Franknbeans 46 Posted November 6, 2014 What do you have, what do you want, pros/cons, let's hear 'em. Kiddies are bugging me for one of them but I truly am clueless. Right now, they're rocking a vintage Intellivision. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Saint Elistan 106 Posted November 6, 2014 Kids? Ages 1-10 Wii U Ages 11-15 Xbox One Ages 16+ PS4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Franknbeans 46 Posted November 6, 2014 8 and 9, soon to be 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mungwater 588 Posted November 6, 2014 Kids? Ages 1-10 Wii U Ages 11-15 Xbox One Ages 16+ PS4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herbivore 904 Posted November 6, 2014 What do you have, what do you want, pros/cons, let's hear 'em. Kiddies are bugging me for one of them but I truly am clueless. Right now, they're rocking a vintage Intellivision. If they plan to play online, consider getting one that friends or cousins have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Saint Elistan 106 Posted November 6, 2014 8 and 9, soon to be 10 Wii U is a solid choice then. Especially with the potential for sibling rivalry! Definitely get these so they can play together... Mario Kart 8 (Competitive Racing) - Already Released Super Smash Brothers (Competitive & Co-Operative Fighting) - Coming November 21st Rayman Legends (Co-Operative Platforming) I would also consider... Pikmin 3 Super Mario 3D World Legend of Zelda: Windwaker HD Wii U is also the cheapest investment at the moment, so that's a plus for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mungwater 588 Posted November 6, 2014 If they plan to play online, consider getting one that friends or cousins have. :oldmaid: they shouldn't be playing, they should be playing with each other's genitals! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Saint Elistan 106 Posted November 6, 2014 :oldmaid: they shouldn't be playing, they should be playing with each other's genitals! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frozenbeernuts 1,652 Posted November 6, 2014 Get an xbox one or ps4. They will grow out of the wii. I just bought xbox one, these are my first impressions. It comes with a hdmi cable which is a nice bonus. The new controller is lighter. The r2 and l2 buttons, however, seem more difficult to press, as in transitioning from the "trigger" buttons to the r2 l2 buttons isnt as fluid as it should be. The controller still comes with AA batteries, so a rechargeable pack is separate. Absolutely stupid. interface is very similar to the new windows program. Not as easy to navigate at first, but kids usually figure it out quickly. Basically what herbivore said, get them the system that most of their friends have. Right now some games like cod are having server problems, but not all games are. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KSB2424 3,082 Posted November 6, 2014 My soon to be 6 year old is getting a WiiU for Christmas. He loves the whole Mario stuff and dad likes the sports games. I feel like that is the proper gaming system for kids. Once they become teenagers they'll want the XBox One / PS4 type system. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sho Nuff 719 Posted November 6, 2014 Have: PS2...don't really use it much anymore. Wii...kids still use this from time to time. Want: Son wants an XBox 360...just to play minecraft which he already does on the computer and iPad. Is probably rather have the PS4 just because I prefer the PS controllers over Xbox controllers by far. Will probably hold off til next year's birthday or Christmas to upgrade for him (and me) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frozenbeernuts 1,652 Posted November 6, 2014 Have: PS2...don't really use it much anymore. Wii...kids still use this from time to time. Want: Son wants an XBox 360...just to play minecraft which he already does on the computer and iPad. Is probably rather have the PS4 just because I prefer the PS controllers over Xbox controllers by far. Will probably hold off til next year's birthday or Christmas to upgrade for him (and me) Controller is much better. I think the new xbox controller is worse than before. Its nice that the controller is lighter, but the old one never seemed heavy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
5-Points 2,715 Posted November 6, 2014 Just FYI, the XBONE has a built in camera and microphone that are always on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drobeski 3,061 Posted November 6, 2014 :oldmaid: they shouldn't be playing, they should be playing with each other's genitals!how else do you expect them to grow up normal? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sho Nuff 719 Posted November 6, 2014 Controller is much better. I think the new xbox controller is worse than before. Its nice that the controller is lighter, but the old one never seemed heavy. Ive never been a fan of Xbox controllers. Maybe because I had always had a playstation and then the PS2. Just always thought the Sony Controller was perfect and much more useful to me and intuitive than the Xbox controllers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iam90sbaby 2,120 Posted November 6, 2014 Kids? Ages 1-10 Wii U Ages 11-15 Xbox One Ages 16+ PS4 Bingo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GobbleDog 815 Posted November 6, 2014 i-5 4690K GTX 670 16 gb RAM ASUS Maximus VII Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted November 6, 2014 Im a big playstation fan. If you get a console id say ps4. