PS3 or not to PS3

ramdor

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Ok, so I just got changed, went and sat in the car ready to drive to town to go pick a PS3 up.

Then I thought hang on a mo. Enough is enough. Why do I need another console to add to my 360, wii, 2 x xbox 1's and a PS2? There just isnt enough time in the day. So I got out of the car and came back inside.

So why do I need a PS3? That is the question.

Richie.
 
Go buy it. :p


Doooo it.

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Only reason you need a PS3 is Bluray and games. If you want the games and want Bluray go for it.

If you don't..Then don't.



...But go on, You know you wanna...
 
Sounds like a dose of 'need a new toy' syndrome.

Only one solution...

Go buy it, have that tang of guilt and foolishness as you type in your pin, come home and have a great night.

I was looking at Wii's t'other day. I know the novelty will wear off within a week but I still can't resist.
 
Verdict from Trusted Reviews...

"Verdict


It’s a real shame that Sony has managed to mess up the European launch of the PlayStation 3 so badly. We’re getting the console late, we’re paying through the nose for it and we’re not even getting the same hardware as Japan and America – with that in mind it’s tough for me to recommend that anyone buy one at this point in time.


But like I said, it’s a shame, because the PlayStation 3 really is an impressive piece of kit. This really is so much more than just a games console, and it really could be that digital entertainment hub that Sony would have you believe it is. And it really does have the potential to be a truly great gaming platform. As things stand though, Sony has managed to make the PlayStation 3 look like the least attractive next generation console, when it really shouldn’t be."
 
smcshaw said:
Sounds like a dose of 'need a new toy' syndrome.

Only one solution...

Go buy it, have that tang of guilt and foolishness as you type in your pin, come home and have a great night.

I was looking at Wii's t'other day. I know the novelty will wear off within a week but I still can't resist.
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I suffer from this syndrome, it's very annoying!

I want one, but I don't.
 
go buy one.... i have to wait for mine to be delivered tomorrow...... wish i hadn't pre-ordered one now cos i'd have gone out and got one this morning!
 
Nope. Wait for a price drop. I want a PS3 to complete my collection of a 360, a Wii, 2 x Xbox, a PS2 slimline and a GC (oh and my daughters DS Lite).
I can afford one too.
I even have 2 good HD TV's.

But I hardly get time to play the 360, if I got a PS3 I'd hardly have time to play that either. I'm waiting for a Xmas pricedrop and a better raft of games.
 
Pablo72 said:
Verdict from Trusted Reviews...

"Verdict


It’s a real shame that Sony has managed to mess up the European launch of the PlayStation 3 so badly. We’re getting the console late, we’re paying through the nose for it and we’re not even getting the same hardware as Japan and America – with that in mind it’s tough for me to recommend that anyone buy one at this point in time.


But like I said, it’s a shame, because the PlayStation 3 really is an impressive piece of kit. This really is so much more than just a games console, and it really could be that digital entertainment hub that Sony would have you believe it is. And it really does have the potential to be a truly great gaming platform. As things stand though, Sony has managed to make the PlayStation 3 look like the least attractive next generation console, when it really shouldn’t be."
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You like your verdicts from trusted reviews don't you :p
 
i've considered getting a ps3 i only have a ps2 and pc at the moment. I looked at the ps3 price £425 will get me the console alone. So i decided to look at how much 360 stuff I can get for the same price.

I can get for £410


XBox 360 Premium Console & Gears Of War & Crackdown
Splinter Cell 4: Double Agent
Official XBox 360 Wireless Controller
Saints Row
WWE Smackdown Vs Raw 2007
Quake IV

I totally understand why people are opting for the ps3 and I know there's been much debate over which looks better but if i were to splash the cash today i'd go for the 360. i'd be getting more for my money.
 
jojothemonkey69 said:
i've considered getting a ps3 i only have a ps2 and pc at the moment. I looked at the ps3 price £425 will get me the console alone. So i decided to look at how much 360 stuff I can get for the same price.

I can get for £410


XBox 360 Premium Console & Gears Of War & Crackdown
Splinter Cell 4: Double Agent
Official XBox 360 Wireless Controller
Saints Row
WWE Smackdown Vs Raw 2007
Quake IV

I totally understand why people are opting for the ps3 and I know there's been much debate over which looks better but if i were to splash the cash today i'd go for the 360. i'd be getting more for my money.
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You can get that deal for about £340 if you know where to look.

ramdor said:
Ok, so I just got changed, went and sat in the car ready to drive to town to go pick a PS3 up.

Then I thought hang on a mo. Enough is enough. Why do I need another console to add to my 360, wii, 2 x xbox 1's and a PS2? There just isnt enough time in the day. So I got out of the car and came back inside.

So why do I need a PS3? That is the question.

Richie.
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If you can afford it just buy it :)
 
how's about you buy these which roughly equate to a ps3

Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit £17.61
Xbox 360 Premium Games Console £287.86
Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter £70.49
Xbox 360 HD-DVD Player £140.99


Total : £516.00 ish

the prices are from ocuk

originaly put two hd-dvd players on my sample order corrected now
 
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ca9phoenix said:
how's about you buy these which roughly equate to a ps3

Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit £17.61
Xbox 360 Premium Games Console £287.86
Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter £70.49
Xbox 360 HD-DVD Player £281.98

Vat : £99.73
Total : £660.00 ish

the prices are from ocuk
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that is a lot for the HD DVD PLayer - i thought RRP was £130!
 
ca9phoenix said:
how's about you buy these which roughly equate to a ps3

Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit £17.61
Xbox 360 Premium Games Console £287.86
Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter £70.49
Xbox 360 HD-DVD Player £281.98

Vat : £99.73
Total : £660.00 ish

the prices are from ocuk
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Who in their right mind would pay those prices?
 
Not everyone want's HD-DVD/Blu-Ray either.

I would prefer the choice.
Will still get a PS3 at some point though, just need to get over my 'need a new toy' syndrome right now and try to wait until the PS3 has a better games catalogue :)
 
ca9phoenix said:
how's about you buy these which roughly equate to a ps3

Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit £17.61
Xbox 360 Premium Games Console £287.86
Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter £70.49
Xbox 360 HD-DVD Player £281.98

Vat : £99.73
Total : £660.00 ish

the prices are from ocuk
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You'd be a mug to buy at those prices :eek:. Your reporting is as reliable as a freelance tabloid... or a Jack Thompson lawsuit

Here's some RL prices (i.e. WHAT I PAID)

Premium Console Bundle (inc extra controller and 3 games) - £290
Wireless adapter - £60
Quick Charge Cradle + extra battery - £20
HD DVD Player - £130 (didn't get one, but included for a balanced comparison)
Total : £500

And as I've said before - it's not about the badge - IT'S ABOUT THE BLANKING GAMES!!! :rolleyes:
 
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ScarySquirrel said:
You like your verdicts from trusted reviews don't you :p
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You've been reading too many of my posts!!! lol!

To be honest, it's the only review site I like.. that and Bit-Tech. Other than that, I get all my info from you lovely people.
 
ca9phoenix said:
how's about you buy these which roughly equate to a ps3

Xbox 360 Play & Charge Kit £17.61
Xbox 360 Premium Games Console £287.86
Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter £70.49
Xbox 360 HD-DVD Player £281.98

Vat : £99.73
Total : £660.00 ish

the prices are from ocuk
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Ah yes, but I would only want the premium console.......
 
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