Wednesday 20 December 2006

Dan the Game Console Man!

Dan the Game Console Man?

yep, thats me! mwhahahaha

here's the thing...E3 is over and now there's a debate on which game console is better

one of the main things they haf in common is that all their controllers are wireless!





PS3
The good:
-Swanky design with quiet operation
-All games in high-definition
-PSP-like user-friendly interface
-Plays high-def Blu-ray movies in addition to standard DVDs
-Built-in Wi-Fi
-20GB for cheaper console
-60GB hard drive for expensive console
-Bluetooth support for wireless controllers and Accessories is coming
-Backwards-compatible with PS2 and PS1 titles
-Built-in memory card readers *
-Online play is free *
-HDMI output with 1080p support *
-No external power supply
*only for 60 GB console
The bad:
-Pricey
-First wave of games is somewhat anemic
-Doesn't upscale DVDs to HD resolution
-No force feedback (rumble) support in controller
-A USB port on the back would've been nice
-No infrared port means non-Bluetooth universal remotes aren't compatible
-Glossy black finish is a fingerprint magnet
-HDMI cable not included
The bottomline:
-Sony's PlayStation 3 may be the most expensive next-gen game console, and its launch titles are not all that impressive, but its swanky design and bevy of features, including a Blu-ray drive, make it hard to resist --




unfortunately, the controller had to be changed back to the original design because Sony recieved lawsuits regarding the new boomerang shaped controller. nevertheless, it is WIRELESS!





Nintendo Wii
The good:
-Sleek and simple design makes it a fit in most living rooms
-Simple and intuitive to use
-Easy operation
-Simple slideshow functionality
-Can play NES, SNES, N64, GameCube games
-Virtual Console
-Cheapest next-gen console
-Wireless controller that can mimic the actions of boxing, sword fighting, bowling, tennis, baseball, fishing and many more
-Built in WiFi
The bad:
-No recharge system for wireless remotes
The bottomline:
Nintendo’s next-gen machine is a great addition to the console race, one that focuses on playability over power. It’s sure to win some new converts to gaming



The console, wireless controller + Nunchuck(Joy stick), classic controller(optional)






XBOX 360
The good:
-Sleeker, smaller design for both the console and controllers
-Wireless controller ability built-in
-Redesigned Xbox 360 dashboard is now much cleaner and user-friendly
-Excellent Xbox Live integration
-Works seamlessly as a games machine
-Outstanding multimedia capabilities and compatibility with other devices
The bad:
-Clunky power box
-No HDMI support
-Hard drive not standard
-First generation games feature great graphics, but probably only a little better than what some high-end PCs can produce
The bottomline:
-The vast multimedia functionality and smooth Xbox Live integration of the 360 places it streets ahead of current generation consoles. The graphics may not blow everyone away, but it’s an impressive overall machine from Microsoft.


(left)pro console with wireless controller and headset
(right) core console with wired controller and only basic functions

so, while we talk abt all of these consoles, lets just Vote as well !

VOTE NOW! Which would you pick?

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