Joystiq poll: Next-gen combo platters
by Christopher Grant 
{ Jan 17th 2006 at 7:15PM }
Nintendo's strategy for competing with the the more
powerful, and more expensive, next-gen PlayStation and Xbox consoles is to be affordable and different enough to be the
best second console in a console platter. Sure, there will be plenty of people who purchase it as their primary gaming
device; however, that population coupled with those who intend to purchase it as a second unit might be enough to give
Nintendo an edge over the competition... or so the strategy goes. Let's test it out here: we've all put a lot of thought into this (It's not just me, right?) so where does consumer interest stand right now. Are Sony and Microsoft's offerings too similar to be an attractive combo? Will the (your console of choice) plus the Revolution be the best combo? Or is it the other way around: Revolution first plus another console? Or are you console monogamous, choosing one and mating for life(cycle)?
Technical mumbo jumbo: this is not a scientific or rigorous poll and is only intended to capture the general consensus of Joystiq readers. Results will be posted approximately one week after the poll is opened for votes. Sure, you probably could hack this poll if you worked at it, but it’s more fun for everyone if poll results accurately reflect the opinions of all readers, so please refrain from tampering with poll results.
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Jago @ Jan 17th 2006 7:24PM
mmmmmmmmmm...Chik-fil-a...yummmmmm
Oh sorry...I chose all three. I'll eventually buy the 360 when it has games that are (imo) worth buying. The Revolution I'll be buying the day it launches and the PS3 hopefully around the time it launches.
Sri Lumpa @ Jan 17th 2006 7:39PM
Revolution at launch,
PS3 when it is affordable (for me),
Xbox 360 near the end of the cycle (unless there are a few exclusive I really want).
In between, as soon as the onslaught of great DS games slows down I probably will pick up a Xbox.
hop @ Jan 17th 2006 7:41PM
How about none/PC?
KG @ Jan 17th 2006 7:42PM
I'll be getting all three as well
PvpMan22 @ Jan 17th 2006 7:43PM
It's looking like Revolution and Xbox 360 are for me unless PS3 finally gives me some details and tells me truly its price. (I am waiting to get 360 when price drops and revolution is gonna be cheap anyway)
Hopefully Sony will be able to whip out some juicy info at E3, if not then I'll end up gettin a 360 since its looking like a pretty good console (except for the price for me) If the PS3 is even more costly then its not an option but im just waitin it out and slobbering over the pics of both the 360 and wut the PS3 is supposed to do...
SilverDogg @ Jan 17th 2006 7:45PM
i chose revolution. i would say a maybe for xbox360, but im not sure about it yet, so for now, only revolution.
jordan @ Jan 17th 2006 7:47PM
is it me, or is mr. iwata's strategy working? Revolution is by far the most popular console in terms of this pole, and he said he doesn't care if ppl purchase the competition's hardware, they think that their hardware will be unique enough to capture an audience based on price and innovation. This next-gen thing is shaping up to be more and more interesting! can't wait for E3!!! 8>)
Jago @ Jan 17th 2006 7:48PM
...b/c the title of the poll says "Pick your CONSOLE combo:"
Anon @ Jan 17th 2006 7:48PM
I'll eventually get all 3 consoles. It may take me a few years, but I'll get them all.
jc @ Jan 17th 2006 7:49PM
PC for now, PS3 or X360 when I know more information...
SilverSurfer @ Jan 17th 2006 7:52PM
Rev + PC is all I need to satisfy my gaming hunger.
cyberfelon @ Jan 17th 2006 7:56PM
I've seen enough of the Revolution and Xbox 360 to know I want both. I'm yet to see anything for PS3 that makes me want one, and the current design for the console is so damn ugly. I'm most excited about the Revolution, but I guess I wouldn't be much of a gamer if I wasn't.
Raynre @ Jan 17th 2006 7:56PM
Revolution on launch as my primary console, PS3 whenever it gets a price drop. (Knowing Sony, thatll be about 2 years after launch...)
Samuel McConnell @ Jan 17th 2006 7:58PM
Mmm...Chick-Fil-A. I haven't eaten at one of those in years. Wish we had 'em here...
Gaurav @ Jan 17th 2006 8:00PM
The revolution is in all of the top selections. Interesting...
