I just don't get why people would rather have the console version than the PC version... I seriously doubt someone CAN'T run Minecraft on their PC, plus it's so much better with unlimited space, free mods, being able to test beta versions of updates, etc.
I agree with you (Though I don't play MC) but allot of people think PC gaming is harder then it is.
A bad stigma which was started by the PC elitist (Not PC gamers mind you!) they post up these super builds with insane prices, and people just see the price and think "I have to pay THAT much?!"... People don't normally don't research...
And everyone wants to play games on their couch, and every time they think PC, they think of a desk... Not the fact that 90% of TV's and computers have HDMI ports now...
Well, I tried getting into PC-gaming last Janurary, after spendng over $1500 on the entire setup.
I can say the community was very unwelcoming.
Like, don't you dare ask about controller-support for PC-games! "OMGZ K/M is way better! Why would anyone choose otherwise!" was practically all I got. (And I STILL don't have BF3 set up to sprint with thumbstick toggle. It can't be done - I gave up. tried xpadder, ect.)
We as gamer love to completely ignore people's questions, and interject our own bias about the topic, and PC gamers do it the worst. (Ask a question about Fallout - You'll get answers about Stalker)
My PC is a I5 2500k, GTX560Ti, 8GB, ect. And I have plenty of games (Skyrim especially) that simply won't run smoothly.
" battletorn, this is a case of user error. I know people with identical setups and run BF3 Ultra, SKyrim is ultra with perfect fps because its not stressful, its a slim game graphically for pc.
think you need to look into correcting your performance issues.
I have the same setup but with a GTX 460 and Skyrim runs fine. As do the rest of my games.
I usually take it easy on the AA, 2x or 4x depending on the game.
Seriously, the entire PC community isn't the same. Now, if you are asking PC gamers how to setup a controller for an FPS, well you should have seen what was coming. In fact, unless you are a badass using a controller, they were probably trying help:P But there is another side to this, many PC games take full advantage of KB/M so its worth learning to use it.
Yea PC gaming takes effort, but console gamers treat it like rocket science. If changing graphics settings, occasionally updating drivers, and upgrading your own PC is too much, then stick with consoles. But if you really want to get into PC gaming that stuff will become second nature. The reward is an open platform that you can truly make your own.
There are plenty of sites that will help you with questions you may have so don't paint everyone with the same brush.
The power of XBLA.. The fact is all of the indie Minecraft knockoffs were super successful prior to Minecraft coming to the 360, so it was the perfect storm when it arrived.
I think it's cool the 360 got Witcher 2 and Minecraft this year..would have never played them otherwise.
Simple - Easier to play on console, a lot of people don't toy around with PC's b/c of when things go wrong it's not easy for a novice to fix...
I play it on PC, it's much better there. Also, it's hooked up via HDMI with wireless kb so I can sit my ass on the couch.
@Battletorn - IP add is needed to join a server where 100's, 1000's of people can play together, but that's it(you can also use the actual address as well). Also, PC has party chat for every game with ventrillo and a few other programs...
Yup... also friends. They have their friends on XOBX and not all of them are willing to migrate to PC... and it's cheaper on XBOX. Maybe they want the achievements too.
Could not agree more. Would love to get get into pc gaming if for the graphics alone. However i know nothing about computers. I went on a site to get info and couldnt even understand what I was reading. Drivers, motherboard, graphics cards.etc... Then if you changed something out it would have to be compatible with your other parts. There is a reason I game on a console. I just can't do it.
Most gamers on console and most of there friends play on console so that's why its bought on console...i have both the pc and console version but man the console version is way more fun for me cause my friends play it on it and i play it with them
1.I don't even own a PC 2.I have been a console gamer since 1986 3.Its my own preference 4.Sometimes people don't really need a reason to do something.
I think for me its a space thing, I have a huge flat screen HDTV that I have mounted on the wall, my big comfy Lazyboy is perfect to sit back, relax and game with my feet up.
On the other hand, I bet people just pirate the PC version, which is a drawback to PC gaming in and of itself.
For me, it's just because I'd rather play games from the living room couch and on the big screen. It could also be that I don't have a pc/laptop powerful enough to run most good games nowadays, so I didn't even try the mincraft pc version. I'm not a pc gaming hater, I just find xbox 360 and ps3 gaming more convenient and easier to just jump in.
That was exactly my point, console gaming to me has always been more structured and its what I enjoy.
Also, people were taking my pirating comment out of context. I was saying people were probably pirating Minecraft on PC, which was causing the sales on the platform to be lower than the XBox 360 version.
I know I do no speak for all PC gamers, but I would never play Minecraft and I don't think that it is something most PC gamers would play. Glad it is selling though!
