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We shouldn't compare Xbox/PS to PC or Switch to Xbox/PS

Kyoshi Frost Wolf

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Doom has recently been released for the Nintendo Switch. Reading reviews of the game, it seems to be hitting good notes overall, but there are some criticisms. Seeing these criticisms, and some of the limitations of the Switch made me think of something. Gamers these days love to compare their gaming preferences to each other, battling for some kind of superiority. That is human nature, really. We love to compete. It sadly takes a tone of negativity among gamers, it goes too far. People for years have been saying "This system is better than that system" "Oh yeah? My PC has a 666ghz megabun processer and rules all!" This has been even more apparent this console gen.

Thing is, while some comparisons obviously happen. I feel many of them are not placed right. Take for example, the Switch version of Doom, while fairly competent, is obviously technically inferior to the other versions. The graphics are lesser, it is muddier looking, and the framerate is half that of the other versions, with dips below that as well. That is a downgrade for sure. Thing is, what I keep hearing is that we should not compare the Switch to the Xbox One or PS4 because unlike those two, the Switch is a handheld system. I actually agree with this. I do think comparing the Switch to the other consoles is not exactly valid as it a different type of gaming experience. Many probably agree with that as well.

What I wish would happen though, is for people to use this same logic towards the other consoles, PS4 and Xbox One, in relation to PC's. Like comparing the Switch to its other console brethren, comparing those other systems to PC feels out of place and not accurate. Consoles and PC's offer a different gaming experience from each other. One is more customizable and technical (PC) while the other is more enclosed straight forward (Consoles). I prefer consoles myself, Xbox One in particular. It is works great for me as a gamer and I prefer its way providing me gaming content. PC has theirs and the Switch, basically in the handheld category, has its own way. I wish people would take a step back and remember the different preferences that these machines cater towards and one thing catering to one particular preference doesn't make it better than the others. 

Comparisons will always happen, that will never end, but I want the gaming community to not be at each other's throats over what they prefer, because each thing is different in its own way and caters to different people. Unless we are talking about TIGER Electronics games. Those are just not so good. XD

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Jeric

This sort of tribalism is why I game quietly and rarely talk about gaming on message boards or comments. It's a trope to suggest that software and experience is more important, but it is one that some (not all) forget. I don't know if some vitriolic approaches people have against some systems is due in part to the darker side of community, or perhaps an attempt to justify the choice a person made ... but it annoys me. 

This is why I'll never state what system I chose to buy Battlefront 2 for. It invites too much stupidity. 

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Deae Rising Shine~

I generally don't get the "My ??? is better then the others" things. Sure do I have preferences over other stuff too, but I'm usually not somepony who screams to everyone(Except in a fun way) that blabla is better then your blablu. I'm more in the PlayStation group, but that's not because XBox, PC, whatever is bad compared to PS orsomething. PS so far just had more exclusive games Iwas interested in then the others. I also don't have a gaming PC, don't have the money for it and I'm far beyond good in playing with keyboard and mouse XD

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joanro

I have to disagree with that. This reminds of when Nintendo said they are not competing with Sony and Microsoft. It’s like “Um, yes...yes you are.” Your console is sold in the same section of Target as all the other consoles. Yes, it does offer a different experience than the other consoles, but it is still a gaming console(hybrid?). That being said, I do think it’s impressive that Doom can run on the Switch even it isn’t as good as the other consoles. The fact that you can play this is on the go is pretty amazing. 

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Kyoshi Frost Wolf
7 hours ago, joanro said:

I have to disagree with that. This reminds of when Nintendo said they are not competing with Sony and Microsoft. It’s like “Um, yes...yes you are.” Your console is sold in the same section of Target as all the other consoles. Yes, it does offer a different experience than the other consoles, but it is still a gaming console(hybrid?). That being said, I do think it’s impressive that Doom can run on the Switch even it isn’t as good as the other consoles. The fact that you can play this is on the go is pretty amazing. 

It being a hybrid does make it different and not a great point of comparison to the others. This is coming from someone that currently views the Switch as not worth the price.

With that said though, the best console ever is obviously the R-Zone.

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Clod
5 hours ago, Kyoshi said:

the best console ever is obviously the R-Zone.

You obviously mean the V.Smile

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FlitterFlutter

For me, it is always hard choosing a gaming system. I know I can only afford one every 5 years so I need to know I am choosing the best one for my needs. Generally, that comes down to where are my friends playing. Gaming is social to me and I want to be able to play with them. 

Also, the problem with the switch is the price.  You might be correct in saying that it is a handheld system and is not worth comparing... but the price kind of forces the comparison. Also, it is a Nintendo system like does anyone buy the switch to play Doom? No, the buy it for breath of the wild and Mario Odisy and splatoon. It is cool it can play Doom... but does anyone really care?

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