PC Gaming?

[MattyD]

I built a new gaming PC recently but to tell the truth, I only really use it to play Stalker and of course Valve's games. All the good games come out on consoles these days anyway and I much prefer being able to play with my friends over Xbox Live than having more anti-aliasing and all that stuff.

[turbo D]

Also, PCs become obsolete surprisingly quickly.  Game consoles last longer.

They both become obsolete at the same time, imo. The ps3 is using a grafx card that is 2 or 3 generations old and can be had new for $100 or less. Don't get me started on the wii's grafx chip, hehe. But anyways, the reason we all prefer console gaming over pc gaming is the games. Console games are just more fun. However, it does seem that the ps3 and xbox are becoming pc gaming machines as they have a lot of the same games as the pc; mainly fps to boot.

[cosmic-ark]

I still play abe's oddysee on pc its a great platformer but it's about 8 years old and i got given a copy of far cry 2 as a gift played it once and will never play it again,i hope one day they stop trying to make these photo realisim games and start making platformers again i think they have forgotten that games are supposed to be fun,pc gaming is very boring nowdays its like watching a movie not playing a game.

[LocalToast]

I think there are tons of great PC games (including exclusives), but there are also great console games. For example, I only play certain genres on certain platforms, if I have a choice. (i.e., FPS on PC, or Platforming, Racing, or Fighting on a console). It usually depends on the price, control layout (mouse+keyboard vs. gamepad), and overall content differences.

You'll find that most PC game prices drop relatively quickly, and are usually $10 less than their console counterparts. But, it's all preference.

[PatMan33]

Also, PCs become obsolete surprisingly quickly.

That is a very misleading statement. Yeah, your computer's hardware will become obsolete very quickly and really your consoles are going to become obsolete at the very same rate. Just because your computer is obsolete does not mean it won't be able to run the games you want to play.

My computer has been obsolete for a couple years now and I can still play whatever the PC game developers throw at me on nearly-max settings. Crysis? Pssh, no problem... max settings all the way and feeling fine!

And you don't need to break the bank to make a good computer either. With some savvy purchasing practices and a bit of research you can build a rig that is cost-effective and well-balanced and you can bet that it is going to last you just as long as any console. But it takes time and most people are not willing to put that kind of time into any purchase no matter what it is.

Of course it's also much easier for me because I've been doing it for a while. For a first-timer it is daunting and tough to approach but it's really not that difficult once you get down to it.

[TanookiSuitSam]

Also, PCs become obsolete surprisingly quickly.

That is a very misleading statement. Yeah, your computer's hardware will become obsolete very quickly and really your consoles are going to become obsolete at the very same rate. Just because your computer is obsolete does not mean it won't be able to run the games you want to play.

My computer has been obsolete for a couple years now and I can still play whatever the PC game developers throw at me on nearly-max settings. Crysis? Pssh, no problem... max settings all the way and feeling fine!

And you don't need to break the bank to make a good computer either. With some savvy purchasing practices and a bit of research you can build a rig that is cost-effective and well-balanced and you can bet that it is going to last you just as long as any console. But it takes time and most people are not willing to put that kind of time into any purchase no matter what it is.

Of course it's also much easier for me because I've been doing it for a while. For a first-timer it is daunting and tough to approach but it's really not that difficult once you get down to it.

100% Agree with you. Most games I play on my PC are fps games, but to be honest, I dont play fps games on consoles for the fact that the controls suck, turning and looking around is much easier with a mouse then a joystick.

Although, I will say outside of FPS games a PC still has little to none games i'd be really interested in. Not to mention I'm not into the MMO or RTS scene.

Oh well, both have plus and minuses, but whatever you choose is all up to you and what you want, and nobody can tell you otherwise.

[Blue Protoman]

Actually, FPS's on the Wii work really well.  You literally point at the screen and shoot.  Want proof?  Play Medal of Honor: Heroes 2.

[LocalToast]

Actually, FPS's on the Wii work really well.  You literally point at the screen and shoot.  Want proof?  Play Medal of Honor: Heroes 2.

But the Wii lacks a plethora of great FPS's, unlike other platforms that have games from Valve, id, and not to mention Unreal Tournament.

[PatMan33]

Maybe The Conduit will be good!

[LocalToast]

Maybe The Conduit will be good!

I remember when I first heard about it. I think it looks promising, but I wonder if they're including online deathmatches.

[MattyD]

If I remember correctly, yes, it will have online deathmatch. Even better, it won't use Nintendo friends codes!

[Blue Protoman]

The Conduit will also use WiiSpeak.

[xyzzy32]

I was never any good at all at FPS's. I wouldn't consider myself a PC gamer, but I have found much enjoyment in Age of Empires II and Colossal Cave Adventure. Anyone heard of the latter? It's a true hacker's paradise. As for ageing, consoles and PCs proceed at about the same rate.

[nintendodork]

It's a true hacker's paradise.

Gmod, nuff said

[Rogles]

Gmod is amazing.