E3 2013

[Monk]

I actually really like the design of the new Xbox tbh. PS4 looks like something from another planet.

 

[Parra Pride]

I honestly don't see the big complaints about the Xbone's design, it's nothing special, but I think people are making it out to be worse than it is.

 

[Springs]

Could anyone explain the benefits of these new consoles other than just updated graphics? All the games look just the same, same gameplay, same controls etc. The big changes seem to be more in non-gaming features. So from a purely gaming perspective, what justifies spending so much money on these consoles? So far the best future games I've seen are still on PS3 or X360. I haven't seen any games that look good enough to justify buying these new consoles.

At least Wii and Wii U have tried to be innovative with gaming. I think I'd stick with my 360 and get a new Wii U and PC. Much better exclusives in my opinion. I'd have more fun with Mario Kart and Smash Bros than playing with a dog in Call of Duty.

 

[Firey_Dragon]

Could anyone explain the benefits of these new consoles other than just updated graphics? All the games look just the same, same gameplay, same controls etc. The big changes seem to be more in non-gaming features. So from a purely gaming perspective, what justifies spending so much money on these consoles? So far the best future games I've seen are still on PS3 or X360. I haven't seen any games that look good enough to justify buying these new consoles.

At least Wii and Wii U have tried to be innovative with gaming. I think I'd stick with my 360 and get a new Wii U and PC. Much better exclusives in my opinion. I'd have more fun with Mario Kart and Smash Bros than playing with a dog in Call of Duty.

What do you expect? Another gimmicky device to say it's revolutionising gameplay?

The obvious advantages of a new console are graphics, but the pure processing power is about 8-10 times the current generation, and and about 5-6 times that of the wii-u. This doesn't just enable better graphics, it allows for much better AI once developers take advantage of it. Ignoring graphics one only has to look at the difference in complexity between ps2 and xbox games, and the current gen. The experiences are much bigger and deeper than one you got over 10 years ago.

If you don't care about what GPU they've slapped on them, you should care about the increase in RAM.

I much prefer the look of the xbox one, albeit it's a little big, but it would fit perfectly into an entertainment setup and you'd barely notice it was there. That's a pretty intelligent design decision, it's a shame that they had to go and screw it up with this DRM garbage... Because the new controller looks amazing, the launch catalog looks amazing, and its general software feature set exceeds that of the PS4...

 

[Dragon]

Highlights for me gaming wise would have to be The Division, MGSV, Watchdogs and BF4.

 

[Springs]

What do you expect? Another gimmicky device to say it's revolutionising gameplay?

The obvious advantages of a new console are graphics, but the pure processing power is about 8-10 times the current generation, and and about 5-6 times that of the wii-u. This doesn't just enable better graphics, it allows for much better AI once developers take advantage of it. Ignoring graphics one only has to look at the difference in complexity between ps2 and xbox games, and the current gen. The experiences are much bigger and deeper than one you got over 10 years ago.

If you don't care about what GPU they've slapped on them, you should care about the increase in RAM.

I much prefer the look of the xbox one, albeit it's a little big, but it would fit perfectly into an entertainment setup and you'd barely notice it was there. That's a pretty intelligent design decision, it's a shame that they had to go and screw it up with this DRM garbage... Because the new controller looks amazing, the launch catalog looks amazing, and its general software feature set exceeds that of the PS4...

I disagree fully. For example I thought Halo 4 was the worst Halo game yet. I don't see how the experiences are deeper at all. There are some N64 games I've played that have a better experience than the more 'complex' games of the 360.

I found a big difference between the xbox and the 360 but the xbox one looks pointless. Honestly how it looks and how the controller looks are superficial features. I'm more excited by the looks of the remaining PS3 and 360 games to be released this year than the new console games.

Plus no backwards compatibility on either console is a big let down. If the PS4 had it I would get one on launch as then I could catch up on the best PS3 exclusives.

 

[BranVan3000]

I honestly think the Xbox One looks too much like a VCR; even the size is right! I definitely find the PS4 to be the better looking, more modern console. Both aren't that great looking though, but the PS4 will certainly be much easier for people to manage - and thus appeal more to those looking for high tech stuff. Funny isn't it that it is both cheaper and has the superior tech.....
Also, anyone think the PS4 looks like a slanted modern re-envisioning of the PS2? Very tasteful by Sony.



Sony trolled Microsoft hard, but Microsoft trolled themselves better than anyone else. It is nice to see that everyone is jumping on the PS4 though.

PS4 is growing on me day by day in terms of its design. Its definitely a homage to PS2

The light blue streak is a homage to the colour scheme of PS2 as well.

 

[BranVan3000]

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[Parra Pride]

Not only is there an Achievement if you get the Xbone on day one, there is a second achievement that will unlock if you pre-order the console through the dashboard on your 360.

There are some N64 games I've played that have a better experience than the more 'complex' games of the 360.

To be fair N64 does have Ocarina of Time, 360 can't compete with that.

 

[Frederick]

Ocarina of Time is quite simply the best game ever made, and no console has so far been able to match what Nintendo accomplished with that gem**


**the above is my opinion, and I don't care if you agree or not.

 

[Springs]

Ocarina of Time is the best game I've played I must say.

All I've seen with these new consoles are the same types of games with shiny new graphics. I've heard there can be bigger online battles but that doesn't affect me really. I'll have to wait to see how developers make their games better before spending so much money on a new console.

 

[Wato]

Games like destiny and the Division look to offer an insight into some truly next gen experiences imo but if your not interested in online gaming then as of yet we are yet to really see something truly next gen. Both those games are scheduled for 2014 as well but I think we will still see a fair few more games from Sony over the next few months as well.

 

[Allstar Knights]

Watch Dogs and BF4 are really the only amazing games for when the consoles launch. People would save a bit of money by waiting until the start of 2014 when a heap of the top games come out. Personally though, I can't wait that long to buy mine lol.

 

[Parra Pride]

Watch Dogs and BF4 are really the only amazing games for when the consoles launch. People would save a bit of money by waiting until the start of 2014 when a heap of the top games come out. Personally though, I can't wait that long to buy mine lol.

Screw waiting, pre-ordered PS4 + Watch Dogs today, bring on next gen.

 

[Allstar Knights]

Will the PS4 be $550 at every shop on launch day? I may as well pre-order if that's the case.

 

[Parra Pride]

It's $548 at JB, if you care about saving $2 go there.

 

[Springs]

Well Battlefield 4, Destiny and Watch Dogs could be indicators of the new console's quality, since they are on this gen and next gen.

 

[Tommax25]

Ocarina of Time is quite simply the best game ever made, and no console has so far been able to match what Nintendo accomplished with that gem**


**the above is my opinion, and I don't care if you agree or not.

I agree, not that you care

 

[axl rose]

Pity Quantic Dreams game for PS4 was just a tech demo, would like to know what they are up to for next gen. Especially since Heavy Rain was one of the only reasons I bought a PS3, well worth it too.

 

[Frederick]

It's $548 at JB, if you care about saving $2 go there.

$2 will get you a mcdouble at maccas!