Goes both ways, Iam sure a few console owners in here are doing exactly that... trying to justify a purchase
Just saying it how it is, my friend
No need for personal attacks...
-
Hey, guest user. Hope you're enjoying NeoGAF! Have you considered registering for an account? Come join us and add your take to the daily discourse.
PS4 & XOne owners - Give your 9 month review
- Thread starter Moofers
- Start date
Goes both ways, Iam sure a few console owners in here are doing exactly that... trying to justify a purchase
Just saying it how it is, my friend
No need for personal attacks...gameoverbro
Member
I got my ps4 in launch and been playing it since. I bought xbox one as soon as PvsZ garden warfare came out. I'm not active on my xbox anymore. Maybe I'll be removing it from my living room and connect it to my kids room.
phant0m
Member
Rekt.
But for real, I am pretty happy with my PS4 and greatly enjoyed a few games (Infamous, Wolfenstein, Yakuza: Ishin import); but I'm also glad I recently chose the Wii U as my 2nd console for this gen. Just something about those first party games with local co-op that no one else does anymore....
Still playing Divinity: Original Sin on the PC though.
I got an Xbox One around January. So far the only things I've had on it are BF4, Forza, and Titanfall. I've been pretty disappointed with it so far to the point where I'm getting ready to trade it in so I can get the Destiny PS4 bundle. At this point, most of what I want to play is multiplatform, and most of my friends made the jump from 360 to PS4 this generation, so I feel like I have very few people to play with on the thing anymore.
I also am not interested in very many of their first party offerings. MCC looks nice, but I've already put hundreds of hours into each of those games, so they're not something I need to play instantly.
I do like how frequently they have updated the dashboard. It's gone from a complete mess to functional and nice since I've had it. Still have a few problems with the party system though, which considering worked pretty flawless on the 360, is a huge disappointment to me.
Right now it is basically a glorified Netflex box for me, and I'm looking forward to switching over once Destiny comes out.
I also am not interested in very many of their first party offerings. MCC looks nice, but I've already put hundreds of hours into each of those games, so they're not something I need to play instantly.
I do like how frequently they have updated the dashboard. It's gone from a complete mess to functional and nice since I've had it. Still have a few problems with the party system though, which considering worked pretty flawless on the 360, is a huge disappointment to me.
Right now it is basically a glorified Netflex box for me, and I'm looking forward to switching over once Destiny comes out.
MidEvlDed
Member
I've had fun with the PS4, but I do wish there had been more games, and more "next gen" only games on it up to this point. That being said, I knew this would not be the case when I purchased it, and it does seem to me that we are getting to the point where a lot of good looking PS4 games will be coming out.
Up until know I have played quite a few PS4 games, but only a handful of them were exclusive. I played CoD Ghosts and Battlefield 4 when the console first came out, and I thought they looked pretty good compared to what they would have looked like on PS3.
I've also played Infamous which looks amazing, but I didn't think was all that fun to play. I tried Killzone but didn't enjoy it. The rest of the games have been multiplatform/cross-gen games that I have enjoyed. Watch Dogs, Wolfenstein, MGS Ground Zeroes.
There definitely could have been more PS4 exclusives but I'm happy with the system overall and happy that we are finally getting to the point where a lot of PS4/XB1 only games will be coming out.
Up until know I have played quite a few PS4 games, but only a handful of them were exclusive. I played CoD Ghosts and Battlefield 4 when the console first came out, and I thought they looked pretty good compared to what they would have looked like on PS3.
I've also played Infamous which looks amazing, but I didn't think was all that fun to play. I tried Killzone but didn't enjoy it. The rest of the games have been multiplatform/cross-gen games that I have enjoyed. Watch Dogs, Wolfenstein, MGS Ground Zeroes.
There definitely could have been more PS4 exclusives but I'm happy with the system overall and happy that we are finally getting to the point where a lot of PS4/XB1 only games will be coming out.
flyinpiranha
Member
Forgot to 'rate' the PS4. I'd give it a solid 8. I am saddened by wheel support but I know good stuff is down the road.
bananafactory
Banned
Goes both ways, Iam sure a few console owners in here are doing exactly that... trying to justify a purchase
Just telling it how it is my friend
Buying a console at launch only to play exclusives is a surefire way to be disappointed.
It takes time to pump out content, most normal people buy a system because they just want to play games on it.
I have a powerful gaming PC, but I prefer to play on PS which is why I bought my PS4. So sure, I can play lots of the games for it on PC but I choose not to because the PS4 has a great selection and runs all of them perfectly fine.
Anyone could have looked at the confirmed list of exclusives for either next gen system at launch and accurately predicted that there would soon be a 1-inch layer of dust if that's all they plan to play.
NoMoChokeSJ
Banned
Bought my XB1 at launch, so most of my games have been on it.
UI - I mostly like it, even though it can be a bit convoluted. I can now see the value in the app-centric way that they designed the UI for faster updates.
Voice Controls - I've had very few problems with voice controls and have found them to come in handy at times. Nice to control the console with voice when you are handling raw chicken or something messy. Plus it allows my 5 year old to pause and play movies easily.
Games - Most of my games have been on my XB1. Mostly because I bought it first and it is hooked up to my main TV. I don't have very many complaints. Ryse was good, Dead Rising was good, Loved Wolfenstein, still playing through AC4, Titanfall is fun, Marvel Super heroes is good for my kid, and I already have a backlog.
Dislikes - I don't like the way they set the store up. Its too hard to find new media on upcoming games without having to search. You don't know what is out there unless you specifically look for it or it is being "featured".
Overall it has been my go to console, but a lot of that revolves around it's location in my media center and my adoration for the controller.
As for my PS4. I actually traded in my PS3 towards it with the plan of using it in the play room.
UI - I really that it is fast, but dislike UI as a whole. I am looking forward to them implementing folders to help clean it up.
Controller - it is definitely a step up from the PS3. I do hope that they will eventually allow us to turn off the led in the controller. Sometimes I find it a bit distracting in a dark room. Not the end of the world, but it would be a nice option. My only other complaint is that lengthy gaming sessions make my hands hurt for some reason.
Games - Games have been good so far. Killzone was ok. Knack was better than I expected and a lot of fun to play with my son. We are still playing through Lego Hobbit, Skylanders, and Watch Dogs. I've had a tough time getting into Watch Dogs for some reason. Only indie games I was really interested in were resogun and Outlast.
Sidenote.... I like the size of the PS4 and the look of it, but I don't know what genius decided that it should have not rear usb ports. It irritates me that my sleek console has wires from my wireless headset, recharge cable, or skylanders port hanging off the front of it.
Overall, both have their pluses and minuses. I figure I am fortunate to be able to afford both.
UI - I mostly like it, even though it can be a bit convoluted. I can now see the value in the app-centric way that they designed the UI for faster updates.
Voice Controls - I've had very few problems with voice controls and have found them to come in handy at times. Nice to control the console with voice when you are handling raw chicken or something messy. Plus it allows my 5 year old to pause and play movies easily.
Games - Most of my games have been on my XB1. Mostly because I bought it first and it is hooked up to my main TV. I don't have very many complaints. Ryse was good, Dead Rising was good, Loved Wolfenstein, still playing through AC4, Titanfall is fun, Marvel Super heroes is good for my kid, and I already have a backlog.
Dislikes - I don't like the way they set the store up. Its too hard to find new media on upcoming games without having to search. You don't know what is out there unless you specifically look for it or it is being "featured".
Overall it has been my go to console, but a lot of that revolves around it's location in my media center and my adoration for the controller.
As for my PS4. I actually traded in my PS3 towards it with the plan of using it in the play room.
UI - I really that it is fast, but dislike UI as a whole. I am looking forward to them implementing folders to help clean it up.
Controller - it is definitely a step up from the PS3. I do hope that they will eventually allow us to turn off the led in the controller. Sometimes I find it a bit distracting in a dark room. Not the end of the world, but it would be a nice option. My only other complaint is that lengthy gaming sessions make my hands hurt for some reason.
Games - Games have been good so far. Killzone was ok. Knack was better than I expected and a lot of fun to play with my son. We are still playing through Lego Hobbit, Skylanders, and Watch Dogs. I've had a tough time getting into Watch Dogs for some reason. Only indie games I was really interested in were resogun and Outlast.
