The Great Debate: Part 3

This is it. The last one to have their voice heard. And yet, they serve as the most powerful voice in this debate (at least in my view). That title belongs to the Playstation 3. My system of choice for the last decade has been a form of Playstation, and this new incarnation seems to have a strong case. Let's hear what it has to say.

In terms of sale price, the PS3 is the most expensive at $350 for its most basic unit, but for the price it offers an insane amount. Aside from playing games, the system also functions as a Blu-Ray player, Internet capabitlity, and capable of playing videos and music. You basically have an entertainment center in one piece of electronic equipment. The system uses its own hard drive to store your games, and can use an attachment to store game files from PSOne and PS2. However, I've been unable to ascertain if the current versions of the system available allow you to play the older games as multiple sources tell me yes AND no for some reason. The system uses wireless controllers of course, and many accessories available are similar to what you can use for your computer, including a wireless keyboard and an internet camera. Boy, there's a lot to toy with here.

As far as games go, the PS3 has available some of the best games there are. While some are also available on the Xbox 360, the most popular games out there are available soley for the PS3. One game immediately comes to mind: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. I had the pleasure of trying out this game for a few minutes, and I know it lived up to its hype. The series has also been my favorite of all time (although Final Fantasy is a close tie, and the next title of that series will be coming out soon), and is reason enough for me to get the system. Several other popular series are also available for the system, including Tekken 5: Dark Ressurection, Silent Hill: Homecoming, and Soul Calibur IV.........all favorite series of mine as well.
Other mentionable games:
- Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe (The next game in this well-known series provides a twist by including comic book characters like Superman, The Flash, and the Green Lantern. Yes, my nerdy-tendencies and slight flare towards violence will appreciate this game greatly)
- Uncharted: Drake's Fortune (This new game got some of the best reviews at the time of its release, and after seeing ads for it, it's not hard to figure out why. Think Tomb Raider with a male lead instead, and a more realistic look to everything. Nothing wrong with Lara Croft, but it's good to see something different)
- Resistance: Fall of Man and Resistance 2(The first excellent game available for the system and its well-received sequel, these games are probably the best first-person shooters available for this system. Battle alien forces in these amazing-looking games, and you'll feel like a true hero)

As for flaws, there are a couple to mention. If it's true that the current versions of this system don't support the old PSOne and 2 games, then you'll be forced to keep your PS2 system hooked up to play them. Also, the system is at its best when on an HD television, and unfortunately I'm without that at the moment. In general, most of the great extras are available to those with the money to spend. I must say I am not one of those.

Still, there's no denying the power this system has. So much capability and universal usage makes this an everything-in-one electronic device. For me personally, I'll be able to continue to see the stories of my favorite video game characters out there, and see it them now at their very best.......until the Playstation 4 comes out sometime in the future.

The debate is over for now. At the end of February, I vow that my entertainment room will contain either the Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, or Playstation 3.........or all 3 if I'm insanely lucky. Of course, the decision will depend on certain circumstances, but in the end the choice will be mine and mine alone. But now you out there have a choice to make. Until the next post, you must choose what will entertain you now. I've already made my choice for what I want to entertain me now. I have the power, and so do you.