PS3 + a PC, what does that leave for the 360? - Page 7

Pumpkinstew · 02-07-2009, 22:01

There is that. I did compare my first few hours on Mass Effect with a pad to being like using a KB and mouse but wearing oven gloves.

NokkonWud · 02-07-2009, 23:33

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Originally Posted by Briggykins

And no keyboard and mouse, which is still the reason PC will always be my preferred platform for my preferred type of game (FPS). It just can't be beat.

I've argued this before. It can't be beaten on a competitive level, but on a standard level a joypad can be just as much fun, for me, I would argue more so.

Streeteh · 02-07-2009, 23:35

I've always felt that in terms of enjoyment both the pad and the keyboard and mouse are more than acceptable. In terms of performance a kb+mouse blows the pad away but my competitive TFC days are long behind me, i'm only in this for fun these days so i'll just play whatever is good, regardless of what control method is required.

Davey_Pitch · 03-07-2009, 09:04

If you're after pixel perfect precision then no-one can argue that the pad can match the keyboard and mouse, it's just not possible. However, the pad allows me to do something my keyboard and mouse don't - it lets me sit on my comfy couch playing COD4 online on a 42" LCD. That comfort and ease of use is why I now prefer FPS games on the console. It's completely a personal choice for me though as I don't play competitively which is where the keyboard and mouse are virtually essential.

Dunketh · 03-07-2009, 21:36

I prefer the control pad these days, but I am fully aware that the mouse and keyboard is still the 'best' option.

Kreeeee · 07-07-2009, 22:03

I'm not decrepit yet so I still have a strong preference for KB/M

NokkonWud · 08-07-2009, 01:37

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Originally Posted by Kreeeee

I'm not decrepit yet so I still have a strong preference for KB/M

Tell that to Halo. Beeeetch.

Pumpkinstew · 08-07-2009, 15:17

What about keyboard and mouse versus wiimote and nunchuk?

Streeteh · 08-07-2009, 15:19

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Originally Posted by Pumpkinstew

What about keyboard and mouse versus wiimote and nunchuk?

Wiimote is a slight step up from the pad if used correctly (Metroid is a example of good usage and, going by reviews, conduit is an example of bad usage). But there are still problems, turning is still slower with a wiimote (this is the main problem with pads too) and it has a slight latency detecting movement which will always be a big disadvantage.

It's a step in the right direction but still nowhere near as good as a mouse.

Aboobie · 08-07-2009, 16:18

So Mr Streeteh, now you've now had one a week or so, what are your thoughts?

02-07-2009, 22:01	#61
Pumpkinstew Absinthe Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Mostly Oxford, Sometimes Bristol Posts: 1,156	There is that. I did compare my first few hours on Mass Effect with a pad to being like using a KB and mouse but wearing oven gloves. __________________ Get old, or die tryin' PSTEWREVIEWS - Chunks of Meaty Reviews, Mixed with Your Five a Day of News, Comment and Opinion, Floating in a Broth of Suspect Grammar and Seasoned Liberally with Mixed Metaphor. Tasty.

02-07-2009, 23:35	#63
Streeteh Vodka Martini Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Kingston Posts: 862	I've always felt that in terms of enjoyment both the pad and the keyboard and mouse are more than acceptable. In terms of performance a kb+mouse blows the pad away but my competitive TFC days are long behind me, i'm only in this for fun these days so i'll just play whatever is good, regardless of what control method is required. __________________ PSN & Live! ID: Streeteh

03-07-2009, 09:04	#64
Davey_Pitch I iz speshul Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 6,296	If you're after pixel perfect precision then no-one can argue that the pad can match the keyboard and mouse, it's just not possible. However, the pad allows me to do something my keyboard and mouse don't - it lets me sit on my comfy couch playing COD4 online on a 42" LCD. That comfort and ease of use is why I now prefer FPS games on the console. It's completely a personal choice for me though as I don't play competitively which is where the keyboard and mouse are virtually essential. __________________ Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine as children do. It's not just in some of us; it is in everyone. And as we let our own lights shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.

07-07-2009, 22:03	#66
Kreeeee Long Island Iced Tea Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 278	I'm not decrepit yet so I still have a strong preference for KB/M __________________

08-07-2009, 15:17	#68
Pumpkinstew Absinthe Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Mostly Oxford, Sometimes Bristol Posts: 1,156	What about keyboard and mouse versus wiimote and nunchuk? __________________ Get old, or die tryin' PSTEWREVIEWS - Chunks of Meaty Reviews, Mixed with Your Five a Day of News, Comment and Opinion, Floating in a Broth of Suspect Grammar and Seasoned Liberally with Mixed Metaphor. Tasty.

03-07-2009, 21:36	#65
Dunketh Long Island Iced Tea Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 178	I prefer the control pad these days, but I am fully aware that the mouse and keyboard is still the 'best' option.

08-07-2009, 16:18	#70
Aboobie Vodka Martini Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Beverley Posts: 749	So Mr Streeteh, now you've now had one a week or so, what are your thoughts? __________________

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