Sidenote.... I like the size of the PS4 and the look of it, but I don't know what genius decided that it should have not rear usb ports. It irritates me that my sleek console has wires from my wireless headset, recharge cable, or skylanders port hanging off the front of it.
Overall, both have their pluses and minuses. I figure I am fortunate to be able to afford both.
MaximusPayne
Member
Oh i read your original post as you've only played Titanfall out of all of the X1 titles.
This x10!
I can barely close the cabinet with this crap plugged in because it has to charge.
I think the PS4 is great and has a decent library for it's first year. I really can't complain as someone who had gotten a PS3 near launch. I actually have a backlog of PS4 games at the moment so I have no complaints for how much there is to play. The lineup of games coming looks great, both first party and third.
DualShock 4 is amazing. Absolutely love the touchpad and it feels even better than the DualShock 3. I don't think I have any complaints about the DualShock 4. I've heard the battery length isn't great but I wouldn't know as I normally always have it plugged in.
The area that the PS4 severely needs help with is with the UI/OS and it's features.
- Share needs to work properly as well as the services you can upload to. Lately it's worked fine as far as recording goes but Facebook sometimes uploads videos as Only Me when it's set to Friends. Hopefully that'll be fixed when the YouTube sharing happens.
- Automatic Saves haven't worked especially well for me or friends. A friend and I only have saves upload now when the PS4 is put into Standby rather than when the system is turned on or off in addition.
- Sometimes the PS Store doesn't load as well as other features. Normally everything works fine 90% of the time but every now and then something may get stuck. This is most likely due to how everything is integrated online but it's something that should be looked into.
- Folders, seriously. No one wants a gigantic horizontal list of games they've installed. I want folders but if anything, it'd be nice if maybe other game/service titles faded away till you scroll onto them.
- Notifications, notifications. Disable notification for when friends join other parties you're not in. Completely unnecessary. Add in notifications for when your friends come online.
Hardware and games are great but the UI/OS needs work. It's snappy but has it's issues here and there.
DualShock 4 is amazing. Absolutely love the touchpad and it feels even better than the DualShock 3. I don't think I have any complaints about the DualShock 4. I've heard the battery length isn't great but I wouldn't know as I normally always have it plugged in.
The area that the PS4 severely needs help with is with the UI/OS and it's features.
- Share needs to work properly as well as the services you can upload to. Lately it's worked fine as far as recording goes but Facebook sometimes uploads videos as Only Me when it's set to Friends. Hopefully that'll be fixed when the YouTube sharing happens.
- Automatic Saves haven't worked especially well for me or friends. A friend and I only have saves upload now when the PS4 is put into Standby rather than when the system is turned on or off in addition.
- Sometimes the PS Store doesn't load as well as other features. Normally everything works fine 90% of the time but every now and then something may get stuck. This is most likely due to how everything is integrated online but it's something that should be looked into.
- Folders, seriously. No one wants a gigantic horizontal list of games they've installed. I want folders but if anything, it'd be nice if maybe other game/service titles faded away till you scroll onto them.
- Notifications, notifications. Disable notification for when friends join other parties you're not in. Completely unnecessary. Add in notifications for when your friends come online.
Hardware and games are great but the UI/OS needs work. It's snappy but has it's issues here and there.
CorruptionDee
Member
I have had both systems since their respective Day One launches:
PS4: I love the potential of the system, and I'm looking forward to the upcoming releases, but it's been collecting dust since I beat Watch_Dogs a couple of months ago. I still occasionally use it for Netflix and will turn it on for the Silent Hills teaser, but I haven't been playing any of my PS4 games right now.
Xbox One: I love the system's current exclusives like Dead Rising 3 and Ryse. I actually bought the system because of Dead Rising 3, and was unexpectedly blown away by Ryse. Then I played it sporadically since it's hooked up to my Cable box. After beating Watch_Dogs on the PS4 and having more friends buy it, I play the system all the time. Especially Plants vs Zombies (awesome game). I've also been impressed with the updates.
Wii U: it's my Nintendo box. I periodically fire it up for Mario Kart.
Overall, I'm very happy with all the systems. I'm most impressed by the Xbox One because of the system updates and because I expected to hate it after the Mattrick fiasco. PS4 is what I expected, and all I'm waiting for is some good exclusives and some good firmware updates to hop back on board.
PS4: I love the potential of the system, and I'm looking forward to the upcoming releases, but it's been collecting dust since I beat Watch_Dogs a couple of months ago. I still occasionally use it for Netflix and will turn it on for the Silent Hills teaser, but I haven't been playing any of my PS4 games right now.
Xbox One: I love the system's current exclusives like Dead Rising 3 and Ryse. I actually bought the system because of Dead Rising 3, and was unexpectedly blown away by Ryse. Then I played it sporadically since it's hooked up to my Cable box. After beating Watch_Dogs on the PS4 and having more friends buy it, I play the system all the time. Especially Plants vs Zombies (awesome game). I've also been impressed with the updates.
Wii U: it's my Nintendo box. I periodically fire it up for Mario Kart.
Overall, I'm very happy with all the systems. I'm most impressed by the Xbox One because of the system updates and because I expected to hate it after the Mattrick fiasco. PS4 is what I expected, and all I'm waiting for is some good exclusives and some good firmware updates to hop back on board.
Glorified G
Member
In a thread asking about their console purchases 9 months ago? If you see any posts in the Steam main thread or build your own PC thread and questions why anyone wouldn't be into their platform of choice despite it having nothing to do with the thread topic feel free to copy and paste my earlier post. Including the insecure part.
I bought a WiiU less then 2 months ago. It has already been used more then my launch Ps4. There aren't many games for the PS4 right now. I pretty much just log on to flag the free PS+ content once a month.
On the bright side I know the PS4 will eventually have lots of good games. I could have waited until next year to buy one.
On the bright side I know the PS4 will eventually have lots of good games. I could have waited until next year to buy one.
Fushichou187
Member
Only have PS4 but it has been brilliant for me in terms of how much entertainment value I get out of it. Use it pretty much every day and only go back to the PS3 for movie playback as well as the huge backlog I have on it (mostly due to PS+).
I really enjoy the variety of games that I have for the system; I already have a backlog of things to play and that list grows with each month.
I'd give it a 8.5/10 based on the value I personally have gotten out it. Media features need fleshing out and I really would like to see more social connectivity options (Share Play, 'Director Mode', etc..) that don't necessitate routing through a third party like FB, Twitter, etc...
I really enjoy the variety of games that I have for the system; I already have a backlog of things to play and that list grows with each month.
I'd give it a 8.5/10 based on the value I personally have gotten out it. Media features need fleshing out and I really would like to see more social connectivity options (Share Play, 'Director Mode', etc..) that don't necessitate routing through a third party like FB, Twitter, etc...
Very happy with my X1.
This is mostly due to Microsoft basically releasing games from my favorite series/genres it seem though.
I'm a Racing/3rd person (fighter/shooter)/Open World/Fighter fan.
Just the first year is going to net me Forza 5, Dead Rising 3, Sunset Overdrive, Ryse, Killer Instinct, and Forza Horizon 2.
Can't really ask for a better 12 months if you're me, lol. The additon of DC/1886 will help the PS4 in the future for me when I rebuy the system.
Not a day goes by that the X1 isn't on. Whether it's Snap with the kids/TV and games, or just pass-through with voice control for watching TV with the wife.
Edit** We aren't reviewing PC right...as it would be hard not to be happy with it....I guess you could review recent PC releases. Mid 2013-now.
This is mostly due to Microsoft basically releasing games from my favorite series/genres it seem though.
I'm a Racing/3rd person (fighter/shooter)/Open World/Fighter fan.
Just the first year is going to net me Forza 5, Dead Rising 3, Sunset Overdrive, Ryse, Killer Instinct, and Forza Horizon 2.
Can't really ask for a better 12 months if you're me, lol. The additon of DC/1886 will help the PS4 in the future for me when I rebuy the system.
Not a day goes by that the X1 isn't on. Whether it's Snap with the kids/TV and games, or just pass-through with voice control for watching TV with the wife.
Edit** We aren't reviewing PC right...as it would be hard not to be happy with it....I guess you could review recent PC releases. Mid 2013-now.
SerTapTap
Member
Loving my PS4, even if it is partially more the hardware than the games so far.
