Well, here we go. Console help

[Onkel Neal]

Originally Posted by Takeda Shingen

Hi guys.

I am a failure as a man. My wife has made it known that she wants a gaming console for Christmas. Despite my repeated attempts to convert her to the inherently superior world of PC gaming, she has persisted in her desire to own a console gaming system. I like having sex, so I have no choice but to indulge her.

She is mostly interested in, get this, fighting games. Yes, fighting games. She has a strong preference towards Street Fighter, Marvel vs Capcom and the like. My question is regarding which system to purchase. Is one inherently better than the other? Is there a looming Skyrim-esque problem regarding content with either the PS3 or XBox 360? Or should I just get the cheaper model.

I know that it denigrates me to ask, but which console would be the prefered console for such games? I don't have a freaking clue. I haven't played a console fighting game since 1994 and, frankly, I feel dirty for purchasing one.

Sincerely,
Ashamed in Pennsylvania

Haha, Tak, you can join the SCSG (SUBSIM CONSOLE SUPPORT GROUP)

I really don't know what to recommend, because as you know, some games only work for certain consoles (I believe that's still true, right? ). I believe both the Xbox and PS3 are great. I wish I had one, I am still stuck with a PS2

For me, console games are fantastic for family and group play, sitting on the sofa, relaxed and rocking the controllers with Madden Football, Tomb Raider, Motocross Racing, Splinter Cell, God of War, and some combat games. What I do not care for and have never become proficient at, is fine aiming with a thumb joystick. For serious games where I intend to hit what I'm aiming at, only a mouse and keyboard is any good.

Let us know what you get, and thumbs up to your wife, you are a lucky man.