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Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

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Old 15-10-2009, 9:29 PM   #1
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Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I have a PS3 but considering get an XBOX as the price has dropped a lot. Has anyone got both and can comment on how the two compare game playing wise? I've never played on an XBOX but heard the games and graphics are better, is there any noticeable difference?

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Old 15-10-2009, 9:35 PM   #2
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I bought the xbox 360 first since it offered hi def gaming and had rave reviews on here, also i had no other hd source at the time as sky hd was six months away, i think its a much improved system over the original xbox.

The achievements system encourages you to play a title more than you otherwise might, most of the big games are available on both systems such as fifa and GTA but you get some decent exclusives like Forza, uncharted, killzone etc, blu ray is worthhile too if your into movies.
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Old 15-10-2009, 9:36 PM   #3
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I'm sure I'm in the minority, but I've got both and I prefer the 360.

I can't really get on with the controls on the PS3, the two trigger buttons feel as though they're in the wrong place to me. I've no doubt the PS3's far superior technology wise and with the extra bonus of blu-ray.

As for graphics, I really can't tell any difference.
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Old 15-10-2009, 9:36 PM   #4
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I much prefer the XBOX over my PS3 as a console.

I haven't played a game on my Playstation for about 6 months, and that was Streetfighter 4. I only use it now as a DVD/blu ray player.

I was going to sell my PS3 but will only get around £110 for it, so I'll hang on it. Plus Uncharted2 looks interesting.

Get yourself an XBOX, you won't look back

even my post count says get an xbox 8)

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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

...Oh dear... here we go again.

Basically both systems have their merits and their faults. 360 is better for online play (nothing beats Live) and the PS3 is well the PS3 and relies on its decent games catalogue.
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Old 15-10-2009, 9:39 PM   #6
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

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I'm sure I'm in the minority, but I've got both and I prefer the 360.

I can't really get on with the controls on the PS3, the two trigger buttons feel as though they're in the wrong place to me. I've no doubt the PS3's far superior technology wise and with the extra bonus of blu-ray.

As for graphics, I really can't tell any difference.
Yeah i much prefer the 360 as a console since i've had that since launch and am used to the control sytem now despite having PS1 and 2 in the past, but as a newbie or kid with limited funds i'd go for the PS3 as it offers a more complete experience with the addition of blu ray.
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Old 15-10-2009, 9:44 PM   #7
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

there is very little if any differance in the graphics. the only real difference is the controller just depends which you prefer. i would only recomend an xbox if you want to play the exclusives (forza etc) or if you have friends on live
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I also prefer my Xbox to PS3. My Ps3 is mainly just used as a blu ray player and for exclusives to that platform, my xbox is my main gaming console.

If you'r happy with your ps3 as a gaming machine then don't wast your money as they are really similar unless you really want the xbox exclusives.

Had i not wanted Killzone, Ghostbusters and a blu ray player i wouldnt have bought my PS3 and don't see the need for people with a PS3 to get an xbox unless they want the exclusives.
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Old 15-10-2009, 9:47 PM   #9
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

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there is very little if any differance in the graphics. the only real difference is the controller just depends which you prefer. i would only recomend an xbox if you want to play the exclusives (forza etc) or if you have friends on live
360 controller wins hands down easily. I used to swear by the old school PS2 controller, that was until I felt a 360 controller in my hands. PERFECTLY designed, besides the PS3 controllers feel light and cheapish
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

For everyone who says the 360 controller is their favourite and has a PS3
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

CONSOLE WAR!!!
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Old 15-10-2009, 10:15 PM   #12
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

Ultimate gadget
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Old 15-10-2009, 10:30 PM   #13
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

Oh dear I feel for the mods, wait until the fanboy riot breats out in here

Have a PS3 myself, does all I need of it, lets me play the games I want and doubles up as a Blu-Ray player should I need it
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Old 15-10-2009, 10:33 PM   #14
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I have a wii, 360 and ps3 but the ps3 is easily best one imo. Better piece of kit, blu ray player, free online gaming, great games.

