questions about PS3 and Xbox 360

[Coolharmony2]

Hi,

Is it possible to install games on the Hard Disk with PS3 and XBox 360 ?

What are the advantages to install games on the Hard disk ? really better ?

Is it better PS3 or Xbox 360 for the reliability ?

for next years, PS3 or Xbox 360 will release more games ?

Is it better PS3 or Xbox for games available in store for the future until 2015 an 2016 ?

Thank-you !

 

[cbrunny]

Is it possible to install games on the Hard Disk with PS3 and XBox 360 ?

PS3: Yes and no. From a disc, some games require an installation and some do not. From the PSN, all games require installation but then have no disc.

What are the advantages to install games on the Hard disk ? really better ?

PS3: If you have an SSD, there will be a marginal increase in performance, but most users have 5400 RPM HDD. Some games need the install file on the HDD, some games can run it off the disc. I assume it has to do with how fast the data can be read off the disc.

But since you don't get a choice, this question is irrelevant.

Is it better PS3 or Xbox 360 for the reliability ?

PS3.

for next years, PS3 or Xbox 360 will release more games ?

Many games are released across multiple platforms, so really your question should be about which has better exclusives. In my opinion, PS3, but that is clearly debatable.

Is it better PS3 or Xbox for games available in store for the future until 2015 an 2016 ?

I don't think you'll have much difficulty finding games, both new and used, for both systems through 2015, but it all depends on when the PS4 & XBOX720 are released/announced.

Thank-you !

You're welcome!

 

[DaveSimmons]

^ the above is for the PS3. On the 360 you have the choice to run from DVD disc or install the disc to the hard drive (you still need to keep the disc).

On the 360, the DVD drive can be very loud. If you install to the hard drive the game only needs to check the disc for copy protection so it is much quieter.

Is it better PS3 or Xbox 360 for the reliability ?

for next years, PS3 or Xbox 360 will release more games ?

Is it better PS3 or Xbox for games available in store for the future until 2015 an 2016 ?

Both are reliable now. Just don't buy a used system and either one is safe.

Most "big" titles are released on both, except for exclusives like Halo (360) and Uncharted (PS3).

It is up to you to decide which exclusive games you want to play. Some people like Halo, some prefer Valkyria Chronicles.

 

[clok1966]

Hi,

Is it possible to install games on the Hard Disk with PS3 and XBox 360 ?

What are the advantages to install games on the Hard disk ? really better ?

Is it better PS3 or Xbox 360 for the reliability ?

for next years, PS3 or Xbox 360 will release more games ?

Is it better PS3 or Xbox for games available in store for the future until 2015 an 2016 ?

Thank-you !

have you been in forums before? this is like asking Dem or Rep, chevy or ford, Pc or mac.. very very difficult to get answer that are not fueled by silly stupidity.

but.. I can answer a few.. with general answers

Is it better PS3 or Xbox 360 for the reliability ?

Both had issues to start but the 360 was statistical much worse (at statrt). Today with both having new slim designs i think its a wash. Both seem to work fine


for next years, PS3 or Xbox 360 will release more games ?

MS has HISTORICALLY dropped old hardware support quit quickly when new is coming in. Sony supports its hardware much longer (except handhelds) so the PS3 should have games even when the PS4 comes out, and (things could change) the 360 will have no love from MS when the next Xbox comes out.

Is it better PS3 or Xbox for games available in store for the future until 2015 an 2016 ?

again from the past. MS will not spend money on the 360 once a new Unit is out (can you by an orginal Xbox game anymore? not around my area you cant) But the PS3 should still have some shelf space even when the PS4 comes out, i see PS2 games still on shelves here.

BUT!!!! MS has only been in consoles 2 generations and the 360 is (USA) 2nd in hardware sales behind the Wii, so they may support it far longer then the original Xbox, and I think they will. SONY has pumped every buck out of its consoles, so I cant see that changing.

I agree I feel sony has the better exclusives this gen.. Halo (FPS, there are a million) is the 360's strongest.. and i could are less about it. BUT MS has far deeper pockets then SONY and exclusives cost big bucks.. I tend to think both console makers learned this.. but MS has the money advantage.. so if i was a betting man, the new Xbox will have more (good or bad, who knows).

in the end, most games are on both.. and unless they where early in the consoles life cycle play fairly well on both (earlier games where most often better on the 360). So it gets to cost, exclusives.. and if you want to play online .. the 360 is stronger online, it simply has more players, so more matchs, with better chance of a good ping.. with one downside.. non stop ass-hats.. PS3 has matches (much fewer then 360).. but with very little chatter (good or bad).

For me it was easy, i prefer the PS3 (I do own both)but i play my 360 more.. used games are cheaper, i can often find new games for $10 on amazon.. games just run cheaper on it for some reason.. so I buy um for the 360.. and IF i was recommending to a person based on TODAY.. i would tell them 360. its often $50 to $100 cheaper new.. it has the current most users. IF you are looking long term.. then I might slid more to the PS3.. as i think it will be supported longer if MS follows its normal path.

honest - hope its helpfull.

