Xbox, how good?

Daemon · January 10th, 2002, 11:00 AM

Well I Got $100 from my dads work to make a asp script that emails information that you fill out from the forms. Im thinking about buying a Xbox, what do you all think about it?

I know PS2 is tight and all, but its slow and jumpy. The one thing about getting a Xbox is how good the games will be in the future and will there be alot?

With $100 towards the xbox $200 is nothing.

What do you all think?

XBOX good XBOX bad?

Gameguru · January 10th, 2002, 04:04 PM

I've got both....PS2 last year and Xbox this year. I got GTA3(PS2) and I've played it twice since I got Halo for the Xbox. There really is no comparison. Xbox all the way. The fact that there is a HD in the machine as well as a NIC means that you have a great base for online gaming without additional expense. I also LOVE the fact that you can rip CDs to the HD and listen to your own music while you play your games.

JM2¢

Daemon · January 10th, 2002, 04:48 PM

[quote]Originally posted by Gameguru:
I've got both....PS2 last year and Xbox this year. I got GTA3(PS2) and I've played it twice since I got Halo for the Xbox. There really is no comparison. Xbox all the way. The fact that there is a HD in the machine as well as a NIC means that you have a great base for online gaming without additional expense. I also LOVE the fact that you can rip CDs to the HD and listen to your own music while you play your games.

JM2¢<hr></blockquote>

sweet man thanx, ill have to pick one up this weekend

JungleMan1 · January 10th, 2002, 04:59 PM

[quote]Originally posted by Gameguru:
I also LOVE the fact that you can rip CDs to the HD and listen to your own music while you play your games.<hr></blockquote>

My machine does that too and it also has a thingy where you can upgrade the graphics.

It's called a PC

But if it's between one and the other get XBOX i agree.

Spaceman Spiff · January 10th, 2002, 05:43 PM

You forgot to include a choice of "Who cares?", because I certainly don't...

FastAndFurious · January 11th, 2002, 12:52 PM

[quote]Originally posted by Gameguru:
I've got both....PS2 last year and Xbox this year. I got GTA3(PS2) and I've played it twice since I got Halo for the Xbox. There really is no comparison. Xbox all the way. The fact that there is a HD in the machine as well as a NIC means that you have a great base for online gaming without additional expense. I also LOVE the fact that you can rip CDs to the HD and listen to your own music while you play your games.

JM2¢<hr></blockquote>

That’s true, but the PS2 has the ability to put in a hdd, it just doesn’t come with one, and the PS2 has 2 usb ports and one ilink 1394 port - But even beside all that, no gaming system can beat the amount and the variety of games the PS2 offers, not only will the PS2 have more games then the xbox, but you can play any original Play Station game on it as well. The PS2 is the much better buy. good luck with what ever you go with

Spork · January 11th, 2002, 02:13 PM

XBox is a M$ product, I don't think I need to say anymore...

Kymera · January 11th, 2002, 02:19 PM

Too bad the PS2 cost the same as the Xbox, and the "supposed" hard drive/nic thingee is still vaporware. Of the two, the Xbox is the only one that can output 480p, 720p or 1080i for those of us with HDTVs. The Xbox can also do real-time Dolby Digital. Of the games released for both platforms, the Xbox versions are far and away the best. Take MGS2, you might have to wait a little longer for it, but the Xbox version will look better and be the full game it was intended instead of the rush job that the PS2 got. The Xbox's DVD playback is also superior to the PS2. Of the two consoles, the Xbox is the only one that you can play online with right now. Just so you know I have both consoles, and my PS2 is gathering dust. I play my DC more than my PS2 right now. As for backwards compatibility, the PS2 does next to nothing to enhance the loading speed or the graphics of the PS games. GT2 looks better on my DC than on the PS2. In short, get the Xbox, or the Gamecube if you're into Pokemon.

TheTechHandbook.com · January 11th, 2002, 04:04 PM

The two people I've know to get the XBox have returned them. I also have a friend that works at Toys R Us and they get a lot of XBox returns according to her.

I don't like that fact that the xbox is $299 with only game controller and no game from my understanding. Not to mention you have to buy a remote controll to use the dvd function of it from what I've been told. To me thats like buying a expensive car, and having to buy two back wheels, and the engine.

Microsoft I belive stated they will have 150 games out by next December. But they also said XP was the most secure OS. So who knows.

DaOnly123Kid · January 12th, 2002, 01:57 AM

I have an xbox, and my friend has a ps2, we both agree that the xbox is much better

Daemon · January 14th, 2002, 10:04 AM

Well I got a Xbox since I have 2 friends with PS2 it would be cool to have a Xbox in.

Well its fast and looks very nice. Has a NIC in it wow.

CONS:
BIG BIG BIG
heavy. Needs more games
M$ product

Other than that it rocks

Quiet Thunder · June 6th, 2002, 11:21 AM

Buy a GayCube. Yea, it's Nintendo, but they're going to have all the great games comming out. The Xbox really dosn't have anything out worth buying other than Halo, and the Xbos still has yet to take full advantage of their hardware. Maybe someday in the future, but it's definatly not worth purchasing yet. The GayCube will have all the Resident Evil games, a few new Mario games, A new StarFox, a new Metroid, Zelda series, Wrestlemanina, the full Metal Gear Solid 2, not to mention the games that are already out. It's also cheaper, meaning you can buy more games.

