memory:64Mo,Power 3D:116millions polygones,Sound capacity:Stereo 256,Dolby Digital,DVD-Rom,
Observation: the Xbox is much faster than the PS2,and there are much more games for PS2 nowadays but you can run Linux system on the X-Box.
My advice: have the two of them ,if you can;
get the xbox...we all know halo is a great game, but if you are into sport games like madden or nba live...they are much better on xbox. One other benefit is that no memory card is needed. there is plenty of space on xbox hard drive
Just an FYI HackersWarrioR there is also a Linux on the PS2 also just a lil kit that you hook up. Now for the question at hand. I have a buddy that has had a backstage early pass beta testing something for xbox live and they he says that M$ has put a lot of money into their online gaming. (ie great bandwidth new servers, constant administration)Quote:
Observation: the Xbox is much faster than the PS2,and there are much more games for PS2 nowadays but you can run Linux system on the X-Box.
Now from personal experience with my PS2 and a game called SOCOM and a couple of others PS2's online gaming is kinda choppy and slow and drops ppl a lot. Buy IMHO I think the PS2 has better games and a wider array as has been stated by just about anyone. I think it would kinda be stupid to buy the xbox for just a couple of games. (have a friend do it and play his :D ) just a thought
EDIT: They will probably both drop price here in another couple months anyway because I know Playstation is already in the works of spitting out another game station
Thanks for all the advise. I can use all I can get. I agree that if one would be willing to stick it out for the long run, then get the Xbox (and the extra computer with Linex capability doesn't hurt). But the PS2 has the right now aspect. I think I wait a little longer for the dust to settle. Any one else who has any more advice, keep 'em commin.
Xbox reigns supreme over all of these inferior game systems!!!
I agree the xbox is better than the PS2 because PS2 takes a long time to load and it really messes up a dvd i also think you should pick an xbox because the online games are good and have great graphicsQuote:
Originally posted here by programmer07
It depends on what you like.Xbox has few games but look at how much longer ps2 has been out.I think go for xbox for xbox live.Yes ps2 has online but with worse graphics plus they dont have halo,halo2,and unreal championship.They both have dvd players but the ps2s dvd has been known to mess up a little bit.I think get a xbox and for the long run.It will unload alot of games pretty soon.
It depends what you want, if you want a system in which you can play more single-player games get ps2, since ps2 has really no good multiplayer games and ps2's internet thing does not compare with Xbox live. So if you want a system with better multiplayer and online gaming get Xbox, also its better for home entertainment purposes, plus it can be used as a computer (thats if you load linux on it).
I have a PS2, and I have noticed, it freezes up some. Now, it has only happened to my Ghost Recon game, I don't know what is going on. But, anywho, nothing is perfect, but, I have no clue how the X-Box is. I heard it has it's own specialy made G-Force video card, and a hard drive...
Grand Theft Auto 3, and Vice city
Nuff said :-)
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I've thought of another reason to go for the PS2
PS1 games... a good way to waste a few hours, and can be picked up 2nd hand for a few quid / bucks / Euros. IMHO sometimes great games are not just about the graphics, it's about the game itself, I've played Halo, and it's great, but some of my favorite games are actually avaliable for the PS1, and older PC's.
I toyed with the idea of getting an xbox, but decided to spend the 200ukp on a new GFX card, and a few other goodies, and I prefer gaming on my PC.
Also has anyone tried playing Halo, when the missus want's to watch Eastenders?? too painful in my book.
While i'm here.
to the guy with the stuttering game. try making sure the disk is clean, and unscratched.
My Analysis (As of Jan. 11)
XBox is a very powerful system (technical wise) however the developers are barely pushing their games to use the true power of XBox. Very little XBox games have been million sellers (only two come into mine, maybe even one) and most of their "true hit" games are available on the other two respected consoles as well. With the Xbox Next (that's the name of the XBox 2) coming in 2005, Microsoft really need's to work on getting their developers to pump the true power of Xbox into their games. They are slowly catching up to Nintendo, trying to get the second-place spot, which is a good thing. The rookie in the industry (Microsoft) is giving the veteran (Nintendo) a healthy run for it's money, and that's damn sure good news. However, with so few major titles and NO first party support, can the Xbox last until 2005..?
The GameCube is probably the most family-oriented gaming console on the market. I mean, the name Nintendo sell's itself alone, but it's family-friendly title's make for something that people of all ages can enjoy. The GameCube's children game library is extensive (Animal Crossing, Pikmin, Mario Party, etc) and so is the Teen-Adult library (Resident Evil/Resident Evil 0, Eternal Darkness, Metroid Prime, etc). This give's gamers what the gaming industry is all about: games. Is it about DVD playback? No. CD Burning? No. The only thing that Nintendo's GC is lacking would have to be Online Gaming. They have the tinyiest plan for Online Gaming. However, if you look at it, this could be a bold move. What if people aren't ready to go online with their systems? Then the only company that didn't blow the money on Online Gaming would be Nintendo. Anyways, I can go on forever about this, so let's move on, shall we? ;)
The Playstation 2 is this year's #1 console on the market, hand's down. With sales toppling both of their competitors, they have little to worry about. Many say that the PS2 got lucky, coming out about a year and a half before it's competition, but remember that the PS2 was entered into the last console war (the one with DC and N64). The fact that it dominated in that war, and went on to win this one, is amazing. A problem with the PS2 is the total lack of market targetting. The PS2 solely focus'es on the Teen/Adult market. Having games like GTA: Vice City where it's nothing but violence, gangs, and all sort's of illegal BS is truly NOT meant for kids. So you know, GTA VC was their top hit this year, and was a possible candidate for Game Of The Year. The PS2 will continue to sell load's, but Sony is already (and has been) developing and planning the PS3. The chip that PS3 will use is called "cell" and is being made mostly by IBM. The PS3 is also slated for a 2005-2006 release.
There you have it folks, my little report. Oh, everything I said has factual proof and I'll be happy to obtain it for you. I know alot of you are surprised after reading my PS2 report, that GTA: Vice City should have been GOTY. However, and reports will show that the Game of the Year for 2002 goes to Nintendo GameCube's Metroid Prime. Again, report's will prove that as well. That's my little analysis, enjoy. Oh, remember, that it's not really about the fancy looking hardware or tech specs, it's (used to be atleast) about the games and the fun factor and enjoyment of them. If you like a game and have fun with it, that's all that matters. :)
if you are into modding and changing things then i would say XboX.
this is probably the xbox's strongest feature. already there are modding communities out there with tutorials and programs for modding the box up the wazoo.
seemingly, DirectX is more tried, tested and developed than what the programmers have to use on the ps and game cube, so the games that will be coming out should be very good indeed.
edit: the XboX can easily be upgraded too, of course, you can just purchase a larger harddrive and stick it in :). micros~1 intend on taking over the online gaming market for consoles in the future with the xbox. since it is made with existing pc hardware, it may be easier to implement internet gaming with it, and perhaps even local xboxLAN's for gaming. </speculation>
I agree with Spyder32. Gamecube is in my opinion the best choise if you are into pure gaming.
It doesn´t have all the extras that XBOX has but the quality of the games are in general higher for the Gamecube exclusive titles.
By the way, I´m a Nintendo fan so don´t trust me...
ive had a few sources who complained about the "lens" getting messed inside the xbox, with the comstant switching of dvd/game/dvd etc.
i also played my mates ps2 and the fan was very noisy but the games were good
i remember only a few years ago i was thinking dreamcast/playstation or n64 heheh im glad ive got a beefy pc to play cs, rtcw and bf1942 thats all the gaming i need :D