Battle for the Next Generation, Xbox 360, Wii, and PS3 Options

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I noticed that a lot of talk in the individual threads for the systems is about which is better, why this one sucks, etc. How about we settle it here? You can discuss who you think will pull through in the end and why you think which system totally pwns.

My vote is on the Wii although I'd been pulling for the 360 until recently. Xbox 360 is still my favorite, but the Wii is just amazing. I've finally had a chance to see the Wii in action, and I gotta say, it is amazing. People argue it lacks power and that's really the only argument against it. However, it's not "lacking" in power at all. It just doesn't have as much as PS3 or 360 but still has enough to suffice. It more than makes up for that with it's original design and features. Not to mention Nintendo is making pure profit from every sale unlike Microsoft and Sony who actually lose money every sale. It has wonderful original titles and a great list of upcoming games. All I've been seeing is positive reviews for the Wii. Check this out. It's pretty accurate as far as determining how the race for the next generation is going, but I'm not 100% positive. All sources indicate it's good including IGN.com

So what are your opinions? Post, post, post!

[ThunderEvermore]

I feel like Sony kind of saw that they were king of the mountain, and suddenly decided to act like they were just that, king. They want to reshape gaming into their own mold, and package with it an entertainment hub for which to connect your entire home's electronics to.

What they don't realize is that King of the Mountain is a game at which you don't just win, you have to fend your position from hungry competitors. Here comes the 360, with it's superior online capabilities and pretty good slew of second generation games. And Nintendo bringing up the rear with pure innovation in console gaming.

Nintendo has the most experience in these console wars, and knows a thing or two about taking market share from the rest of the competition. The Gameboy, and DS, have both dominated handhelds for a good long time. Not Nokia, Sony, Sega, or any other shmuck who came along could stop them.

But beyond history, is the gameplay.

I love my Wii. I've been nonstop playing Wii Sports and I love it. I play gold and bowling with my whole family. We only have the one controller because theyre sold out everywhere, and I dont really feel like shelling out forty bucks for another remote and a whole nother twenty for a nunchuk. Ive had more fun playing this thing than alot of games Ive played in the past on many many systems. And this is just launch, with the game that came with the gorram thing. I havent even started Zelda.

I think I might OD on Wii.

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^ Yeah, PS3 will pick up. I don't think they'll get much better though. I just have a feeling people are finally getting tired of Sony in general. PS3 proves that. And I've seen pretty good reviews for Wii games! All the big game reviewers like IGN love the controls and unique styles. Not to worry though. They have an excellent line up.

I feel like Sony kind of saw that they were king of the mountain, and suddenly decided to act like they were just that, king. They want to reshape gaming into their own mold, and package with it an entertainment hub for which to connect your entire home's electronics to.

What they don't realize is that King of the Mountain is a game at which you don't just win, you have to fend your position from hungry competitors. Here comes the 360, with it's superior online capabilities and pretty good slew of second generation games. And Nintendo bringing up the rear with pure innovation in console gaming.

Nintendo has the most experience in these console wars, and knows a thing or two about taking market share from the rest of the competition. The Gameboy, and DS, have both dominated handhelds for a good long time. Not Nokia, Sony, Sega, or any other shmuck who came along could stop them.

But beyond history, is the gameplay.

I love my Wii. I've been nonstop playing Wii Sports and I love it. I play gold and bowling with my whole family. We only have the one controller because theyre sold out everywhere, and I dont really feel like shelling out forty bucks for another remote and a whole nother twenty for a nunchuk. Ive had more fun playing this thing than alot of games Ive played in the past on many many systems. And this is just launch, with the game that came with the gorram thing. I havent even started Zelda.

I think I might OD on Wii.

I agree. Except, Sony is bringing up the rear at the moment. I'll definitely OD on Wii.