PS2 or PC?

[Fredrick]

Which version would be better to get?

I'm going to have a hard time picking. I mean the PC version will look better, but with the PS2 you get to use a bigger screen and better sound system...

Also the thought of PSU on the PS2 controller is very appealing.

[MasterChuck]

While I'm not sure which version is "better", I thought I'd point out you can in fact use a PS2 controller on your PC using a USB adapter from Radio Shack ($10 USD).

[Inazuma]

and dont forget that today's tvs and monitors are the same thing. there really isnt much of a difference anymore. for example my monitor at work also has component input and my tv at home also has dvi input.

[XredX]

I say PS2 just in case this way if your ps2 some how gets broken you can get it another but as for a PC X.x
my 2cents

but i would like to play it on PC idk y >.>
but im going ps2

[Zelutos]

PS2, that's my choice.

[Tycho]

PC, because I have one.

[coomdoom]

i will probably play on both.

[Rubesahl]

PC... My computer is reasonably impressive so I preffer better visuals. Plus its easier to import, just change language setting to JPN and we're ready to go lol

[kassy]

PC, because my LCD monitor and 5.1 surround sound on my PC is better than any of my TV's I have in the house.

Have a big enough CRT Sony widescreen TV, but I don't like it when it comes to playing games.

1600x1200 resolution is always too appealing to me when it comes to PC versus consoles. I haven't been too impressed with PSU's graphics overall, so I'm looking forward to maxing them on my PC.

[Pseudo]

PC (if it works) but not PS2, i dont like sony`s products.

[Kano-Okami]

On 2006-02-25 06:53, Pseudo wrote:
PC (if it works) but not PS2, i dont like sony`s products.

Had bad experiences with its hardware in the past?
I'm getting PSU for my PS2 because I trust the hardware and because I would have to massively upgrade my PC to run it (its 3 programs away from total system failure, I swear).



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[PrinceBrightstar]

PC outputs at 640x480+ resolution

PS2 outputs at 320x240 resolution (except for cutscenes if you're using component)

[Kano-Okami]

They do have USB dual shock controllers for pretty cheap prices (I bought one at my fleamarket for $6 & ebay has prices under $5),
that way you could have the best of both worlds.
http://i22.ebayimg.com/02/i/04/b4/28/e8_2.JPG (http://search.ebay.com/usb-dual-shock-controller_W0QQcatrefZC6QQcoactionZcompareQQcoentr ypageZsearchQQcopagenumZ1QQfromZR10QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ 3QQftrtZ1QQftrvZ1QQsacatZQ2d1QQsascsZ2QQsbrsrtZl)

[2D]

My PC thats for sure.
My PC will always be better then my Ps2
And its not always true that a t.v has a better sound system. ^_~ I bet you my computer has a better sound system then your T.V.

Plus my computer is just kickass i can max the game no matter how the graphics or memory it uses. ^-^

[Inazuma]

On 2006-02-25 07:26, Jonathan_F wrote:
PC outputs at 640x480+ resolution

PS2 outputs at 320x240 resolution (except for cutscenes if you're using component)



no way is this true. 320x240? isnt that the same rez as the ipod video? lol. now i know the ps2 graphics look like shit, but i doubt they are THAT bad.

[VioletSkye]

Definitely PC. As soon as the AM2 boards are available (hopefully around June 6 http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_wink.gif ) I'll build myself a new monster gaming machine that will blow away anything made by Alienware, Falcon, WidowPC, Voodoo etc. This bad boy will eat up any cutting edge game and spit it out without even breaking a sweat. It will definitely make PSU it's bitch http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_cool.gif

[Kano-Okami]

On 2006-02-25 09:49, VioletSkye wrote:
Definitely PC. As soon as the AM2 boards are available (hopefully around June 6 http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_wink.gif ) I'll build myself a new monster gaming machine that will blow away anything made by Alienware, Falcon, WidowPC, Voodoo etc. This bad boy will eat up any cutting edge game and spit it out without even breaking a sweat. It will definitely make PSU it's bitch http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_cool.gif

-$1000.. http://graphics.gaiaonline.com/images/template/smiles/icon_gonk.gif

[OdinTyler]

On 2006-02-25 08:48, 2D wrote:
And its not always true that a t.v has a better sound system. ^_~ I bet you my computer has a better sound system then your T.V.


Idk, you havent seen my stereo. Unless you spent hundreds & hundreds on your PC speakers, a really decent stereo hooked up to your TV will beat it everytime. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif Also, you can get such a stereo for not alot. Just gotta buy from the right brand (cough) NOT SONY! (cough) http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif

[DamonKatu]

On 2006-02-25 10:37, OdinTyler wrote:


On 2006-02-25 08:48, 2D wrote:
And its not always true that a t.v has a better sound system. ^_~ I bet you my computer has a better sound system then your T.V.


