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[Vena]

I mean, techwise the point isn't really arguable from the dedicated point of view. The Vita is a better machine but it has no support from the mothership and was left to flounder as its hardware also made its development seemingly restrictive and costly at the time of release.

But I love the dual-screen features and the great use that has come from such an availability on the DS/3DS. And, obviously, the games library is lopsided.

 

[YuriLowell]

But what if I dont like anime games gaf?
I thought the vita only had anime games.

 

[zewone]

Vita over 3DS for sure.

I haven't turn on my 3DS since Pokemon X, which is the reason I bought it.

I did just get Persona Q though, but my expectations are low compared to Persona 4 Golden.

 

[spekkeh]

We all know that if Apple said glassless 3D was the future, they would have said that 3DS was best

Spoiler

after iPhone 7

 

[Labombadog]

In terms of functionality and hardware: Vita

Software: 3DS, easily.

I use my Vita more because I use it to watch Netflix, Hulu Plus and Crunchyroll on it. Honestly, I rarely use it to play video games. I am using this device wrong haha.

 

[RM8]

Not for me, but it's cool that Vita gets some positive press.

 

[cafemomo]

I agree.

 

[bobbychalkers]

In terms of hardware, its a no brainer. I just wish the thing had more support.

 

[baekshi]

But Sony don't care still.

 

[Foshy]

Vita > 3DS for me too. But some people see it differently. That's fine. Different strokes for different folks and whatnot.

 

[-tetsuo-]

 

[Etnos]

I love my Vita, Hardware is great and the great selection of indies make it worth it more for me than a 3ds IMO.

 

[Guevara]

The Vita is certainly my favorite handheld: easily my favorite since the GBA.

 

[Bgamer90]

Hardware/power? Definitely.

Game support and library is a whole different story though IMO.

 

[Toki767]

Yeah, I agree. I really like some of the things the Vita does, but you can't beat that library.

I don't know..the 3DS/DS library vs the Vita/PSP/PS1 library? It's not as one-sided as you would think.

 

[Nipo]

I love my vita. The suspend resume makes it my preferred platform to play any indie game that is available since it is so damn easy to play on my commute. Also a nice selection of turn based jrpgs.

 

[Vyer]

I'd rather watch media and use apps on an iPad.

and I'd rather play the games on the 3DS.

So I can't really agree here. Nice hardware, though.

 

[Ray Wonder]

I've had them both for over a year in the past. Sold the Vita because I didn't like the games, sold the 3DS because I didn't like the screen.

 

[outunderthestars]

Vita > 3DS for me too. But some people see it differently. That's fine. Different strokes for different folks and whatnot.

Exactly what I came to post.

 

[RadarScope1]

You fucking know it, baby. <3 Vita.

 

[batrush]

Couldn't agree more. Animal Crossing is the only reason I keep coming back to the 3DS.

 

[Bgamer90]

I'd rather watch media and use apps on an iPad.

and I'd rather play the games on the 3DS.

So I can't really agree here. Nice hardware, though.

Pretty much how I feel but replace "iPad" with "iPhone" (when it comes to when I'm on the go).

 

[fedexpeon]

They are correct. My 3ds is collecting dusts. It hasn't see light in 3+months.

 

[Orniletter]

Eh. 3DS plays all the games available on the best handheld of all time (DS), has a great library of its own original games, and a lot of classic past handheld games (GB, GBC, etc.)

Vita has potential, but it's not exactly delivering on its promises.

Yeah, I really like the hardware....and the system in general....

But I have to admit that there have only been 2 games I absolutely loved on it ( both Danganronpas) .

Opinions.

 

[Shining Sunshine]

Yep, Vita is it. I agree.

 

[Chris R]

Only two years late

But maybe this causes an uptick and more sales/games to happen?

 

[elhav]

Nope Verge. I'll rather take a library of fantastic exclusive titles over what we all know.

Coming from you, it probably means a lot...

No, seriously, if it isn't madly defending Nintendo over every damn negative nuance or artice, now you have to bash poor Vita when it finally wins at something?

Vita has a lot of great games. Maybe not to your liking, it's understandable, but it definitely has its fair share of great games, exclusives included. Try not to be so bitter about it, will you?