Share button is godly. I have taken so many pictures, and shared my gameplay a lot more, even more than I have since I got the capture card for console games and since I found the big picture mode screenshot button (xbox one really needs to impliment Home + RT for screenshot or something). I have a capture card for video capture so I haven't tried saving many videos, but I have to say broadcasting from the PS4 is great, much, much less painful than setting up my stream on PC. I hate streaming, but it's quite nice on PS4.
System speed is pretty great. Almost no load times aside from 1 big one at startup of each game. Game installs are a breeze, half the time the game is ready to start by the time I've inserted the disk, grabbed my controller and sat on the couch. Updates are handled great too, it checks once you launch the game, lets you play without the update, downloads fully in the background. Auto background updates in standby.
Trophies are 95% better. One, sorta big, caveat is your most recently played game doesn't hop to the top of the list in the trophy app like it does for PS3. So if you pop in an old game you want to trophy hunt in, you have to hunt it down. Also, it could use filters for which console or even search features. My trophy list is huge. Anyway, it's much, MUCH faster than the PS3 at syncing, the rarity display for each trophy is super cool (I love data porn), NO TROPHY LAG (ugh), trophies are easily accessible in game (the tacked-on nature of ingame XMB is extremely apparent on PS3).
Controller is...mmmf so good. Love it on PC too. Perfect size, had one that creaked, sony repaired it. D pad is great, might have preferred a Vita clicky style one, but this is more than suitable. DS1-3 always hurt my hand after too long; I preferred it to Xbox dpads, but it took precision over comfort. Good weight, speaker is neat and is used well (wiimote was rarely used well outside of no more heros). I don't might the light...DS4 windows lets me strobe the light in rainbow colors while it's charging, too. That's so awesome. Love the color change in games like Towerfall, the beat in Sound Shapes. Love the touchpad, been really impressed how well games have been putting the DS4 to use. Usually something little so it's not annoying, just enough to be fun and engaging.
Vita remote play is amazing, though it has a slow startup (fine once it starts, but takes a minute or two even if the PS4 is already on). Using Wifi is great for me, because my router's range is much longer than the Wii U gamepad.
Cross buy and cross save are fantastic, and one of few things that really feel better on console than PC, as far as Vita cross buy is concerned. Cross save is a bit iffy--it's absolutely perfect in theory, but a lot of devs impliment it wrong. It should be automatic (and is in Fez, Doki Doki Universe and Hohokum) but often isn't (Sound Shapes, Pixeljunk Shooter Ultimate).
Could backups are FINALLY default and automatic. My first PS3 wouldn't have ended in tragedy if it had automatic cloud backup of all content, or even if Backup Utility didn't have limited functionality restoring to a different console. I do miss Backup Utility just for paranoia's sake, though.
Media features...I frankly do not give a damn. I understand it's a sore point for some, but literally the only media features I've used my PS4 for was watching FLCL twice and watching Netflix, and that was only because my sister was over. I do feel they should fix it up so it's got everything as good or better than PS3 so they can fully discontinue the poor dear.
Basically the system is amazing. Games are coming, and since using the system, I'm increasingly annoyed at having to play games on the PS3 (or the 360 I jsut got for shmups). I think people are too harsh to judge over the game situation and media features. As a box itself I love it. Media features are probably coming, games are definitely coming. I bought it as an "investment" and am quite satisfied.
Share button is godly. I have taken so many pictures, and shared my gameplay a lot more, even more than I have since I got the capture card for console games and since I found the big picture mode screenshot button (xbox one really needs to impliment Home + RT for screenshot or something). I have a capture card for video capture so I haven't tried saving many videos, but I have to say broadcasting from the PS4 is great, much, much less painful than setting up my stream on PC. I hate streaming, but it's quite nice on PS4.
System speed is pretty great. Almost no load times aside from 1 big one at startup of each game. Game installs are a breeze, half the time the game is ready to start by the time I've inserted the disk, grabbed my controller and sat on the couch. Updates are handled great too, it checks once you launch the game, lets you play without the update, downloads fully in the background. Auto background updates in standby.
Trophies are 95% better. One, sorta big, caveat is your most recently played game doesn't hop to the top of the list in the trophy app like it does for PS3. So if you pop in an old game you want to trophy hunt in, you have to hunt it down. Also, it could use filters for which console or even search features. My trophy list is huge. Anyway, it's much, MUCH faster than the PS3 at syncing, the rarity display for each trophy is super cool (I love data porn), NO TROPHY LAG (ugh), trophies are easily accessible in game (the tacked-on nature of ingame XMB is extremely apparent on PS3).
Controller is...mmmf so good. Love it on PC too. Perfect size, had one that creaked, sony repaired it. D pad is great, might have preferred a Vita clicky style one, but this is more than suitable. DS1-3 always hurt my hand after too long; I preferred it to Xbox dpads, but it took precision over comfort. Good weight, speaker is neat and is used well (wiimote was rarely used well outside of no more heros). I don't might the light...DS4 windows lets me strobe the light in rainbow colors while it's charging, too. That's so awesome. Love the color change in games like Towerfall, the beat in Sound Shapes. Love the touchpad, been really impressed how well games have been putting the DS4 to use. Usually something little so it's not annoying, just enough to be fun and engaging.
Vita remote play is amazing, though it has a slow startup (fine once it starts, but takes a minute or two even if the PS4 is already on). Using Wifi is great for me, because my router's range is much longer than the Wii U gamepad.
Cross buy and cross save are fantastic, and one of few things that really feel better on console than PC, as far as Vita cross buy is concerned. Cross save is a bit iffy--it's absolutely perfect in theory, but a lot of devs impliment it wrong. It should be automatic (and is in Fez, Doki Doki Universe and Hohokum) but often isn't (Sound Shapes, Pixeljunk Shooter Ultimate).
Could backups are FINALLY default and automatic. My first PS3 wouldn't have ended in tragedy if it had automatic cloud backup of all content, or even if Backup Utility didn't have limited functionality restoring to a different console. I do miss Backup Utility just for paranoia's sake, though.
Media features...I frankly do not give a damn. I understand it's a sore point for some, but literally the only media features I've used my PS4 for was watching FLCL twice and watching Netflix, and that was only because my sister was over. I do feel they should fix it up so it's got everything as good or better than PS3 so they can fully discontinue the poor dear.
Basically the system is amazing. Games are coming, and since using the system, I'm increasingly annoyed at having to play games on the PS3 (or the 360 I jsut got for shmups). I think people are too harsh to judge over the game situation and media features. As a box itself I love it. Media features are probably coming, games are definitely coming. I bought it as an "investment" and am quite satisfied.
StalkerUKCG
Banned
Honestly. Unless any of the current Exclusives thrill you to the taint just buy a PC.
PoorChoices
Member
I own all three. My Bone is VERY lonely. I've really thought about getting rid of it, but my brother got it for me as a Crimmus gift, and I wouldn't know how to explain to him that it mysteriously vanished from my entertainment center the next time he would have come over. Killer Instinct was cool for what I played of it. Maybe it'll get some more love once Sunset Overdrive comes out. That said, I predict my One will go the way of my 360 this holiday. (I gave one of my neighbors my 360 and some games one year for Crimmus for her kids for free. Call it "holiday cheer" or whatever, but it just collected dust and never got played. Now I can take solace in the fact that I am giving power to the next generation of teenagers to call each other the n-word and claim to sleep with everyone's mother.)
My Wii U has been played more recently since the E3 Treehouse event. I'm currently going through New Super Mario Brothers Wii U/Luigi Wii U while trying to collect all the coins and want to rip my goddamn hair out over the Star Road levels. WHY IS A CHILDREN'S GAME SO HARD? At the suggestion of Wii U Gaf, I picked up Zombi-U. Haven't gotten into it, but I have picked it up. I'll be picking up Mario Kart, Smash, Shovel Knight, Super Mario 3D World, and the Bayonetta compilation between now and the holidays. Still iffy on picking up Tropical Freeze because it may come to the 3DS like Returns, and that seems like the optimal platform for it.
My PS4 has gotten the most playtime since launch. That said, for the first few months, my wife only knew it as "The Netflix and Resogun Machine". The first few months of it suuuuuuuucked. (But that's somewhat to be expected with all launches.) Since then, I picked up Infamous: Second Son, which I still need to finish 100% it, but I see it as one of those games I'll always hang on to so I'm in no rush. I also picked up Watch_Dogs. The comments about the game have been said in various (and a whole hell of a lot, if I do say so my self) threads before, so I won't say them in this one, but I will agree with them. Most recently, I have picked up The Last Of Us: Remastered, and have to say that Naughty Dog did a great job with it. This, along with a few of the Playstation Plus games, have swayed me to playing my PS4 more than my other consoles. Even though I wish they'd do MP3/suspend and resume/folders/every goddamn thing they said was coming soon after launch.
