PS2 or XBox 360?

Play Station 2 - Among lot of player still best console in the world.
@dieorfly (763)
Slovak Republic
November 3, 2008 4:12pm CST
This is my dilemma. I am thinking about buying game console. But I can not decide which one. I am no big player so I do not want to spend much money on it. Just want to play from time to time with my friends. I am thinking about PS2 or X360. I am more inclined in X360. Because the price of both console is almost the same but the hardware is much better in X360. Much better graphics. But on the other site PS2 got a lot of great games which you can not get for X360. And I heard the feeling from playing is better on PS2. So what do you think? Which console should I choose and why? Do you think there are more exciting games on PS2? What are your personal experiences with these consoles?
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ratyz5
@ratyz5 (7808)
• Philippines
3 Nov 08
PlayStation 3 - The PlayStation 3 was first officially announced May 16, 2005, at a press conference prior to the 11th annual Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles. The design of the machine incorporates many successful standards established by the original PlayStation and the PlayStation 2 -- both of which led the console markets throughout their respective generations -- but it also offers some new features that distinguish it from its predecessors as well as its competition. Fittingly, the central feature of the PS3 is its CPU, the Cell processor, which was co-developed by IBM, Toshiba, and Sony. The PS3's Cell processor uses seven "Synergistic Processing Elements" (SPEs) plus an eighth for "redundancy," and is designed to dynamically handle multiple operations. Graphics are produced through the RSX GPU, which was co-developed with Nvidia. The console has 256MB of XDR RAM for use by the CPU, and another 256MB of GDDR3 VRAM for use by the graphics chip. PlayStation 3 games can be written to DVD or Blu-ray discs (BDs), the higher density format co-developed by Sony and Toshiba. Like the PS2, the PS3 is backwards-compatible, and can play both original PlayStation and PS2 games, as well as PS3 games. It can also read and play audio, video, and other files from a variety of contemporary media formats, including CDs, DVDs, and BDs. The form of the PlayStation 3 console is similar in size but somewhat squatter than that of the PS2. It can be operated in either a horizontal or vertical position. When laid flat, the PS3 console case has a square-ish footprint, and its top bows upwards with a front-to-back arch. Its case is a silvery gray plastic, and it has a sleek, Spartan aesthetic, with only the disc drawer plainly visible along its front. Four USB ports are hidden behind a front panel. More so than its predecessors, the PlayStation 3 was designed for communication and compatibility with other electronic devices. In addition to its Bluetooth functionalities, the console has Ethernet ports and capacity for a IEEE 802.11 b/g "Wi-Fi" connection. Internet-connected gamers can access the web, chat with online friends, and download content, even while playing a game. The console also reads Memory Stick, SD, and Compact Flash memory, creating opportunities for cross-platform file sharing and other communications between the PS3 and the PlayStation Portable. ~ T.J. Deci, All Game Guide - answers.com
I agree with learn2earn on this one. Though I think the PlayStation 3 would be the competition that X-Box 360 would be facing and not the previous console.
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dieorfly
@dieorfly (763)
• Slovak Republic
3 Nov 08
Yeah but if you look at the price PS3 is in different category. Of course PS2 have no chance in graphic but there are some other things like great cult games which you do not have on X360.
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ratyz5
@ratyz5 (7808)
• Philippines
3 Nov 08
Hmmm, if that's the case, you might as well get a console that your friends still doesn't have so that in case they already have X-Box 360, you would get a PlayStation 2 or the other way around if they already own a PlayStation 2. So if you guys want to play a particular game, it would either be at your house or your friend's house, depending on the console which you guys want to play that particular game. I have just heard opinions about the PlayStation 3 and its hardware specs are very impressive compared to X-Box 360 but, its really about enjoying the gaming experience that one could get even if the graphics aren't that stunning.. playing with your friends is already a good thing (^_^ )
ersmommy1
@ersmommy1 (12588)
• United States
13 Nov 08
My vote would be for the PS2. It is a bit older sure. But you can get some good deals on them. Plus previously used games are usually in good if not great condition. So you'd get more for your money.
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dieorfly
@dieorfly (763)
• Slovak Republic
13 Nov 08
Thanks for your opinion but I decided for X360. I bought it week ago and I am satisfied. The graphic is really nice and also there are some "must have" games which are really great. I hope I will be satisfied with this console for long time.
Calais
@Calais (10893)
• Australia
3 Nov 08
I dont know much about the 360, but i have a ps2 and i think its awesome,
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jazz555
@jazz555 (236)
• India
12 Nov 08
Yes is Ps2 is cool and awesome with lot of games and stuffs...I love it
vicky30
@vicky30 (4766)
• India
7 Feb 09
Since you are looking at a specific budget.The playstation 2 will be very good for you.It has got a variety of games.also the dvds are very cheap to purchase than xbox.YOu can play with your friends and it will be a lot of fun.I am planning to buy a psp or ps3 console.Don't have the money now may buy it later.
caskins
@caskins (689)
• United States
3 Nov 08
hello my fellow myLotter, i personally had own a ps2 and upgraded to a Xbox 360. i like my 360 better. there are alot of good games on the 360. if you get a 360 try buying Gears of War. you'll love it and be addicted. lol. Gears of War 2 comes out this Friday. happy posting!
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dieorfly
@dieorfly (763)
• Slovak Republic
3 Nov 08
Great to hear. I heard also Tekken should appears on XBox 360 but it is not clear when. It would be great to have this game on X360.
prasanna1990
@prasanna1990 (816)
• India
7 Feb 09
i'd rather prefer you to go with PS3 since iam using it as time has come to run out with PS2 its great and good when compared to XBOX i has blue ray in which yo do have many game in a single ray great gaming fun lol
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bobbyrulz
@bobbyrulz (51)
• United States
28 Dec 08
i think you should get the xbox 360 because it has better graphics and better games and many people dont play ps2 games anymore