PS3 Worth the Wait?

[Lead_Head]

Hello all,

I'm in the market for a new games console and I'm just wondering if the Sony PS3 is going to be worth the wait. I've always been a Sony Playstation fanboy, I still own a fully boxed PS1 and PS2, never had an Xbox. I'm thinking whether I should complete the collection when the PS3 comes out or bite the bullet and grab a Xbox 360 bundle before Xmas to get a half decent deal.

I've got a few questions though:

The PS3 pad, will this be dispensible, as in will I have to chuck it away when the battery cycle fully drains in the 1-2 year life?

What is the equivalent to Xbox Live on the PS3? Is it any good? Will it cost? If so, how much? (Xbox live is £35/yr IIRC)

Is Pro Evo going to be released on the PS3? If so, when?

Is the March EU release date cemented? Or is it a rough guide?

Can you forsee any potention problems with the PS3, like there is with the launch date Xbox 360's?

Overall cost. If I wanted a PS3, with HDD, online play (wirelessly), 2 pads and a couple of games (equivalent to an xbox 360 premium bundle), how much more can you see this being than an Xbox 360 premium bundle at the moment?

I'll probably have some more questions, so any help on the above is appreciated.

 

[Lead_Head]

Thanks for the replies chaps.

A couple of my mates have an xbox 360 but I've only used one and I've been impressed to be fair.

Some very valid points, how much would a premium xbox 360 be worth in a years time with say 5 games, 2 pads and a wireless adapter? Potential price drops on the xbox 360's when the PS3 is released?

 

[Lead_Head]

I would take the xbox 360 prices with a pinch of salt in reality these items can be had for much less

Real world + online prices not RRP

Premium Bundle: £279.00 (Includes 1 Game + 1 Extra Wireless Controller)
Wireless Adapter: £35
Extra Game: £14.99 - £39.99 (also some great buy 1 get 1 free deals atm)
Live Sub: £14.49
Total £344.47 inc vat

All my quoted prices are real world and can be had right now will post but not sure if its a comp?

Email in Sig if you would be so kind

I'm now almost sold on the idea of getting a 360, my credit card hates you.

 

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