PS2 vs Game Cube

[Shao Feng-Li]

MY X Box fried. So should I get a PS2, or a Gamecube?

[Vyse]

Well for me, I mostly use my PS2 for anime DVDs and PS1 RPGs, the only games I have for PS2 are the .Hack series and Kingdom Hearts. But I also like Game Cube because of all the classic games series it has on it. So its really a toss up.

[Shao Feng-Li]

oi... I wanna play Budokai one and two, Zelda, kingdom hearts... im not to sure about .hack.... that help?

[cbwing0]

Well you can definitely get Budokai 1&2, as well as the Kingdom Hearts series on the PS2. It has by far the biggest selection, and unless you can't bear to be without the Nintendo mascot characters (which doesn't seem likely given that you had an XBox before), PS2 would be a better choice.

Other notable PS2 titles/franchises:
Final Fantasy Series
Dynasty Warriors Series
Street Fighter EX3
Marvel vs. Capcom 2
Resident Evil: Outbreak
Silent Hill Series
Soul Calibur 2 (also on other systems)
Eyetoy (quite fun, especially at parties )
Contra: Shattered Soldier
Twisted Metal: Black
Ratchet and Clank
Gran Turismo

And the list goes on and on...

[matrix]

MY X Box fried. So should I get a PS2, or a Gamecube?

definately PS2 it can play dvds ps1 games and PS2 games
gamecube is good because of all the classics but i would get a PS2

[skynes]

Just depends on your fave games.

Gamecube has Mario, Zelda, Metroid, F-Zer on stuff. PS2 can play DVDs (not much cop if you already HAVE a DVD player) and has Final Fantasy etc. Personal Preference.

Just wondering - Why did your X-Box fry? I want a reason to slag Microsoft!

[Saint]

PS2 the unkillable... that system still has so much great stuff coming out and the largest history of games with all the PS1 games. (my gamecube is for zelda and Resident evil... fun but the list is short).

[Zedian]

If you want some classic exclusive titles then go with Gamecube -- the system has all the bells and whisltes in that department, better yet some are only for GC. PS2 is the multipurpose system for the all-around gamer. If you hardcore stuff, get it yet there some games that require little-to-no attention needed. Hard call, it depends on what you want more. Keep in mind that Gamecube is a LOT cheaper at only 89 dollars or something like that.

[Elric_kun]

your X Box died? ; ; im hoping it had a *sniff* good life; ;
....eer, back on topic, id say the PS2(Kingdom Hearts Final Mix, Naruto, RaXhephon, ect...)^^

[Solid Ronin]

I say PS2 cause it seems most of the Gamecube games are for small children

[Ashley]

I have both systems personally, and I prefer the playstation 2. Yes the GC has a lot of really good games---metroid prime, zelda, etc.--but it is nothing compared to the vast library of excellent games the PS2 has. And considering I never had a ps1, this was the chance for me to play all those other games too--so it was like a 2 for 1 deal. As far as the GC games, perhaps you can just borrow from a friend to enjoy the few good games it has.

Oh and PS2 = DDR! That's reason enough. ^^

[Link Antilles]

My vote is on the Gamecube.... why? I'm a Nintendo fan and I'm cheap. I grew up with Nintendo... so yeah, I'm with Nintendo to the end. Otherwise get a new X-box.


List on Gamecube games I recommend, Gamecube only too:


Metroid Prime
Metal Gear Solid
Rogue Squadron II
Rogue Squadron III
Star Fox Adventures
The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker
Resident Evil Zero
Resident Evil
Eternal Darkness
Super Smash Bros.
Super Mario Sunshine
Pikmin
Animal Crossing


In the end, both the Gamecube and PS2 have plenty of titles to keep you entertained.... it really comes down to the controller... I personally dislike the PS2 controller.

Other things I'd like to add.... The Gamecube is a very reliable system and has the best wireless controller on the market, the Wavebird.

There are four reasons why I won't buy a PS2, One: it's overprice Two: the controller is outdated and poorly designed (I can play fine, it's just uncomfortable), Three: I despise Sony (I like alot M$ more), Four: it's unreliable (I've borrowed a few PS2s before, maybe they all were defective, but this is enough to turn me off from buying any Sony system.) But, that's just me.

[Vyse]

I say PS2 cause it seems most of the Gamecube games are for small children

No, most games on Game Cube are those that people of all ages I think Shiggy once jokingly said that he makes his games for everyone between 9 and 90 can enjoy, Game Cube to my knowldgw has no E-C rated games. And yes, I'm 20 and I love Mario, Sonic(not first party, but still), and Zelda.

[cbwing0]

Two: the controller is outdated and poorly designed (I can play fine, it's just uncomfortable)

Now this is where people are really going to differ. I find the Game Cube controller layout to be very counterintuitive. I can use it well enough to beat my Nintendo-worshipping friends in Soul Calibur 2, but I don't like it. I've been using a PSX style controller for a number of years (basically the combined lifespans of the PS1/2 consoles), and it is my favorite (the Dreamcast controller runs a close second, which Microsoft blatantly copied in its Xbox ccontroller design). Experience is the major issue here: if you play on a certain type of controller long enough, it will become comfortable (yes, even the GC controller... ).