Can't Catch Me · June 6th, 2002, 11:27 AM

I'm really good since I haven't got caught....and I'm free entertainment.

Chris_MacMahon · June 6th, 2002, 11:39 AM

There was a link on the windrivers.com homepage yesterday, or the day before about some MIT dude hacked into an xbox, beat it's secruity settings, and is able to do other stuff with it, i just cant remeber what...
for me i'dd get the ps2, and then get the linux package to go with it...

my .02 cents

Todo · June 6th, 2002, 01:16 PM

<blockquote>quote:<hr /> There was a link on the windrivers.com homepage yesterday, or the day before about some MIT dude hacked into an xbox, beat it's secruity settings, and is able to do other stuff with it, i just cant remeber what...
for me i'dd get the ps2, and then get the linux package to go with it...

my .02 cents

<hr /></blockquote>Here's the link about the MIT grad <a href="http://www.msnbc.com/news/761330.asp?0si=-" target="_blank">student</a> .. I didn't realize you could rip CD's to the HD. My roommate has an XBOX and I love it. Just now getting into Halo <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" />

January 10th, 2002, 11:00 AM	#1
Daemon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: LocalHost Posts: 762	Xbox, how good? Well I Got $100 from my dads work to make a asp script that emails information that you fill out from the forms. Im thinking about buying a Xbox, what do you all think about it? I know PS2 is tight and all, but its slow and jumpy. The one thing about getting a Xbox is how good the games will be in the future and will there be alot? With $100 towards the xbox $200 is nothing. What do you all think? XBOX good XBOX bad? __________________ http://www.amd.com/us-en/assets/cont...uts/athlon.gif Do you leak any fluids, do you have any bumps on your rear, do you have any unpleasant odors? If you answered yes to any of these then you are not qualified to own a new AMD ATHLON XP. If someone ask you if you are running the all-new fastest AMD ATHLON XP, just turn around and reply "WHY YES, AND ITS CERTIFIED" http://www.daemonprojects.com/

January 10th, 2002, 04:04 PM	#2
Gameguru Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Sumter, SC Posts: 572	I've got both....PS2 last year and Xbox this year. I got GTA3(PS2) and I've played it twice since I got Halo for the Xbox. There really is no comparison. Xbox all the way. The fact that there is a HD in the machine as well as a NIC means that you have a great base for online gaming without additional expense. I also LOVE the fact that you can rip CDs to the HD and listen to your own music while you play your games. JM2¢ __________________ Note: To correct display problems, hold the "ALT"key and press"F4".

January 10th, 2002, 04:48 PM	#3
Daemon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: LocalHost Posts: 762	[quote]Originally posted by Gameguru: <strong>I've got both....PS2 last year and Xbox this year. I got GTA3(PS2) and I've played it twice since I got Halo for the Xbox. There really is no comparison. Xbox all the way. The fact that there is a HD in the machine as well as a NIC means that you have a great base for online gaming without additional expense. I also LOVE the fact that you can rip CDs to the HD and listen to your own music while you play your games. JM2¢</strong><hr></blockquote> sweet man thanx, ill have to pick one up this weekend __________________ http://www.amd.com/us-en/assets/cont...uts/athlon.gif Do you leak any fluids, do you have any bumps on your rear, do you have any unpleasant odors? If you answered yes to any of these then you are not qualified to own a new AMD ATHLON XP. If someone ask you if you are running the all-new fastest AMD ATHLON XP, just turn around and reply "WHY YES, AND ITS CERTIFIED" http://www.daemonprojects.com/

January 10th, 2002, 04:59 PM	#4
JungleMan1 Adm¡nistrator Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 2,463	[quote]Originally posted by Gameguru: <strong>I also LOVE the fact that you can rip CDs to the HD and listen to your own music while you play your games.</strong><hr></blockquote> My machine does that too and it also has a thingy where you can upgrade the graphics. It's called a PC But if it's between one and the other get XBOX i agree. __________________ FastLane Hardware

January 10th, 2002, 05:43 PM	#5
Spaceman Spiff Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Gig Harbor, Washington Posts: 1,746	You forgot to include a choice of "Who cares?", because I certainly don't... __________________ Spaceman Spiff sets his blaster to frappé...

