The Next Generation of Consoles: PS3, Xbox 360, Wii

Lando · Post by **Lando** » 2/1/2006, 6:02 pm

Why does the FFXI beta suck?

Joe Cooler · Post by **Joe Cooler** » 2/6/2006, 8:46 am

Because FFXI was not that great to begin with?? No, yes?

Lando · Post by **Lando** » 2/8/2006, 6:50 pm

Actually it is pretty damn good, but I thought there was a problem with the beta. I've received the beta but I don't own a 360.

Joe Cooler · Post by **Joe Cooler** » 2/9/2006, 12:26 am

Oh I see. Which version have you played? PC?

Johnny · Post by **Johnny** » 2/9/2006, 12:38 am

O:

http://www.ps3focus.com/archives/181

Playstation 3 release date and launch titles revealed?Feb 8, 2006 @ 4:18 am · By Blake Hurley · Filed under Playstation 3 News

Thirty Playstation 3 games have been unveiled on retail outlet Gamestop’s website, along with pricing information and a potential launch date for the Playstation 3 console. The games are listed under pre-order for $59.95, with a ship date of October 1.

Gamestop.com
With no official word from Sony about a release date for the PS3 console or accompanying games, it appears that Gamestop has let slip some precious information.

If Gamestop’s information is correct, the games listed could well be the entire launch title selection for the PS3 and may indicate an October release date for the Playstation 3.

The games are:

Vision Gran Turismo
Killzone 2
Devil May Cry 4
MotorStorm
Warhawk
Fight Night Round 3
Formula 1
Heavenly Sword
I-8
Scarface: The World is Yours
Fifth Phantom Saga
Killing Day
NioH
Spider-Man 3
Tekken
The Getaway 3
Condemned: Criminal Origins
Dark Sector
Dirty Harry
Dog Tag
Eyedentify
Gundam World
Metronome
Posseision
Project Delta
Psychopath
Stranglehold
The Darkness
Theseis
Metal Gear Solid 4 (release date listed as December 1)

http://www.gamestop.com/search.asp?sort ... 8&find.y=7

Joe Cooler · Post by **Joe Cooler** » 2/9/2006, 12:45 am

October hey. Microsoft will have quite the foothold by then.

Lando · Post by **Lando** » 2/9/2006, 2:33 am

Joe Cooler wrote:Oh I see. Which version have you played? PC?

PS2

Neil · Post by **Neil** » 2/16/2006, 2:08 pm

Joe Cooler wrote:No, not yet but I will. BTW how are you liking the whole "gamerscore" idea. As it stands, I think it may well be one of the greatest features added to xbox live besides the Arcade.

Actually......I'm with you. The gamerscore idea is a neat ass way to get people to actually play their games more because they actually have something to try and achieve. I really think the whole achievements-factor is sweet. However, I'm not appreciative of the "Score a D" achievement in DOA. haha!

I can't wait until they get Street Fighter II and Texas Hold'um on the Live Arcade. I hear SF2 is due by the end of the month, and Texas Hold'um due by April. Freakin sweet!

Neil · Post by **Neil** » 2/16/2006, 2:11 pm

Chanandler Bong wrote:O:

http://www.ps3focus.com/archives/181

Playstation 3 release date and launch titles revealed?Feb 8, 2006 @ 4:18 am · By Blake Hurley · Filed under Playstation 3 News

Thirty Playstation 3 games have been unveiled on retail outlet Gamestop’s website, along with pricing information and a potential launch date for the Playstation 3 console. The games are listed under pre-order for $59.95, with a ship date of October 1.

Gamestop.com
With no official word from Sony about a release date for the PS3 console or accompanying games, it appears that Gamestop has let slip some precious information.

If Gamestop’s information is correct, the games listed could well be the entire launch title selection for the PS3 and may indicate an October release date for the Playstation 3.

The games are:

Vision Gran Turismo
Killzone 2
Devil May Cry 4
MotorStorm
Warhawk
Fight Night Round 3
Formula 1
Heavenly Sword
I-8
Scarface: The World is Yours
Fifth Phantom Saga
Killing Day
NioH
Spider-Man 3
Tekken
The Getaway 3
Condemned: Criminal Origins
Dark Sector
Dirty Harry
Dog Tag
Eyedentify
Gundam World
Metronome
Posseision
Project Delta
Psychopath
Stranglehold
The Darkness
Theseis
Metal Gear Solid 4 (release date listed as December 1)

http://www.gamestop.com/search.asp?sort ... 8&find.y=7

Great.......Sony's gonna sue the pants off Gamestop, now. haha! And...if that is the launch title list, its weak. Good thing I don't plan on buying that shitty ass thing w/ the boomerang controller.

Also.....anybody else hearing rumors that Nintendo is considering retailing the Revolution for a mere 200 bucks!!???

Johnny · Post by **Johnny** » 2/16/2006, 2:16 pm

Hey, don't be so quick to diss the controller.