My Wii U has been played more recently since the E3 Treehouse event. I'm currently going through New Super Mario Brothers Wii U/Luigi Wii U while trying to collect all the coins and want to rip my goddamn hair out over the Star Road levels. WHY IS A CHILDREN'S GAME SO HARD? At the suggestion of Wii U Gaf, I picked up Zombi-U. Haven't gotten into it, but I have picked it up. I'll be picking up Mario Kart, Smash, Shovel Knight, Super Mario 3D World, and the Bayonetta compilation between now and the holidays. Still iffy on picking up Tropical Freeze because it may come to the 3DS like Returns, and that seems like the optimal platform for it.
My PS4 has gotten the most playtime since launch. That said, for the first few months, my wife only knew it as "The Netflix and Resogun Machine". The first few months of it suuuuuuuucked. (But that's somewhat to be expected with all launches.) Since then, I picked up Infamous: Second Son, which I still need to finish 100% it, but I see it as one of those games I'll always hang on to so I'm in no rush. I also picked up Watch_Dogs. The comments about the game have been said in various (and a whole hell of a lot, if I do say so my self) threads before, so I won't say them in this one, but I will agree with them. Most recently, I have picked up The Last Of Us: Remastered, and have to say that Naughty Dog did a great job with it. This, along with a few of the Playstation Plus games, have swayed me to playing my PS4 more than my other consoles. Even though I wish they'd do MP3/suspend and resume/folders/every goddamn thing they said was coming soon after launch.
Xbox One - Dead Rising 3 is an excellent game. Had I known it was coming to PC I would have waited, most likely. Crimson Dragon is such a huge letdown. Killer Instinct is occasional goofy fun.
PS4 - Resogun and Killzone are solid but not really in the same ballpark as Dead Rising 3. Ground Zeroes is cool, but again, there's an upcoming PC port. Last of Us seems cool but it's not a game I need to revisit so soon.
Verdict: Neither system is necessary yet. OS features aren't a very big deal. I've enjoyed the Xbox One more so far due to Dead Rising 3. If I didn't have a decent PC I'd probably enjoy a lot of PS4 multiplats, but I couldn't live without a decent PC. I do really like the Xbox One controller.
PS4 - Resogun and Killzone are solid but not really in the same ballpark as Dead Rising 3. Ground Zeroes is cool, but again, there's an upcoming PC port. Last of Us seems cool but it's not a game I need to revisit so soon.
Verdict: Neither system is necessary yet. OS features aren't a very big deal. I've enjoyed the Xbox One more so far due to Dead Rising 3. If I didn't have a decent PC I'd probably enjoy a lot of PS4 multiplats, but I couldn't live without a decent PC. I do really like the Xbox One controller.
Just got a PS4 three to four weeks ago.
It's been pretty good so far!
With PS+ I love that i get the available crossbuy games I picked up on Vita and PS3 along with cross saves, not to mention the new titles put on the service to play every month. Been playing FEZ and Road Not Taken as well as working towards my platinum on The Last of Us.
The biggest bummer is no DLNA and mp3 support. It's a small thing, but it was a feature I used a lot on my PS3 as a entertainment center. Extra customization options like changing backgrounds and such would have been great too.
I have to admit that the game library isn't totally stacked with blockbusters, but it will be in the next 6 months. Super hyped. My PS4 is getting a ton of use regardless as my primary streaming and blu ray movie player.
So far it's a solid 7/10 for me at the moment. I would think by this time next year, it'll be a 8, possibly a 9 if they go above and beyond with significant updates and services.
It's been pretty good so far!
With PS+ I love that i get the available crossbuy games I picked up on Vita and PS3 along with cross saves, not to mention the new titles put on the service to play every month. Been playing FEZ and Road Not Taken as well as working towards my platinum on The Last of Us.
The biggest bummer is no DLNA and mp3 support. It's a small thing, but it was a feature I used a lot on my PS3 as a entertainment center. Extra customization options like changing backgrounds and such would have been great too.
I have to admit that the game library isn't totally stacked with blockbusters, but it will be in the next 6 months. Super hyped. My PS4 is getting a ton of use regardless as my primary streaming and blu ray movie player.
So far it's a solid 7/10 for me at the moment. I would think by this time next year, it'll be a 8, possibly a 9 if they go above and beyond with significant updates and services.
PSYGN
Member
PS4:
More indie games than I needed (although a few that I'm very curious about), less AAA titles than I wanted by now, but the next few months will bring a lot of AAA titles so I'm happy about that.
PS4 hardware is mostly great, the controller thumb grip tends to wear out after heavy use, though. PS4 firmware features are lacking. UI is a bit of a mess in parts, and it generally takes too many steps to interact with other players through the PS4 UI.
Overall 6/10 or 7/10 for me. I think come around this time next year it'll be around a 9/10 for me.
More indie games than I needed (although a few that I'm very curious about), less AAA titles than I wanted by now, but the next few months will bring a lot of AAA titles so I'm happy about that.
PS4 hardware is mostly great, the controller thumb grip tends to wear out after heavy use, though. PS4 firmware features are lacking. UI is a bit of a mess in parts, and it generally takes too many steps to interact with other players through the PS4 UI.
Overall 6/10 or 7/10 for me. I think come around this time next year it'll be around a 9/10 for me.
I walked into an EB games shortly after launch looking to buy a playstation 4, but they were all sold out. Wound up buying an Xbox One instead with Dead Rising 3, Ryse, NBA 2k14, and I got Killer Instinct as a digital title and eventually got CoD: Ghosts as a $5 game from some site that I still haven't taken out of the shrink wrap. I've also bought the DR3 Super Ultra DLC. I also bought MGS: GZ for the Xbox One.
About a month later, I randomly found a PS4 in stock at a random gamestop and snatched it up, even though I was on the waiting list at my other. I have Infamous: TSS, MGS: GZ, strider, resogun, War Thunder, and TLOUR.
Bit of a background - I have a killer PC and do most of my gaming on PC.
First, the best "next-gen" game I've played on either console is probably Killer Instinct, I keep returning to it and it's a lot of fun. Beyond that, Super Ultra DR3 has probably been my favorite thing I've bought, and I really liked Infamous: TSS, and I love TLOUR although I had already played TLOU. I was supremely disappointed by Ryse, had no qualms with NBA 2k14. I like Resogun. Strider and war thunder I have on PC as well, and generally play them there.
I like the PS4 UI better than the Xbox One UI, which I think is awful, but I like BPM way better than either. All in all? I'm not thrilled with either console, nor do I play them all that much. By contrast, I've bought and played tons of PC games. But I'm not disappointed either, I expected a post-launch lull and I expect each system to ultimately have a library worth owning. I came in expecting to get more use out of my PC.
This immediate year, I have Sunset Overdrive on my radar, and that's about it. I will get MGSV: TPP on PC.
Not much else to say. Oh, I refuse to pay for online on either system. So single player only, for me.
EDIT: Oh yeah, I also have crimson dragon. I wanted Panzer Dragoon. It is not Panzer Dragoon.
About a month later, I randomly found a PS4 in stock at a random gamestop and snatched it up, even though I was on the waiting list at my other. I have Infamous: TSS, MGS: GZ, strider, resogun, War Thunder, and TLOUR.
Bit of a background - I have a killer PC and do most of my gaming on PC.
First, the best "next-gen" game I've played on either console is probably Killer Instinct, I keep returning to it and it's a lot of fun. Beyond that, Super Ultra DR3 has probably been my favorite thing I've bought, and I really liked Infamous: TSS, and I love TLOUR although I had already played TLOU. I was supremely disappointed by Ryse, had no qualms with NBA 2k14. I like Resogun. Strider and war thunder I have on PC as well, and generally play them there.
I like the PS4 UI better than the Xbox One UI, which I think is awful, but I like BPM way better than either. All in all? I'm not thrilled with either console, nor do I play them all that much. By contrast, I've bought and played tons of PC games. But I'm not disappointed either, I expected a post-launch lull and I expect each system to ultimately have a library worth owning. I came in expecting to get more use out of my PC.
This immediate year, I have Sunset Overdrive on my radar, and that's about it. I will get MGSV: TPP on PC.
