This short article will compare the top 3 best selling
consoles available for purchase in the market. Each console has its own unique
feature. I hoped that after you have read this article, you will have a better
idea on which console to choose. I will do an overview of each console and
provide my recommendation at the end.
- Xbox 360
This console was first introduced into the gaming industry
in mid-2005 by Microsoft. In 2010, a slimmer version of it was made available
to the public. You can choose between a 4GB or 250GB console.
The 360 features a solid WI-FI connection which provides you
with internet access aside from gaming. The inclusion of the Sky Player is what
makes this console stand out from the rest.
The Sky Player allows people who are subscribed to the Sky
network to view programmes through the console. Therefore, they don’t need to
turn on another computer to watch them. All they need is their Xbox 360 which
is truly convenient.
Another awesome feature that makes this console an ultimate
entertainment machine is the presence of an online movie store that allows
users to download or rent movies to watch with their gaming console.
With the WI-FI capability, you can get in touch with your
friends through Facebook, play demo games and finally, get your friends
involved in multiplayer games too.
The Xbox 360 offers the biggest number of game titles
covering a broader spectrum of genre compared to the other 2 consoles which are
discussed in the ensuing paragraphs.
- Sony PlayStation 3
Sony PlayStation 3 is the perfect choice for people who are
looking for some serious gaming experience. In terms of game titles and genre,
the PS3 has the least among the 3 consoles. Moreover, the game genres which are
covered by the console are more tightly focused around a few genres.
Therefore, it will appeal more to people who are already
used to that style of gaming. An outstanding feature that you can find in this
console is the inclusion of Blu-Ray disc drive. It is the only video game
console with this feature.
However, it is also the most expensive gaming device because
of this added feature. One last feature that you need to know about PS3 is the
availability of an online game store which allows you to buy games from the
highly successful PS2 franchise.
Not only are the games cheaper, some of them are even better
than the PS3 ones which are released recently. If you want a portable gaming device, you can go for the newly launched PS Vita.
- Nintendo Wii
First of all, it is the cheapest gaming console you can get
in the market. It is meant to provide a FUN experience for their users. Most of
the game titles you can find in Wii are targeted at younger kids and family
units.
In terms of hardware capabilities, the Wii is rather weak
compared to the other 2 gaming machines, which is why the graphics are not so
amazing. The unique feature that this console possesses is the motion
controllers.
The console will follow the player’s movement and attempt to
replicate it on the TV screen. This makes the game more exciting and adds a
personal touch to it. Both SONY and Microsoft are coming up with ways to
introduce this motion concept into their gaming devices after seeing Nintendo’s
success.
Lately, Nintendo included several new features to their
gaming machine to make it more appealing. The BBC iPlayer is one such feature
which allows users who are big fans of BBC programmes to watch any programmes
that they missed over the last few months through the internet. A similar
feature can be found in PlayStation 3 though.
To conclude, the Wii is catered more for family occasions
where there are more people who want to play. Besides providing a fun and
relaxing gaming experience, it is the cheapest due to its limited hardware
capabilities. For those who are looking for some serious and hours of gaming, PS3
is the way to go. Finally, the Xbox 360 is for a person who wants a balance of
fun and serious gaming.
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