The fight between the Xbox One and the PS4 will be a tough one this fall, Gamescom will be decisive

With both Xbox One and Playstation 4 making success either in terms of sales of upcoming games, this fall will be an interesting as we're seeing the Playstation 4 ahead of the Xbox One in sales.

Although it's ahead of the sales, Xbox One counts with more exclusives than before this fall alongside the release of the console in the remaining countries in the world that are yet to get the console.

What is the best place to play this fall?

[NextLevel]

I'm not sure how Gamescom will be decisive. The PS4 is in the drivers seat after every event that's suppose to be decisive, Gamescom shouldn't be much different. People just want the PS4 more than the Xbox One. The PS4 outselling the Xbox One the month Titanfall released proved that.

@Mr gunny

I understand that, but like I said. Titanfall by far recieved more hype than any other game this generation by far and did nothing, with have incentives created for it.

[MrGunny94]

Gamescom will be the last major event for both of them to show the games and promotions they got in store :)

I hope we see more of Driveclub and Sunset Overdrive!

Gamescom is mostly focused for games that will be released this year and that are playable

[Eonjay]

GamesCom is actually becoming the dominant event. I am at long last looking forward to some Quantum Break footage, gameplay or anything that clears up some of my questions.
Sony on the other hand has several European based studios so expect some surprises or reveals from them.
Does Nintendo participate?

[trenso1]

TGS is still an event to show off things and since MS is claiming more support in japan they will want to show what they have there as well. As well as other companies especially Square Enix

[The_Hero]

Sony will show stuff for the Vita like they always do.

[DanzoSAMA]

http://www.vgchartz.com/wee...

[majiebeast]

Who is dumb enough to use chartz as a reliable source. GTFO with that garbage site.

[SpinalRemains138]

Haha.

Stop

[Gazondaily]

Who is dumb enough to believe that Titanfall didn't do ANYTHING for the Xbox One?

[The_Hero]

Who is dumb enough to believe MK8 only sold 700k in 4 weeks when it sold 1.2M in it's first week.

Overflated numbers, deflated numbers, bending actual sales to what they want you to believe.

[truefan1]

Quantum Break will be the best game shown at Gamescom, BOOK IT. Rare, Lift London, Lionhead, and Press Play are all UK studious with unannounced games, hopefully they showcase what they are working on. It would go a long way with improving the XB1 standing in Europe.

[kreate]

I just want another fable game. A proper fable game.

[mikeslemonade]

How does a almost 2:1 lead even competitive at this point. X1 will be lucky to even sell as much as the PS4 right now at the end of the year.

[mkis007]

seriously, The ps3 was catching up from the first month when it released a year later than the 360. How is xbox one going to be doing that if it hasn't even started to catch up....word of mouth travels faster on negative news, and MS didn't correct it fast enough to sell more console this gen. You will rarely find ps3 only players who are only buying xb1, but the 360 only players who are buying ps4's (not necessarily only ps4's, but it still helps Sony negate xb1 numbers.) are plentiful.

[DanzoSAMA]

may be will see Gears of War 4 in Gamescom ?

[Blackleg-sanji]

I feel like thats still early along I know quantum break will be there though

[lifeisgamesok]

Yes Quantum Break got saved for Gamescom I can't wait to see more of it

[Artista]

I think its too soon to see gears in motion

[The Meerkat]

I bought a PS4 simply because I was so pissed at MS and their lack of concern for the people that made Xbox what it was. i.e. Gamers.

But after 8 months of what I would reasonably call Meh with my PS4. (with the exception of Trine 2)
I would be all over a Bone if they show me some Gears 4.

[DanteVFenris666]

Wait, you can consider the ps4 meh, but you want a game that pretty much hasn't changed sense the first. It's a boring game. And I'm not saying that because I'm a faboy. God of war too has gotten boring. Both those game need to shut down and start something new. Same with halo

[Dewitt]

Bringing a new dev with fresh ideas will revitalize this franchise, I think this was a great move by MS although I want to see Shangheist be made after.

[Kayant]

Hmmmmm it started development less than 7 months ago. Highly doubt there would be anything about it. I don't think they need more none information trailers (CGI) about 2016 games right now.