 

[eXistor]

As a games device, you cannot beat the 3DS, but I agree, the Vita is a cool piece of hardware that I've used for a lot of things, but gaming is unfortunately not really one of them (Danganronpa 1, 2 and a few others make up for it...almost).

 

[Yatōkiri_Kilgharrah]

Vita 2000 is great but the New 3DS is where its at.

Love them.

 

[commish]

I love my 3DS and all (fire emblem, best game of the last 3 years), but it's hard for me to say that it has better games than the Vita, tbh.

 

[RM8]

3DS wins my heart, though. When will Vita?

 

[Somnid]

Came off as patronizing I thought.

 

[MatrixMan.EXE]

This will NOT end well. Verge, stay safe.

 

[Diebuster]

Vita's my favorite handheld, can't disagree with 'em here.

 

[To Far Away Times]

Hardwade and "potential" doesn't mean much when it's tied to that library.


Especially when the 3DS library is one of the best ever.

 

[snoopeasystreet]

It's the only one with portable Spelunky so it sorta wins by default.

 

[Gestault]

I can't agree, in terms of a platform. I really enjoy my Vita, but it's also less useful because of being less physically portable, as well as its battery life. The stillborn support for exclusive (or games at least developed to take advantage of its input and visual capabilities) in almost every genre should matter. Fewer games and a dead outlook is a foolish thing to stand behind at this point in a platform's life.

 

[Big Green Anus]

I really love my Vita and I'm thankful for a good amount of positive opinions from GAF, which help made me purchased this great device. The Danganronpa games might be my GOTY so far, which is quite surprising. The indie games feel made(Hotline Miami on Vita is Amazing!!) for the Vita when compared to my consoles. I wish the remote play was better in terms of not locking framerate to 30fps when the game is 60fps, but I'm still very satisfied with remote play.

 

[bobawesome]

salty nfans the thread.

Essentially, judging from the first page.

 

[AngryMoth]

It's the 3DS for me thanks to a steady flow of excellent exculsive games. When I hear people talk about playing something on their vita most of the time it's stuff I could get on pc or ps3 (a few exception obviously, I'd like to try tearaway at some point).

 

[pastrami]

It's the only one with portable Spelunky so it sorta wins by default.

Haha, I was just about to say that portable Spelunky is just about the greatest thing since Tetris on the Gameboy.

Love my Vita, and it's a shame it never reached more than a niche audience.

 

[Gentleman Jack]

Eh. 3DS plays all the games available on the best handheld of all time (DS), has a great library of its own original games, and a lot of classic past handheld games (GB, GBC, etc.)

Vita has potential, but it's not exactly delivering on its promises.

The Vita plays PS1 and PSP games. The 3DS is compatible with old carts but honestly I'm tired of carrying around little chips and cards so it's not a huge win in its favor. Buying something from PSN for my Vita is also a vastly superior experience than on the 3DS. Generally speaking, my 3DS collects dust. My mobile gaming focuses on JRPGs and so far the Vita is untouchable in that aspect.

 

[chuckycem]

They must be kidding. What is a system without great games?
I like my vita and use it all the time for remote play but 3ds kicks butt when it comes to games.

 

[Protome]

I can't agree, in terms of a platform. I really enjoy my Vita, but it's also less useful because of being less physically portable, as well as its battery life. The stillborn support for exclusive (or games at least developed to take advantage of its input and visual capabilities) in almost every genre should matter.

Not sure I'd agree with this. If you just mean raw horsepower, sure. But 2D stuff looks better on Vita than almost anywhere else because of that AMOLED screen (except on the new one, not sure why anyone would buy that one...)

 

[Bliddo]

I have to agree, I love that console. Too bad Sony doesn't.

 

[Kathian]

Just a poorly put together piece; he basically makes all portable gaming look like utter shit.

 

[Goldenroad]

Considering my handhelds (other than my phone) almost never leave my house, to me, as of recently, my favorite handheld system has become the Wii U.

 

[Magwik]

So who else saw the spoilers and was expecting the anawer to be an iPod or iPhone?

 

[FacelessSamurai]

This pretty much sums it up.

 

[oti]

Vita is my Steam PC Indie handheld + a few exclusives. It's absolutely nowhere near the 3DS but it's a nice machine. I'm thinking about changing to a PS TV though, so yeah. Without the indie ports it would be pretty bad.