Which Console? - Page 5

leowyatt · 13-12-2008, 12:15

Do you like racing games Mark?

Mark · 13-12-2008, 12:27

Easy ones. I played Pole Position on the BBC way back when and it was a special treat when I didn't crash and burn. T'was good fun nonetheless.

The morning after I'm still tempted. Going to talk to the local contingent first though which would probably mean if I'm going to do this I'd do it tomorrow morning (assuming they still have stock).

leowyatt · 13-12-2008, 12:58

Well I figured racing games won't be taxing and if you get yourself a steering wheel you'll be sorted

There are plenty of good racing games on the 360.

Mark · 13-12-2008, 17:43

Sounds like fun. I can crash cars and stuff.

Also found out today there are at least three games I can play on the DS Lite - Brain Training and Eye Training. Did the quick test on Eye Training and ended up where I should be (30s) so maybe something works.

I suspect however that these games aren't particularly representitive of the typical fare and I wouldn't want to be squinting at such a tiny screen for too long, so it's an option but not a high priority one.

Sadly, Zavvi prices have gone back up and I haven't found a BD'er to talk to yet.

Might allow some room to haggle though.

Justsomebloke · 13-12-2008, 17:58

You need a 360 & Forza2 to mate, It's the Ultimate in Boys dream type motor racing/tweaking/designing. This is the game I have played most & for good reason as well. Basically it's a fantasy, You buy a car, Buy bits & bobs to do it up, set it up then go race it, On top of that there is a serious amount of options when it comes to painting including custom decal designs, On top of that there is an in built ebay type motor auction to buy & sell cars.
To support all this there is the Excellent handling & Superb tracks that make for Brilliant online races.
Single player has the Best learning curve I have ever found in a game, Period. Playing the single player takes you up one step at a time beautifully.
I cannot recommend this game highly enough.

As for buying a console it's a no brainer, The amount of fun you get from less than 200 quid is Ridiculous

Mark · 13-12-2008, 18:14

Only problem I fear with games as realistic as that is that I don't drive, so I don't really know what's what. I'm sure that makes no sense whatsoever but it's the sort of thing I think about.

Justsomebloke · 13-12-2008, 18:22

Not an issue as basically it is an Arcade game, It is just the Best arcade driver so it feeels like it has Soul & you get a nice sense of achievement as you go through single player.
Game costs around 12 quid new now mate & will last you over a year, You can also select your own skill level to suit, whether you can drive or not is irrelevent.
BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY

Haly · 13-12-2008, 18:39

Project Gotham Racing 3 and 4 are also good for arcade racers

But has to be said that Forza 2 is the ultimate.

Mark · 13-12-2008, 18:43

Thanks. All noted though I'll not be getting a wheel to start with because it won't fit in the luggage.

What do I need to get at stuff on XBLA? Do I get some free stuff or should I get some points from the outset?

Still not dead set on this but it seems there's enough options to explore.

Justsomebloke · 13-12-2008, 18:45

You'll get a Free month on Live for being Nubtastic.
You can get 3 months live for 14 quid from Woolys anyway & you can pick up some Microsfot points so that you can get some Arcade games to mess with. Thing with Forza2 single player is supreme, It will take you up to Multi player level & bring you on perfectly.

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13-12-2008, 12:15	#41
leowyatt Chef extraordinaire Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Infinite Loop Posts: 11,143	Do you like racing games Mark? __________________ "Dr Sheldon Cooper FTW!"

13-12-2008, 12:58	#43
leowyatt Chef extraordinaire Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Infinite Loop Posts: 11,143	Well I figured racing games won't be taxing and if you get yourself a steering wheel you'll be sorted There are plenty of good racing games on the 360. __________________ "Dr Sheldon Cooper FTW!"

13-12-2008, 17:58	#45
Justsomebloke The Night Worker Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 5,228	You need a 360 & Forza2 to mate, It's the Ultimate in Boys dream type motor racing/tweaking/designing. This is the game I have played most & for good reason as well. Basically it's a fantasy, You buy a car, Buy bits & bobs to do it up, set it up then go race it, On top of that there is a serious amount of options when it comes to painting including custom decal designs, On top of that there is an in built ebay type motor auction to buy & sell cars. To support all this there is the Excellent handling & Superb tracks that make for Brilliant online races. Single player has the Best learning curve I have ever found in a game, Period. Playing the single player takes you up one step at a time beautifully. I cannot recommend this game highly enough. As for buying a console it's a no brainer, The amount of fun you get from less than 200 quid is Ridiculous __________________

13-12-2008, 18:22	#47
Justsomebloke The Night Worker Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 5,228	Not an issue as basically it is an Arcade game, It is just the Best arcade driver so it feeels like it has Soul & you get a nice sense of achievement as you go through single player. Game costs around 12 quid new now mate & will last you over a year, You can also select your own skill level to suit, whether you can drive or not is irrelevent. BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY __________________

13-12-2008, 12:27	#42
Mark Screaming Orgasm Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newbury Posts: 15,194	Easy ones. I played Pole Position on the BBC way back when and it was a special treat when I didn't crash and burn. T'was good fun nonetheless. The morning after I'm still tempted. Going to talk to the local contingent first though which would probably mean if I'm going to do this I'd do it tomorrow morning (assuming they still have stock).

13-12-2008, 17:43	#44
Mark Screaming Orgasm Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newbury Posts: 15,194	Sounds like fun. I can crash cars and stuff. Also found out today there are at least three games I can play on the DS Lite - Brain Training and Eye Training. Did the quick test on Eye Training and ended up where I should be (30s) so maybe something works. I suspect however that these games aren't particularly representitive of the typical fare and I wouldn't want to be squinting at such a tiny screen for too long, so it's an option but not a high priority one. Sadly, Zavvi prices have gone back up and I haven't found a BD'er to talk to yet. Might allow some room to haggle though.

13-12-2008, 18:14	#46
Mark Screaming Orgasm Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newbury Posts: 15,194	Only problem I fear with games as realistic as that is that I don't drive, so I don't really know what's what. I'm sure that makes no sense whatsoever but it's the sort of thing I think about.

13-12-2008, 18:39	#48
Haly Do you want to hide in my box? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 14,941	Project Gotham Racing 3 and 4 are also good for arcade racers But has to be said that Forza 2 is the ultimate. __________________ Halycopter

13-12-2008, 18:43	#49
Mark Screaming Orgasm Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newbury Posts: 15,194	Thanks. All noted though I'll not be getting a wheel to start with because it won't fit in the luggage. What do I need to get at stuff on XBLA? Do I get some free stuff or should I get some points from the outset? Still not dead set on this but it seems there's enough options to explore.

13-12-2008, 18:45	#50
Justsomebloke The Night Worker Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 5,228	You'll get a Free month on Live for being Nubtastic. You can get 3 months live for 14 quid from Woolys anyway & you can pick up some Microsfot points so that you can get some Arcade games to mess with. Thing with Forza2 single player is supreme, It will take you up to Multi player level & bring you on perfectly. __________________