PS3 or XBOX 360? - Page 2

BlackElantraGT · 09-27-07, 06:41

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Originally Posted by SpoiledMan

Whichever you decide to get just purchase it from Costco. They have an excellent return policy.

They still have one of the better return policy, but it has changed. It's no longer an unconditional guarantee on some electronics. I don't know if the electronics return policy applies to video game systems or not.

I'm in the same situation deciding on whether to get a PS3 or an Xbox 360, except this will be for adults. I currently have a PS2 and I'm not the gamer I once was. My wife and I enjoy games like Karaoke Revolution. I'm really interested in Rock Band and having the ability to play with other gamers online, so I've been afraid that Sony's free online network won't take off just like what happened with the PS2. At least with Xbox Live they have their network established.

Currently, I'm leaning towards the PS3 only because of the ability to do 1080p Blu-Ray and upscale. My PS2 is currently my DVD player and it'd be nice to have a unit that can play my PS2 games. I've been reading though that the PS3 is harder to program for compared to Xbox 360 so multi-platform games are running more smoothly on the Xbox.

I wish I was a kid again and just had parents who bought things for me LOL

SpoiledMan · 09-27-07, 06:46

LOL You might want to read more about the programming for part. The games tend to run better on the system that they were designed on and then the system that gets the port gets the gimped duck.

Costco's policy is still intact for video games. The last change was for TV's.

jsatek · 09-27-07, 06:48

I just bought 3 50" Pioneer 1080p's for my new house. I bet a PS2 would go nice with them...
Im still on the fence in spending the loot on a Blue-Ray. The A/V guy I have is stunned. I keep telling him, I'd rather pay $1,500 in HDMI cables than $1,400 in HD DVD players.

I'm just not a gamer. It doesn't appeal to me.

jsatek · 09-27-07, 06:49

XBOX is smashing the PS3?

I hope this isn't a socio-economic debate, but I'm afraid it is. (not on Autopia, but in the world in general)

BlackElantraGT · 09-27-07, 06:50

Yep, you're right. Here's what it says on their website:

"Merchandise: We guarantee your satisfaction on every product we sell with a full refund. Exceptions: Televisions, projectors, computers, cameras, camcorders, iPOD / MP3 players and cellular phones must be returned within 90 days of purchase for a refund"

Right now they have the 80 gb version at Costco. I wish Sony never took away the rumble. I could care less about tilt and turning with my controller. It would have made my decision much easier.

jsatek · 09-27-07, 06:54

Here is the trick:

Costco still wants 700 for the PS3.

I read you can buy it for $540 via random sites with coupons. For $160, do you worry about someones parents returning the device? Or take the $160 and buy 3 games?

SpoiledMan · 09-27-07, 06:55

Rumble is on the way and it's not just a "buzz" any longer.

As for the cables: www.monoprice.com You can pay more but there's not a reason to.

SpoiledMan · 09-27-07, 06:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by jsatek

Here is the trick:

Costco still wants 700 for the PS3.

I read you can buy it for $540 via random sites with coupons. For $160, do you worry about someones parents returning the device? Or take the $160 and buy 3 games?

Take a look at what's in the box for that price. There's a game or two, an extra controller and the BR remote. There's also a killer warranty!

BlackElantraGT · 09-27-07, 06:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by jsatek

Here is the trick:

Costco still wants 700 for the PS3.

I read you can buy it for $540 via random sites with coupons. For $160, do you worry about someones parents returning the device? Or take the $160 and buy 3 games?

With the way kids play games without resting and how they treat their games and systems, I'd rather pay the extra amount in the case that the system overheats, dies, etc. If you were to go to Best Buy or Circuit City, you'll probably end up paying a similar amount after you pay for their extended warranty. Costco's return policy is about as easy and hassle-free as it gets.

SpoiledMan · 09-27-07, 07:00

Oh and $160 wont get you three games any longer. Two with some change left.

jsatek · 09-27-07, 07:02

Costco - Limited Edition MotorStorm Sony PlayStation® 3-pack With Madden NFL™ 08

Correct.

2 games, 80gb, 5 Blur Ray movies, and a second controller.

jsatek · 09-27-07, 07:06

That place sells cables cheap cables for sure.
I dont even want to think about what I paid for the cabling in my joint. Cat 6e, HDMI, 2000mhz coax, 16g plenum rated audio. The trick is, I cant do the work myself this time, I have to work, Q4 is jumping. My last crib, I took off a month and played with the house. Kind of like detailing, sometimes you just gotta pay.