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yaboyyake t1_j4eolh2 wrote

  1. They're cheaper.
  2. You don't have to either spend a fortune or be knowledgeable about computers to build one yourself.
  3. I prefer using a controller, it's designed to fit in your hand nicely and give feedback with vibration.
  4. It's very simple, you just plug and play, no need to worry about updates and viruses, learning an OS.
  5. It connects to my TV which is a big screen, looks great, allows me to sit further away which I believe is better for my eyes and doesn't give me headaches.
  6. It also allows me to be comfortable on a couch or chair.
  7. It saves money and space in my place bc I can use my TV for streaming, movies and gaming all in one. I don't need a desk and monitor for games.
  8. A console is smaller and easier to transport.

Not all of these are big deals and some might be personal preference but these are all reasons I've never been interested in PC gaming before.

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CyberKiller40 t1_j4fg52m wrote

I'll add to these

  1. Software doesn't break by user action or other installed apps, no viruses etc, no slowdown with time, no OS reinstall needed
  2. No launcher for games, overall start time is much quicker
  3. Cloud save for all games on Xbox, you change the console and all your progress is with your account
  4. Mental separation between fun on console and work on PC
  5. No fiddling with game options to find the best detail level for the hardware
  6. Be a part of home/family life in the living room, instead of being hidden away in a home office separate room.
  7. No need to chase hardware upgrades as time passes and games become more demanding
  8. No need for fiddling to run old games, if they are supported then they just work. Also no risk of losing games due to system/software changes after 5-10 years.

Some of these are from my experience. I was playing on computers (not only PC) for 30 years and then switched to consoles just a few years ago, that was life changing for me.

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PackMan13xx t1_j4h06jy wrote

You still spend a fortune building your own. Not saving much, if anything

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lacaras21 t1_j4g86m6 wrote

I hate to be that guy but....

  1. Value to performance when buying everything new consoles are cheaper, but PCs being upgradable without having to replace everything brings hardware costs down over time, games on PC are also cheaper

  2. Building a PC is incredibly simple, anyone who can follow basic directions can do it, it's like Legos

  3. PCs have more controller options than consoles

  4. While the set up can be more complicated, you can set it up to have a very console like experience

  5. PC can connect to to virtually any screen

  6. You can put a PC in your living room and play from a couch or chair

  7. PCs don't really take up any more space than a console

  8. There are many form factors for PCs, many of which are smaller than modern consoles, and because you can connect it to any screen you don't need to bring anything more with a PC

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Remarkable_Ad5191 t1_j4h11qz wrote

Also I would like to add that with the growth of the emulation community you can play any console games you want to, with the right settings you can emulate the full console experience, including, but not limited to, using original physical media bought legitimately through the common ways

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Billet_Labs t1_j4fueug wrote

I own a PC that is smaller than a Series X, works with a Xbox controller and is set up on my TV which allows me to play games, watch movies, search the web etc from my sofa. Also, I don't need to buy a console and a PC, so it saves money and space. So that makes your points 3, 5, 6, 7, 8 moot.

Having said that, allow me to add to your list. 1.Consoles have far better support for friends, chats / groups, achievements, making them a more social experience out if the box. 2. Games run well without having to tweak settings.

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HygorMS t1_j4fxn5v wrote

As far as I'm concerned, the controller does not allow you to fully use your PC. For instance, if I'd like to open Steam or any other launcher I'd still need to use Mouse and Keyboard to open the launcher and game before I'm actually using the controller.

What are the specs of this computer? I really doubt it's any better than a PS5/XSX. And how much did it cost?

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Billet_Labs t1_j4ij7js wrote

ZS A4 V2 Case, with a 5800X3D and a 4070 Ti. It costs a fair bit more than any console, but I love it!

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HygorMS t1_j4immjy wrote

Yeah, this is not economically viable where I live but it actually is a pretty good setup if you can afford it

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Jordo-James t1_j4h976k wrote

It takes 5 seconds for me to select the option for my computer to boot into big picture mode whenever i turn it on, which means I very rarely use my mouse and keyboard and that’s only when i want to use it for something other than gaming…..

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HygorMS t1_j4hczhn wrote

I assume you make shortcuts via steam right? That's actually a pretty good setup

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Jordo-James t1_j4hx1tr wrote

You can add a non steam game to steam and it will automatically open the required app for you in the background, still more work than a console but you can get it to that point.

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crashdude_ t1_j4fx47l wrote

I would argue PC has superior social options than console, integrated chat system into most multiplayer games and discord imo being better than what consoles currently offer

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