Getting a 360, need advice.

crazymofo16321 · 26 Jul 2007 at 14:49

I'm buying the gears Limited edition 360 bundle. I think it includes a live subscription aswell. Firstly how long is the network cable to go into the phone socket because im worried it wont reach. (can i use my PC's modem network cable?). Also what other essential game should i get? Forza 2? TDU? and how good is dead rising? (I love zombies

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Thanks!

slambo69 · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:04

Hi, the console comes with a 1 month gold trial card. Do you mean the cable that comes with the xbox, as in how far it will go?

It doesnt go into the phone socket it could go into your pc, you just set up a little network thing, ICS.

If your getting live, then download some demos, including ones of all the games you are asking about and try them for yourself.

Zefan · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:07

The network cable should go from your 360 to your router/modem.

As said you can also share it through your PC using ICS.

Just looked at mine, it's about 4-5m long.

Andybtsn · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:09

The 360 just uses a normal CAT5 cable so you're PC one will work ok, the one that comes with the package is 5m long I think.

Dead Rising and Forza 2 are two of the better games on the 360.

Nor · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:10

If you're wanting a racing game, avoid TDU and get Forza 2. PGR3 is quite good for a quick blast as well.

Abooie · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:14

crazymofo16321 said:
I'm buying the gears Limited edition 360 bundle. I think it includes a live subscription aswell. Firstly how long is the network cable to go into the phone socket because im worried it wont reach. (can i use my PC's modem network cable?). Also what other essential game should i get? Forza 2? TDU? and how good is dead rising? (I love zombies )

Thanks!

Dead Rising is probably my favourite game for the system. If you like classic zombie flicks (esp. Romero's original Dawn of the Dead) you'll love it.

crazymofo16321 · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:22

I love the original dawn of the dead, i long for a zombie game that captures that more light hearted feel, rather than trying to scare you silly with zombies that run really fast. I want shufflers damn it! /rant over

So forza 2 + dead rising and of course gears in the bundle. Looking good.

Zefan · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:24

Try to get hold of a play + charge kit as well, I found using AAA batteries a right pain in the arse. The unnoficial ones can be had for under £10 second hand

crazymofo16321 · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:37

Another question, what will i have to get to run it through my old CRT as my bedroom tv is diabolical. Will the bundle come with the necessary cables/adapters?

Zefan · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:38

Assuming your CRT only had VGA input, you'll have to use a the VGA cable that can be bought for about £15 (I think). Don't buy *ANYTHING* but the official one though, as the 3rd party ones are absolutely awful apparently.

crazymofo16321 · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:41

It does use vga, Its my only option if i want to play with HD.

Andybtsn · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:47

Zefan said:
Assuming your CRT only had VGA input, you'll have to use a the VGA cable that can be bought for about £15 (I think). Don't buy *ANYTHING* but the official one though, as the 3rd party ones are absolutely awful apparently.

Don't listen to all the hype, mine was fine on my old TV, I had both the MS and unoffical one and couldn't tell any difference so I sold the MS one for £££.

Shamikebab · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:48

Andybtsn said:
Don't listen to all the hype, mine was fine on my old TV, I had both the MS and unoffical one and couldn't tell any difference so I sold the MS one for £££.

ditto not sure about other thrid party efforts but i have both the joytech and the official one and they are both superb.

crazymofo16321 · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:48

Are these cables really hard to find? I mean will there be one in my local virgin megastores for example.

Zefan · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:50

crazymofo16321 said:
Are these cables really hard to find? I mean will there be one in my local ****** for example.

Not sure about that particular store (they're a competitor by the way, OcUK sell 360's), but I'm sure the major high street game stores will have them.

LoadsaMoney · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:51

Andybtsn said:
Don't listen to all the hype, mine was fine on my old TV, I had both the MS and unoffical one and couldn't tell any difference so I sold the MS one for £££.

have to agree, when i had one it looked absolutely stunning through RGB Scart on my Tv.

Zefan · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:52

Andybtsn said:
Don't listen to all the hype, mine was fine on my old TV, I had both the MS and unoffical one and couldn't tell any difference so I sold the MS one for £££.

I'm talking about the VGA cable, not a scart cable.

Andybtsn · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:52

Cables are easy to find online or in you're normal high street shops.

crazymofo16321 · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:58

What about audio, will i be able to use my PC speakers with this? (They dont have a volume control on the speakers, could be a problem.)

1337z0r · 26 Jul 2007 at 15:58

Zefan said:
Try to get hold of a play + charge kit as well, I found using AAA batteries a right pain in the arse. The unnoficial ones can be had for under £10 second hand

I got mine for £10 from a very well known 4 letter game shop

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