Very impressive sales. It's claimed that xbox 360 has no games but EA's financials and majority of other publishers show that 360 owners buy the most games.
The Glorious PC Gaming Master Race! The title is sorta misleading!
The PC version of Minecraft already sold over 5 million units before the X360 even got Minecraft.
Therefore after those numbers the PC version would of course start to slow down and the X360 would have higher daily sales figures but NOT higher TOTAL sales figures.
Minecraft PC is over 7 million
Minecraft X360 is over 3 million
Minecraft Pocket Edition/iOS about 700K to 1 million
Great numbers on all platforms! Worth arguing over? HELL NO!! I'm not getting any of that money!!
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A bad stigma which was started by the PC elitist (Not PC gamers mind you!) they post up these super builds with insane prices, and people just see the price and think "I have to pay THAT much?!"... People don't normally don't research...
And everyone wants to play games on their couch, and every time they think PC, they think of a desk... Not the fact that 90% of TV's and computers have HDMI ports now...
I can say the community was very unwelcoming.
Like, don't you dare ask about controller-support for PC-games!
"OMGZ K/M is way better! Why would anyone choose otherwise!" was practically all I got.
(And I STILL don't have BF3 set up to sprint with thumbstick toggle. It can't be done - I gave up. tried xpadder, ect.)
We as gamer love to completely ignore people's questions, and interject our own bias about the topic, and PC gamers do it the worst.
(Ask a question about Fallout - You'll get answers about Stalker)
My PC is a I5 2500k, GTX560Ti, 8GB, ect. And I have plenty of games (Skyrim especially) that simply won't run smoothly.
battletorn, this is a case of user error. I know people with identical setups and run BF3 Ultra, SKyrim is ultra with perfect fps because its not stressful, its a slim game graphically for pc.
think you need to look into correcting your performance issues.
I have the same setup but with a GTX 460 and Skyrim runs fine. As do the rest of my games.
I usually take it easy on the AA, 2x or 4x depending on the game.
Seriously, the entire PC community isn't the same. Now, if you are asking PC gamers how to setup a controller for an FPS, well you should have seen what was coming. In fact, unless you are a badass using a controller, they were probably trying help:P But there is another side to this, many PC games take full advantage of KB/M so its worth learning to use it.
Yea PC gaming takes effort, but console gamers treat it like rocket science. If changing graphics settings, occasionally updating drivers, and upgrading your own PC is too much, then stick with consoles. But if you really want to get into PC gaming that stuff will become second nature. The reward is an open platform that you can truly make your own.
There are plenty of sites that will help you with questions you may have so don't paint everyone with the same brush.
The fact is all of the indie Minecraft knockoffs were super successful prior to Minecraft coming to the 360, so it was the perfect storm when it arrived.
I think it's cool the 360 got Witcher 2 and Minecraft this year..would have never played them otherwise.
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I play it on PC, it's much better there. Also, it's hooked up via HDMI with wireless kb so I can sit my ass on the couch.
@Battletorn - IP add is needed to join a server where 100's, 1000's of people can play together, but that's it(you can also use the actual address as well). Also, PC has party chat for every game with ventrillo and a few other programs...
I heard some shit about needing to know IP addresses in order to play MP on PC. IDK.
Either way, the game on Xbox has every set up for you. Inviting friends is extremely easy. You also can have party chat.
The 360 is easier on the electric bill.
2.I have been a console gamer since 1986
3.Its my own preference
4.Sometimes people don't really need a reason to do something.
I think for me its a space thing, I have a huge flat screen HDTV that I have mounted on the wall, my big comfy Lazyboy is perfect to sit back, relax and game with my feet up.
On the other hand, I bet people just pirate the PC version, which is a drawback to PC gaming in and of itself.
You were so close to a reasonable, intelligent post then this... /facepalm
Bad troll
The whole "PC Pirating Post" on is getting pretty Lame!
Also, people were taking my pirating comment out of context. I was saying people were probably pirating Minecraft on PC, which was causing the sales on the platform to be lower than the XBox 360 version.
Anyways that's pretty crazy definitely did not expect that for the 360 version to outsell the PC version.
i love indie games but i just don't think minecraft would suit me.
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It is a testament to the success of Xbox Live Arcade. And no "XBLA does not count" fanboy bs will change that.
The title is sorta misleading!
The PC version of Minecraft already sold over 5 million units before the X360 even got Minecraft.
Therefore after those numbers the PC version would of course start to slow down and the X360 would have higher daily sales figures but NOT higher TOTAL sales figures.
Minecraft PC is over 7 million
Minecraft X360 is over 3 million
Minecraft Pocket Edition/iOS about 700K to 1 million
Great numbers on all platforms! Worth arguing over? HELL NO!! I'm not getting any of that money!!
just enjoy the Game!