Idk, you havent seen my stereo. Unless you spent hundreds & hundreds on your PC speakers, a really decent stereo hooked up to your TV will beat it everytime. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif Also, you can get such a stereo for not alot. Just gotta buy from the right brand (cough) NOT SONY! (cough) http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif


Damn stragnt....http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif

[ShinMaruku]

Forget both the PC or the PS2. I'm playing this on my PS3. PC be damned.



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[Saffran]

PS2 outputs at 320x240 resolution (except for cutscenes if you're using component)

LOL Megadrive and SNES had such an output.

From the PS2 Hardware FAQ:

Variable from 256 x 224 to 1280 x 1024

[DamonKatu]

On 2006-02-25 11:23, ShinMaruku wrote:
Forget both the PC or the PS2. I'm playing this on my PS3. PC be damned.



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Hello, welcome to the boards. Im the local outcast, Damon Katu. Just dont tant the others or they will issue a dog pile. XD It took me a week to get my back put back in plave.

*reads your side info* yea...I was tranced by sil'fer sence I saw her but she might be...old.



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[ShinMaruku]

Thatnks for the welcome. Strill PC version be damned. Sure my PC can handle this no problem, but the PS3's novelty outweighs the PC.

[Inazuma]

On 2006-02-25 09:49, VioletSkye wrote:
Definitely PC. As soon as the AM2 boards are available (hopefully around June 6 http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_wink.gif ) I'll build myself a new monster gaming machine that will blow away anything made by Alienware, Falcon, WidowPC, Voodoo etc. This bad boy will eat up any cutting edge game and spit it out without even breaking a sweat. It will definitely make PSU it's bitch http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_cool.gif



oh whats so good about this AM2 board? im planning on buying a super awesome new pc for psu also. id like for it to run at full settings at 1200 rez w/o any slowdown. any advice you can give me would be very welcome, thx.

[Segaholic2]

PC, definitely. I don't think it's even a choice, really. The PC version will look a lot better, plus I can use my Xbox 360 controller with it easily.

Also, my sound card isn't too bad. My headphones are really good (~$200 Sennheisers), so I'm not worried about missing much aurally or visually.

[MXdude]

360(crosses fingers)


and id also get it for pc, once i build my new one.

[VioletSkye]

On 2006-02-25 13:38, Inazuma wrote:


On 2006-02-25 09:49, VioletSkye wrote:
Definitely PC. As soon as the AM2 boards are available (hopefully around June 6 http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_wink.gif ) I'll build myself a new monster gaming machine that will blow away anything made by Alienware, Falcon, WidowPC, Voodoo etc. This bad boy will eat up any cutting edge game and spit it out without even breaking a sweat. It will definitely make PSU it's bitch http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_cool.gif



oh whats so good about this AM2 board? im planning on buying a super awesome new pc for psu also. id like for it to run at full settings at 1200 rez w/o any slowdown. any advice you can give me would be very welcome, thx.


A Look At AMD's Socket AM2 Platform (http://www.tomshardware.com/2006/02/21/a_look_at_amds_socket_am2_platform/)
This is going to utilize a revised version of the Socket 940. AMD will also be releasing their new line of Dual Cores which will still be 90nm but as the article explains AMD will be making the shift to 65nm.

I forgot to mention that when you are ready for a new pc, let me know. You'd be better off building one yourself and you'd save money also. I can help you pick out exactly the best parts for the price and I can help you put it together (not that it's difficult lol.)

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[MXdude]

Ill stick with my 3800+ X2(which is going into the new pc im building)

If i send you a PM of everything going into the pc im looking to build, with the price, could you tell me if its a good price and where i coudl get it cheaper?



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[VioletSkye]

On 2006-02-25 15:34, MXdude wrote:
Ill stick with my 3800+ X2(which is going into the new pc im building)

If i send you a PM of everything going into the pc im looking to build, with the price, could you tell me if its a good price and where i coudl get it cheaper?



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Sure, give me a complete list of all your components including brand, model and possibly model number and I'll give you my recommendations http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_smile.gif

[Outrider]

Gonna have to go with PC. My PC needs an upgrade one of these days anyway, and I'd rather pay to upgrade that than to buy the network adaptor to hook up my PS2. I only have one other PS2 online-enabled game as it is, and I only bought it because it was cheap.

But hey, both my brother and I are thinking of getting the game, so maybe one of us will get it for PC and the other for PS2 so we can just play whatever's open. That could work.