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rholio 339 Posted November 6, 2014 There's a few questions you need to ask when choosing a video game system: 1) Do you like video games? yes- buy a PC no- next question: 2) Do you have any friends? no- buy a PS4 yes- next question: 3) Real friends or online friends? real- buy a Wii U Online- buy an Xbox One http://www.giftsforageek.com/marketplace/418094978/Video_Game_Flow_Chart_Mousepad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frozenbeernuts 1,652 Posted November 7, 2014 The xbox controller is really annoying me. I wish my friends would have bought a ps4 because it is definitely superior. But again, if the kids friends all have xbox, get him an xbox. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drobeski 3,061 Posted November 7, 2014 Get him a bicycle or a fishing rod, have him go outside and play life. HTH Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Franknbeans 46 Posted November 7, 2014 Get him a bicycle or a fishing rod, have him go outside and play life. HTH new bicycles have already been purchased Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Franknbeans 46 Posted November 21, 2014 I'm leaning Xbox 360 slim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,540 Posted November 21, 2014 If you were on your game you could have had a PS4 for 97 bucks yesterday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sho Nuff 719 Posted November 21, 2014 I'm leaning Xbox 360 slim Loses support and new games in about 2 years. We are leaning that way for my son though too. He really wants one...but are not going to justify a $400 system and games as a Christmas gift. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,540 Posted November 21, 2014 Loses support and new games in about 2 years. We are leaning that way for my son though too. He really wants one...but are not going to justify a $400 system and games as a Christmas gift. Xbox for Xmas no games. 1 game for bday Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mungwater 588 Posted November 21, 2014 If you were on your game you could have had a PS4 for 97 bucks yesterday. Where? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Franknbeans 46 Posted November 21, 2014 Loses support and new games in about 2 years. We are leaning that way for my son though too. He really wants one...but are not going to justify a $400 system and games as a Christmas gift. I got a line on a used one with about 10 games, mostly sports for 2 bills. The shooter games are too old for my kids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,540 Posted November 21, 2014 Where? http://www.polygon.com/2014/11/19/7245707/wal-mart-got-scammed-into-selling-ps4-consoles-for-90 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drizzay 643 Posted November 21, 2014 http://slickdeals.net/f/7386022-xbox-one-console-bundled-with-assassins-creed-unity-and-black-flag-335-no-tax-in-most-states Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sho Nuff 719 Posted November 21, 2014 Xbox for Xmas no games. 1 game for bday Bday is in September. Worst gift ever that would sit around for that long. Even at its cheapest...its something like $329 (probably with Halo or something on black friday). With one controller. Ive considered it...still considering it...but he knows the cost and he won't be getting much else if he gets the One. He has talked about the 360 and knows he could get more games that way and with money he earns or gets from family and stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,540 Posted November 21, 2014 Bday is in September. Worst gift ever that would sit around for that long. Even at its cheapest...its something like $329 (probably with Halo or something on black friday). With one controller. Ive considered it...still considering it...but he knows the cost and he won't be getting much else if he gets the One. He has talked about the 360 and knows he could get more games that way and with money he earns or gets from family and stuff. I wasn't being serious. stop being a cheap fock Moz and buy your kid what he wants Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sho Nuff 719 Posted November 21, 2014 I wasn't being serious. stop being a cheap fock Moz and buy your kid what he wants Its not about being cheap...its about not setting them up to expect $400 gifts and always get what they want. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Franknbeans 46 Posted November 21, 2014 Its not about being cheap...its about not setting them up to expect $400 gifts and always get what they want. Ha, My kids really want an iPad and this would be their consolation gift. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kilroy69 993 Posted November 22, 2014 Sega Genesis I swear to god Kroger is selling brand new segas in the package with old school games at their stores now. I laughed when I saw that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sho Nuff 719 Posted November 22, 2014 I swear to god Kroger is selling brand new segas in the package with old school games at their stores now. I laughed when I saw that. Atari and Intelivision too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