January 11th, 2002, 12:52 PM	#6
FastAndFurious Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 264	[quote]Originally posted by Gameguru: <strong>I've got both....PS2 last year and Xbox this year. I got GTA3(PS2) and I've played it twice since I got Halo for the Xbox. There really is no comparison. Xbox all the way. The fact that there is a HD in the machine as well as a NIC means that you have a great base for online gaming without additional expense. I also LOVE the fact that you can rip CDs to the HD and listen to your own music while you play your games. JM2¢</strong><hr></blockquote> That’s true, but the PS2 has the ability to put in a hdd, it just doesn’t come with one, and the PS2 has 2 usb ports and one ilink 1394 port - But even beside all that, no gaming system can beat the amount and the variety of games the PS2 offers, not only will the PS2 have more games then the xbox, but you can play any original Play Station game on it as well. The PS2 is the much better buy. good luck with what ever you go with __________________ http://militarysignatures.com/signatures/member8885.png A+ Security + 2008 VIP VMWare i3

January 11th, 2002, 02:13 PM	#7
Spork Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: St. Paul, MN Posts: 1,221	XBox is a M$ product, I don't think I need to say anymore... __________________ *The official eating utensil of all WinDrivers members*

January 11th, 2002, 02:19 PM	#8
Kymera Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New York, NY USA Posts: 1,195	Too bad the PS2 cost the same as the Xbox, and the "supposed" hard drive/nic thingee is still vaporware. Of the two, the Xbox is the only one that can output 480p, 720p or 1080i for those of us with HDTVs. The Xbox can also do real-time Dolby Digital. Of the games released for both platforms, the Xbox versions are far and away the best. Take MGS2, you might have to wait a little longer for it, but the Xbox version will look better and be the full game it was intended instead of the rush job that the PS2 got. The Xbox's DVD playback is also superior to the PS2. Of the two consoles, the Xbox is the only one that you can play online with right now. Just so you know I have both consoles, and my PS2 is gathering dust. I play my DC more than my PS2 right now. As for backwards compatibility, the PS2 does next to nothing to enhance the loading speed or the graphics of the PS games. GT2 looks better on my DC than on the PS2. In short, get the Xbox, or the Gamecube if you're into Pokemon. __________________ end of line.

January 11th, 2002, 04:04 PM	#9
TheTechHandbook.com Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Middle Earth Posts: 16	The two people I've know to get the XBox have returned them. I also have a friend that works at Toys R Us and they get a lot of XBox returns according to her. I don't like that fact that the xbox is $299 with only game controller and no game from my understanding. Not to mention you have to buy a remote controll to use the dvd function of it from what I've been told. To me thats like buying a expensive car, and having to buy two back wheels, and the engine. Microsoft I belive stated they will have 150 games out by next December. But they also said XP was the most secure OS. So who knows. __________________ <a href="http://www.thetechhandbook.com?linkid=windrivers" target="_blank">The Tech Handbook</a> Where the information is always free.

January 12th, 2002, 01:57 AM	#10
DaOnly123Kid Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: SoCal Posts: 24	I have an xbox, and my friend has a ps2, we both agree that the xbox is much better __________________ I wish everything could be as easy as me!

January 14th, 2002, 10:04 AM	#11
Daemon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: LocalHost Posts: 762	Well I got a Xbox since I have 2 friends with PS2 it would be cool to have a Xbox in. Well its fast and looks very nice. Has a NIC in it wow. CONS: BIG BIG BIG heavy. Needs more games M$ product Other than that it rocks __________________ http://www.amd.com/us-en/assets/cont...uts/athlon.gif Do you leak any fluids, do you have any bumps on your rear, do you have any unpleasant odors? If you answered yes to any of these then you are not qualified to own a new AMD ATHLON XP. If someone ask you if you are running the all-new fastest AMD ATHLON XP, just turn around and reply "WHY YES, AND ITS CERTIFIED" http://www.daemonprojects.com/

June 6th, 2002, 11:21 AM	#12
Quiet Thunder Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 1,050	Buy a GayCube. Yea, it's Nintendo, but they're going to have all the great games comming out. The Xbox really dosn't have anything out worth buying other than Halo, and the Xbos still has yet to take full advantage of their hardware. Maybe someday in the future, but it's definatly not worth purchasing yet. The GayCube will have all the Resident Evil games, a few new Mario games, A new StarFox, a new Metroid, Zelda series, Wrestlemanina, the full Metal Gear Solid 2, not to mention the games that are already out. It's also cheaper, meaning you can buy more games.

June 6th, 2002, 11:27 AM	#13
Can't Catch Me Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 108	I'm really good since I haven't got caught....and I'm free entertainment. __________________ Found in the Underground...

June 6th, 2002, 11:39 AM	#14
Chris_MacMahon Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: sebago, maine Posts: 568	There was a link on the windrivers.com homepage yesterday, or the day before about some MIT dude hacked into an xbox, beat it's secruity settings, and is able to do other stuff with it, i just cant remeber what... for me i'dd get the ps2, and then get the linux package to go with it... my .02 cents __________________ i love peta...and sars... and bin laden....and n. korea....and china...and p2p...spyware...

June 6th, 2002, 01:16 PM	#15
Todo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 678	</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"> There was a link on the windrivers.com homepage yesterday, or the day before about some MIT dude hacked into an xbox, beat it's secruity settings, and is able to do other stuff with it, i just cant remeber what... for me i'dd get the ps2, and then get the linux package to go with it... my .02 cents </font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Here's the link about the MIT grad <a href="http://www.msnbc.com/news/761330.asp?0si=-" target="_blank">student</a> .. I didn't realize you could rip CD's to the HD. My roommate has an XBOX and I love it. Just now getting into Halo <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" /> __________________ I think the problem is either an ID10T or PEBCAK error

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