badams Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Just finished my first game after purchasing 2006. I'm happy to say Montreal defeated Toronto 10 - 1. Koivu had 6 goals and 2 assists. It's going to be a long year for the Leafs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Is the Gamecube a good system for sports games? I'm thinking of picking up a console and the Gamecube seems to be the cheapest. I only ever play sports games. Is this the right console for me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 "Is this the right console for me?"If you typically own it for sports, EA titles specifically, then yes. Its why I got one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaimoe Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 I concur with Booche, Ollie. Plus it has the best user-friendly remote - not to mention the 2nd best graphics of the big 3.And also, Mario Golf, Tennis, baseball ( so I've heard ) & Mario Party 4 & 6 kick ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badams Posted October 3, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 I've always been a big Sony fan and in fact I own a PS2, X-Box and a GameCube. That being said GameCube gives you more bang for your buck and the Mario Games are awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SevenSeasJim Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 I've always been a big Sony fan and in fact I own a PS2, X-Box and a GameCube. That being said GameCube gives you more bang for your buck and the Mario Games are awesome.So what do you do in your spare time? :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 He runs hockey and football pools or drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 "Is this the right console for me?"If you typically own it for sports, EA titles specifically, then yes. Its why I got one. Where's the best place in town to buy this sort of thing? Best Buy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badams Posted October 3, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 I've always been a big Sony fan and in fact I own a PS2' date=' X-Box and a GameCube. That being said GameCube gives you more bang for your buck and the Mario Games are awesome.[/quote']So what do you do in your spare time? :wink:I go through spurts. I won't touch any games for months then I will play for days straight. The drinking never stops though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmoothedShredder Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 I've played hockey on all three... and I prefered the x-box... though at the time it didn't have online... since then I've switched to the PC for online hockey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaimoe Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 (edited) "Is this the right console for me?"If you typically own it for sports' date=' EA titles specifically, then yes. Its why I got one. [/quote']Where's the best place in town to buy this sort of thing? Best Buy?I'd go to one of those geek game stores like Game Shark or Game Shack. They may have a used system for a dirt cheap price. Sometimes the game stores will throw in a few games with the system as well. Edited October 3, 2005 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Ok, here's the deal breaker... can I play Grand Theft Auto on a Gamecube? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Low Roller Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 That's it, I can't hold out on this topic much longer...Nope. GTA is PS2 exclusive. Having played all three systems, here are my rankings for various categories:Controller: 1. Xbox, 2. PS2, 3. GamecubeSimply put, I hate the Gamecube controller. It feels like it was designed for a child, and the analog stick is not obvious to get to. On the other hand the Xbox controller, although massive, has everything within easy reach. The PS2 is probably the simplest controller, but it's easy to use. The analog controller on the PS2 isn't all that obvious either. All three offer a wireless controller feature.Graphics: 1. Xbox, 2. PS2, 3. GamecubeThis one was tough... all three are essentially great, and each one excels in something different, but overall I'd say that the Xbox is the tightest.Game variety: 1. PS2, 2. Gamecube, 3. XboxThe PS2 has it all and for a reasonable amount of cash. Pro Evolution Soccer 4 is by far the best soccer game I have ever played. BY FAR. Gamecube has a bunch of cutesy games that are fun in large groups (Mario Party in the hizzzouse!). Xbox specializes in games that have impressive graphics, but sometimes are thin on originality.Extras: 1. Xbox, 2. PS2, 3. GamecubeBoth Xbox and PS2 can be used as a DVD player (although for the Xbox you have to buy a seperate DVD add-on), and the Xbox has a hard drive where you can upload mp3 and play the mp3s rather than the in-game music in some games. Imagine playing some racing game while blaring bluegrass chase music! Games I recommend:Regardless of what system you buy, here are some games I recommend for each one.Xbox- Halo, Prince of Persia: The Sands of TimePS2- GTA: San Andreas, Pro Evolution Soccer 4, WWE Smackdown (fun!!)Gamecube- Mario Party, Mario Kart, Mario OrgyI'd say you should wait for the next gen console to come out later this year. You'll be the envy of the neighbourhood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esau Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Pretty much agree with your review Roller,although I've only watched my neice & nephew play gamecube.But I have a PS2 here which I haven't touched once since I got my xbox last year.Xbox does carry GTA San Andreas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 can I play Grand Theft Auto on a Gamecube?THAT is your deal-breaker? I thought it was price and sports games? Screw the Game Cube. Get an XBOX. XBOX Live is the tits! I was at MattyC's one night getting my ass whooped in FIFA 2005 by some 11 year old kid in Sweden. At least I learned some cool moves.You cant play online with the GameCube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 THAT is your deal-breaker? I thought it was price and sports games?Heh, heh, I'm fickle. But I'm still leaning towards the cube.One more question -- do I need to buy a memory card right off the bat? Or does the console come within enough built-in memory to save my NHL 2006 season? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Low Roller Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 The only console that has a built-in hard drive is the Xbox. All the other ones need a memory card (sold seperately of course) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Based on what I have read, get an XBOX with XBOX Live. Seriously. That way you can play opponents at any hour of the day. Screw playing against the computer. I cant see 'tina playing with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badams Posted October 4, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Buy one of each Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hal Johnson Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 If you get an X-Box you can have a computer-nerd friend rig it so you can download and play just about any Sega, Sega Genesis, Nintendo, SNES, N64 game ever inevented. Particularily fun is Super Spike V-Ball with four players. Plus, you can rent X-Box games and burn 'em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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