[Mikelarry]

is that not what was said before e3, this gen is going to be a close one. both MS and Sony have learnt from their past mistakes on what the consumer wants

[Dolf045]

There's a chance one side or the other has aces up their sleeve, or games that just weren't quite ready for E3 that could move people that are still on the fence

[Evilsnuggle]

This gen will not be close at all that's wishful thinking . xbone has crashed and burned in europe . Were last gen 360 was the largest selling console of all time in the U.K now xbone is being out sold 3 to 1 in the U.K . xbone is getting out sold 4 to 1 in europe . In the USA xbone home country and strongest market . xbone has been out sold every month since launch in the USA . so maybe you might want to take down that mission accomplish banner.

http://s19.photobucket.com/...

this gen
PS4 120-100 million
xbone 60-40 million
wiiu 40-30 million

[Dolf045]

I'm hoping we see some more first party Sony studios at Gamescom. Guerrilla in particular

[mixolydian_id]

There's some great content to look forward to this year on all consoles.... be it multi-platform titles, exclusives or indies.

As much as they'd like you think... this generation is far from taking off. quickly.

If the consoles were real hit's we'd see everyone drop their previous consoles in a heartbeat.

Truth is... they don't offer much more beyond what is already offered last gen...

All three consoles have collectively sold less then 20million units... In comparison to the potential console sales from last generation... that is still a mere 5-10%.

I know it's still the first year of release... but there isnt a lot they can do in a short space of time that can constitute to a 300% bonus in sales across the board.

[DoesUs]

No it won't. There will be no decisive moves. It may sway users looking to buy one way or the other, but thats as far as these things go.

[Budobear]

What is the best place to play this fall?

Well for me, its sat on my sofa at home....I understand that this isn't the best place for everyone though.
As for the console of choice do we always have to promote it as a war or fight? Its not. Its kind of like paintballing, there should be friendly competition but as there is nothing to be won in the end it doesn't really matter.

[JBSleek]

Are you promoting people being civil? Lol

How else can someone justify their own purchase but by bashing the competition?

[bloodybutcher]

I agree with you, so when can i come over to play with you on your sofa?o_O

[KinjoTakemura]

Since the author seems to think that Xbox One has the advantage when it comes to exclusives here's a list of 2014 Exclusives coming to the PS4 ONLY!!!

Drive Club
Deep Down
Axiom Verge
Helldivers
Hohokum
N++
The Last Of Us Remastered
Little Big Planet 3
Natural Doctrine
Ready To Run
Velocity 2X
Pavilion

Even if you leave out Deep Down, which is F2P, there's still 11 games. There's a much larger list of games slated for release in 2014 that are not available on Xbox One.

Road Not Taken
The Swapper
H1Z1
Loadout
Kingdom Under Fire II
Onigiri
Planetside 2
Aaru's Awakening
Apotheon
The Binding Of Isaac:Rebirth
Blast Em Bunnies
Chasm
Counter Spy
Drifter
Escape Goat 2
Guilty Gear Xrd
Guns Of Icarus Online
Hotline Miami 2
Ironclad Tactics
Jamestown Plus
Mousecraft
Nidhogg

Let's be perfectly honest. Both consoles have exclusives, but the PS4 has more to choose from. Contrary to what the author may believe, Microsoft does not have the "Upper
Hand" when it comes to exclusives. It's clear that the author and myself have a bias towards a particular console, but i'm not writing a story that's trying to convince people of something that's clearly not true.

[y7jzdgy]

LMAO! Indies and f2p? GTFO!

[KinjoTakemura]

Drive Club is not an indie. LBP3 is not an indie. Pavilion, Velocity 2x, Ready To Run, Helldivers, and The Last of Us Remastered are not indies.

Stop being such a douche.

[jmac53]

I love this reply by the Xtards. The minute No Man's Sky gets brought up or when Outlast comes over to Xbox, Indies are pretty cool.

[Axios2]

It's a shame Nextlevel can't respond, Maria would be quick to point out that:

Almost all of your "only on PS4" list is multi platform and cross gen, ie:

LBP3 on PS3
TLOU on PS3
Axiom Verge on Vita, PC
Helldivers on Vita, PS3
Hohokum on Vita, PS3
Natural Doctrine on Vita, PS3
Velocity 2X on Vita, PS3
Pavilion on Vita

Edit @Kinjo, we can go there, they are remasters and will be great. TMCC should count as 4 remasters though, a phenomenal value I'm sure you'll agree.

@ Skankinruby, See my first sentence, I didn't come up with the whole butthurt "cross gen" phrase to try and diminish games like Horizon 2, that goes to the aforementioned fanboy/girl trying VERY hard to do damage control. Just check any TitanFall article and see the panic at the suggestion that it's an X1 game.

