Which is better: PS3 or Xbox 360?

It's a debate that's been rumbling on for years and there's little sign of either side holding their hands up and admitting defeat! And does anyone still care? Taking a look at some of the forums, it seems many people do!

Although I'm the proud owner of an Xbox, I've been an advocate of Sony's machines since the original Playstation whirred away underneath my television all those years ago. I must admit that I've been a little disappointed by Sony's latest incarnation; in my mind, it's just not managed to live up to all the hype and still has some way to go until it meets its obvious potential.

I've no doubt that the PS3 has plenty more under the bonnet and will, eventually, win this generation's epic battle. But never underestimate Microsoft! Next year will be pretty interesting with its dalliance into motion capture with the equally-hyped talk of Natal. And whenever Sony announces some triple-A title or a price cut initiative, Microsoft is quick to better it.

In the meantime, take a look at this article from Eurogamer... check out the differences between the two consoles with some of the most recent releases - for example, Wolfenstein, Battlefield 1943 and UFC: Undisputed.

It makes for fairly interesting reading. There seems to be very little between the two gaming giants right now... I really think Sony needs to pull something out of the bag fairly soon, otherwise the PS3 may follow the likes of Sega's Dreamcast, Commodore's CD32 and the many others that have failed to fulfil their potential!

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