if you don't have the time you can always buy it... usually they're 20% off the MS store if they've been on GP for a while or are about to leave...
or just buy it like you normally do
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Should I get an XSX or a PS5?
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or just buy it like you normally do
Robb
Gold Member
I can only speak about the Series X thus far. It's my first Xbox and I'm very impressed with how well everything works and all the features. Fantastic system imo.
Sounds like Ps5 might be more up your alley though if you already have a lot of Ps4 games. Maybe get a Series S for now and a Ps5 when you are able to catch one?
Sounds like Ps5 might be more up your alley though if you already have a lot of Ps4 games. Maybe get a Series S for now and a Ps5 when you are able to catch one?
Fredrik
Member
Just like you could try finding cheap deals for PS5 games you could try finding cheap deals for Gamepass. I’m paying $5/month for GP Ultimate until 2024. Most definitely worth it.
Gameplaylover
Member
Give 12 minutes a try. Awesome game!.
Topher
Gold Member
Makes more sense to only subscribe if/when there is a game that I want to play. That's why I do using MS Rewards points. In either case, I personally wouldn't make a platform decision based solely upon that possibility. For me, PlayStation has far more compelling games. But that's me and every one Is different. That's why I say follow the games. If they take you to Game Pass then that works just fine.
jeffyjaixx
Member
Do you have a gaming PC?
PS5 now since you already have exclusives to play. XSX later.
PS5 now since you already have exclusives to play. XSX later.
Justin9mm
Member
If I buy it I would buy physical used. Even at 20% off it would be too high price.
The point I was making is GP is not worth the $16 per month to me, besides Forza I could not give two shits about MS current exclusives either except now they have Bethesda also but besides that lol, I'd rather invest in my PS5 ecosystem because that's where the games are that I want to play.
I had a One X and might get a Series X later if there are new MS Exclusives I want to play though. I'm sure there will be a few if MS gets their shit together and actually delivers on the great games they have been promising for more than a decade.
vaibhavpisal
Member
On my list along with Psychonauts 2.
Well ofcourse if you like exclusives from a company decisively, you wouldn't be asking this question.
But most people are open to playing new games from different platforms. In that case such things can matter.
Jaysen
Banned
Third party games are now cheaper on Xbox overall because Sony has stopped allowing major retailers from discounting PSN cards like they used to. I can still routinely buy Xbox and Nintendo cards at a discount. Combined with the jump to 70 dollars for their exclusives, I’m turning more and more to my Xbox, which I never did last gen. Sony actively being assholes is a real turnoff.
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Nitty_Grimes
Made a crappy phPBB forum once ... once.
Yes.
Topher
Gold Member
Which is right in line with what I said, follow the games. If they take you to a different platform then there you go. Being open to playing on different platforms is exactly my point. My fondness for PS games doesn't get in the way of that.
Nickolaidas
Member
Don't know how to help.
If you cannot afford buying a lot of games, XSX is the way to go. With just 15$ per month, you get the creme de la creme of Microsoft games.
If you cannot live without PS exclusives, go snatch a PS5.
You can always get one now, and the other after 2-3 years.
If you cannot afford buying a lot of games, XSX is the way to go. With just 15$ per month, you get the creme de la creme of Microsoft games.
If you cannot live without PS exclusives, go snatch a PS5.
You can always get one now, and the other after 2-3 years.
HTK
Banned
Dude you definitely don't need to PC considering how great these consoles are and your choice of games.
I only recommend PC now if you play PC strategy games and if you're a really competitive gamer. Otherwise no point for a newcomer.
Bernd Lauert
Banned
My plan is getting an XSX first, enjoy Gamepass for a couple years, then buy PS5 once some good exclusives are out.
Buggy Loop
Member
And by that I mean a PC. Sony exclusives might take more time than Microsoft’s day 1, but with patience, it’s the ultimate platform. Plug on TV, start into steam big screen automatically, voilà.
TLZ
Banned
You said it. That's your answer right there.
Exactly, you had to buy additional storage to make it usable.
supernova8
Banned
Don't bother buying either unless you can get them at regular retail price.
There is very little point in paying scalper prices for a console that:
1) doesn't have much in the way of "real" next-gen experiences
2) is the first iteration and therefore more likely to break/have issues compared to later revisions.