Joe Cooler · Post by **Joe Cooler** » 2/16/2006, 2:21 pm

Goin' Down Fighting wrote:
Joe Cooler wrote:No, not yet but I will. BTW how are you liking the whole "gamerscore" idea. As it stands, I think it may well be one of the greatest features added to xbox live besides the Arcade.

Actually......I'm with you. The gamerscore idea is a neat ass way to get people to actually play their games more because they actually have something to try and achieve. I really think the whole achievements-factor is sweet. However, I'm not appreciative of the "Score a D" achievement in DOA. haha!

I can't wait until they get Street Fighter II and Texas Hold'um on the Live Arcade. I hear SF2 is due by the end of the month, and Texas Hold'um due by April. Freakin sweet!

Yeah man, I love the xbox live arcade. There is a demo of geometry wars on PG3, and I love it... and PG3.

Neil · Post by **Neil** » 2/16/2006, 2:48 pm

Joe Cooler wrote:Yeah man, I love the xbox live arcade. There is a demo of geometry wars on PG3, and I love it... and PG3.

A lot of people, I've noticed, play Geometry Wars......what the heck sorta game is that??? I'm too lazy to consider looking to see if theres a demo of it on the Live Arcade.
I'm actually planning on purchasing the full version of Bankshot Billiards2 sometime this coming week.

Have you checked out Amped 3?? I got it comin' in the mail right now from Gamefly. I don't usually check out snowboarding games, but this one looks pretty good.

Neil · Post by **Neil** » 2/16/2006, 2:49 pm

Chanandler Bong wrote:Hey, don't be so quick to diss the controller.

Too late......its freakin WHACK. And Revolution's stupid idea for a freakin controller is whack too. I don't wanna have to hold my freakin game console controller like I'm trying to change the flippin' channel on the TV remote. So stupid!! Thank you Microsoft, for rippin' off PS2.

Neil · Post by **Neil** » 3/18/2006, 7:16 pm

So....Ps3 is gettin delayed huh? Saw that one comin'.....

Joe Cooler · Post by **Joe Cooler** » 3/26/2006, 11:22 pm

Go Down Fighting wrote:
Chanandler Bong wrote:Hey, don't be so quick to diss the controller.

Too late......its freakin WHACK. And Revolution's stupid idea for a freakin controller is whack too. I don't wanna have to hold my freakin game console controller like I'm trying to change the flippin' channel on the TV remote. So stupid!! Thank you Microsoft, for rippin' off PS2.

My guess is the Revolution will outsell the Gamecube by a longshot and become a huge hit. Not many people thought the DS was a great idea either. Secondly, the PS3 controller will most likely undergo a redesign as it was a no show at GDC. Lastly, Geometry Wars is an addictively simple game much like Robotron or say.. Smash TV. Just way, way better. Really it's all I play. That and GR: Advanced Warfighter.

Neil · Post by **Neil** » 3/28/2006, 3:59 pm

GRAW is freakin awesome.....I'm definitely glad I bought it.

Now I'm anticipating the arrival of the 360 version of Battlefield 2: MC

Joe Cooler · Post by **Joe Cooler** » 4/5/2006, 12:11 pm

http://www.joystiq.com/2006/04/05/scee- ... 599-euros/

According to the President of Sony Computer Entertainment France, the PS3 will cost somewhere between $613 to $736 US. At least that is the amount that comes up when it is converted from Euros. Of course, to make it seem cheaper than it really is, they will sell it at $599, or $699. Ouch.

Edit: http://www.joystiq.com/2006/04/05/ps3-e ... -it-seems/

According to this article, pricing will be more along the lines of $499 or $599. Still a heavy blow, especially when compared to the 360. Oh Sony, let's hope you know what you are doing.

Lando · Post by **Lando** » 4/5/2006, 3:07 pm

Go Down Fighting wrote:
Chanandler Bong wrote:Hey, don't be so quick to diss the controller.

Too late......its freakin WHACK. And Revolution's stupid idea for a freakin controller is whack too. I don't wanna have to hold my freakin game console controller like I'm trying to change the flippin' channel on the TV remote. So stupid!! Thank you Microsoft, for rippin' off PS2.

I'm not one to defend any system particularly because I'll have them all, but I don't see how the PS3's controller is "WHACK" 360, kept the same controller, changed the black and white buttons to triggers and Sony's keeping the exact same controller, just making it more round and longer handles. It's still the exact same, just like XBOX. As for the Revolution controller, it will also have adapters to turn into classic controllers like the gamecube's, so that you can play older games normally. The fact that they're trying something new just adds a brand new aspect to gameplay.

Joe Cooler · Post by **Joe Cooler** » 4/5/2006, 3:11 pm

Plus, the Revolution has 4 gamecube controller ports right on the system so if you want to play order games you can take that route as well.

Lando · Post by **Lando** » 4/5/2006, 3:13 pm

and slots for your gamecube memory cards!