[SephYuyX]

If anyone knows the diff btwn FFXI PC and PS2, the same will apply to PSU. Lag, smaller rez, restriction of memory, reducing; quests, colors, textures and everything else. PC ftw. PS2 will just hold back this game as it does with every other multi system game.

ST should drop support for PS2 the second it's released.



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[Alizar]

I recommend the PS2 version for several reasons. 1) enless you hav a good/newer computer it could be slower or less convientent because of processing speeds/Viral damage on your PC. 2)The PS2 can't get viruses and you dont have to worry about PC spec.s 'cause the PS2's stay the same... 3)PS2 got the Dual shock controler...

but u could always buy both.... http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_smile.gif

[JettaBlaze]

I’m going to go with the PS2 version of PSU. I don’t want to have to worry about video card compatibility, DirectX drivers, processor speed, RAM and hard drive space. I don’t like having to read keyboard charts to see what keys control different actions either. I’m lazy. I’d rather just plug the disc in the game console and press buttons on the controller to figure it out on my own. I think I’d rather lounge it out on the couch with the big screen, surround sound and wireless controller too. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a PC gamer too. But unless the user interface is complex, like World of Warcraft, I don’t think I’m going to bother with the inconveniences associated with PC games.

[Kano-Okami]

On 2006-02-26 18:22, Alizar wrote:
3)PS2 got the Dual shock controler...

but u could always buy both.... http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_smile.gif

I mentioned earlier that there are USB Dual Shock controllers that you can use with the pc, and most of them are inexpensive, the only catch is knowing how to map the controller but even that isn't much of a problem.

[THEMASTERG1]

pc

[_Tek_]

depends if i get a pc or not, by that time.

[kazuma56]

I'm going PS2, my PC isn't that great and PSU probably won't even look that good on a PC anyway (if its the shots from screenies, it isn't something that will look much better/worse then what the PS2 will push). That and I don't want to learn the PC controls nor spend money on a device that will only be used on 1 game.

[TheWildJoker]

IM WITH THE PS2 ALL THE WAYY!!!!!!!!!!!! WHOOOOO the ps2 is a gaming system you have it for a reason . i mean so why not buy games for it and im sure the pc will have better graphics and all this stuff but if u dont have all them PC upgrades like me. Id use the ps2 lol.

[ShinMaruku]

PS3. Forget the other two. I'll be enjoying this on my PS3 in HD XD

[fumatanera]

me too pstwo. i'm not even thinking about getting a ps3 for a while. PSU should take up most of my time ( i hope ":P)

[HUnewearl_Meira]

On 2006-02-25 08:49, Inazuma wrote:
no way is this true. 320x240? isnt that the same rez as the ipod video? lol. now i know the ps2 graphics look like shit, but i doubt they are THAT bad.


It is true, in fact. That's the only way the PS2's shoddy combination of hardware can hope to pass as many polygons as it does. It's roughly half the resolution of the Dreamcast. The PS2 also doesn't have any hardware support for anti-aliasing, which is why games are either blurry or have jagged edges. Outputting to a TV, however, these flaws that would be openly apparent on a PC aren't really very noticeable. There are very good reasons why developers don't actually *like* to develop for the PS2.




On 2006-02-25 10:37, OdinTyler wrote:

Idk, you havent seen my stereo. Unless you spent hundreds & hundreds on your PC speakers, a really decent stereo hooked up to your TV will beat it everytime. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif Also, you can get such a stereo for not alot. Just gotta buy from the right brand (cough) NOT SONY! (cough) http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif



If it's a really good stereo, you can use it in lieu of standard PC speakers. You'd be amazed at what you can accomplish with a Sound Blaster Audigy and a Bose sound system; and all things considered, you can get a sound system for your PC for only a couple of hundred dollars that'll produce a level of sound quality comparable to high-end stereo systems that cost thousands.

Really, in terms of what's going to be better, it depends on what you've got and what you're willing to spend. If you're unable to spend a whole lot, then it may go either way, but if you've got deep pockets, then hands down, you're going to be able to get a far superior experience from a high-end PC.

Personally, I expect that I'll be using both, depending on my mood, where I am, and what else is going on around me; though I'll probably be biased toward my PC for the superior graphics. Either way, I'll be at my computer anyway, seeing as my PS2 is hooked up to it.

[Spacepest]

On 2006-02-26 09:38, SephirothYuyX wrote:
If anyone knows the diff btwn FFXI PC and PS2, the same will apply to PSU. Lag, smaller rez, restriction of memory, reducing; quests, colors, textures and everything else. PC ftw. PS2 will just hold back this game as it does with every other multi system game.

ST should drop support for PS2 the second it's released.



