Should I get an Xbox360?
Hi! I still have my PS2 and have not bought a new console since. I am looking to either purchase a PS3 or an Xbox360. I have been a loyal sony customer since the original Playstation and have not bought another system. I was really close in buying a PS3 because of the Metal Gear Solid 4/PS3 package. Right now I'm comparing exclusive console games between the two and so far it looks like I'm leaning towards the 360 because of the upcoming release of Gears of War 2. However, I do have some concerns with the infamous "red ring of death." Aside from it's exclusive titles, I would like a console that still works in the long run. Also, I'm not really huge with downloading demos, so would the $199 Arcade edition suffice? or Should I just get the Pro for an extra $100? Another concern I have are the batteries of the wireless controller. Are they batteries which constantly need to be purchased and replaced? Or are the controllers like the PS3 controllers where you just plug it to your console to recharge while you're away? Anyone have any thoughts and/or suggestions? Any pros or cons would definitely help with my decision making. Thanks!
I personally have a 360. Some console exclusives that you should note are Gears 2 and Halo 3 for 360 and MGS 4, Resistance 2, and Littlebigplanet. The red ring of death should not be a big problem. I have not yet encountered it and I've had my 360 for a year and unless you play constantly, you should be able to wait a few weeks to get it repaired. The Arcade Edition should work for you if you don't want to download demos or hold a lot of other content on the hard drive. Besides the hard drive, it's not worth getting the Pro for the 2 extra games either, trust me they're not great. The wireless controllers of the 360 unfortunately do run out of power rather quickly if you leave them on for extended periods of time, but you can buy rechargable batteries or a wire that plugs into the 360 automatically charging the controller.