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    Smash Debating about plunging into the next Console Generation...

    So with that said, I'm curious to hear which of the Big 3 I should hand my money to and why? It still feels like everyone is trying to get their footing in the marketplace in terms of software but which system do you feel has the most long-term value?

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    I'm still undecided and still not ready, though I'm leaning towards a PS4. Certainly the PS4 is EoFF's console of choice and the Xbone has copped a lot of hate online. The one thing I do have to say for the Xbone is that my IRL friends who have it really rate it, and the couple that have both the PS4 and Xbone prefer the latter. I also think the 360 is a much better console than the PS3, owning both. I'm probably going to make the jump when Type-0 HD comes out and it'll probably be a PS4 but who knows. Not 100% made up my mind for sure yet.

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    I'll get a PS4 and Nintendo View.
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    I'd say the PS4 is going to have the most long term value, based on the power and install base alone, both of which are far ahead of the competition at this point. Also, if you have any interest in Japanese games at all the PS4 is going to be what you want.

    Although I have to say, as someone who owns both a PS4 and a Wii U, I still think those of you who haven't jumped into gen 8 yet are better off waiting still, no matter what console you're interested in. There's lots of games coming, but that's just it; they're coming, none of them are here yet. The new game stream is going to begin next year, and by then you may very well be able to find these machines a little cheaper, and who knows what sort of packages will be out then?

    Oh sure, there's a few exclusive high profile releases this year worth getting excited about for each console (Bayonetta 2 and Assassin's Creed Unity both have me super pumped), but enough to run out and invest $300 to $500? Not just yet.

    Besides, last gen is still getting a pretty regular stream of high profile releases. The Evil Within, Assassin's Creed Rogue, Kingdom Hearts 2.5 ReMix, LittleBigPlanet 3...all look very promising and all are coming out on last gen consoles this year.
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    Yeah, I'm not buying a PS4 until there is MGS5 and some other stuff available for it.
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    We'll be getting a PS4

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    PS4 will be mine at some point, but like DMKA says there's no real need to get one yet. Catching up with prior gen titles as well as AC Rogue will keep me busy until the end of the year.

    I'll probably also cave for a wii u once a major Zelda game is released for it.

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    Currently enjoying the bajeebas out of my Wii U. I got Wind Waker HD when I picked up the system, but Mario Kart 8 and Hyrule Warriors have both been stunning. Super Mario 3D World was quite good, for a Mario game. Bayonetta 2 and Captain Toad's Treasure Tracker are also both looking awesome.

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    Mario Kart 8 is basically the main reason why I want a WiiU. The other stuff is just padding.
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    PS4. My kids have a WiiU and love it. I have all three previous generation systems, and probably eventually have all three of the new ones. There are always some games on each system that suck me in.

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    PS4 is the only one I'd spend money on if pressed, but it definitely would not be any time soon.

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    I want both a PS4 & WiiU. However, since Squeenix seems content on releasing PC versions of their games, I don't know if I'll need a PS4.

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    Wii U get's Xenoblade Chronicles X. PS4 is getting Persona 4, and presumably more Atlus titles.

    Face it Kanno, this is what is going to decide your purchase. Atlus Vs. Monolith.

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    If Playstation Now turns out to be as cool as it sounds, I'd be leaning towards PS4. I'm going to wait awhile and see

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    Anything I've seen on Playstation Now just makes it look overpriced as hell.

    I'd rather they just continue doing the Classic Releases like they have been with PS3 myself.

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