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[TxKnight7]

PC has games from microsoft from sony even some from nintendo all in one system and more to come!, this year we are going to play Hellblade 2, indiana jones, Avowed ,MFS24 and Stalker 2 all in day one! and maybe on Game-Pass?, it is really my prefered platform for many reasons! what about you?

I Already beat most of those games on PC for the first time do you think sony will go day and date in the future?
i am also thinking of buying a steam deck or something more powerful to enjoy the games on the go!

 

[rofif]

Whatever apples and oranges.
I play on ps5 the most because I just like playing on a console.

Is a ferrari faster than kia? yes. of course it is. I still prefer to drive kia on the daily
edit: Me buying new kia has everything to do with that statement lol

 

[Danknugz]

i only game on console if it isn't available on PC. not crazy about graphics from 5 years ago

 

[YOU PC BRO?!]

Possibly, until you factor in cost…

For the price of a decent gaming pc you could buy a PS5, Series X and a Switch. Let’s not forget that there are various competing online stores. Also, no physical ownership of titles. PC has its drawbacks just like other platforms.

 

[Reizo Ryuu]

Always has been, but it's also more expensive, especially now.
"just get a pc instead!" isn't really an option for a lot of people.

 

[Stuart360]

Has been for a long time, and its looking increasingly likely that it will be THE place to be if you're a gamer as more of these console related announcements happen..
A ridiculously massive library already with more than its fair share of AA and Indie exclusives. All third party AAA games, all Xbox games, Soon to be all Playstation games (imo), and you can even run most Nintendo games on emulation.
Mods, cheats, trainers, play games at what settings you want, with controller or K/M, waaay cheaper games than console if you know where to look, free online, by FAR the best versions of games if you have the hardware, etc, etc, etc

 

[PsyEd]

I get to choose the res...I get to make OLD games look/play even better when I get new hardware. Not to mention MODS and stuff like RTX remix...yeah infinite replay value for games.

 

[Lux R7]

i mean it's always the best platform if you like to have options (in terms of setup, controls, graphics, games prices and so on)

 

[bender]

Switch. Soon to be the Switch 2. PC gets a solid second place.

 

[Negotiator101]

The problem with PC gaming is the constant issues that arise with it. It's never straightforward, yes some games will work no worries but others will have issues down to the sheer amount on configurations. So yes and no is the answer.

 

[HeWhoWalks]

It's my top platform, to be sure. PS5 and/or Switch complement it nicely as well!

 

[RoboFu]

Yes
Switch has the best games but over all got to go with pc.

 

[Arsic]

Always has been. Now with a Steam Deck to boot? Lord o mighty.

 

[Little Chicken]

Although I will probably always prefer the ease of a console, PC has always been the best platform, let's be real.

 

[Hohenheim]

Yes! PC is king. Freedom, higher FPS and resolution, mods, incredible amount of great games.
I like consoles too, and have owed almost everyone since the NES, but these days they're getting closer and closer to a feeling like low spec PC's without the freedom that a PC gives.

Nintendo is the only one keeping that old "console feeling" going for me, but i'd be very happy if they also started releasing their games on PC like the other console makes.
I'm always looking forward to getting the newest consoles, but 90% of my gaming is on PC.

When new games like Dragons Dogma runs in 30 fps on console, and I can play it in 60-120 in 4K on my PC.. well, thats a pretty easy choice. And we'll surely see more and more of that going forward.
The combo of a good desktop and a handheld PC, which easily functions as a console too (Legion go for me) is just perfect.

Still have my Gamecube connected to the old CRT TV though. That console is so awesome.

 

[reinking]

Over all? It has always been the most flexible platform. Xbox going day one has helped popularize it even more. Of course, that goes out the window if you like Nintendo games or PlayStation game day one (at least for now).

 

[Mortisfacio]

My setup is flexible for desk + MKB or couch/bed play on the TV with a controller, so yah, PC gives me the options I want + the library of games I want. I own consoles, but only the kids play them.

 

[BennyBlanco]

Steam deck was a total game changer for me. A free handheld version of every game makes me not want to buy things anywhere else, so I don’t.

Switch is also amazing tho and has a crazy lineup of exclusives.

 

[Syphon Filter]

PC was always better to be fair.

 

[analog_future]

Unquestionably yes.

 

[Ribi]

always has been

almost like its both a computer and a media center device.

 

[Guilty_AI]

Its my favorite at least.

 

[TGO]

You can make it into a fantastic one*

 

[lh032]

not for me, console forever!!!!
My old gaming PC (2070s) just to play some really good indie PC exclusive games.

 

[Gaiff]

Whatever apples and oranges.
I play on ps5 the most because I just like playing on a console.

Is a ferrari faster than kia? yes. of course it is. I still prefer to drive kia on the daily
edit: Me buying new kia has everything to do with that statement lol

Kias are awesome. I always thought they were a shit brand because I thought they were affiliated with IKEA but they’re great.

