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Old 04-21-2003, 12:47 PM   #1
Timber Loftis
40th Level Warrior
 

Join Date: July 11, 2002
Location: Chicago, IL
Posts: 11,916
I'm going to get one of the above-referenced systems. I have come to the conclusion that 2-5 hrs. of BGII and other games on my PC may have somewhat contributed to the death of my HDD inside of 1 1/2 yrs. My HDDs always die, and my wife (who never games on her computer) always has long-lasting HDD's.

Besides, at under $200 a piece, these are pretty good little entertainment investments. LOL- actually, I intend to buy mine used at this really cool store in Gurnee, IL, so it will be even cheaper.

Traditionally, I like Nintendo - my last system was N64. But, I am unfamiliar with these games these days. So, which to buy? [img]graemlins/1ponder.gif[/img]

I like FPS games, especially the Bond ones and PErfect Dark. I also really like the Star Wars flight simulators, like Rogue Squadron. Siphon Filter 1 and 2 were also wonderful. When it comes to these dedicated platforms, I'm not so much into strategy.

I have always seen Nintendo as having more playability (i.e. controls react better to my input), but PS as having some better graphics. X-box I am unfamiliar with.

So, which one would you advise? Please keep in mind that relevant concerns are:
1. number of games available,
2. viability of the system before a replacement makes in obselete (a la N64 - at least Sony keeps making PS1 games)(Note: if there is a better platform coming along soon, please let me know).
3. Online gaming is NOT a concern for me - I'm a loner.

Thanks - as always all advice appreciated.
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