which xbox to get?

[DarkManX]

i really want to get gta IV and prolly will play alot of other stuff over the summer, i dont want to spend 400$ on a console :\ which edition xbox should i get?

 

[oznerol]

Originally posted by: DarkManX
i really want to get gta IV and prolly will play alot of other stuff over the summer, i dont want to spend 400$ on a console :\ which edition xbox should i get?

The most expensive one that's not more than $400?

 

[Queasy]

If you don't want to spend $400, then get the Pro version (the one that comes with the 20GB HDD). Avoid the Arcade version.

 

[DarkManX]

except for the harddrive and other accesories are they all they same? i do want one that has HDMI output.

 

[Queasy]

Yes, the Pro has HDMI now. Also has a wireless controller.

The only difference between the Elite and the Pro is the color and the HDD size.

 

[erwos]

Originally posted by: Queasy
Yes, the Pro has HDMI now. Also has a wireless controller.

The only difference between the Elite and the Pro is the color and the HDD size.

Plus the HDMI cable and associated dongle.

 

[Stuxnet]

Like Queasy said, get the Pro. Make sure you get a bundle that has Forza 2, which is the best racing game ever made. Period. Also make sure you get a Falcon (which I'm pretty sure is the only stock on shelves right now anyway), or your Xbox will also double as a frying pan. Despite the perceived bargain, this is NOT a good thing.

 

[mugs]

We need to make an FAQ, and the answer to this question would always be "Get the Xbox 360 'Pro' unless you have a specific reason to get one of the others." For most people, the "Pro" is the way to go. Elite is a bad value (extra $100 for black case and 100 GB of disk space) and the Arcade lacks a hard drive that you really should have. So unless you really want the black case/120 GB, or you really don't need a hard drive ever (meaning no large DLC), "Go Pro!" like the box says.