Xbox One Pre-Orders available at Best Buy

[sze5003]

Looks like the ps4 suits you better. If you care about the ms specific games than you could say the Xbox would be better. Besides someone mentioned you don't nerd to pay for the Sony online system unless you are going to do multiplayer.

 

[lupi]

Last story I saw on this said sony lowered the price by not including the eye as part of the base package.

And I had that robot/gun package with the original nintendo. Found it easier to play the one game without using the robot, but the duck hunt with gun got extensive use.

 

[KeithTalent]

Looks like the ps4 suits you better. If you care about the ms specific games than you could say the Xbox would be better. Besides someone mentioned you don't nerd to pay for the Sony online system unless you are going to do multiplayer.

Perfect, thanks. Going to cancel my XBone pre-order now.

Appreciate the help everyone.

KT

 

[purbeast0]

sounds like you should just buy a bluray player instead of a console, it'll save you about $300.

 

[KeithTalent]

sounds like you should just buy a bluray player instead of a console, it'll save you about $300.

I already have one. I want the option to play a game or two. Like I said, things like Rayman Origins I enjoy and maybe a couple of sports games. I don't mind paying a bit more just to have that available.

Only other thing I wonder about is the Kinect. Has there been any hands on with that yet to show if it is much improved over the previous version?

KT

 

[smackababy]

I already have one. I want the option to play a game or two. Like I said, things like Rayman Origins I enjoy and maybe a couple of sports games. I don't mind paying a bit more just to have that available.

Only other thing I wonder about is the Kinect. Has there been any hands on with that yet to show if it is much improved over the previous version?

KT

There are a few tech demo type things. The technology and accuracy is supposed to be vastly improved, but what was done with the Kinect SDK on PC surpassed anything done on the consoles with the original.

If it is worth the extra $100 for you to hope it turn into something you like, the Xbox One would be the way to go. Honestly though, if you're not that interested in gaming, I'd just cancel the preorder and wait for a price drop. If you aren't in a hurry to grab one, no reason paying full retail. Wait for a good deal or a bundle.

Actually, even a PS3 wouldn't be a bad choice for light gaming. It won't lose support for probably another 6-8 months and has a large enough library, it might not matter after it does.

 

[purbeast0]

I already have one. I want the option to play a game or two. Like I said, things like Rayman Origins I enjoy and maybe a couple of sports games. I don't mind paying a bit more just to have that available.

Only other thing I wonder about is the Kinect. Has there been any hands on with that yet to show if it is much improved over the previous version?

KT

then get what console has the games that you want to play on it, or has them announced for it. we can't tell you what games you like, only you can.

 

[digiram]

i heard it is $100 more because it comes with a monster brand hdmi cable.

I'm sold.. they gold plated to?

 

[KeithTalent]

There are a few tech demo type things. The technology and accuracy is supposed to be vastly improved, but what was done with the Kinect SDK on PC surpassed anything done on the consoles with the original.

If it is worth the extra $100 for you to hope it turn into something you like, the Xbox One would be the way to go. Honestly though, if you're not that interested in gaming, I'd just cancel the preorder and wait for a price drop. If you aren't in a hurry to grab one, no reason paying full retail. Wait for a good deal or a bundle.

Actually, even a PS3 wouldn't be a bad choice for light gaming. It won't lose support for probably another 6-8 months and has a large enough library, it might not matter after it does.

I have a dead PS3 already 😀 and a working Xbox. I'm not a huge fan of my currently Blu-ray player, so I am ready to upgrade and figure I should just grab one of these two things that can do a bit more.

then get what console has the games that you want to play on it, or has them announced for it. we can't tell you what games you like, only you can.

I realize that. Was just trying to figure out if there were other reasons to pick between the two.

KT

 

[cmdrdredd]

I already have an Xbone pre-order but unfortunately missed the PS4 pre-order.

Do not want to create a new thread so I will just post here.

For someone like me who will primarily use the system for watching Blu-rays, maybe Netflix, and the occasional platformer like Rayman Origins (I may also pick up FIFA if the demo is not too difficult), which system is best? I've been following the new console talk for the most part, but I honestly can't tell at this point which system would be better for me.

