XL vs. PC - Page 2

Angel_of_Death · 2004-02-08, 10:55 PM

Originally Posted by Cyanide

PC beats consoles in almost every respect. Better games, more games, games that can be patched and upgraded, expansion packs, mods, custom maps, more people to play with, etc. I would take PC over console any day. If you'd rather have Live over PC then you probably just aren't making the most of your PC.

Quality over quantity.

Live games have new content and new patches/upgrades too. And who cares about more people to play with? It is the same thing. In most multiplayer games, it doesn't matter how many people are playing in total, as long as you can fill up a server.

I am making the most of my PC, but I prefer consoles/Live. Controllers are easier IMO than a keyboard (depends on game...I'd rather play FPS', my fav. genre on controllers, but strategies and RPG's on keyboards, due to the more buttons needed).

MrVicchio · 2004-02-08, 11:37 PM

I wish they could make a Console version of Coutner Strike where PC players could compete agaisnt them, we'd own you with your puny little controllers, Mouse and keyboards rule FPS any day of teh week.

Cyanide · 2004-02-09, 12:08 AM

Originally Posted by Angel_of_Death

Quality over quantity.

Live games have new content and new patches/upgrades too. And who cares about more people to play with? It is the same thing. In most multiplayer games, it doesn't matter how many people are playing in total, as long as you can fill up a server.

I am making the most of my PC, but I prefer consoles/Live. Controllers are easier IMO than a keyboard (depends on game...I'd rather play FPS', my fav. genre on controllers, but strategies and RPG's on keyboards, due to the more buttons needed).

PC definately has more quality games than any console.

You're the first person I've EVER seen or heard say that a controler is better for FPSes than a keyboard and mouse. I want some of whatever it is that you're smokin'

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MilitantB0B · 2004-02-09, 12:14 AM

Originally Posted by Angel_of_Death

Ok I just got inspired to make a topic about this.

Which would (I say would because not everyone here has Live) you rather play games on:

Xbox Live or PC?

Me personally, Live. I have it, and it really fuckin owns when everyone has a headset. I have always loved playing with controllers compared to keyboard/mouse. It's amazing to play online with a friend over, and games runs oh-so-smooth on an Xbox. Barely any lag, and it's not like you have to keep upgrading an Xbox.

PC, hands down. The only thing Consoles are good for are platformers/sports games/other things where keyboard and mouse=teh suck.
On everything else, computer is the way to go. And if you like the lag free environment of X-Box live, maybe you should get a better computer

Happy lil Elf · 2004-02-09, 12:49 AM

PC.

Better controls, better customization of controls, better games and last but not least I hate Xbox with a passion.

FPS games do not belong on a console. Ever. There's a reason most people who try to play FPS games with a joystick on PC get laughed at and for the most part get their asses kicked: It's a piss poor control scheme. Sure there are people who can become proficient with the style. I mean you can get used to it but that's the point, you shouldn't have to get used to it. Idealy controls should feel natural. A joystick just doesn't do that for games where you're supposed to be looking through someones eyes.

Kahn · 2004-02-09, 12:58 AM

Never actually played XL, but I suppose I'd have to go with PC. Except you can download SP levels off XL. Also, there was meant to be some game-patching system last time I checked.

Setari · 2004-02-09, 01:08 AM

Originally Posted by MrVicchio

I wish they could make a Console version of Coutner Strike where PC players could compete agaisnt them, we'd own you with your puny little controllers, Mouse and keyboards rule FPS any day of teh week.

That's exactly why CS is not cross-compatible

OneManArmy · 2004-02-09, 01:10 AM

PC is always good for FPS.. but nothing on the PC comes even fucknig close to the experience Steel Battalion online will offer. also I sometimes prefer XBL because you dont have to play with n00bnuts still using crank powered modems.. you need broadband.. so thats nice. also the whole voice chat in jsut about every game is nice too. and hte buddy list/finder... I will say microsoft has done a fucking amazing job with XBL. dont rule it out. but yea i spend most of my time on the PC..

Kahn · 2004-02-09, 01:12 AM

I salute you OMA. You're a true Xbox follower. But Bungie did a pretty good job with Halo on Xbox. First good FPS I've seen on a console. Controls are pretty quick to learn as well.

MrVicchio · 2004-02-09, 01:34 AM

I Like my XBL but its only soo good so often, I need my PC.

Things a Console sucks at:

FPS(controller is jsut powned by the accuracy of customized ocntrols and a laser mouse)
MMO games
Flight Sims
Strategy games Again, the mouse owns and memory issues

Consoles rule at:

Sports
Racing (sorry but I aint shelling out 90 bucks for steering wheel for my PC)
fighting games, Period. Ever try to play Mortal Combat with a keyboard??
Platform games

Overall, it depends on the games you are playing.

SDM · 2004-02-09, 01:36 AM

Yeah. What Mr. Vic said.

Kahn · 2004-02-09, 01:37 AM

Vic, play Halo. Come back and report.

Biohazzard56 · 2004-02-09, 01:41 PM

Originally Posted by Kahn

Vic, play Halo. Come back and report.

Of course you mean the PC Version

Halo PC was worth the money for the contoll sceheme alone

Spee · 2004-02-09, 02:07 PM

Console gamers: OMG!!1111 HALO IS TEH PWN1!!!11

PC Gamers: Okay...Halo is kinda pretty. *Goes back to playing UT2K3*

The only reason Halo was "great" was because it had a non piss-poor control scheme.

Gigabein · 2004-02-09, 02:44 PM

Vic, PC users can always buy a gamepad (dirt cheap) for the racing, sports, fighting, and platform games.