DAKGOALIE38 @ Jan 17th 2006 8:04PM
My first time posting here. Woot!
Anyway, my parents only let me get one console at a time, so I picked Revolution. This is because I started with the SNES and fell in love with it and Donkey Kong Country. I didn't get my N64 until I heard about DK64, so I got it very late in its life cycle (2000?). I only had five games for it and barely got much use out of it besides DK64. I wasn't going to get a GameCube until 2002 when my cousins took me game shopping and were looking at GameCube games for their Cube, when I found them playing my new favorite series at a demo booth, Metroid. I then got the Cube mostly for this game, but ever since E3 of this year, my new favorite series is Legend of Zelda, but I still love me some Metroid, DK, and Mario, (which I didn't start liking until Sunshine), plus all of the other Miyamoto creations. It's not the Revolution part of the Revolution that I want, it's the games, although I'm still very excited about the new controller.
Also, to contribute to the food theme at the top, think of it this way. XBox 360 is the same old chicken sandwich, PS3 is the same old chicken sandwich with everything on it, and Revolution is this new meat that tastes really good, but some people are scared to try something new.
Teo @ Jan 17th 2006 8:05PM
Yeah Chik Fil-A is good
I'll probably buy all three systems when they have games I want out for them. The Xbox 360 I'll probably wait for a price drop and Halo 3 to come out, The PS3 when the next Suikoden game comes out I'd buy the system just to play it, and the Revolution once there are a few games I want to play on it.
For this Gen I bought the PS2 for Suikoden 3, I bought the Gamecube next for Skies of Arcadia, and the Xbox last for Halo and Doa3.
All good systems I work for a living so I can afford them first time ever.
funkyflea @ Jan 17th 2006 8:08PM
Was going to go with xbox360 before christmas, but now it's the REV at launch, then maybe the 360 later on.
Darune @ Jan 17th 2006 8:15PM
Rev for sure, PS3 and 360 when the killer game comes out for them.
I know Nintendo will pump out a few games that are absolutely worth it, PS3 and 360 have me wondering. Technically they both have some very interesting capabilities, hopefully a game will use them properly.
Jed Merrill @ Jan 17th 2006 8:16PM
Based on 1049 votes tallied, the total percentage of people planning to buy each console are as follows:
81% Nintendo Revolution
51% Sony PlayStation 3
54% Microsoft XBox 360
Congratulations to Nintendo on creating a "must-have" console! And congrats to Microsoft for already beating out Sony.
Grindstone @ Jan 17th 2006 8:27PM
In DAKGOALIE38's first post eva!: "Also, to contribute to the food theme at the top, think of it this way. XBox 360 is the same old chicken sandwich, PS3 is the same old chicken sandwich with everything on it, and Revolution is this new meat that tastes really good, but some people are scared to try something new."
Right, most of us are not used to eating cat, so we get nervous when it is presented before us and not fully shaven (or in other words, not sure about the Rev. yet- waiting for more info). And at this point, the PS3 appears to be the same chicken sandwich with extra trimmings, but your results may vary (look at it this way, the 360 said what it was going to be, and delivered. The PS3 has also said what it was going to be, but we're all holding our breath on it because of a history of making claims and then giving the consumer indigestion).
I voted 360 only. Sure, I have a full time salary job just as Jago (though I would rather be a spoiled 12 year old for obvious reasons), I do not have enough time to dedicate my adult life to gaming as I used to. Plus, I tend to spend my money doing other things, aside from my everyday life responsibilities. So, I will not be picking up other consoles. I'll play them, but not purchase them.
Jago @ Jan 17th 2006 8:31PM
I'd also like to add that I work for a video game middleware tool company...so I don't need to worry about feeling guilty if I buy a new game or console...hehe...
Superzapper @ Jan 17th 2006 8:35PM
Nintendo Revolution please, Well Done ,Hold the dressing.
Steve @ Jan 17th 2006 8:44PM
You are a Middleware Tool.
Jed Merrill @ Jan 17th 2006 8:58PM
With 1681 votes, the totals have changed as follows:
Nintendo Revolution 84%
PlayStation 3 51%
Xbox 360 55%
Both Nintendo and MS have gone up overall. Impressive to see 50% plus interest in all three consoles... It will be interesting to see how this translates into reality as economic realities affect purchases. I would think prices would help Nintendo further and hurt MS and Sony.