Any thoughts? Or are they kind of the same at this point for my needs. Just need to know so I can cancel my pre-order if need be.

Thanks.

KT

PS4 has no need to pay for premium services to use netflix etc. You may like Knack too. I dunno. For casual/occasional gaming it's hard to recommend either one right now. There's just not enough hands on impressions and no reviews yet. Plus the indie situation is unknown. It sounds like you'd really get into some of the lower budget titles that indie developers offer. We don't know yet whether they will both get the same titles or whether some developers will gravitate toward one system. Most of the games we know are announced are pretty hardcore titles in various genres. Racing sim games, online competitive shooters, fighting games etc. Not a lot of stuff for someone who is only an occasional player. At least I wouldn't say so. If the opportunity arises I would buy one of them just to have it if I were even thinking of it, but it wouldn't have to be day one.

 

[exdeath]

I'm sold.. they gold plated to?

Gold plated connectors... An 30 gauge tin contacts and solder on the board the connector is mounted to.

 

[American Gunner]

I already have one. I want the option to play a game or two. Like I said, things like Rayman Origins I enjoy and maybe a couple of sports games. I don't mind paying a bit more just to have that available.

Only other thing I wonder about is the Kinect. Has there been any hands on with that yet to show if it is much improved over the previous version?

KT

I think maybe you should just wait for a few months and see how everything shakes out. I'm sure you could be entertained with your current systems until then, and then you won't make a mistake and spend the money on a console that doesn't really fit your needs.

 

[KeithTalent]

PS4 has no need to pay for premium services to use netflix etc. You may like Knack too. I dunno. For casual/occasional gaming it's hard to recommend either one right now. There's just not enough hands on impressions and no reviews yet. Plus the indie situation is unknown. It sounds like you'd really get into some of the lower budget titles that indie developers offer. We don't know yet whether they will both get the same titles or whether some developers will gravitate toward one system. Most of the games we know are announced are pretty hardcore titles in various genres. Racing sim games, online competitive shooters, fighting games etc. Not a lot of stuff for someone who is only an occasional player. At least I wouldn't say so. If the opportunity arises I would buy one of them just to have it if I were even thinking of it, but it wouldn't have to be day one.

Good points, thanks.

Apologies for derailing, I had just thought by this point there would be more hands on information and more details but I just noticed the release dates are later in December. I thought they were coming out by mid-November. :whiste:

I think maybe you should just wait for a few months and see how everything shakes out. I'm sure you could be entertained with your current systems until then, and then you won't make a mistake and spend the money on a console that doesn't really fit your needs.

Probably a good call. I just get antsy and I promised my Blu-ray player to someone for Christmas, so will need a replacement.

KT

 

[American Gunner]

Probably a good call. I just get antsy and I promised my Blu-ray player to someone for Christmas, so will need a replacement.

KT

I know how you feel. I really want one, but I know that I am too busy with school and work right now to get one, and figured I would wait until early next year since I am going to take a lighter school schedule. It also helped that my really good friends aren't getting a new console right away too. I knew that I would be playing it alone or would have to jump on my older systems to play with them, and then I would feel like I wasted money on the new consoles.

 

[sze5003]

That's true because most of the decent games won't even be out until later. So if none of the games at launch may interest you, waiting may not be a bad idea. Im getting a new system mainly because I want one to have for later anyway. Besides I'm pretty much done playing all the games interesting to me for the ps3.

 

[purbeast0]

Probably a good call. I just get antsy and I promised my Blu-ray player to someone for Christmas, so will need a replacement.

KT

i'll sell you my current blu-ray player for a decent price once i get my xbox1 😛

 

[cmdrdredd]

Anyone know when we can expect reviews for these games? Will it be the day before it releases like we see with current gen titles or will we have a week or so to read them and make an informed decision? I assume they want us in the dark so we can't hop on any bandwagons of "hey that game only got a 6/10! Don't buy it." but there are some games I think look great but I am not sure if they are $60 great. I would love a couple days to read a couple reviews and make a decision.