Not much else to say. Oh, I refuse to pay for online on either system. So single player only, for me.
EDIT: Oh yeah, I also have crimson dragon. I wanted Panzer Dragoon. It is not Panzer Dragoon.
MrBenchmark
Member
I'll start off with Wii U
Purchased at launch I enjoy the system I use the gamepad a lot. Off TV play has made access to the system even with the whole family home easy. The game selection is well Nintendo which is fine with me. Newer system updates have been nice still need folders.
If you love Nintendo games you can't pass it up. I’ve played many Wii games I missed on it as well. I think it needs to ship with the bigger gamepad battery and a pro controller and Wii remote nun chuck combo with pack in game standard for $250 that's super appealing.
I give it a solid c+
Now PS4 also bought at launch. I like the system design a lot with a few exceptions.
The plug ins on the back are bad poorly hidden and awkward to plug into.
The controller is very nice almost perfect minus two things. The crappy rubber on the sticks covers required, and the battery life. But other than that the feel of the rest is spot on. Now the system. Fast sleek quiet with a few gripes. One is the game menu no way to organize it horrible. The PlayStation store, I have plus so what's with all the plus ads! Games, I'm not huge into most indie games but some of them are good yeah that's you resogun other games are ok but we all know the good stuff takes time so I won't mention more than that.
I give it B-
Now Xbox one also bought at launch.
The system itself sure it’s larger BUT its layout is perfect for piece of home theater equipment, its super quiet! I run my media center pc with my tuners through it so it’s always on and I love this feature. Games I love racing so forza 5 at launch scratched that itch. Love titan fall and dead rising. I'm in the beta as I have been since way back I was an og live tester. System however still needs work but it progressing and game resuming actually works here! The controller well I like the overall layout battery life is amazing but overall construction concerns me a little have already had my day one controller replaced.
I give it also a B-
Now you say why the same well for different reasons
PS4 because their OS while fast is still a hot mess and I cannot get over those Ps store ads.
Xbox One because while beta has improved stuff some things are getting broken, yeah you one guide!
Now I didn't cover things like watching Blu-ray because I don't use it I use my Oppo.
Anyways that my brief take so far.
Purchased at launch I enjoy the system I use the gamepad a lot. Off TV play has made access to the system even with the whole family home easy. The game selection is well Nintendo which is fine with me. Newer system updates have been nice still need folders.
If you love Nintendo games you can't pass it up. I’ve played many Wii games I missed on it as well. I think it needs to ship with the bigger gamepad battery and a pro controller and Wii remote nun chuck combo with pack in game standard for $250 that's super appealing.
I give it a solid c+
Now PS4 also bought at launch. I like the system design a lot with a few exceptions.
The plug ins on the back are bad poorly hidden and awkward to plug into.
The controller is very nice almost perfect minus two things. The crappy rubber on the sticks covers required, and the battery life. But other than that the feel of the rest is spot on. Now the system. Fast sleek quiet with a few gripes. One is the game menu no way to organize it horrible. The PlayStation store, I have plus so what's with all the plus ads! Games, I'm not huge into most indie games but some of them are good yeah that's you resogun other games are ok but we all know the good stuff takes time so I won't mention more than that.
I give it B-
Now Xbox one also bought at launch.
The system itself sure it’s larger BUT its layout is perfect for piece of home theater equipment, its super quiet! I run my media center pc with my tuners through it so it’s always on and I love this feature. Games I love racing so forza 5 at launch scratched that itch. Love titan fall and dead rising. I'm in the beta as I have been since way back I was an og live tester. System however still needs work but it progressing and game resuming actually works here! The controller well I like the overall layout battery life is amazing but overall construction concerns me a little have already had my day one controller replaced.
I give it also a B-
Now you say why the same well for different reasons
PS4 because their OS while fast is still a hot mess and I cannot get over those Ps store ads.
Xbox One because while beta has improved stuff some things are getting broken, yeah you one guide!
Now I didn't cover things like watching Blu-ray because I don't use it I use my Oppo.
Anyways that my brief take so far.
Sure. First year drought is as expected. In fact I was surprised to see Infamous come out when it did. The indie games have also filled in the gap nicely. This fall is a great start and next year is going to be insane, possibly one of the best years of gaming ever.
1080p has broken me. I can't go back to 720p. My eyes are ruined forever lol. The smooth os is also welcome compared to PS3 despite the missing features.
All in all a good first year so far compared to previous.
1080p has broken me. I can't go back to 720p. My eyes are ruined forever lol. The smooth os is also welcome compared to PS3 despite the missing features.
All in all a good first year so far compared to previous.
Ol No Bones
Banned
They both get little play right now. The Xbox is very useful for TV and the occasional Titanfall match. The PS4 gets no use though It had some play with Infamous not too long ago. So far I'm happier with the XB1 because of titanfall and Kinect voice commands. Looking forward to a few Xbox franchises mostly Halo and Phantom dust and I'm even starting to get an itch for Gears. Really looking forward to Uncharted and not too much else yet on PS4.
How did you download and play KI without going online with it?
With any normal game I wouldn't even bother asking, but you literally have to be online to get it/play it initially.
publicpwnerer
Member
As a PS4 owner I'm pretty disappointed.
1. The Dualshock 4 is fantastic, comfort wise, but my bundled controller as well as the second one I purchased have squeaky triggers. Now when I squeaky, I don't just mean the sound. They have a grindy / ugly feel to when I was initially using them...which was silky smooth.
2. Operation system features are a disgrace. No speed control / pausing downloads. No media support, awful UI.
I don't think really care about the lack of games at the moment, because I was fully aware of the drought going in.
1. The Dualshock 4 is fantastic, comfort wise, but my bundled controller as well as the second one I purchased have squeaky triggers. Now when I squeaky, I don't just mean the sound. They have a grindy / ugly feel to when I was initially using them...which was silky smooth.
2. Operation system features are a disgrace. No speed control / pausing downloads. No media support, awful UI.
I don't think really care about the lack of games at the moment, because I was fully aware of the drought going in.
iamvin22
Industry Verified
these types of post should be bannable as it doesn't provide anything to the OP.
Why are you trying to interact with your gaming system while handling raw chicken though
bananafactory
Banned
You can't even use the Xbox One without going online initially, can you? I thought it requires a patch to install before you can actually use it.
Eh, I've played my PS4 a decent bit, but it's mostly been subsidiary to my Vita. Honestly, even now more games are coming to my vita than my PS4 that I'm going to buy.
August 19th for example:
Diablo 3 UEE
Minecraft
Sword art Online: Hollow Fragment
I'm buying all 3, but it's up in the air whether Diablo 3 or SAO will take more of my time, though I'm in for minecraft on both systems. Then there's Daganronpa 2 before Destiny. I can see the tide changing in the PS4's favor around october-november.
August 19th for example:
Diablo 3 UEE
Minecraft
Sword art Online: Hollow Fragment
I'm buying all 3, but it's up in the air whether Diablo 3 or SAO will take more of my time, though I'm in for minecraft on both systems. Then there's Daganronpa 2 before Destiny. I can see the tide changing in the PS4's favor around october-november.
barneystuta83
Member
I bought an Xbox One at launch and do not regret it one bit.
I had a 10% off voucher code on my pre-order which made it £387 instead of £430. When they announced I'd get Fifa for free too, I was delighted.
I'll be honest, had it not been for my free Fifa and 10% off, I would have cancelled my pre-order and waited until the price had dropped or the system's future had been fully fleshed out.
I am glad I didn't.
Despite being a launch console, we have seen some solid games. While the early ones were impacted by the 'cross gen' feels, I did still enjoy the fact I had a shiny new console to enjoy some great games on.
Some quick reasons why I have enjoyed the last 9 months:
- The Games -
From Forza to Fifa, from Peggle to Titanfall. I have played a ton of Xbox One games since launch, largely because I have a rental subscription, meaning I could rent games and beat them. I really felt 'Next gen' when I played Ryse, it looked breathtaking.
1080parity may not be there with all games when compare with the PS4, which is disappointing. Over time, I'd like to see the gap close, unlikely all the way though.
- Digital -
I barely touched digital games on my 360, only really from the XBLA. For the Xbox One though, I have only bought two retail games. Zoo Tycoon ( a present for my girlfriend) and Ghosts (because I knew I would trade it in before Titanfall came out).
