Why buy consoles?
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sry but i don't get the controller argument. for most games you can just use i controller if you like and the kicker is that you can usually even customize the buttons if case the designers had a severe case of brain hemorrhage when they decided on what to put on which button.
also are you so terribly busy you can't take 60 seconds to look over the controls on a pc game? they are almost always the same WASD for moving E,F,Q,SPACE for using/sprinting jumping punching, 1-0 for weapons/inventory.
and unless graphics are super important to you you can just buy a top of the line PC(which is not as expansive as you might think) every 5 years and will be fine.
also are you so terribly busy you can't take 60 seconds to look over the controls on a pc game? they are almost always the same WASD for moving E,F,Q,SPACE for using/sprinting jumping punching, 1-0 for weapons/inventory.
and unless graphics are super important to you you can just buy a top of the line PC(which is not as expansive as you might think) every 5 years and will be fine.
I just hate pc is all.
Also, I like consoles.
Edit: gotta add something though. If you ask me why I buy a console it's because I want to play games. You say it's not an elitist question, but it is, since you seem to think everyone has a pc. From your view it would be a question, for console owners you're just acting an pc elitist.
Also, I like consoles.
Edit: gotta add something though. If you ask me why I buy a console it's because I want to play games. You say it's not an elitist question, but it is, since you seem to think everyone has a pc. From your view it would be a question, for console owners you're just acting an pc elitist.
The main reason for me being a Console gamer is the convenience. I don't have to worry about drivers/graphic cards/RAM/etc. I enjoy actually playing my games, instead of spending inordinate amounts of time tinkering with my computer.
I also like using a controller and the console exclusives are another factor. Now I do play an occasional computer game, but owning a Mac has limited my choices. But that is a matter for another thread.
I also like using a controller and the console exclusives are another factor. Now I do play an occasional computer game, but owning a Mac has limited my choices. But that is a matter for another thread.
Bang, you pretty much beat me to it Slogan.Catchy Slogan said:
I'm brain dead when it comes to stuff like that besides the basics, I'm lazy as sin, money's tight, DRM from hell and I don't have to deal with system requirements. I know it's pretty much a re-hash of what you just posted but it purely sums up my reasons as well as to why I have console over a PC system to play my games on.
Ok, let me preface this by saying I am a PC gamer. I love the Keyboard/Mouse setup. My PC has only just reached the point that I can't run new games on maximum setting (they still look better than Console games though).
So why do I own an Xbox 360 and a Wii?
1) I started gaming on consoles. Even though I now play most of my games on a PC, consoles will always hold a special place in my memories.
2) Console gaming is a better social experience. With the exception of a LAN party, it doesn't make sense to have a bunch of people over and play PC games. Very few PC games are set up for single-machine multiplayer.
3) Some games just feel better on a console. Personally, I think that Shooter and Strategy games should never be played on a console. The thing is that other types of games are better on a console. Fighting games are better with either a controller or some sort of arcade stick, and racing games need some sort of analog controls. Also, sometimes a console game's controls are so well optimized that it leaves its PC port in the dust.
So why do I own an Xbox 360 and a Wii?
1) I started gaming on consoles. Even though I now play most of my games on a PC, consoles will always hold a special place in my memories.
2) Console gaming is a better social experience. With the exception of a LAN party, it doesn't make sense to have a bunch of people over and play PC games. Very few PC games are set up for single-machine multiplayer.
3) Some games just feel better on a console. Personally, I think that Shooter and Strategy games should never be played on a console. The thing is that other types of games are better on a console. Fighting games are better with either a controller or some sort of arcade stick, and racing games need some sort of analog controls. Also, sometimes a console game's controls are so well optimized that it leaves its PC port in the dust.
I know you guys are still getting that deal, but here in the States AAA PC titles (such as DA2) are costing the same as their console equivalents. It's a sucky change to be sure, and a bit greedy (since they don't have to pay anyone to make games for the PC), but it's making using the price-point argument a bit moot.Susurrus said:
Why buy a console?
-Because you can play it in bed with a nice soft pillow under your head and favourite teddy bear cuddled up next to you.
-You can play it from your sofa while your partner plays with your hair, rubs your back or simply rests in your lap asking silly but cute questions about what's going on.
-It takes 5 seconds to turn on.
-TVs screens are getting massive!
-Oh and guess what?? You get to play with a Controller!! Control... isnt that an awesome word?... knowing you can Controoollll.... what you are playing. Instead of using something designed for word documents and web browsing, Plus you can can play anything with a controller. Keyboards are lucky they have the RTS genres and should shut up and be greatful for that
Its a no-brainer. Games consoles are a big fancy toy that everyone can enjoy without all needing to buy computer chairs, Computers can take care of the rest.. like porn. Computers can provide the porn and -GAMES- Consoles can play games.. mhm mhm
-Because you can play it in bed with a nice soft pillow under your head and favourite teddy bear cuddled up next to you.
-You can play it from your sofa while your partner plays with your hair, rubs your back or simply rests in your lap asking silly but cute questions about what's going on.
-It takes 5 seconds to turn on.
-TVs screens are getting massive!