There is very little point in paying scalper prices for a console that:
1) doesn't have much in the way of "real" next-gen experiences
2) is the first iteration and therefore more likely to break/have issues compared to later revisions.
But I can still play games on my vanilla XB1 and PS4 I got in 2013. I'd rather wait till theres enough games I'm interested in than get performance boosts for my older titles.
Bernd Lauert
Banned
I disagree with the first point. You couldn't pay me enough to go back to last gen consoles. They're fucking horrible.
AV
We ain't outta here in ten minutes, we won't need no rocket to fly through space
This is not something you should ever base a purchase on. Imagine buying a console because you thought Scalebound was gonna be awesome.
DenchDeckard
Moderated wildly
Obvious answer, if you want to play returnal, ratchet and clank, demons souls horizon when it's out and god of war sometime in 2022 then get the ps5.
If you want an insane amount of first and third party games in game pass and play Halo single player and multi with some forza horizon action get the xbox.
If money is tight I personally think an xbox with game pass is mega but of you are happy to pay 70 dollars to play games then go for ps5. I personally only think returnal is worth the cost of investment. If I'd bought the rest digitally at full price I'd feel sick.
If you want an insane amount of first and third party games in game pass and play Halo single player and multi with some forza horizon action get the xbox.
If money is tight I personally think an xbox with game pass is mega but of you are happy to pay 70 dollars to play games then go for ps5. I personally only think returnal is worth the cost of investment. If I'd bought the rest digitally at full price I'd feel sick.
sainraja
Member
Look at the games both consoles have now and will have in the future and make your decision off of that.
Fredrik
Member
This was my plan as well. Then came Returnal, interest rising, and then came Ratchet & Clank and that was that, insta-bought first chance I got.
Fbh
Member
I think it depends on how much you like Sony exclusives. If they are some of your most anticipated games then go for a ps5.
Otherwise I'd say go with Xbox since you can get a ton of value from Gamepass and at this point the library of both consoles is like 98% the same.
Ideally you'll probably want to get both though I think even of you plan on doing that getting an Xbox first makes sense. Then grabb a Ps5 later when it has more exclusives and they aren't all $70
Otherwise I'd say go with Xbox since you can get a ton of value from Gamepass and at this point the library of both consoles is like 98% the same.
Ideally you'll probably want to get both though I think even of you plan on doing that getting an Xbox first makes sense. Then grabb a Ps5 later when it has more exclusives and they aren't all $70
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Martinski43
Member
If you have a PC, get game pass and a PS5. Covers it all
Gamepass on PC isn’t nearly as good as an experience overall imo. Even if you get some really good games like Crusader Kings 3.
Hendrick's
If only my penis was as big as my GamerScore!
Once you experience Game Pass you will know you’ve made the right decision.
Derktron
Banned
That's a good question to even ask, the bad thing is which one to get when either one of them is available to get. For me, I would say get a PS5 if you get lucky enough to even find one. As for Series X, it depends if you don't have a PC or a good internet connection to run cloud gaming through xCloud. I got the Series X to hold me off till more PS5 becomes more available to purchase. But if you want a program that allows you to play games without paying a lot for anything. I would go with Xbox for Gamepass. But again if you have a PC then you don't need an Xbox. I guess it depends on what you are looking for. Both systems offer good things.
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MrMephistoX
Member
This is the true answer get whatever you can find first and buy the other one later. Right now the exclusives on PS5 put it over the top but I’m also counting PS4 exclusives I’ve enjoyed playing through at better frame rates that I didn’t finish last Gen.
Martinski43
Member
I know the reason for me is Gamepass vs buying games for $70 (or €85 in my region) very few games are worth paying the premium for on PS5. Both Ratchet and Returnal I got on “deals” for €60 .. at least they were cheaper than the msrp.
PS+ collection and games you get are decent also.
mejin
Member
PS5 now and 2024 you can get an Xbox if their promised games are released and are good.
NinjaBoiX
Member
This is my post all typed out for me and ready to go.
I have an S now (which is kind of a next gen stepping stone console if we’re honest with ourselves), but I’ll eventually get a PS5 when they’re in stock.
reinking
Gold Member
I would recommend Game Pass for someone new to gaming. However, OP already said he has a preference for Sony exclusives. In his case, Game Pass should not be the deciding factor. Quantity isn't always the solution.