Games Consoles (PS2/Xbox etc) - Page 2

slice of heaven · #21 16-05-2005, 01:34 PM

The Gamecube was outdated 2 months after it's release by the PS2. The PS2 was outdated by the XBOX 6 months later but you could play PS games on the PS2 which helped keep it in touch.

MiG · #22 16-05-2005, 01:38 PM

PS2 has Gran Turismo 4 on it whereas Xbox doesn't. That's all I care about.

slice of heaven · #23 16-05-2005, 01:40 PM

No I dont work for M$ Ving. lol
Its just that they have a good console and the development team and all those $$$$$$$ to do it.
If you get an XBOX Ice, dont forget about the Halo games.(Only to be played on legendary though.)

slice of heaven · #24 16-05-2005, 01:46 PM

How much better would you like to play GT4 if it didnt have square edges on the details in the graphics MiG? Or stutter.
I've seen V8 Supercars on PS2 and its a let down after playing it on the XBOX.

ving (David) · #25 16-05-2005, 01:55 PM

gt4 would be great on m$-box slice... except it doesnt work on it.
like I said in an earlier post, check out the avaliable games at a dept store and base the decision on that...

I wouldnt buy nintendo if I wanted to play gt4... but would if i wanted to play mario or donkey kong...

Striker (Tony) · #26 16-05-2005, 02:25 PM

Thanks Geoff...wasn't sure on that.

Something to note Mike.....I will try to put this in code....PS2 games can be played no matter what the source...wink wink...without affecting the warranty.

Xbox you lose the warranty by the use of a mod chip.

Both are great consoles...personal preference.

toetoe (Peter) · #27 16-05-2005, 02:41 PM

Is it the xbox which is internet friendly??

Comet Hunter · #28 16-05-2005, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MiG
PS2 has Gran Turismo 4 on it whereas Xbox doesn't. That's all I care about.

Amen brother!

slice of heaven · #29 16-05-2005, 07:14 PM

Sorry Striker
Full warranty is still offered for XBOX with the mod chip depending on who fits and supplies it. Check the Trading Post and online gaming stores for various options.Some sell brand new Mod XBOXs with full warranty.

It still gets back to the fact they are gaming consoles and which one does the best job of it

Astroman (Andrew Wall) · #30 16-05-2005, 08:29 PM

You could always wait till next year and get the xbox 360

silvinator · #31 16-05-2005, 09:58 PM

Hey Mike, we have both an xbox and the nintendo gamecube. We sold the PS2 a year ago though as that was just overkill!
In terms of graphics, the xbox is the best by far. The gamecube comes next and last of all the PS2.
With regards to games, the PS2 does seem to have more games that are better but the xbox also has some very good games too. I love the gamecube games the best though. For the little ones, I think the gamecube games are more suited to their age - the xbox and PS2 games tend to be much more violent (except the resident evil games on the GC...that series freaks me out!)
In terms of price, you just have to know where to buy and when to buy. The majority of the games on the xbox and PS2 are way overpriced - expect to pay around $89-$99 retail at most shops. You're much better off getting these games used, most of ours are. GC games tend to be a tad cheaper at around $89, though I've seen some still retailing for $99 as well. Some have dropped down to $49-ish though as obviously, they are not as new now.
We are very happy with our xbox and GC. My final advice is this: if you are not too fussed about fancy features (like dvd playing capabilities, able to be modded - which in itself comes at a high price) and want family friendly games, then go for the gamecube. However, if you are looking for better graphics and more versatility in a console, then go for the xbox.
I hope this has been of some help

ballaratdragons (Ken) · #32 16-05-2005, 10:30 PM

Mike,

Sorry to throw a spanner in the works but may I suggest the Nintendo 64. (everybody groans)

It has hardly any violent games which makes it perfect for kids and the whole set-up is cheap.

Consoles go for about $20 - $40 and games go for about $5 - $30

And it has the all time most famous collectable game of the century - Lylat Wars.

The kids at my boys school keep wanting to come over and play Lylat Wars and those kids have all the latest Xbox & PS2 games.

You would love Lylat Wars Mike. Even if you get them an Xbox, get yourself a Nintendo 64 and Lylat Wars!

It is a space adventure/challenge starring a Fox, a Rabbit, a Frog and an Eagle (sounds corny when I explain it). It is cooool!

Those of you that have played Lylat Wars know how great it is!

