Video Games

Resistance: Fall Of Man PS3

boring
i think this game is highly overrated, its so dull and boring and the graphics are like ps1 status, give me a break, this game is garbage. im going to go play bioshock, peace.

Better than most but ultimately nothing new
I’m a little late to finish this one up now that Cod4 and Assassins Creed are both out but I was an xbox 360 guy for the initial ps3 launch. When they came out with the cheaper 40gb model, I gave it the upgrade. So I decided to get the launch title and that meant resistance. I immediately disliked it. I expected way too much from the next generation platform ps3 in the graphics department. I admit that I was spoiled by Gears of War graphics on the 360. now that may have been asking too much since the 360 was a mature platform when GoW was released and the PS3’s cell processor was too new for a launch title to fully leverage it.

That said, I perservered on and I have to admit that there is a lot to like about the game… namely the storyline, it’s fairly rich and involved even if it isn’t terribly unique. The best thing about the game were the wide open battlefield sequences. it was a lot to load in ram and the player is free to walk throughout, without game loading pauses. It was a good first for me.

So ultimately it was a decent enough game. A worthy launch title, though it feels rushed in places and the end battle was a bit of a letdown. I’ll reserve judgement for Resistance 2, scheduled to be launched fall of this year [08]. Ideally Insomniac will have more maturity working with the architecture and will really wow the gamer. I’m looking forward to continuing the story.
PlayStation 3

Playstation 3 Zero Wireless Controller

Experience innovation with the Zero wireless controller for PlayStation 3. The Zero controller is an entirely new ergonomic design, built to maximize comfort for all players while providing a unique and stylish appearance. With full six-direction tilt functionality, the Zero is compatible with all PS3 software and control schemes. The Zero is powered by an included NiMH rechargeable battery that provides up to 25 hours of wireless gameplay. When necessary, simply plug the included charging cable into the PS3s USB port and play and charge the controller simultaneously or use the included AA battery pack. The Zero is the first controller to feature LED back-lit action buttons, heat dissipating aluminum panels and a hybrid metal-resin design. The Zero is the paramount in controller precision, design and engineering.
PlayStation 3

Assassin’s Creed

Assassin’s Creed is the next-gen game developed by Ubisoft Montreal that will redefine the action genre. While other games claim to be next-gen with impressive graphics and physics, Assassin’s Creed merges technology, game design, theme, and emotions into a world where you instigate chaos and become a vulnerable, yet powerful, agent of change.

The setting is 1191 AD. The Third Crusade is tearing the Holy Land apart. You, Altair, intend to stop the hostilities by suppressing both sides of the conflict.

You are an Assassin, a warrior shrouded in secrecy and feared for your ruthlessness. Your actions can throw your immediate environment into chaos, and your existence will shape events during this pivotal moment in history.

Jerusalem, 1191 AD - The Third Crusade is tearing the Holy Land apart. You are an elite Assassin sent to stop the hostilities by suppressing the powerson both the Crusader and Saracen sides. But as you carry out your missions, a conspiracy begins to unfold. You find yourself tangled up in a conflict that threatens not only the Holy Land, but the entire world. Experience the power of a feared Assassin. Your actions can throw your immediate environment into chaos, and your existence will shape the events of this pivotal moment in history. ESRB Rated M for Mature

PlayStation 3

PlayStation 3 40GB

Playstation Great, Sony Evil.
Let’s get this out of the way. The Media Center and that is what your getting is great. Bluray and the high-definition quality for movies are great, even if your using a regular tv set. Games are fun, but limited. 2008 will be the great step PS3 users have been waiting for. The possiblilty of using it as a DVR is also great. I’ve ripped my own DVDs and placed them inside the thing, so I can easily access it. Moding is acceptable and changing my 40g for a 250 g hard drive is excellent and simple.

Here is the problem. A lot of owners have falling into Sony’s evil crooked hands. Apparently, if dust is gathered into you newly, EXPENSIVE PS3 your warranty is done. You must use it in a dust free environment where dust doesn’t exist. If it gathers enough dust, Sony will not fix it unless you play another large amount of money to them. 1. They don’t have enough games to keep you satisfied. 2. Blurays are now $299.99 and some come in Bluray/HD combs, PS3 isn’t the cheapest Bluray in the market. And 3. your taking a leap of faith, when there are 2 other systems that can easily give you some more games. 360 willing to lose money to replace or fix your broken systen(which will happen) and the Wii just happen to be the only consoled out there that works well and works. If Sony is willing continue being jerks to their fan base, their consumers, their only friend in the video game industry, they will be the next Neo Geo, the next Turbographix, the next consoled left in the dust.
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PlayStation 3 (20GB)

PS3 vs. XBOX 360
First off, i have both systems now. We all know that the 360 came out in 2005. The launch lineup was not the best but it still was way better than the PS3’s. The funny thing at one point i hated Microsoft and the XBOX 1, until i played Halo. That game showed what Microsoft was capable of. I have been a loyal fan since. The 2 biggest issues with the PS3 is the price and the titles that are out. There really isnt that much to choose from. I love Metal Gear Solid but there are so many exclusive titles on the 360 that you cant go wrong. The PS3 will never and i mean never have a game as big as Halo 3 or Ninja Gaiden 2 which comes out sometime next year. If Sony was smart they would have made the system at a base price of $400. Then they should have waited to release a blu-ray player add-on just like the 360 and their HD DVD player. That would have made more people eager to buy the system. Honestly, the HD DVD and Blu-Ray are identical if you ask me. The only big difference would be your TV. A lot of people say the graphics are so much better on the PS3 than the 360. Unfortunately, they are sadly mistaken. The 360 has found a way to utilize the core processors within the system. That means they can isolate things so the graphics run smoothly. The PS3 is said to be a little bit more complex. If you compare the same games on both systems, the 360 has the edge and its the truth. Like i said i have both so i can argue for both. Its a shame that the once exclusive titles like GTA 4, Resident Evil 5 and Devil May Cry 4 are going to be on the 360. I am sure Sony isnt too happy about that. Sony could find that Metal Gear Solid 4 is heading towards the 360. Hey, it did happen with MGS 3 and XBOX had a better polished version of the game. I truly believe it comes down to preference and which system you can stay with. I personally would recommend the 360. But if you have been a Sony fan since Metal Gear 1, go with the PS3.
PlayStation 3