Digital gaming is fantastic for me, the ability to switch and snap between games is brilliant. It just makes everything so much better. I know some people prefer having a box or ability to trade though, which doesn't bother me too much.
- The Preview Program -
The system was very bare bones at launch. Was it rushed to market? You could say so, yes.
I suspect MS and Xbox are very 'agile' in their development as opposed to 'waterfall'. It is about getting a product which worked out the door and then build on it. The preview program is great and each month you can feel the Xbox getting better with each iteration. With proper full DNLA support on it's way, including the ability to play things like .gif's and .mkv's, it is slowly becoming a great 'entertainment centre' and not just for games.
- The Future -
In the next few months, I will get to enjoy exclusives like Sunset Overdrive, Forza Horizon 2, and Halo the MCC. Then there is Destiny and a new Call of Duty, which looks very interesting.
Beyond that I am most looking forward to Quantumn Break, another exclusive game. Who doesn't love Remedy? It looks great!
===
I don't bother too much with Sales numbers and NPD's. I get the PS4 is selling exceptionally well, and full props to Sony for that. They got their message, price, and hardware right. They are the cheaper 'better' console on paper.
Ultimately though, it is down to games, and for everyone who is fortunate enough to have both consoles, I am sure there are many who are playing their Xbox just as much as their PS4.
It has been a great year for gaming and long may it continue.
I had a 10% off voucher code on my pre-order which made it £387 instead of £430. When they announced I'd get Fifa for free too, I was delighted.
I'll be honest, had it not been for my free Fifa and 10% off, I would have cancelled my pre-order and waited until the price had dropped or the system's future had been fully fleshed out.
I am glad I didn't.
Despite being a launch console, we have seen some solid games. While the early ones were impacted by the 'cross gen' feels, I did still enjoy the fact I had a shiny new console to enjoy some great games on.
Some quick reasons why I have enjoyed the last 9 months:
- The Games -
From Forza to Fifa, from Peggle to Titanfall. I have played a ton of Xbox One games since launch, largely because I have a rental subscription, meaning I could rent games and beat them. I really felt 'Next gen' when I played Ryse, it looked breathtaking.
1080parity may not be there with all games when compare with the PS4, which is disappointing. Over time, I'd like to see the gap close, unlikely all the way though.
- Digital -
I barely touched digital games on my 360, only really from the XBLA. For the Xbox One though, I have only bought two retail games. Zoo Tycoon ( a present for my girlfriend) and Ghosts (because I knew I would trade it in before Titanfall came out).
Digital gaming is fantastic for me, the ability to switch and snap between games is brilliant. It just makes everything so much better. I know some people prefer having a box or ability to trade though, which doesn't bother me too much.
- The Preview Program -
The system was very bare bones at launch. Was it rushed to market? You could say so, yes.
I suspect MS and Xbox are very 'agile' in their development as opposed to 'waterfall'. It is about getting a product which worked out the door and then build on it. The preview program is great and each month you can feel the Xbox getting better with each iteration. With proper full DNLA support on it's way, including the ability to play things like .gif's and .mkv's, it is slowly becoming a great 'entertainment centre' and not just for games.
- The Future -
In the next few months, I will get to enjoy exclusives like Sunset Overdrive, Forza Horizon 2, and Halo the MCC. Then there is Destiny and a new Call of Duty, which looks very interesting.
Beyond that I am most looking forward to Quantumn Break, another exclusive game. Who doesn't love Remedy? It looks great!
===
I don't bother too much with Sales numbers and NPD's. I get the PS4 is selling exceptionally well, and full props to Sony for that. They got their message, price, and hardware right. They are the cheaper 'better' console on paper.
Ultimately though, it is down to games, and for everyone who is fortunate enough to have both consoles, I am sure there are many who are playing their Xbox just as much as their PS4.
It has been a great year for gaming and long may it continue.
Appollowexx
Member
OK so I picked up a PS4 launch night with Killzone: Shadow Fall, Knack, COD: Ghosts and Battlefield. A month later I picked up NFS Rivals second hand for cheap.
I had PS Plus so Resogun was a free day 1 download.
The initial games lasted me a good few months. I really enjoyed the old school feel of Knack and loved the co-op mode. So I spent a good deal of time with that game and Platinumed it. Killzone and Call of Duty quickly gathered dust. Resogun I still play regularly to this day and picked up the DLC day 1. May be one of the most addictive games I've played in the past decade.
Battlefield 4 had issues but I play it quite often to this day. A very enjoyable multiplayer experience.
Between January and June I played some great games. Outlast (free) was amazing and very scary. Don't Starve (free) quirky and entertaining for a while but nothing special.
Infamous SS and Tomb Raider DE were both fantastic and I platinumed both games.
MGS V Ground Zeroes was very short yet I really enjoyed my time with it and need to go back to complete some side missions still.
Watch Dogs was OK. Nothing special but a decent length and fun enough going through once.
Wolfenstein was one of the best single player FPS experiences this side of Halo / HL2.
Strider (free) I absolutely loved. Still need to finish it off, but it's a great platformer with cool satisfying action and a stylish art style.
Finally The Last of Us - still playing this. Completed the game on PS3 but it's worth every penny to play it again at 1080p and 60fps.
So now after E3 / Gamescom with a ton of new games on the horizon. Lots of free content via PS Plus and a packed out October / November yeah I'm pretty happy with my PS4. There were one or two slow months but that comes with every launch window.
Anyone on the fence about buying a PS4, I'd say jump - the water's fine!
I had PS Plus so Resogun was a free day 1 download.
The initial games lasted me a good few months. I really enjoyed the old school feel of Knack and loved the co-op mode. So I spent a good deal of time with that game and Platinumed it. Killzone and Call of Duty quickly gathered dust. Resogun I still play regularly to this day and picked up the DLC day 1. May be one of the most addictive games I've played in the past decade.
Battlefield 4 had issues but I play it quite often to this day. A very enjoyable multiplayer experience.
Between January and June I played some great games. Outlast (free) was amazing and very scary. Don't Starve (free) quirky and entertaining for a while but nothing special.
Infamous SS and Tomb Raider DE were both fantastic and I platinumed both games.
MGS V Ground Zeroes was very short yet I really enjoyed my time with it and need to go back to complete some side missions still.
Watch Dogs was OK. Nothing special but a decent length and fun enough going through once.
Wolfenstein was one of the best single player FPS experiences this side of Halo / HL2.
Strider (free) I absolutely loved. Still need to finish it off, but it's a great platformer with cool satisfying action and a stylish art style.
Finally The Last of Us - still playing this. Completed the game on PS3 but it's worth every penny to play it again at 1080p and 60fps.
So now after E3 / Gamescom with a ton of new games on the horizon. Lots of free content via PS Plus and a packed out October / November yeah I'm pretty happy with my PS4. There were one or two slow months but that comes with every launch window.
Anyone on the fence about buying a PS4, I'd say jump - the water's fine!
Final Verdict
Member
For me, the X1 had a shaky start, but is finally starting to fill out.
At the start I mainly played AC4 with a little bit of Forza 5, and I also tried Halo Spartain Assault, but it wasn't exactly all that fun.
After the first month or so I didn't play it much until PvZ: GW and Titanfall came out. Both were really fun, but only kept me occupied for a couple months, I recently picked up Tomb Raider, and am loving it, but my best experience on the console so far has been the Destiny Beta by far!!
So in short, there have been a lot of decent games on the X1, but still waiting for the killer app (MCC)!
As far as system updates goes, it has been great, I have absolutely no complaints other that digital preordering which is arriving soon. The UI is incredibly intuitive in my opinion, and the Store is top notch!! Love how they let you watch uploaded clips and livestreams for games in the store. It really helps me decide if I will like a game or not.
Overall, 7.5/10
Great system with good games, just needs a killer app!
At the start I mainly played AC4 with a little bit of Forza 5, and I also tried Halo Spartain Assault, but it wasn't exactly all that fun.
After the first month or so I didn't play it much until PvZ: GW and Titanfall came out. Both were really fun, but only kept me occupied for a couple months, I recently picked up Tomb Raider, and am loving it, but my best experience on the console so far has been the Destiny Beta by far!!
So in short, there have been a lot of decent games on the X1, but still waiting for the killer app (MCC)!
As far as system updates goes, it has been great, I have absolutely no complaints other that digital preordering which is arriving soon. The UI is incredibly intuitive in my opinion, and the Store is top notch!! Love how they let you watch uploaded clips and livestreams for games in the store. It really helps me decide if I will like a game or not.