[Fsiphskilm]

I'd say get both... Get a PS2, an

[Link Antilles]

Now this is where people are really going to differ. I find the Game Cube controller layout to be very counterintuitive. I can use it well enough to beat my Nintendo-worshipping friends in Soul Calibur 2, but I don't like it. I've been using a PSX style controller for a number of years (basically the combined lifespans of the PS1/2 consoles), and it is my favorite (the Dreamcast controller runs a close second, which Microsoft blatantly copied in its Xbox ccontroller design). Experience is the major issue here: if you play on a certain type of controller long enough, it will become comfortable (yes, even the GC controller... ).

Well, I am really picky when it comes to controllers.... my favorite controller is the X-box controller... it's just really comfortable to me. I liked it even when I use to hate the X-box, because M$ took Halo away from the PC folk.... looking back... I'm glad they did. I like the Dreamcast controller... but it was ackward at times. The GC is my second favorite... still... I don't like the C-stick... it's like a tree stump as a thumb stick... I'm really cynical to controllers. And the PS2... I'm not goin' start.... maybe some other time.

[ice122985]

one word: Melee. SSBM is the best multiplayer game ever- period. HALO does come close (what can i say, i like shooting people), but SSBM is a lot more hilarious...

[Fsiphskilm]

Well the Microso

[cbwing0]

one word: Melee. SSBM is the best multiplayer game ever- period. HALO does come close (what can i say, i like shooting people), but SSBM is a lot more hilarious...

Actually Spawn: In the Demon's Hand for the Sega Dreamcast is the best multiplayer game ever. SSBM has a rather steep learning curve, making it unsuitable for parties and such where you might have first-time players. The second best multiplayer game of all time happens to be on the PS2 and Gamecube: Gauntlet: Dark Legacy.

[ice122985]

i still disagree with you, but what is a "learning curve"?

[cbwing0]

A learning curve is the amount of time that one must spend with a game in order to be reasonably good at it. This is high for SSBM, especially given the fact that most of the people who own it are die-hard fans that are very good at it. It also doesn't make very good use of the Gamecube controller, in my opinion.

[ice122985]

hmmm....ok.

[Bobtheduck]

PS2 advantages: Silent Hill... DDR... Jak and Daxter (sorta)... DVD capabilities. Hacking capabilities, optimization capabilities (just like Volt said)

Cube advantages: History... Old Skool titles... A bit more power, of course, Oh, and quite tiny. Tiny's good. This is Bad:


Personally, I think saying one is better than the other is like saying Peanut Butter is better than Jelly... You should just get them both. But don't add the rotting salami (x-box) to the mix. ^_^ hehehehehe

Though, I hear some snake may go good with the Peanut Butter and Jelly...

[btboy500]

i still disagree with you, but what is a "learning curve"?

The term learning curve in the context of gaming refers to amount of time it takes to understand the gameplay of a game or how to play it reasonably well.

EDIT:cbwing0 beat me to an explanation before I even noticed, but the definitions are the same.

[Kireihana]

I have a GameCube and I love it. And there's a new FinalFantasy Game out for GC, anyway.

Suggested Games:
Super Smash Bros. Melee
Mario Kart: Double Dash
Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker
Super Mario Sunshine

So far I've been pleased with all of Nintendo's "classic" games, except Mario Party 4. I was really disappointed in that game... I don't know if Mario Party 5 is good or not.

Speaking of the new FinalFantasy game for GC, has anyone played it? How is it? I've never played a FinalFantasy game before and I might buy it.

[Vyse]

Speaking of the new FinalFantasy game for GC, has anyone played it? How is it? I've never played a FinalFantasy game before and I might buy it.

I had it, and put seveal hours into it, honesly, its not a true FF game, its hack and slash, if you are playing it for single player, its not very fun, its actually very repeative and almost storyless. And since you make your own character there is pretty much no character development, I would be more disapointed but since this wasn't actually made by Square Enix(they got some development house to do it). I mean sure the graphics are good, but it takes more then that to make a game. And yes the music is "pretty" but that too is repeative, and honestly, it didn't have the depth that most FF music has. The only thing I liked about it was that they had the moogles from FF9.

[skynes]

moogles are a universal Square thing. Pretty much every Square game there is has a moogle reference!

Bob: That pic looks like PennyArcade artwork

[Vyse]

moogles are a universal Square thing. Pretty much every Square game there is has a moogle reference!
Bob: That pic looks like PennyArcade artwork

Yeah, thats true, but this game had the specfic mooges from FF9, names and even outfits, except for they were... larger this time O_o

[Inferno]

I'd say PS2 because it can play both ps1 and ps2 games and it also plays dvds. I also think that the ps2 controler is eisyer to get used to, and a ps2 (with certain games) can go on the internet!

[skynes]

There's always a moogle named Mog in every FF. (Well any FF I've played)