XBox 360 vs PS3

[bigh0rt]

Ok, so I've been a SONY guy since PS1, and I want some input.

360 or PS3? Which will be the better machine? Price doesn't concern me all that much, but getting the best system does.

I essentially only play Madden, NBA Live, FIFA, Tiger Woods, NCAA Football, March Madness...

So, give me your $0.02. If you want to give specs, screens (from PS3, if they exist), why one is better than the other in certain areas, etc. I can't wait to hear it!

Thanks.

[teddy ballgame]

I think the system will be better on PS3, because it's coming out later and technology is always advancing. The controllers are better on 360, unless you want a lesbian sex toy/controller combo. Online play will probably be better on 360, but it costs money for a subscription. However even if the graphics/system might be a little better on Sony, it doesn't mean the sports games will. I liked the sports games on PS2 better than Xbox. I also was a Sony guy for a while, and had a PS2, but when I got an Xbox also, I have to admit I liked it better. That doesn't really apply for the new gen though.

[Yoda]

I'm getting the Wii... Always was a big Nintendo fan until Sony came out with Playstation. Switching back now.

PS3 will be a better system than Xbox tho technically anyway and with more support. It will be interesting to see how much they sell based on the steep pricing.

[KoopaTroopa211]

The console that comes out later will always have the advantage of access to better tech.

Of course, in addition to the console costing an extra $200, comments from Sony officials suggest that game prices may range as high as $80-$100 for the PS3.

[Cleveland Steamers]

The PS3 may go the way of the Sega Saturn. With the price at $600 and the new announcement of a supply shortage (400,000 units instead of 2 mil), gamers have gotten angry with Sony. In addition, game developers have felt that developing for the PS3 is about 50% harder than developing for the 360 and no is happy. Add in that software may have to increase in cost (~$80/unit) for the Sony and its not looking good. I personally have a 360 and love it. There is one big problem, if you buy one then you must buy the two year warantee...I have heard of many a 360 failing after 7 months.

[Yoda]

There is one big problem, if you buy one then you must buy the two year warantee...I have heard of many a 360 failing after 7 months.

Vintage Microsoft. Their products are cheaply made, untested before release to public and highly unreliable. Why I would never buy a Microsoft product.

[Phatferd]

The console that comes out later will always have the advantage of access to better tech.

Of course, in addition to the console costing an extra $200, comments from Sony officials suggest that game prices may range as high as $80-$100 for the PS3.

I read that there will only be a few games a year at this price. Like some Final Fantasy games...

Also, I know the PS3 is about $200 more expensive than the 360, but it comes with a Blue-Ray player. The cheapest BR player on the market right now is $1k. I know that if the HD-DVD wins out this means nothing, but it should be taken into consideration.