Overall, 7.5/10
Great system with good games, just needs a killer app!
RedHotChimiChanga
Banned
I've been playing my PS4 at least every week. Been every day for the last few months.
Rogue_Ledr
Banned
As an owner of both:
Sony PS4: B-
They've done a decent job with game support and features, but it is still lacking.
Microsoft Xbox One: C+
Same as Sony, but not even as good.
Sony PS4: B-
They've done a decent job with game support and features, but it is still lacking.
Microsoft Xbox One: C+
Same as Sony, but not even as good.
StalkerUKCG
Banned
Sorry let me rephrase.
If your looking to buy one give it a year. 6 months tops.
The Xbox one has a few Exclusives right now and the combination of those don't deserve a console purchase. It's been relegated to a Netflix box for me.
The ps4 has similar in regards to good exclusive titles and while it's cheaper and more powerful those titles also don't deserve a console purchase.
Neither system has a killer app and unless Halo is super important to you neither will by the time the year ends.
The order has potential to be the ps4 must buy game and for Xbox it's likely something like Halo 5 or a yet unknown title.
If you want nice graphics and a wide variety of games go with PC because it's the best place for those right now.
If PC isn't your cup of tea wait it out. If you are super in demand for a next gen unit I'd say the Xbox has more to offer this year. The ps4 will outshine it in terms of graphics mind so if that's your boat floater go with that.
0ptimusPayne
Member
X1 Pros: 0ptimusPayn3
-Suspend/resume
-Xbox fitness
-TitanFall has been a blast to play still
-monthly updates
-Actual Gold benefits (Fucking finally)
-Good controller
-Multimedia function( ESPN Sportscenter live).
-Twitch app
Cons
-Weaker hardware keeps me from buying any Multiplats on it
-Exclusives so far have been ok, not great
-The UI is still very slow and unresponsive( App system sucks).
-Constantly having to dump the cache to get games to launch
-Wish the UI was more simple like the 360
Overall B-( So far, because of the lack of exclusives out and weak 3rd party games)
PS4 Pros: XxOptimusPayn3xX
-Large variety of games to play( Indie, AAA, PS+ offerings, etc).
-1080p/60 games take advantage of my Tv resolution 1:1
-Better hardware= better multiplats
-The UI is crazy fast
-The DS4 is the best controller now(Touchpad, speaker, Mic in, triggers, Previously it was the 360 controller.
-PS store is responsive and supports preloading
Cons
-DS4 battery life not great
-No suspend/resume
-PSN servers are still trash sometimes when alot of people are on it.
-NO pausing Downloads
-The UI is very fast, but it still isnt a functional as the 360 UI
-playroom app is meh
-Streaming quality could be better
Overall B+ so far (UI needs work, but It functions as a GAMING MACHINE is what I like).
-Suspend/resume
-Xbox fitness
-TitanFall has been a blast to play still
-monthly updates
-Actual Gold benefits (Fucking finally)
-Good controller
-Multimedia function( ESPN Sportscenter live).
-Twitch app
Cons
-Weaker hardware keeps me from buying any Multiplats on it
-Exclusives so far have been ok, not great
-The UI is still very slow and unresponsive( App system sucks).
-Constantly having to dump the cache to get games to launch
-Wish the UI was more simple like the 360
Overall B-( So far, because of the lack of exclusives out and weak 3rd party games)
PS4 Pros: XxOptimusPayn3xX
-Large variety of games to play( Indie, AAA, PS+ offerings, etc).
-1080p/60 games take advantage of my Tv resolution 1:1
-Better hardware= better multiplats
-The UI is crazy fast
-The DS4 is the best controller now(Touchpad, speaker, Mic in, triggers, Previously it was the 360 controller.
-PS store is responsive and supports preloading
Cons
-DS4 battery life not great
-No suspend/resume
-PSN servers are still trash sometimes when alot of people are on it.
-NO pausing Downloads
-The UI is very fast, but it still isnt a functional as the 360 UI
-playroom app is meh
-Streaming quality could be better
Overall B+ so far (UI needs work, but It functions as a GAMING MACHINE is what I like).
The systems right now are meh, that is my overall score, meh. Some good quality games, but still on the whole collects dust, specially since the non gaming features are terrible compared to the 360/PS3. Right now, imo, the Wii U is the only system worth the price point when games are taken into account. My 3DS, PC, and PS3 though has seen much more play time and satisfaction. So meh; if there are a couple games you want? Sure buy the system, but do I think people are missing out on anything major, right now, if they dont buy a new PS4/One? Nope.
I picked up both consoles at launch. I played primarily 360 last gen, so I leaned towards it for multiplatform games and my friends on Live vs PS4 having some higher frame rates or resolutions.
I have seen some friends jump ship to PS4, so then the Live friends advantage has diminished and the PS4 looks a little better.
My kinect quit last month, I have not called it in for repair but that just about signifies the XB1 launch this year does it not? I actually like the kinect, and have used it all the time. I never used the 360 kinect. Now that I don't have it, I don't even know how to record games as I used to say "xbox record that". It was easy and I liked it. I wonder if my console will die too after the 360 debacle and my kinect failing I look at it wondering if deep down inside it is just waiting to fail, failing to the MS hardware launch disease.
MS has done great with very frequent updates while my PS4 share button didn't even seem to work. It's like Sony took my money and took the global lead and decided they didn't need to be aggressive in keeping it updated with items promised at launch. Almost makes me feel like the stuck up Sony from PS3 launch era. I have not had any must have games for the PS4 except for MLB14 which I think is a good game. Now I am worried this time next year they will turn off their servers like they are doing with MLB13. However I have barely played my PS4 and wish it had more games.
I feel MS is doing many things right but they screwed up already with hardware specs and including kinect. I also think many things they had planned originally would have been good but had to reverse to try not to lose as many customers, but the PR DRM damage was done.
To summarize I like both systems, but do not need both. I think Sony needs to step up with more 1st party games, more indie games, and more updates. Also I think their GUI sucks. MS still has inferior hardware but I can't tell different in resolutions that much. when its 900 vs 1080. I would be happy with one or the other as most games I have liked are on both systems.
I have seen some friends jump ship to PS4, so then the Live friends advantage has diminished and the PS4 looks a little better.
My kinect quit last month, I have not called it in for repair but that just about signifies the XB1 launch this year does it not? I actually like the kinect, and have used it all the time. I never used the 360 kinect. Now that I don't have it, I don't even know how to record games as I used to say "xbox record that". It was easy and I liked it. I wonder if my console will die too after the 360 debacle and my kinect failing I look at it wondering if deep down inside it is just waiting to fail, failing to the MS hardware launch disease.
MS has done great with very frequent updates while my PS4 share button didn't even seem to work. It's like Sony took my money and took the global lead and decided they didn't need to be aggressive in keeping it updated with items promised at launch. Almost makes me feel like the stuck up Sony from PS3 launch era. I have not had any must have games for the PS4 except for MLB14 which I think is a good game. Now I am worried this time next year they will turn off their servers like they are doing with MLB13. However I have barely played my PS4 and wish it had more games.
I feel MS is doing many things right but they screwed up already with hardware specs and including kinect. I also think many things they had planned originally would have been good but had to reverse to try not to lose as many customers, but the PR DRM damage was done.
To summarize I like both systems, but do not need both. I think Sony needs to step up with more 1st party games, more indie games, and more updates. Also I think their GUI sucks. MS still has inferior hardware but I can't tell different in resolutions that much. when its 900 vs 1080. I would be happy with one or the other as most games I have liked are on both systems.
The only reason to ask this question is if one is being snarky or purposefully ignoring that other people don't just sit and play games with their systems.
He could be doing a ton of things with it whether it's snapping a recipe, setting up something for his kid (in his very post), doing a search online, surfing the web, watching a show...heck surfing the internet while his kid watches a snapped show.....and on and on. Why can't his kid be playing Lego Marvel while he snaps a search for something he needs?
He'd never have to stop what he was doing.
You can do it all with your voice while doing other things. It's a gaming system that also has some great perks for a lot of people.
Reallink
Member
Both of my controllers are broke with careful, fairly limited use. Cosmetically, they look brand new and virtually unused, but Xbone left analog stick hangs as you rotate it with this rough feeling in spots. DS4 L1 and X buttons get stuck on press and right analog stick won't register a full tilt to the right.