-Oh and guess what?? You get to play with a Controller!! Control... isnt that an awesome word?... knowing you can Controoollll.... what you are playing. Instead of using something designed for word documents and web browsing, Plus you can can play anything with a controller. Keyboards are lucky they have the RTS genres and should shut up and be greatful for that
Its a no-brainer. Games consoles are a big fancy toy that everyone can enjoy without all needing to buy computer chairs, Computers can take care of the rest.. like porn. Computers can provide the porn and -GAMES- Consoles can play games.. mhm mhm
To me, it's a simple question of math. Decent PC + console of choice (PS3 in my case) is cheaper than an excellent gaming rig. I use my computer to play around with Minecraft or retro games not available for the PS3, in addition to the occasional Blizzard game, while I play pretty much everything else on the console. It's also nice to know that I won't have to fret about upgrading my hardware for the next 3-4 years, just to play some game. It probably comes down to what kind of games you prefer, seeing as each kind of rig has it's advantages.
Mainly because i like to play with my friends, and i litterally don't know anyone that plays PC games.
Cost, ease of use/knowledge (doesn't matter how easy it is to learn, people are put off how complicated it looks), PCs usually aren't advertised for games, console exclusives, preference, what your friends own(for social reasons), and the what I like to call "console hook" (Zelda fans have to buy the Wii, Metal Gear fans will have to buy a PS3, Halo fans will have to buy a 360, Tekken fans will have to buy a console etc).
Think that covers pretty much everything I can think of.
Think that covers pretty much everything I can think of.
PointSabiancym said:
But that's effort.
Gaming isnt a second job, Its a hobby. Everything is done for you with a console, you just put it in and WaHay!
If people want to install software, piss around with hardware and manuals then they should go work at a PC store.
Simply put.
Consoles = Feet-up luxury
PCs = sgdh2jfz44zz numbers dsghbs.com @rgh. $$$
Hardware guide for Xbox360 owners wanting to build a PC with the same specs (except with 4 times the memory!):
CPU AMD Athlon II X3 450 Rana 3.2GHz & BIOSTAR TA880GB+ Motherboard Combo: $137.99
ATI RADEON X1900 GT Graphics adapter - 256 MB: $90
Crucial 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1066 (PC3 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory: $26.99
Western Digital Caviar Blue WD3200AAJS 320GB 7200 RPM 8MB Cache SATA Drive: $36.99
LG DVD SATA SuperMulti Drive: $19.99
Rosewill RV300 300W ATX12V Power Supply: $19.99
HEC Blitz Black Steel Edition ATX Mid Tower: $39.99
Totat: $371.94
(Optional) Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit 1-Pack - OEM: $99.99
Ubuntu running Wine: Free
Building a comparable PC is just as expensive as buying a Xbox360.
P.S. I threw in a cheap power supply so that the Xbox360 owners can randomly experience their own 'red ring' on their new PC!
P.P.S (Most of the pricing info I got from NewEgg)
CPU AMD Athlon II X3 450 Rana 3.2GHz & BIOSTAR TA880GB+ Motherboard Combo: $137.99
ATI RADEON X1900 GT Graphics adapter - 256 MB: $90
Crucial 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1066 (PC3 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory: $26.99
Western Digital Caviar Blue WD3200AAJS 320GB 7200 RPM 8MB Cache SATA Drive: $36.99
LG DVD SATA SuperMulti Drive: $19.99
Rosewill RV300 300W ATX12V Power Supply: $19.99
HEC Blitz Black Steel Edition ATX Mid Tower: $39.99
Totat: $371.94
(Optional) Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit 1-Pack - OEM: $99.99
Ubuntu running Wine: Free
Building a comparable PC is just as expensive as buying a Xbox360.
P.S. I threw in a cheap power supply so that the Xbox360 owners can randomly experience their own 'red ring' on their new PC!
P.P.S (Most of the pricing info I got from NewEgg)
PC Elitist Comment: "Because they are so much easier to use than PCs" makes me smile. I am sorry if computers are too hard for you too understand but if you are smart and chose not to learn, that is ignorance by definition and I have no pity for that. If you have the capacity to better yourself by familiarizing yourself with technology than why not do it? You can only benefit.
OT: The only catch for me as far as PC vs Console is that I like some of the PS3 exclusive titles. Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Heavy Rain were all great on PS3. I do ask myself all the time, "Why do I own an Xbox 360?" Now there is really no reason to own one of those if you have a PC. It's been gathering dust. COD:Blops was terrible on the PC and I heard there were problems for the PS3 version as well. So I guess sometimes the 360 version is best but I don't think it warrants purchase.
OT: The only catch for me as far as PC vs Console is that I like some of the PS3 exclusive titles. Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Heavy Rain were all great on PS3. I do ask myself all the time, "Why do I own an Xbox 360?" Now there is really no reason to own one of those if you have a PC. It's been gathering dust. COD:Blops was terrible on the PC and I heard there were problems for the PS3 version as well. So I guess sometimes the 360 version is best but I don't think it warrants purchase.
Becasue there are far more games on consoles these days, and PC support has been really spotty.
Frankly, the argument should be reversed, why buy a gaming PC?
Frankly, the argument should be reversed, why buy a gaming PC?