 

[cbrunny]

So it gets to cost, exclusives.. and if you want to play online .. the 360 is stronger online, it simply has more players, so more matchs, with better chance of a good ping.. with one downside.. non stop ass-hats.. PS3 has matches (much fewer then 360).. but with very little chatter (good or bad).

Worth noting that PS3's online is free, whereas the XBOX is not.

 

[RedRooster]

Worth noting that PS3's online is free, whereas the XBOX is not.

...for now...

 

[American Gunner]

First of all, what do your friends of family members game on? That should help your decision. Second, you need to do some research on the exclusives and see what excited you more. I doubt the MS will just stop supporting the 360 after the next xbox comes out since it has made them a ton of money. And while it's true that you have to pay for live, you can find deals for it.

 

[nageov3t]

I've got both... they're both pretty reliable, although after the initial xbox 360 launch, I'm not sure I'd ever buy the first version of a console again.

PS3 seems like it has more exclusive games (especially JRPG's), but the X-Box has pretty much the best controller ever designed. between the controller and the ability to install games onto the hard drive (decreased load times, not as loud), I prefer playing games on that system. the PS3 just gets used for playing with my friends, Netflix Instant/blu-ray movies, and a handful of PS3-exclusive games.

 

[Pr0d1gy]

but the X-Box has pretty much the best controller ever designed.

I absolutely do not agree with that statement at all.

 

[Arkaign]

I absolutely do not agree with that statement at all.

Neither do I, but that's an eye-of-the-beholder argument for sure.

Great controllers (imho) : NES, SNES, TG16, PS1/PS2/PS3.
Good controllers : Xbox1/Xbox360.
Average controllers : Genesis.
Poor controllers : SMS, Atari Jaguar, Atari 8-bit (nostalgia aside, it was crap lol), GAMECUBE (worst d-pad EVER, and muddy/inaccurate analogs), Virtual Boy.

I can see why some would prefer Xbox to the PSX, I just don't.

 

[American Gunner]

I wouldn't say the PS3 controller is great, but that's all an opinion.

 

[nageov3t]

Neither do I, but that's an eye-of-the-beholder argument for sure.

Great controllers (imho) : NES, SNES, TG16, PS1/PS2/PS3.
Good controllers : Xbox1/Xbox360.
Average controllers : Genesis.
Poor controllers : SMS, Atari Jaguar, Atari 8-bit (nostalgia aside, it was crap lol), GAMECUBE (worst d-pad EVER, and muddy/inaccurate analogs), Virtual Boy.

I can see why some would prefer Xbox to the PSX, I just don't.

I loved the NES as much as the next child of the 80's, but that controller is a torture device compared to modern controllers imo.

I got spoiled by the xbox 360... I had my 360 for years before buying a PS3. when I finally picked one up, the controller felt horribly cramped and the trigger button placement just annoying to rest my fingers on.

but ergonomics are subjective :thumbsup: amongst the consoles I've played and ignoring any 3rd party controller options, I'd probably say:

great -- xbox, xbox 360
good -- PS1/2/3, genesis, SNES
average -- NES
poor -- the original Gameboy, N64

 

[Arkaign]

I loved the NES as much as the next child of the 80's, but that controller is a torture device compared to modern controllers imo.

I got spoiled by the xbox 360... I had my 360 for years before buying a PS3. when I finally picked one up, the controller felt horribly cramped and the trigger button placement just annoying to rest my fingers on.

but ergonomics are subjective :thumbsup: amongst the consoles I've played and ignoring any 3rd party controller options, I'd probably say:

great -- xbox, xbox 360
good -- PS1/2/3, genesis, SNES
average -- NES
poor -- the original Gameboy, N64

Hehe, I think it's all a matter of getting used to something, along with the precision of it. Everything about the NES controller (unless totally worn to hell) is super precise. The recessed corners of the D-pad was a godsend for games that require exacting controls, and the A/B buttons were excellent.

I might be slightly biased as I have a series of world records on one of the most played games in history, and the NES version is the gold standard for the ultimate challenge (arguably tied with TGM series, but that's almost completely unavailable for the US market).

 

[RedRooster]

I always found the PS controllers' analog sticks in a real poor spot. The rest of the controller was fine, the d-pad great. But that left analog stick, for Sony's sake of symetry, was just horrible. Hands get all cramped up in that "thumbs down" craw. At least the XBox you can kind of get your thumbs in a more natural position, especially that left one. Holy cow, never a hand cramp with that baby.

Try holding a NES controller now though, its like every corner is filed like a blade. I suppose when my hands were half the size it would've been great.

 

[dagamer34]

I really hope when you people are talking about the first Xbox controller, you're talking about the Controller S. The "Duke" or launch controller was ugly as sin and as heavy as a brick.

 

[Arkaign]

I really hope when you people are talking about the first Xbox controller, you're talking about the Controller S. The "Duke" or launch controller was ugly as sin and as heavy as a brick.

I heard a lot of complaints, but I never had any. I have massive hands though.

 

[nageov3t]

I really hope when you people are talking about the first Xbox controller, you're talking about the Controller S. The "Duke" or launch controller was ugly as sin and as heavy as a brick.

I assume so, I didn't get my XBox until a generation or two in, after the red ring of death issues settled down.