Video Games Thinking of trading XBox 360 for PS3 - Page 4

htismaqe · 08-30-2012, 07:23 AM

Pretty fed up with the whole XBox Live "Gold" idea. Can't watch Netflix without Gold. Can't watch ESPN without Gold. Can't finish achievements on most games without Gold (because the achievements relate to online play somehow).

And now I bought an old coop game (Sacred 2) to play with my daughter and it's all ****ed up because Microsoft wants her to pay for a Gold account TOO.

With the next gen consoles probably 18 months out, is it worth it to make the switch? How does PSN (the free version, not PSN+) compare to XBox Live? If I like to play Live Arcade games, will I regret changing?

Try to keep the fanboi stuff to a minimum, I would like some sincere responses.

htismaqe · 08-31-2012, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by CJizzles

I'm a 360 guy through and through.

I was too until I realized that I'm tired of paying extra for EVERYTHING.

htismaqe · 08-31-2012, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Pants

I don't know if they still make them, but I used to buy M$ brand USB rechargeable controllers for like $40 (they came with the USB cable and everything). I never, ever, used any batteries with any of my controllers. I shit you not, I'm also on my original 360 (I got it in 2007 or 2008, IIRC) - I guess I'm one of the few lucky people like that, lol.

I bought a charger too eventually. That wasn't my point.

htismaqe · 08-31-2012, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Cassel>Manning

I had nothing but problems with my 360. It worked well for a year and went to shit after that. I had to send it in to get repaired every 6 months like clockwork after that first year. After the third or fourth time I had it repaired I sold it and bought a PS3. I was actually praying to get the RROD just so I would get the three year warranty, never got it though.

I had my launch 360 until the slim came out. Only had it repaired once (video card failed).

CJizzles · 08-31-2012, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

I was too until I realized that I'm tired of paying extra for EVERYTHING.

Eh, I don't mind it.

I only pay additional $$$ for XBL (which isn't terribly bad) and new games if I want them.

That's about it.

Luke Warm · 08-31-2012, 07:41 AM

You should've had a ps3 from the get go.

htismaqe · 08-31-2012, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Luke Warm

You should've had a ps3 from the get go.

As I mentioned before, the PS3 didn't exist when I bought my 360.

Sofa King · 08-31-2012, 08:11 AM

Plus the players that use Ps3's are just better people overall.

Deberg_1990 · 08-31-2012, 09:27 AM

It was a few year ahead of its time and priced way high.....took a few years to finally catch on, but the PS3 is an excellent piece of hardware.

Actually both the XBOX and PS3 are going to be around for a long time, even when the next gen stuff comes around. Amazing to think they have both lasted 6 or 7 years now with no replacement. How much better can gaming get?

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 08-31-2012, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by QuikSsurfer

I'd say it's worth making the switch. My 360 has been collecting dust for a couple months now. I really only play it when some of my old buds are wanting to jump on COD and 360 is all they have -- or when a killer XBLA game hits the stores (not too often, last one I bought was Fez). This will be my last year to pay for Gold membership.

No shit. I WIN MOTHER****ER!!!

**QuikSsurfer** · 08-31-2012, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

No shit. I WIN MOTHER****ER!!!

heh.. did I make a bet that I don't remember??

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 08-31-2012, 09:52 AM

Surprised no one mentioned that the PS3 has a remote controller for playing Blu Rays. IIRC, ****er may be universal and programmable to your TV and Cable box.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 08-31-2012, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by QuikSsurfer

heh.. did I make a bet that I don't remember??

Not at all. We just went back and forth on it in the fanboi days. I was shocked as **** to read that post. Glad to have you on the right side though.

**QuikSsurfer** · 08-31-2012, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

Not at all. We just went back and forth on it in the fanboi days. I was shocked as **** to read that post. Glad to have you on the right side though.

Ah yeah.. I was hardcore..
Well i'm actually a part of the master race now (but my PS3 is my main console).

Rausch · 08-31-2012, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by htismaqe

Anybody know if I can control the built-in bluray player with a programmable remote? Or can I buy a remote for it? This would allow me to eliminate a device in my entertainment center.

The joystick is the remote.

It's hard for non-gamers to adapt to but if you're use to a controller it's no big deal...

htismaqe · 08-31-2012, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Rausch

The joystick is the remote.

It's hard for non-gamers to adapt to but if you're use to a controller it's no big deal...

Now that I know the controller is rechargeable, I'm fine with using it.

If you read back, my beef was that the factory XBox 360 controller uses batteries so using it as a remote can either be very inconvenient or very expensive, depending on whether or not you leave it on all the time.

08-30-2012, 07:23 AM
htismaqe In the misty morning... Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: on the edge of time... Casino cash: $1044370	Thinking of trading XBox 360 for PS3 Pretty fed up with the whole XBox Live "Gold" idea. Can't watch Netflix without Gold. Can't watch ESPN without Gold. Can't finish achievements on most games without Gold (because the achievements relate to online play somehow). And now I bought an old coop game (Sacred 2) to play with my daughter and it's all ****ed up because Microsoft wants her to pay for a Gold account TOO. With the next gen consoles probably 18 months out, is it worth it to make the switch? How does PSN (the free version, not PSN+) compare to XBox Live? If I like to play Live Arcade games, will I regret changing? Try to keep the fanboi stuff to a minimum, I would like some sincere responses.
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08-31-2012, 07:41 AM	#50
Luke Warm -Bicho Grande- Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Florida Casino cash: $1717	You should've had a ps3 from the get go.
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08-31-2012, 08:11 AM	#52
Sofa King Flop's Gonna Feed My Goldfish Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Dakota Casino cash: $242937055	Plus the players that use Ps3's are just better people overall.
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08-31-2012, 09:27 AM	#53
Deberg_1990 MVP Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Antonio Tx. Casino cash: $138849	It was a few year ahead of its time and priced way high.....took a few years to finally catch on, but the PS3 is an excellent piece of hardware. Actually both the XBOX and PS3 are going to be around for a long time, even when the next gen stuff comes around. Amazing to think they have both lasted 6 or 7 years now with no replacement. How much better can gaming get? __________________ Originally Posted by Cassel's Reckoning: Matt once made a very nice play in Seattle where he spun away from a pass rusher and hit Bowe off his back foot for a first down. One of the best plays Matt has ever made.
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08-31-2012, 09:52 AM	#56
Mr. Flopnuts Banned Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Down the rabbit hole Casino cash: $113741253	Surprised no one mentioned that the PS3 has a remote controller for playing Blu Rays. IIRC, ****er may be universal and programmable to your TV and Cable box.
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