[KinjoTakemura]

So is your coveted Halo Master Chief Collection, but I won't go there if you won't.

[Dewitt]

Kinjo that is an XB1 exclusive please do your research.

[Skankinruby]

Lol cross gen didn't stop people from acting like titanfall was nail in coffin for the ps4. Sony choosing to continue supporting their consoles into next gen does nothing to defend the fact that Xbox doesn't have these games. Sorry but you are grasping at straws you need to try a little harder than that

[the worst]

Gamescom will be decisive, NOT

[Tctczach]

Gamescom has never been decisive nor will it be. It can't hold a candle to E3.

[JBSleek]

Gamescon is a bigger show then E3. Easily.

[MrGunny94]

Exactly :)

[bloodybutcher]

Hehe, gamescon...

[Kayant]

Gamescom should be interesting. Sony will have a big presence there similar to last Gamescom they have a lot to show about the process of games revealed at the last event and media molecule is going to be there, maybe GG if they choose to show their trailer yet but I aspect Sony to have a lot to show like last year.

MS don't have much of a presence at their last event as they don't generally tend to d much at Gamescom. Although we know Quantum break is going to be there as far. Last year the big highlights where the introduction of the ID@Xbox program, Fable legends and the Fifa bundle iirc.

[pornflakes]

MS will show for sure a few blockbusters.

Quantum Break playable Demo is already confirmed by Remedy on the official Homepage.

And i bet they will show for Sure Gears 4 and Halo 5 the same way SOny did with UC4.

MS is bringing the games!

[corroios]

There is no fight. Just looking for clicks...

[DanielGearSolid]

Guys this is gonna sound ridiculous lmao...

But one easy way to guesd wat console a writer prefers, is the one they list first in their article

we all have unreasonable theories, right?

[MrGunny94]

Hi,

I'm a proud user of both and cant wait play their own games on each other

[kevnb]

The ps4 has better hardware for the same price, I don't see how the xbox one will have any chance. Gamescon will change nothing, 99% of games are in both systems.

[JBSleek]

If the past has shown anything is that graphical power doesn't decide a generation but games do.

Now what games people prefer well that's up for the consumers to decide but a generation isn't won by power.

[Spotie]

If the past has shown us anything, it's that Microsoft can't beat Sony in gaming.

[JBSleek]

"If the past has shown us anything, it's that Microsoft can't beat Sony in gaming."

Didn't refer to MS. Someone is insecure about their console choices...

[kevnb]

In the past consoles didn't have basically the same lineup of games.

[DanzoSAMA]

This is old story.

[etownone]

Ms needs to show upcoming games like ps4.... Like Halo 5 and Gears.

This is what Xbox fans want to see....
This is what will drive 360 owners to buy the xb1.

[mrmack00]

G'lawd! Your avatar pic! Sorry, what's this thread about?

[60FramesPerSecond]

Honestly, it seems rather pointless to criticize the console you have no plans on buying. If you own the system or plan on buying it, it can be constructive. If you dont own the system, you are not a gamer. just a troll trying to get a reaction.

[Sayburr]

The most interesting thing in the article to me was the authors speculation stating, "For casual fans I’m inclined more to think they’ll purchase the Playstation 4 than the Xbox One, not only due to it’s current lack of casual games but because the Playstation brand is already available everywhere and they will buy relying on what’s available on the market."

I find that statement, for the audience it was written for (Europe) to be compelling. The casual market would be looking at a PS4 first if they do the research because it comes with free downloadable games... well, more than the XBO comes with anyway and it has been in the market for a longer period of time so you are more likely to have friends already on PSN.

Indies are not my favorite types of games, but most casual gamers love those cheaper, shorter games. Something they are spend $10-15 on and be done in an evening while their spouse is out with friends.

[MrGunny94]

Hey,

In both Portugal / Spain / France

Playstation brand owns 50% of the market share

[lemoncake]

Nintendo already won this holiday, if you dont agree then you are sad and i dont want to talk to you.

[danny818]

Microsoft has halo... and will get destiny. enough said

[strickers]

Didn't they have Halo for 2 losing generations??

[danny818]

they kept up.

[modesign]

sony had alot of indie support for gamescon 2013, im guessing they will expand on that this year.

[snookiegamer]

This maybe too left field for some....

But, what if both PS4 & Xbox One have amazing games/experiences @Gamescom?

#artificialwar