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The Great Dilemma of the Returning Gamer
The Dark Hillbilly
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For those who see tl;dr, I'll sum it up here on the top. TV and Xbox360, upgrade my PC, or TV and PS3?
So, in early 2008 I was forced to sell my Xbox360 and all my games to make ends meet. I've had a pretty standard desktop computer the whole time and have been playing some low end games since then. My financial situation has improved since then, dramatically, and I'm trying to decide between a few different options.
Option A. I can upgrade my computer with a few hardware tweaks, looking to stay under $1000. I have access to digital downloads and a large library of games that I already own. This option may give me the most immediate access to fun gaming, but it is a very solo-oriented gaming experience. I can't exactly sit the girlfriend down on my lap while I plow through Modern Warfare 2 for a multiplayer experience.
Option B. I can buy a new Xbox360, a television, and some games. My games library would be smaller and more expensive. I would need to rearrange the furniture to accommodate the gaming setup in my tiny apartment. There could be some other expenses involved, such as an Xbox live subscription. I would have the ability to play with other people online and in the apartment. Most of my friends are Xbox owners, so that would be a more socially stimulating platform.
Option C. Playstation 3. I would have to buy all new accessories, games, and will have exposed myself to the high priced world of blueray players. This is the option I'm least sure of, but it is on the table.
So, in early 2008 I was forced to sell my Xbox360 and all my games to make ends meet. I've had a pretty standard desktop computer the whole time and have been playing some low end games since then. My financial situation has improved since then, dramatically, and I'm trying to decide between a few different options.
Option A. I can upgrade my computer with a few hardware tweaks, looking to stay under $1000. I have access to digital downloads and a large library of games that I already own. This option may give me the most immediate access to fun gaming, but it is a very solo-oriented gaming experience. I can't exactly sit the girlfriend down on my lap while I plow through Modern Warfare 2 for a multiplayer experience.
Option B. I can buy a new Xbox360, a television, and some games. My games library would be smaller and more expensive. I would need to rearrange the furniture to accommodate the gaming setup in my tiny apartment. There could be some other expenses involved, such as an Xbox live subscription. I would have the ability to play with other people online and in the apartment. Most of my friends are Xbox owners, so that would be a more socially stimulating platform.
Option C. Playstation 3. I would have to buy all new accessories, games, and will have exposed myself to the high priced world of blueray players. This is the option I'm least sure of, but it is on the table.
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Edit for above: all consoles in shops are new motherboard-revisions (well unless you look in tiny shops with possibly ancient hardware).
I want to know more PA people on Twitter.
Having a hard time thinking of a time when that isn't the best choice.
Playing with friends, even eFriends like PAers, beats the everloving shit out of trying to play with the general public.
Can trade TF2 items or whatever else you're interested in. PM me.
I want to know more PA people on Twitter.
I agree with you folks, I think the experience with friends is the key here. Also, keeping the keeper of thy nookie in support of your gaming habit is always a good idea.
So, I'm going with the Xbox360. Now comes the lengthy search for the best deal.