Nothing wrong with the 360 and this has the bigger games catalogue due to being out longer but most of the games are first person shooters! lol
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Old 15-10-2009, 10:35 PM   #15
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

i have both, never use the ps3 for gaming at all, blu ray and movies and tv only, 360 king of gaming imo
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Old 15-10-2009, 10:46 PM   #16
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I've got both and use the PS3 for streaming, bluray and exclusive games, xbox is used for gaming as I prefer the controller and playing online is a lot better on live. Get an xbox and enjoy the merits of both consoles, you wont regret it.
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I've got both and use the PS3 for streaming, bluray and exclusive games, xbox is used for gaming as I prefer the controller and playing online is a lot better on live. Get an xbox and enjoy the merits of both consoles, you wont regret it.
Yeh i know id buy a 360 these days if i didnt have one considering how cheap they are these days. I like to own both platforms so i can pick up the exclusives for each one. IE forza on 360, GT5 on PS3.

All multiformat games i play on the best system.... the pc that is!
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Old 15-10-2009, 11:11 PM   #18
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

Fanboyspamboy....I have both and went from a PS3 to an XBOX360 as soon as COD4 Beta was released. The online is so much better imo. In general I play more games on the 360. 30squid a year to play online though but its worth it if you play online alot.

I haven't played any games on the PS3 for months now and mainly use it for BD.
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Old 16-10-2009, 6:09 AM   #19
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

i have both and have always preferred the 360 for gaming and the PS3 for blu-ray/photo's/all round media player....

BUT, the more i use the PS3 am starting to find a few holes in the PS3's media capabilities, it wont let you organise photo's via folders, it wont display photo's over a certain resolution

As a result, ive been using my 360 more for this recently and its doing a sterling job, shame i dont like the Xbox front end, looks like it was designed by fisher price

Overall though for games its 360 hands down. If you want blu ray its PS3.
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Old 16-10-2009, 6:24 AM   #20
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I have an elite and an 80gig PS3.

I use the 360 more for gaming - mainly due to owning more games for it as I bought it like a year before I bought a PS3.

The only games I'll be playing on the PS3 are the exclusives, such as Killzone, MGS4, Gran Turismo etc. Also, the PS3 acts as my main BDP at the moment!
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I have both and while my PS3 gets more overall use (because I use it as a blu-ray player and media streamer) my 360 gets alot more gaming use. More games, much better controller, acheivements etc and I just enjoy the whole experience more.

Honestly though it doesn't really matter what others think, look at the 360 exclusives out now and coming and ask yourself is it worth it to pay £150+ to play Forza, gears of war, mass effect, halo etc, I think it is but it depends how much money is worth to you and what else you could do with that money.
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I px'd my original 360 for a PS3 when that was first released. I much preferred the PS3 as a system at first, but I have recently bought an Elite as well and that is getting more play than the PS3.

For me, Live is much better than PSN (despite being paid-for), and the older games available on Arcade like SWOS and Speedball 2 (when it comes back) are much better than the equivalents on an PS3. I am looking forward to some of the 360 exclusives like Forza as well.

The only problem I have is deciding which format to buy the multi-format games on because the PS3 and 360 are attached to different systems.

I keep my 360 in a cupboard because it makes so much noise, but that is about the only downside I can think of. The Elite is available for £190 with two new releases now, and for that it is a no-brainer IMO.
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Both systems are really good for jaggies, low res and tearing.
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Have both and use the 360 for Gaming.
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Both systems are really good for jaggies, low res and tearing.
I thought fanboy's were limited to consoles, obviously not.
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I thought fanboy's were limited to consoles, obviously not.
PC owners prefer the term connoisseurs.
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PC owners prefer the term connoisseurs.
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Re: Does anyone own a XBOX and a PS3 ?

I have all 3 and the PS3 is best imo. Only problem is the controller which isn't very orgonomic especially for FPS's.

360 does have a better online service but to be honest PSN is good enough, and it doesn't cost £40 EVERY flippin year.

I use my PS3 for all movies and music too.
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