Console choice isn't all about the games

[Hoppipolla]

It's also about whether you like the actual console!

Great games will always be a bit tainted if you hate the machine!

 

[Hoppipolla]

I think this applies to operating systems too like Windows vs Linux.

 

[SociallyStupid]

Sure. I especially like my Steam deck because it's Linux-based, for example. But games also have an influence. For example I only have a switch because of the games.

 

[weaselbomber]

I like the console based on the games

 

[Hoppipolla]

Sure. I especially like my Steam deck because it's Linux-based, for example. But games also have an influence. For example I only have a switch because of the games.

I remember back in the day, I had a Linux PC and a GameCube.

And... I really enjoyed both and that was largely because I liked them as systems. I think if you swapped them out for a Windows PC and an Xbox or something I probably wouldn't have been gaming as much.

But yeah if there are some games that you really want... then maybe the console matters less because the game is so great!

I guess it's a balance.

I like the console based on the games

Yeah I feel like this factor is quite an individual thing and for some people it doesn't matter as much.

I'd think it still matters a bit though because... if a console was enough of a pain in the butt I'd think that would put off almost anyone.

 

[Hoppipolla]

I guess this also affects many things. Like software. Lots of people use Macs over Windows even if they're using the same software.