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Agreed. I've played both versions of FFXI, on my pc and ps2. PC version of that game blows the the ps2 version out of the water graphics wise. The ps2 FFXI's graphics look like the crappiest low rez setting my pc has, and I'm not even playing on a high end computer.

While I am happy for cross platform gaming, I feel bad for ps2 owners, who have to deal with such eye bleedingly bad graphics.

[scott1114]

I'm going ps2 cause anyways I don't think I'll be playing online, and my computer blows

[TheWildJoker]

yea im not getting a ps3 untill atleast 5 months later cuz theyre are always problems when new systems 1st come out . so ima wait anyways. im sure more ppl will have a ps2 than a ps2 anyway cuz a ps3 is so expensive.

[virus499]

This is an easy choice for me...all PC there will be no comparison to the graphics on PC and PS2...my graphics card at 512mb I will be on the PC version....thats if it ever comes out at least.

[scott1114]

Ps2 since I bought one only for that game and that my PC blows

[Sev]

Yeah... I'm going with PC. I'm slowly putting more and more money into my computer, though I'd like to do it all at once. As it stands, my computer is fine, I'm just wanting more and more is all.

Get an adapter for an existing controller, play on PC with my monitor, and buy a PS2 copy as well if I have the money for it. PSU on the go after all, although I take my PC to alotta places.

[BORBAN]

Definately PS2 I don't like computer controls. even though that didn't stop me from getting City of Villains.

[ShinMaruku]

This will be sitting on my huge damn HDTV! With this runnin off my HDD all in High Definition. Becuase my parnets don't like me using my PC for gaming and The boomerang looks weird...

[Saraphim]

I don't have a PS2, so PC for me, but even if I had both PS2 and PC I would still choose PC, better visuals and to me PSO is easier to play on the PC (Blue Burst) than on NGC. It stands to reason that PSU will be the same in that respect too.

[Ginjin]

I plan to buy both.
When the ps2 version comes out in Japan I'll pick it up and play thru the offline story mode. (hoping against all hope that its got an english option or at least a translation in gamefaqs...) Also I'll get the collector pack so I can get ALL the goodies that come with it http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_smile.gif. Then when it comes to the states I'll trade all of my old games in and get the pc version for next to nothing and use THAT to play online since I know its got better graphics.



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[voxie]

On 2006-03-23 00:14, Ginjin wrote:
I plan to buy both.
When the ps2 version comes out in Japan I'll pick it up and play thru the offline story mode. (hoping against all hope that its got an english option or at least a translation in gamefaqs...) Also I'll get the collector pack so I can get ALL the goodies that come with it http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_smile.gif. Then when it comes to the states I'll trade all of my old games in and get the pc version for next to nothing and use THAT to play online since I know its got better graphics.

Man, I'd love to do that. But requires me to hunt and invest in a modded PS2 aswell, sigh :/ plus, still don't know if with PS2, you need to be connected to the net, even when playing offline mode (as with PC, apparently?).

The alpha plan, if we can afford it, is get both EU PS2 and PC versions for me and my brother. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif

[Tuxedose]

I will get the ps2 version cause: The Game is made for Console you will get the best feeling playing it on the ps2. Also the graphics will probably look better on ps2 with no worries about lagging and such. I hate pc games cause of that. Also ps2 version will have less bugs that I am sure of its usally a pc problem with alot of bugs. even thou the graphics is lower res I dont think that u will notice much diffrence and from the screens I have seen comparing the two versions it looks like the ps2 version is a bit better actually. Anyways I will got he way of the console http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_smile.gif. Byt he way the only reason I play Pso:BB for the pc is cause it has Episode 4. Well all this is my opinion at least but we all think diffrent.

[Sev]

I just have trouble thinking the something will look better on the PS2 then on a PC. It would all depend on conditions, but I just feel like it's sorta impossible. It doesn't matter to me though, I'm simply going PC becasue my monitor is better then my TV, and it gives me an excuse to build up on my PC.

[RadicalEd]

does anyone have any techinical reasons why one would be better than the other? ... i dont really care bout the graphics too much.. i wanna know which will be safer ^ ^; ... say like... patches being downloaded by pc? ..... or possibly being better for preventing something bad happening? x_ x

[ShinMaruku]

I feel too many focus on graphics too much and will be exploited when the time comes

[Jools]

When I went to TGS the PC one was much nicer.

-Jools

[ShinMaruku]

My previous notion still stands.

[Tuxedose]

On 2006-04-05 09:32, ShinMaruku wrote:
My previous notion still stands.




Well the Ps2 version is probably safer from Hacking. Even thou both version go for server side saving. Its always easier to hack a pc game. And I also think that the ps2 version will be 500% more stable than the pc version as always. Fewer bugs and such.