 

[smackababy]

I think we will probably have to wait for the launch title reviews, but after that, they should be coming in early. I pretty much ignore most reviews anyway unless it is an obscure game and even then, it is only user reviews. I buy games I think I'll like. If I don't like them, well, I guess I'm out $60. And I usually play a few hours before deciding I hate it, so my money is not exactly being wasted. I could go to the movies and spend $20 for 2 hours of entertainment or $60 and only get maybe 6.

 

[sze5003]

I can already tell I will enjoy cod, bf4, and watchdogs. So I don't really need a review for those. Knack I will need to wait and see what happens with that one.

 

[KeithTalent]

Whoa, just watched some gameplay and Knack looks really cool. I think whomever mentioned that one to me above is right, could be right up my alley.

KT

 

[cmdrdredd]

Whoa, just watched some gameplay and Knack looks really cool. I think whomever mentioned that one to me above is right, could be right up my alley.

KT

Yeah I thought so. It is from Mark Cerny who brought us crash bandicoot, ratchet and clank, & jack and daxter. It doesn't have that next gen wow factor in graphics but the particle effects and lighting seem well done.

 

[cmdrdredd]

I think we will probably have to wait for the launch title reviews, but after that, they should be coming in early. I pretty much ignore most reviews anyway unless it is an obscure game and even then, it is only user reviews. I buy games I think I'll like. If I don't like them, well, I guess I'm out $60. And I usually play a few hours before deciding I hate it, so my money is not exactly being wasted. I could go to the movies and spend $20 for 2 hours of entertainment or $60 and only get maybe 6.

So you think reviews won't appear for launch titles until the system officially launches? As in the day we can buy the games we get reviews?

I like reading reviews on games I am unsure of to get a feel for how people are reacting to the game and what flaws might be noticed. I usually will read more than one to feel out what to expect. I don't base my whole decision solely on them but it does help if multiple reviewers love a game. I can feel more comfortable taking a chance on it. Like I said there are a couple of games I am unsure about right now that are on my pre-order list. It would be easy enough to just pass on them if they aren't that good though. I was just wondering if there was going to be an NDA expiration date.

 

[sze5003]

So you think reviews won't appear for launch titles until the system officially launches? As in the day we can buy the games we get reviews?

I like reading reviews on games I am unsure of to get a feel for how people are reacting to the game and what flaws might be noticed. I usually will read more than one to feel out what to expect. I don't base my whole decision solely on them but it does help if multiple reviewers love a game. I can feel more comfortable taking a chance on it.

Soon I read somewhere that there will be ps4 kiosks with playable games on them. Although only knack will be available and fifa 14, the others are Indy games. I think for knack you will get reviews before it's out. They may base the reviews of cod and bf4 too since those games will be available for the current gen as well. So all they would be rating would be graphics ?

 

[smackababy]

So you think reviews won't appear for launch titles until the system officially launches? As in the day we can buy the games we get reviews?

I like reading reviews on games I am unsure of to get a feel for how people are reacting to the game and what flaws might be noticed. I usually will read more than one to feel out what to expect. I don't base my whole decision solely on them but it does help if multiple reviewers love a game. I can feel more comfortable taking a chance on it. Like I said there are a couple of games I am unsure about right now that are on my pre-order list. It would be easy enough to just pass on them if they aren't that good though. I was just wondering if there was going to be an NDA expiration date.

Yeah, I don't think we will get launch title reviews until the day of, at best. I could be wrong, but I just think that is how it will turn out. I can't remember if it was the same for the launch of the 360 or PS3. I can't think of any launch titles I actually cared much about that needed reviews.

 

[KeithTalent]

Yeah I thought so. It is from Mark Cerny who brought us crash bandicoot, ratchet and clank, & jack and daxter. It doesn't have that next gen wow factor in graphics but the particle effects and lighting seem well done.

Oh cool, never played Jack and Daxter, but I liked the other two a lot. Not too fussed about fancy graphics, I have my PC for that. I like console games with bright colours though, so hopefully this will have a bit of that. Regardless, looks very fun.

KT