Author Topic: The online wars? (Read 1632 times)

« **on:** June 15, 2002, 03:50:33 PM »

In the spirit of the console wars (excluding bashing, flaming, fanboyism, etc.), which console do you think will win the "online" wars? As of yet, it seems to me that the Xbox has the best shot, the PS2 has a somewhat close second in terms of chances, and the GC seems to be far down the list.

Xbox: The Xbox Live design is pretty well thought out. Although it\'s BB only, meaning that it does cut most video players, the Xbox has a built-in ethernet card which, IMO, fully counters this and possibly then some. Plus I have BB, so it\'s no big problem for me.

PS2: It\'s possible that with games like FFXI, etc., it could draw enough buyers to beat the Xbox in the online market. But since it is basically a "here\'s how it works, now you do the rest" plan, winning would be purely of luck.

GC: No plan, no/little support. Correct me if I am wrong, but if this is the case, then it has little chance of succeeding.

« **Reply #1 on:** June 15, 2002, 04:20:13 PM »

This will eventually turn into a debate, it\'s unavoidable. Topic moved.

« **Reply #2 on:** June 16, 2002, 04:47:40 AM »

online capabilities will not determing the outcome of the so called "war"

its a gimmick that the devs are putting way too much emphesis on

this is why xbox is allowing PC users to use thier "live" service after realizing this

« **Reply #3 on:** June 16, 2002, 05:05:27 AM »

PS2..

Sure you must buy the BroadBand adapter.. But games like Automodellista, Ace Combat 5, TimeSplitters 2, Socom, Kessen 3, Armored Core 3, Tribes 2 ect. ect.. will draw alot of people.

Not to mention most PS2 online games will be free.. You just need that BBA that costs $39.99 and you\'re off..

Bobs_Hardware · « **Reply #4 on:** June 16, 2002, 06:34:10 AM »

Define what you mean by "winning" or being "successful"

If you mean sheer numbers, PS2 will win, purely because its user base is exponentially larger than the XBox\'s.. so even if a small percentage of PS2 users go online, chances are it\'ll still be more than if a large percentage of XBox users go online

But if you mean which console will have the largest percentage of their users online, then XBox obviously.

And i think you are underestimating the GCN\'s online plans.. i know ill have to buy the adapter just so i can play PSO

IMAGINE MARIO KART ONLINE!! *drools*

« **Reply #5 on:** June 16, 2002, 02:29:56 PM »

Mario Kart online would have no equal...it gets me all turned on just thinking about it

I believe Sony will "win" in the amount of people who sign up...narrowband is accessible just about anywhere and it\'s free! Excluding a game or two...a large selection to play online makes it the clear cut winner at this time.

I would have to say Xbox has the most attractive plan though...broadband is nice, voice communication on everything, and 9.95$ a month gets you access to any game, of course that\'s in addition to your service charge...the only downfall is the amount of games that will be available; there are a few gems (Halo Online, Unreal Championship, Shayde, etc.) but not a wide spectrum of choice. I see it taking off pretty slow, broadband will have its\' boom, but not for another 2-3 years...

And Nintendo, they aren\'t even focusing to go online because they know it\'s not time yet.

« **Reply #6 on:** June 16, 2002, 02:33:23 PM »

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Originally posted by Bobs_Hardware
Define what you mean by "winning" or being "successful"

If you mean sheer numbers, PS2 will win, purely because its user base is exponentially larger than the XBox\'s.. so even if a small percentage of PS2 users go online, chances are it\'ll still be more than if a large percentage of XBox users go online

Not really. You still have to purchase a addon, which historically = failure. In all likelihood, the number of people with PS2 and have purchased the online adaptor will be, if not smaller at most comparable to the number of Xbox\'s. Plus it\'s going to be more confusing and difficult to use. In the end, it may come down to which system has the best games, but who can say who\'ll win that way.

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But if you mean which console will have the largest percentage of their users online, then XBox obviously.

No doubt in that.

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And i think you are underestimating the GCN\'s online plans.. i know ill have to buy the adapter just so i can play PSO

IMAGINE MARIO KART ONLINE!! *drools*

Well, if Nintendo comes out will some spectacular games, maybe, but that\'s very doubtful as the GC has both Xbox\'s weakness in total systems sold and PS2\'s weakness in addon requirement.

« **Reply #7 on:** June 16, 2002, 05:30:58 PM »

I think PS2 will win the online wars, because so many more people have PS2s than any other console. However, none of them will come close to what PCs have for quite some time.

Bobs_Hardware · « **Reply #8 on:** June 16, 2002, 07:30:04 PM »

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Originally posted by nonamer
Not really. You still have to purchase a addon, which historically = failure. In all likelihood, the number of people with PS2 and have purchased the online adaptor will be, if not smaller at most comparable to the number of Xbox\'s. Plus it\'s going to be more confusing and difficult to use. In the end, it may come down to which system has the best games, but who can say who\'ll win that way.

Perhaps you are underestimating Sony\'s chances, and how much Sony want this. I know the history of add-ons, but Sony are putting lots of support behind their online plan with big names such as Twisted Metal, Gran Turismo (in time

) and Resident Evil selling their adapter. I would fully expect MASSIVE advertising, with their free game, Twisted Metal Online Coupon, etc. for the $40 its really not going to seem like a bad deal.

The Hard drisk drive is a certain failure though, even with the might of Final Fantasy supporting it and a couple of other MMORPGs (found also on PC) it just has no chance. Although I for one know that im going to get into that action :eyemouth:

« **Reply #9 on:** June 16, 2002, 09:34:56 PM »

I dont understand why this is even a debate, its like saying what is going to sell more ps2 or x box, its a no brainer

Bobs_Hardware · « **Reply #10 on:** June 17, 2002, 12:01:44 AM »

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Originally posted by Clowd
its a no brainer

Yeah.. it kinda reminds me of you..

« **Reply #11 on:** June 17, 2002, 02:59:00 AM »

well personaly i am wet with excitment at the though of TimeSplitter 2 online for some good old fashoned one on one action.

ha in just a short while ill be wipping boB\'s Harware\'s Butt like some kind of nauthy puppy thats just pooed on the kitchen floor, and then i\'ll be rubbing his face in the said poo poo of defeat.

here bobby ..Bobby..your going DOWN

Also i have to woop Fastson at Ace Combat online in my RAF Tornado..its only fair

Bobs_Hardware · « **Reply #12 on:** June 17, 2002, 03:45:06 AM »

If it plays anything like the original TimeSplitters\' deathmatch.. im going to absolutely destroy you ooseven

« **Reply #13 on:** June 17, 2002, 05:16:46 AM »

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Originally posted by ooseven

Also i have to woop Fastson at Ace Combat online in my RAF Tornado..its only fair

Bah, you can forget about that!
Im gonna hunt you down with my EF2000! Wopedi-do! :fro:

Mobius 1, fox 2!
*sees 007 go down in flames*
Booyah!

« **Reply #14 on:** June 17, 2002, 10:04:52 AM »

The gamer will win of course.

Personally, I think Microsoft blew it a bit with BB-only (thinking especially overhere in Europe), but that certainly won\'t stop people signing up and enjoying it who do. I certainly will be up with PS2\'s plan and I think Sony will sell enough of the add-on for it not to be considered a failure.

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Author Topic: The online wars? (Read 1632 times)