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GRID 2 360/PS3 'Not far behind the PC versions. And as for which console version is the best...

GRID 2 is looking unbelievable as our hands-on preview and first trailer will attest. But Codemasters' racing games, F1 2011 in particular, have often looked noticeably superior on Xbox 360 compared to PS3. GRID 2 is heading to both current-gen consoles for a 2013 release, So when Executive Producer Clive Moody, was asked: "Do you think the PS3 and 360 versions of GRID 2 will be identical?" This is what he told:

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DaThreats4370d ago ShowReplies(2)
Jio4370d ago

Well, even though we all know it, they're not going to say "Yeah, even though we've tried our hardest, the console versions are still nowhere near PC standards." and piss off people who don't have a gaming PC or can't afford one.

iamlegend99994370d ago

Pisses me off i can't afford one to. xD

decrypt4370d ago (Edited 4370d ago )

Lol the devs need to stop trying so hard. Everytime they make such comments, totally the opposite happens in the end. It happened with:

BF3, Crysis 2, Skyrim, Maxpayne 3 etc. Devs need to learn console gamers dont care about graphics.

PC version will probably be using DX11 just like Dirt 2 & 3 hence i suspect a good difference will be there.

@iamlegend9999

Console gaming is more expensive than PC. Entry level/ mid range PC. This is due to games prices higher on console and prices not going down soon enough. A single Steam discount is enough to more then level the small price difference between PC and console (Entry level gaming PC only costs 500usd, which is about the price of a console at launch).

tubers4370d ago

@decrpyt

For heavy gamers yeah.. for not so much who only buys 3-4 new titles a year (including non day 1 buys [below 60 bucks]), makes the console gaming as cheap.

I don't really disagree with you though. It just depends on what kind of "gamer" (or hoarder lol) you are.

CoryHG4370d ago

Actually PC gaming isn't more expensive b/c games can be had so cheap. Not to mention the mods involved, and Steam is a godsend. I paid $600 for my system and i run skyrim with hd mods on full at 60 fps. I run battlefield 3 on ultra with around 40 fps.

Think about it, if you don't already own an hdtv, and you want to get the most out of your console experience, you're going to spend around that same amount. So no, pc gaming isn't expensive. It only is if you wanna show off to other nerds.

ShinMaster4370d ago (Edited 4370d ago )

Skyrim, Max Payne 3, COD, etc, every new game is priced at $60 for PC in stores and via download(Steam).
Any huge graphical advantages are dependent on how much $$$ you spent on your hardware.

Ducky4370d ago (Edited 4370d ago )

^ The games fall in price very quickly.

SpecOps was 50% off in like a week?
Recently, Borderlands2 and Hitman:Absolution could be pre-ordered for around $36.
Skyrim's DLC could be obtained for $15 instead of $20.

I pre-ordered BF3 for $45 and got DeadSpace2 for 'free' with it... there's plenty of examples, and for those who wait, there are the sales (such as on steam) which are in a league of their own.

The flip-side is that you can't trade in the games on PC. The price gap shortens when you factor in that you can trade-in your used console games and recuperate some of the cost.
In the end, the cost difference becomes trivial and mostly comes down to what platform you enjoy playing on more.

reynod4370d ago

@shinmaster

Over a period of a console gen you probably end up buying thousands of usd worth of games. When a new gen comes you dont even know if the games you bought will work on the next box. With your entire library compromised, you have alot to lose.

Specially console makers are known to pull the plug on networks for console games. Which again limits the life of console games.

With PC you get to build a library. No such thing on console. If you consider that loss itself its worth thousands of usds. Console gaming just is expensive, like it or not.

Gamer19824369d ago

I would be worried if it was anywhere near PC standards as it would be a terrible PC port! Consoles hardware just cannot match modern day PC's even with the extra draw PC's have for OS etc..

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CrimsonessCross4370d ago (Edited 4370d ago )

I wonder how low the graphic settings are set for PC if it is "not far behind" the PC version or if it's just pretty much the same across the board.

ProjectVulcan4370d ago (Edited 4370d ago )

I have the PC versions of the F1 games, Dirt and original GRID. They run well on fairly reasonable specs. Like no problem maxing 1080p and DX11 on the new games with a lower midrange card like a Radeon 6850.

TBH they all whup the arse of the console versions especially the newer games obviously like F1 2011 and Dirt 3.

I wouldn't expect any less from GRID 2. I expect a bigger gap.

Crazyglues4370d ago (Edited 4370d ago )

Well it doesn't matter how it looks because they said there will be no cockpit view and that's when I stop listening...

Sadly it's a Pass for me, even though I loved GRID 1
-having no cockpit view is a deal breaker..