 

[rofif]

Kias are awesome. I always thought they were a shit brand because I thought they were affiliated with IKEA but they’re great.

good to hear. The reputation is mixed but their reputation in last few years is changing.
Both hyundai and kia cars look awesome nowadays

 

[mayham2199]

It has the most options when it comes to games but man can it be a headache that console has just never given me.

 

[Unknown Soldier]

PC is always the best gaming platform throughout all of gaming history but you spend a lot more for the privilege and it's not plug and play like a console

 

[StereoVsn]

Always has been, but it's also more expensive, especially now.
"just get a pc instead!" isn't really an option for a lot of people.

Things got a bit better recently with updated 4070 and 7800xt.

You can put together a competent gaming PC for like $1500 now.

 

[Topher]

y no poll?

 

[Raonak]

Overpriced GPUs that cost double the price of a console, microstutter everywhere and majority of games being broken on release...?

No thanks.

 

[Reizo Ryuu]

You can put together a competent gaming PC for like $1500 now.

Sure, but that's still quite a bit on top of the 470 I saw a ps5 going for today.

 

[Stuart360]

Overpriced GPUs that cost double the price of a console, microstutter everywhere and majority of games being broken on release...?

No thanks.

Except its not like any of that at all.

I mean yes its more expensive, but like anything in life, you get what you pay for, and i dont think anyone has ever tried to deny that. It doesnt change the facts about PC being better though.

 

[Hrk69]

microstutter everywhere and majority of games being broken on release...?

Not true at all lol

Stop believing everything you read on the internet

 

[cash_longfellow]

“Please war with, and yell at each other” the thread. Thanks for your contribution OP

 

[StereoVsn]

Sure, but that's still quite a bit on top of the 470 I saw a ps5 going for today.

Of course it is, but it’s not like a PC can only be used for gaming. Plus you aren’t paying for online, games can generally be had for less, and of course you will have better performance vs a console.

 

[Raonak]

Not true at all lol

Stop believing everything you read on the internet

Ah, yes, disregard all my IRL experiences playing on my own machine and multiple of my friends machines.... and listen to you; a random person on the internet.

 

[DaciaJC]

PC isn't going to be the best choice for everybody. If you don't want to spend more than a few hundred dollars for a gaming system, or you absolutely do not want to deal with troubleshooting, or you simply want the most convenient plug-and-play solution, then yeah, console is going to be more appropriate for you. And that's why all these fanboy-fueled meltdowns about consoles going extinct because of PC ports are absolutely ludicrous.

Speaking personally, though, I think PC is far and away the most enjoyable and satisfying platform. The ability to tweak settings to your preference, to use a huge variety of mods to enrich your experience, even something as simple as being able to use your choice of input device ... you don't really get that on consoles or handhelds or mobile.

 

[djjinx2]

It will get confusing when Xbox is actually a PC.

 

[Senua]

Overpriced GPUs that cost double the price of a console, microstutter everywhere and majority of games being broken on release...?

No thanks.

No true. You only read about the poor ones. The majority of PC releases are solid enough and perform better than consoles if you have the hardware. "Micro stutter everywhere" is just bullshit

 

[Del_X]

Yes, of course. All the "exclusive" shit will trickle up either via ports or emulation eventually. Consoles are literally just walled garden PCs now.

 

[Tsaki]

No because it's not a console

 

[Reizo Ryuu]

Of course it is, but it’s not like a PC can only be used for gaming. Plus you aren’t paying for online, games can generally be had for less, and of course you will have better performance vs a console.

Sure, but I wasn't arguing any of that.

 

[Holammer]

Your console was built by the lowest bidder.

Your PC as much as you can afford, because you're worth it.

 

[StereoVsn]

Sure, but I wasn't arguing any of that.

I don’t think anyone was arguing, just more like conversing.

At the end either one or both can be a good choice. I have a gaming PC AND the consoles as an example.

 

[nemiroff]

 

[Varteras]

 

[Bkdk]

Always has been due to the ability to customize your experience through mods and trainer. A lot of the time even just a no carry weight/increase movement speed/game speed, simple functions offered by trainers could make a huge difference of making a game worth playing or not. PC has been absolute king for gaming all the time and I still play on pc primarily during the darkest time for the platform, around 2008-2012, that was the time when mass majority of gamers say pc is dead lol. What surprised me is how so many people able to enjoy playing games with such little customization options. I only play a few JRPG on consoles if they don’t have pc version but I sure wish I could play them all on pc day 1.

 

[SmokedMeat]

It is.

It’s like a coffee lover that grinds their own beans and takes the time to do a pour over method, versus the person that uses a Keurig.

Some people want the most out of their hobby. Some settle for convenience.

 

[Ceadeus]

My personal nicest surprise this gen has been either Steam deck or Rog Ally. But you're missing out on many games if you're playing exclusively on PC. PC and consoles are complementary of each other. But then I found most games are cheaper being played on console but also to run better than on PC. For exemple Elden Ring or Darktide.