Tell him! Convince him!!

robin · #33 16-05-2005, 11:29 PM

Ok ...heres my 2bobs worth.My kids started out on the good old Nintendo 64. & when that started getting a bit basic, we went straight for the Gamecube.The graphics are excellent & although there's not near as many games as PS2 or XBOX, the ones my kids love are fun, colourful & timeless.They're not into shooting, slashing...any of that hardcore stuff. Just fun, action packed escapism.Gamecube has it all. Funny thing is....every so often they get all nostalgic & bring out the 64 with the Mario's, Banjo Kazooies & go-carts.
(No matter what console we would have, when their eyes are going square, the telly's off & the console is put away)

slice of heaven · #34 17-05-2005, 09:45 AM

The choice of games for kids on any format is at the parents discretion.
Most games produced for all major consoles are targeted at the market that has the money to buy them...teenagers up.
Sedate games dont get priority in marketing, but there are heaps available.
Of the 30 odd games owned by us and my brothers family only 3 are shoot em ups. The rest comprise of sports, racing and a wide range of arcade style games like Sonic, Shrek ,Crash Bandicoot,Finding Nemo,Scooby Doo,Harry Potter and so on.
And I agree with your last statement fully Robin.
The have to know its a privellage, not a right.

iceman (Mike) · #35 17-05-2005, 01:42 PM

Thanks for all the advice..
I've been looking at gamecube's a bit more, and they actually seem a bit cheaper than the PS2 and Xbox.. can get a system for under $150, give or take, depending on how many games it's bundled with (2nd hand).

The good thing about the gamecube, is with "gameboy player" adapter, it can run all of the gameboy, gameboy colour and gameboy advance games - so there'd be all the games you will ever need.

So now the choice is between GC and Xbox.. I'm not interested in the DVD player, and the GC is a bit cheaper.. and we already have a gameboy colour with half a dozen games.. hmm..

slice of heaven · #36 17-05-2005, 03:15 PM

Here's an opinion from an 8yr old, Mike
If youve got a Gameboy the games are OK on the gamecube. But he'd rather play a full disc version than a gameboy cartridge on the Gamecube.In other words leave the gameboy games in the gameboy
He says the Advance games dont work in the gamecube.(you might want to check that out, I dont know if another adaptor is available)
He has a gameboy colour and plays them on his friends Gamecube.They have the full range of consoles. Why anyone needs 7 game machines I dont know.

He says XBOX rules.

robin · #37 17-05-2005, 03:36 PM

I will point out a couple of more things Mike.Gamecube does have a range of more mature stuff, they're not all cutesy games by a long shot.There are certainly shooting, slashing & fighting games in the catalogue. My 8 y.o loves his gamecube & out of the myriad games available, he really only plays about 8-10 of them.Over & over.Then one that has sat on the shelf for 6 months will be rediscovered & the hit of the week.They're colourful with happy music & funny characters.When he's a teenager he'll probably want something more high octane.Teenagers also want the popular brand names that everyone else has got & PS2/XBOX are them. Also, many teenagers swap games & if you've got a Gamecube & all your mates have PS2/XBOX then swapping a mini GC disk wont be on.Also, PS2/XBOX are more 'in your face' in the everyday media...there's glossy ps2 ads on TV or xbox banners at sporting arenas.Its sometimes easy to feel like the left out underdog with the Gamecube but I guarantee you, if your little ones sat down with my son, they'd be mesmerised by the colourful graphics, happy music & fun characters....wow!...that was longwinded!

Striker (Tony) · #38 17-05-2005, 06:06 PM

I better agree with Geoff otherwise he's going tell me I'm wrong again...lol

Buy a full platform....go the Xbox...or a PS2.

acropolite (Phil) · #39 17-05-2005, 07:36 PM

I've got an Xbox, got it free with my ADSL when Telstra had a push on. Xbox can even be hacked to run Linux and I have seen a media centre mod mentioned as well. There are plenty of good kid's games available as well. Games aren't that expensive if you buy carefully, wait until they've been released for a while and you usually get them for 50% or less of the original release price. If you're into petrolhead stuff Colin Mcrae Rally is good. (yeah I know it's just for the kids)....

toetoe (Peter) · #40 18-05-2005, 08:04 AM

Some specs on the new consoles.
http://www.xbox.com/en-AU/xbox360/console.htm

http://au.playstation.com/index.jhtml
There is supposed to be stuff on the ps3 in here somewhere but i can`t find it.