Xbox 360 Hardware / Media / OnlineDiscuss general aspects of the XBox or XBox 360 and their respective online experiences. Including hardware & media devices. 360 Exclusive Games could be discussed below.
I am a fan of the xbox and xbox 360,but is going online really worth all the membership fees?
I have had both systems for a while now and keep my self well occupied with all the new games that come out .
I think the bottom line is that I'm afraid to get addicted to the online experience that the systems have to offer.I know that it probably rocks to whoop somebody on the other side of the earth at a your favorite game,but is it necessary?
I am a fan of the xbox and xbox 360,but is going online really worth all the membership fees?
Online gaming adds an entirely new dimension to gaming and will extend your enjoyment of the games you play. In addition to being able to play competitively against other players around the world you'll also be able to team up with people in many games to play co-operatively.
I'd suggest trying it out for a few months to see if you enjoy it before signing up for a year, which gets you the lowest price.
Online gaming adds an entirely new dimension to gaming and will extend your enjoyment of the games you play. In addition to being able to play competitively against other players around the world you'll also be able to team up with people in many games to play co-operatively.
I'd suggest trying it out for a few months to see if you enjoy it before signing up for a year, which gets you the lowest price.
Not only does it add a new dimension to the game, it adds longevity to the game itself..you'd be more apt to play a game a lot more/longer if you play single player/co-op and go to online as opposed to just running through single player and being done with it. Especially including games that don't have that great of replay value for single player.
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I use ninja, cold blooded, and marathon. As soon as i spawn i prone with my silent mini-uzi or i go to the closest bush and hide in there for the rest of the game.
My K/D is 0.24...what am i doing wrong?
I am a fan of the xbox and xbox 360,but is going online really worth all the membership fees?
I have had both systems for a while now and keep my self well occupied with all the new games that come out
If by 'both systems' you mean 360 & PS3, why not try out the PS3's free online? I just buy any multiplayer games on PS3, for the obvious reason that it's free to play.
Wow, this thread hasn't been posted in for awhile. Anyway, my boyfriend has decided to get me the Xbox 360 as a (late) Christmas present. So, now I am conflicted on which model I should consider in getting. The Arcade doesn't seem like the best choice for me. As, I figure I'd need the hard drive for large game saves. True, I could add on the hard drive later, but I honestly don't feel like going through that.
Then there is the Pro, which is nice, and I can get at my local Gamestop for only 199.99 as a refurbished Microsoft console. However, I don't know if 20GB is enough for me. Plus, there's still that RROD that makes me a bit weary of it.
Which comes to the Elite. Which I have to admit is the one I'm currently leaning towards. Sure, it's the most expensive, but as I don't have the money to constantly buy new Xbox's or ship them out to Microsoft if something goes wrong. This one seems to me the most logicel choice.
So, basically. I'm not sure of what to do. When it comes to purchasing a new console I usually know what I want. Like when I got my PS3 Slim. I knew what I wanted and I got it.
So any insight from current Xbox 360 owners would be great. Thanks guys.
Arcade: Great once you already have a large harddrive you can switch betwixt consoles, but a poor choice as far as starting out goes. My Elite died several months back and I decided to simply replace the console with a new Arcade model and carry my Elite's harddrive over. Essentially, the Arcade seems best if you're just looking for a quick console transplant. It does have a small, built-in memory unit, but it's really only useful for transferring files or using it as backup space for duped saves in fear of corruption.
Pro: Good starting-out model, as it comes with a decent harddrive and other minute features. My first Xbox was a Pro model and it lasted quite a while before getting the RRoD. I shipped it out, got a new one from Microsoft and sold it to a buddy so that I could buy my next Xbox; an Elite. The Pro model is good if you're a casual gamer and don't intend to install an awful lot of games to your harddrive.
Elite: A good model if you're looking to play a lot of Xbox and/or use an HDTV, as it comes with said cables and a very large harddrive. My Elite was the fastest-to-break model, as it had disc drive issues within a 3-month period. If you've got an HDTV and plan to install a lot of games/movies/music, you might as well start out with this model.
Of course, you can also buy the harddrive separately, but it's up to you to do the math and decide how much space you're going to need alongside the cost/worth ratio. Most games take up anywhere from 3-8 GB depending on what game and if you have any DLC within its file. I myself use the 120 and, honestly, haven't even come remotely close to filling it up--and I have a LOT of DLC/installed games.
RRoD note; supposedly, the newer Xbox360 models in general are more resistant to getting the RRoD, however, it can still happen at any time to any model. As I said, my Elite was the fastest to die while my Arcade is still going strong, and I treat my consoles very well. I wouldn't spend extra cash on the Elite if all you want is stability reassurance.
Thanks for the input, I'm now considering the Pro. If I can find it. My boyfriend said it's discontinued, but I don't know if that's true. I don't want the Arcade as I need a little bit of a hard drive with space. And I honestly didn't want to spend so much for the Elite. Hmmm....still decisions decisions.
It's been a while, but I'm pretty sure your boyfriend is right about the pros being discontinued.
If price is an issue, go with the Arcade. You can add on an HDD down the road when you can afford it. Arcade's only have component outputs though. If you want an HDMI connection you'll have to buy a pricey adapter.
I'd definitely recommend an Elite, especially now. You can probably find some good post-holiday deals on them, and some really good bundles too. Prior to my Elite I had two Pros that both RROD'd on me, which MS fixed no problems, and no charge. My Elite I've had for at least a year without any issues at all, and fairly regular use.
Just note that thanks to Sony, MS opted to stop including HD cables in the box with the Elite when they consolidated their console line-up over the summer, so you'll need to buy the HDMI or component cables seperately.