If I want to play a no cockpit view game I'll just get need for speed I don't need to buy this.. it's now nothing special. just another racing game.

Part of it's beauty was having all those views- I absolutely loved cockpit view.. Seeing the character switch gears and hearing the sound of the shift was awesome in cockpit view...

No Cockpit view = No Buy

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Hufandpuf4370d ago

I don't know about Deal Breaker, sure I'm really dissapointed about not haveing cockpit view (I mean, it was really cool seeing the windshield take damage and dirt getting on it) But if they can make up for that by putting in extra modes, or customization options that would compel me want to look at my car as I'm driving, I'm happy.

tl;dr
If they can make up for the big loss of no cockpit view, I'm happy.

TooTall194370d ago

Grid is one of my favorite racing games.

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givemeshelter4370d ago

And what else are they going to tell you?
The PC version is far superior with better frame rates and DX11 effects etc ect etc?

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Mortal Kombat 9 Is Still NetherRealm's Best Game 13 Years Later

Salman from Tech4Gamers writes "Mortal Kombat 9 revived the series from a low point after bringing it back to 2D combat. It marked a new high-point for the franchise due to its incredible roster, exciting cinematic story mode, and high-octane combat."

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Sonyslave31d ago

I like which ever one, Raiden was speed blasting muthafkers.

monkey6027h ago

I agree. 9 was awesome

Shaolin Monks next please

vTuro247h ago

Shaolin Monks is a forgotten gem. I would love to see a new one, or a remake of the old.

vTuro247h ago

That game was actually goated. It was the first time ever that I actually tried to get good at a fighting game. Unfortunately the online connection was so dogshit it made it hard to enjoy and eventually I gave up. Haven't really played much fighting games since.

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Microsoft is discounting the Xbox 360 store up to 90% before it shuts down for good

Microsoft has slashed the prices of games across the Xbox 360 store in preparation for its July 29th closure.

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Tacoboto10h ago(Edited 10h ago)

The Dishwasher
Vigilante 8

Two non-BC and no-PC-version Arcade titles I downloaded recently. Dishwasher's sequel is on Steam at least.

I've also downloaded Ninety-Nine Nights II (shame the first wasn't available). I still want to download Burnout 3: Takedown before the weekend's up, though that is still the full $9.99 non-discounted price

franwex7h ago

Burnout 3 not available in modern times is a crime to humanity.

I know it’s probably due to the music licensing-though they can simply add other music as Burnout 3’s biggest flaw to me personally-is the music!!!

GamerRN51m ago

Burnout 3, Risk Factions... I would kill for either of those

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Xbox gamers warned they've 72 hours before a ton of classic games are gone forever

The Xbox 360 Marketplace is officially shutting down in three days, which means dozens of exclusive, digital-only 360 games will no longer be available to purchase anywhere else once it does.

The Xbox 360 will be almost 20 years old next year, and to celebrate this milestone Microsoft have decided to obliterate all of its online functionality.

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shadowT16h ago

Phil Spencer: "Game preservation is critical to us at Team Xbox."

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darthv7212h ago(Edited 12h ago)

Technically, the games ARE preserved... they are just removing the ability to purchase new games through the 360. They have to keep a full backup of every title (even delisted ones) because they will have to offer the ability to redownload purchased content to users.

I had deleted some games a few years back that had become delisted. I was able to get them back by going through my download history. The games in question were TMNT (classic and re-shelled), afterburner climax and outrun online. Im glad I was able to get those back as they are some of the best on the service.

Lightning7710h ago

Well The Ultimate Alliance games have been delisted. I dunno how many old Activision games have been Delisted but MS needs to remake or remaster old Activision games and release them on Xbox and PS. I. Hope that's what they're doing right now.

They can't reserve everything but they 100% can reserve what they got or own.

Vits12h ago

Fortunately, the X360 was jailbroken a long time ago, so a good part of its library is available for download from 'alternative' sources. Still, it's a bummer to see the store going away.

Inverno11h ago(Edited 11h ago)

Dawn of The First Day
-72 Hours Remain-

Also they can keep the store up for life if they wanted.

hiawa2310h ago(Edited 9h ago)

Series X for the back compat titles, and OG Xbox and X360 for those not on BC. I pretty much bought all of the digital games I want for the 360 so I am good.

anast8h ago

They are holding games hostage so people spend more money. This is some sleazy stuff.

Reaper22_7h ago

No, not telling you would be sleazy. I have a few more games to buy then I'm good. 360 was and still is a great console. Xbox is the best place to play!

anast6h ago

I'm not sure we are on the same page.

kennyg1233h ago

you guys will really defend xbox no matter what they do

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