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so you're finally tired of your N64, PSX, or Dreamcast? but you don't know where to begin? no problem. this guide will help you decide exaclty which system is best for you.
Lets start with the 'Sony PlayStation 2' (PS2):
this machine is immensly powerful, the graphics are sharp and the gameplay is stunning. the PS2 features an enormous amount of games in it's library, as it can play all of your old 'Sony PS One Console - New Low Price' discs. it also has the capability of a DVD player, and unlike the Xbox, does not require a $30 remote to watch DVDs. also, the PS2 is gifted with the most comfortable and easy to use controlers of any other game system on the market the 'Dual Shock 2 Controller'. there is only one major downfall to the PS2; multiplayer functions are limited to two players unless you buy a 'Multitap'(around $35). the PS2 has games geared to all age groups, so whether you're buying your child his/her fist game system, or just want to spend some spare time playing by yourself, you can be sure you'll get a good deal out of purchasing a PS2. the bonus of Online play allows you to play online compatible games with virtually anyone in the country.
My top 5 games for PS2 are:
1)'The Simpsons: Hit and Run'
2)'Madden NFL 2004'
3)'Red Faction'
4)'Grand Theft Auto 3'
5)'Gran Turismo 3: A Spec'
the 'Nintendo Gamecube Console - Limited Edition Platinum'(GC):
While the GC does not have the greatest graphics, or the most extensive library of games, it does stand out above the others. it is able to engage in four player multiplayer games without the extra cost of a multitap. it is very small and portable, thus making those $100 5inch LCD screens actually practical in the car for this system. the games in its aresenal are mostly aimed at the younger generation, with fun characers like Mario and Metroid that we have all grown to love since the original NES. these games are fun for the entire family. because the gamecube is the fisrt sustem made by Nintendo to use a disc for a game, older titles from previous systems are not compatible with it. also the smaller discs that the GC uses make it incapable of playing DVD movies. the controler is a bit more comlicated to use than that of the PS2, but it is still much mure comfortable that that of the Xbox. intersetingly the GC is the only system that lets you connect with a handheld system: the GBA. also the 'Game Boy Player' allows you to play any game for any game boy ever on you TV!
My top 5 games for the GC are:
1)'Super Smash Bros. Melee'
2)'Metroid Prime'
3)'Star Wars: Rebel Strike - Rogue Squadron III for GameCube'
4)'Game Boy Player'
5)'The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker'
Finally, The 'Xbox With S':
Xbox. this behemoth is the most powerful when it comes to graphics and computing power. the images are clearer than you would think possible in games like 'Project Gotham Racing 2' and 'Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell'. microsoft may be new to the console industry, but games are not a problem, since Microsoft is the leading company in computer technology. with their expertise in computers they were able to adapt some of the latest in computer technologyu into a vieo game console. for instance, the Xbox has a hardrive, meanig you don't need those costly memory cards to save your progress. the hardrive also lets you play your own songs from CDs you own as the soundtracks for certain games. unfortunatly the Xbox requires a $30 remote to play DVDs. on the bright side it also has online play ('HALO'), like the PS2, only Xbox live allows you to disguise your voice. the games on the Xbox are not made for everyone. there are few, if not, no games geared towards younger gamers. and by younger gamers i mean kids younger than 10.
My top 5 games for Xbox are:
1)'HALO'
2)'Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic'
3)'NFL Fever 2004 for Microsoft Xbox'
4)'Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell'
5)'Fuzion Frenzy'
The bottome Line is: the greates system that fits just about anyone, form hardcore gamer to just a little kid, is the PS2. it has games for everyone, and a great deal of them too. next is the GC, wich also has games for everyone, but does nothave the extensiveness of the PS2 and PSX library. lastly is the Xbox, which is a good system, but is not designed for just anyione, this system is geared mainly to just older gamers (i don't mean really od, just more mature gamers) |
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