UpDownLeftRight
Banned
Hardware: This is where it shines. First off the value for money in the hardware you get feels pretty damn good. The system pushes decent graphics at smooth frames while we are mostly being treated to cross-gen games, so I look forward to seeing what else it can do in the future. The controller is solid other than a few stories of stick wear which I haven't suffered myself and the console itself runs relatively cool and quiet. 9.5/10
Software: I haven't actually had a must have game for the system yet so its falling short for now. However the coming games are looking fantastic and with reveals of future games like No Man's Sky and Wild coming our way, I'd be tempted to give this a 10 out of 10 in the future if they live up to my expectations. However for now, there's a robust selection of games from various categories, some of which are fantastic experiences, so for now I'll give a 7/10
OS: worst category so far easily. The OS has a whole bunch of cool features and is a clear step up from the PS3 but it feels like a swing and a miss for now until we get firmware 2.0. It's great being able to share, browse the net and whatnot all at the click of a button or two but the lack of organization and frequent bugs hold this back a severe amount. Add to this my regular inability to sign into PSN whilst having an active connection to the net detected and even being able to use the browser, yet still not sign in, is a massive pain in the ass and brings this down badly. 2.0 can't come soon enough. 5/10
Conclusion: PS4 has a whole bunch of cool features, a decent selection of games and it's all for the right price. But it also feels like it has yet to really hit it's stride, and that it may not until it's almost a third of the way into its lifespan. Yet it seems that when it does, it's gonna be one hell of a ride. 7/10 for now, but I can see that growing a lot in the next 12 months or so.
Software: I haven't actually had a must have game for the system yet so its falling short for now. However the coming games are looking fantastic and with reveals of future games like No Man's Sky and Wild coming our way, I'd be tempted to give this a 10 out of 10 in the future if they live up to my expectations. However for now, there's a robust selection of games from various categories, some of which are fantastic experiences, so for now I'll give a 7/10
OS: worst category so far easily. The OS has a whole bunch of cool features and is a clear step up from the PS3 but it feels like a swing and a miss for now until we get firmware 2.0. It's great being able to share, browse the net and whatnot all at the click of a button or two but the lack of organization and frequent bugs hold this back a severe amount. Add to this my regular inability to sign into PSN whilst having an active connection to the net detected and even being able to use the browser, yet still not sign in, is a massive pain in the ass and brings this down badly. 2.0 can't come soon enough. 5/10
Conclusion: PS4 has a whole bunch of cool features, a decent selection of games and it's all for the right price. But it also feels like it has yet to really hit it's stride, and that it may not until it's almost a third of the way into its lifespan. Yet it seems that when it does, it's gonna be one hell of a ride. 7/10 for now, but I can see that growing a lot in the next 12 months or so.
Overall, I'm still using both, back and forth, pretty much on a daily basis. My Xbox One certainly sees more media usage, if only for the YouTube and Twitch apps alone, but I still can't stand the Metro Netflix interface. If I want Netflix, I switch to PS4.
Really enjoying having both to just swap back and forth with on my receiver, plenty of games to enjoy thanks to standard purchases, PS+, and GWG. I just wish the DualShock 4's battery lasted longer. Have to put it on the charger every night, or it's generally dead the next day.
Really enjoying having both to just swap back and forth with on my receiver, plenty of games to enjoy thanks to standard purchases, PS+, and GWG. I just wish the DualShock 4's battery lasted longer. Have to put it on the charger every night, or it's generally dead the next day.
GeneralArrow
Neo Member
The lack of games, and different IP is killing the enthusiasm of the xbox one for me. Quantum Break and Sunset Over Drive are about the only things I'm looking forward(well I guess there's Forza Horizon 2 to and the Halo MCC is more of a value thing than anything else. Kind of regretting my Xbox One Purchase right now. What is Microsoft thinking not showing us footage from Halo 5? PS4 has Bloodborne, 1886 and Uncharted on the way as well as a dozen other revealed titles. The interface works great though except for Kinect which has trouble if more than one person is in the room. I am really looking forward to Quantum Break...but it kind of looks like any other 3rd person shooter from what I have seen. The Xbox One sure as heck won't be my only current gen gaming system for long.
I have pretty much every PS4 and X1 game. I've put a lot of time into both.
Xbox One - Playing this more and more as time goes on. I've had both systems since launch and "convinced" myself that PS4 was better despite preferring the Xbox since the OG Xbox days. I'm starting to move back to the Xbox side thanks in part to the additional media features and updating that MS is doing on the console. I use the hell out of Snap, and the box itself gets daily use via my cable box. The exclusives appeal to me more than the PS4 at the moment and when MCC collection hits I can see my PS4 not getting much run outside of the Madden GAF league. Kinect makes moving around the UI easy and with my all digital library it's nice to just day what game I want to play or Snap.
PS4- I started out strong with the system. Got every launch title and then some for awhile leaving my X1 gathering dust. Some where along the road the allure began to fade for me. Really dont know what it is to be honest. I have never been a fan of the Dual Shock design and even though it is vastly improved over the DS3, at the end of the day I still prefer the Xbox layout. Bunch of indie games here...but I'm not really a fan of those. PS4 doesn't really have much else to excite me until 2015..
Xbox One - Playing this more and more as time goes on. I've had both systems since launch and "convinced" myself that PS4 was better despite preferring the Xbox since the OG Xbox days. I'm starting to move back to the Xbox side thanks in part to the additional media features and updating that MS is doing on the console. I use the hell out of Snap, and the box itself gets daily use via my cable box. The exclusives appeal to me more than the PS4 at the moment and when MCC collection hits I can see my PS4 not getting much run outside of the Madden GAF league. Kinect makes moving around the UI easy and with my all digital library it's nice to just day what game I want to play or Snap.
PS4- I started out strong with the system. Got every launch title and then some for awhile leaving my X1 gathering dust. Some where along the road the allure began to fade for me. Really dont know what it is to be honest. I have never been a fan of the Dual Shock design and even though it is vastly improved over the DS3, at the end of the day I still prefer the Xbox layout. Bunch of indie games here...but I'm not really a fan of those. PS4 doesn't really have much else to excite me until 2015..
PS4:
It's what it should be, a gaming console simple interface easy to navigate and install games ultra fast .
As for the games, Infamous was great had lot of fun with AC IV not worried about the lack of games because I know the great games are coming in 2015 and I was expecting this anyway .
Wii U :
Well what can I say , have not used the console since Mario 3d land the only reason I got this is for Nintendo games , Zelda, and Xenoblade Chronicles X .
It's what it should be, a gaming console simple interface easy to navigate and install games ultra fast .
As for the games, Infamous was great had lot of fun with AC IV not worried about the lack of games because I know the great games are coming in 2015 and I was expecting this anyway .
Wii U :
Well what can I say , have not used the console since Mario 3d land the only reason I got this is for Nintendo games , Zelda, and Xenoblade Chronicles X .
ibu
Member
Personally I was going to hold out, but I received one as a 30th birthday present from my better half. Absolutely love the ps4 so far, I don't get to game as much as I used to, but I have greatly enjoyed playing AC: Black Flag, and many hours of FIFA 14.
PS+ has given me the opportunity to play many more games (hi Fez and Outlast!) and the streaming whilst not at PC levels is still pretty fun. I only wish they allowed you to watch all games being streamed not just ps4 games (I totally get why, still).
So 9 months in. I'm happy and looking forward to what's to come.
PS+ has given me the opportunity to play many more games (hi Fez and Outlast!) and the streaming whilst not at PC levels is still pretty fun. I only wish they allowed you to watch all games being streamed not just ps4 games (I totally get why, still).
So 9 months in. I'm happy and looking forward to what's to come.
Golgo 13
The Man With The Golden Dong
Own all systems and my x1 hasn't been on in a month (except to download the GwG games when they become available).
I play almost exclusively on my Ps4, but x1 does have the Exclusives advantage right now, Titanfall being the best exclusive released for either system so far. But third party stuff wins on my ps4 due to better performance.
I'm confident having both systems will pay off however, the X1 has some good stuff In the pipe.
I play almost exclusively on my Ps4, but x1 does have the Exclusives advantage right now, Titanfall being the best exclusive released for either system so far. But third party stuff wins on my ps4 due to better performance.
I'm confident having both systems will pay off however, the X1 has some good stuff In the pipe.
Similar threads
- Poll