Based on this data, the average gamer who reads Joystiq will have 1.9 next gen game systems in his or her home...
laokaplow @ Jan 17th 2006 9:07PM
I chose PS3 and revo. I already have a 360 - so thats kind of weird, but Im going to have to sell it eventually if I want to continue supporting my beloved Sony.
captain_duck @ Jan 17th 2006 9:12PM
Revo for sure, and most likely a PS3 to.
Will probably not get an x360, unless it suddenly starts having good games, but looking at the xbox's (for me) crappy lineup i doubt that.
Martin @ Jan 17th 2006 9:25PM
Revolution for me.
Dark Morford @ Jan 17th 2006 9:29PM
Already have an X360. Will most likely pick up a Rev at launch. PS3 hasn't impressed me yet, so at this point, I'm willing to wait for a price drop or two before I buy one of those.
Jed Merrill @ Jan 17th 2006 9:44PM
With 1681 votes, the totals have changed as follows:
Nintendo Revolution 84%
PlayStation 3 51%
Xbox 360 55%
Both Nintendo and MS have gone up overall. Impressive to see 50% plus interest in all three consoles... It will be interesting to see how this translates into reality as economic realities affect purchases. I would think prices would help Nintendo further and hurt MS and Sony.
Based on this data, the average gamer who reads Joystiq will have 1.9 next gen game systems in his or her home...
Embassy @ Jan 17th 2006 9:51PM
im not surprised most joystiq readers want a revolution...but im sure the avg. madden ,GTA , halo gaming community will pass on the rev ( unfortunately) just like they did with th cube...( minus parents with small children who will buy anything by nintendo since its made out of indestructable plastic and usually pretty affordable)
the rev will be cool..just dont expect the avg gamer to pick up on it..well at least right away...
right noe id be good with just a 360..i know basically nothing of the other 2..since..there isnt much to know at this point..
theLoneYoshi @ Jan 17th 2006 9:58PM
I was one of the people who voted for Rev and PS3. I'll be getting a Revolution for sure, and a PS3 if I have the time and money. The only games that I would buy a 360 for are Top Spin 2 and Halo 3, but since one of my buddies is most likely getting one, I'll be completely fine.
Fuzz @ Jan 17th 2006 10:24PM
What? No Revolution + Phontom? booo!
Kouheikun @ Jan 17th 2006 10:25PM
I'm impressed by the response for the Revolution. I personally voted for the Revo and PS3 combo, and I guess a lot of people are thinking along the same lines as I am. The PS3 and X360 are going to offer many of the same types of games, whereas the Revo is something entirely different. I'm not sure how successful it's going to be, but I'm certainly interested in picking one up, and seeing how it turns out.
robotplague @ Jan 17th 2006 10:33PM
Revolution and PS3. If I were to get only one it would be a Revolution. I think eventually however I'll end up getting all three. A PS3 before a 360, however.
Mullinator @ Jan 17th 2006 10:56PM
a = University student = limited budget
b = Computer science major = major PC gamer
c = low money
d = Nintendo Revolution only
a + b = c
c = d
Understand my math?
Rectifier @ Jan 17th 2006 11:04PM
Just sold my 360 on ebay for $100 more than I paid for it. Will be using the money for my Rev preorder. Oh, and about 9 games. I wanted to be the first guy on my block with one when the 360 came out and now that I've played the games, I can honestly say, I'm glad I'm the first one to make some quick cash. Hoping the Rev turns out better. Pshhh to the PS3.
mr.karmalicious @ Jan 17th 2006 11:07PM
Great job Ninty :)! Too bad these don't represent all of the casuals :((((((99999.
With 3095 votes counted...
Revolution: 84%
360: 52%
PS3: 50%
Yay :). More people for NiWiFi!
cooke @ Jan 17th 2006 11:09PM
Rev then maybe Ps3 depending or not if i can afford it.. but its looking like the Nintendo strategy is working.
Neko Tsukimi @ Jan 17th 2006 11:49PM
You did a good job making me wish I had some Chik-Fil-A.... Maybe with the Kutaragi Grill I can make something yummily similar to Chik-Fil-A so I can have something to eat while I use one hand to play my Revolution...
The Purveyor of Justice @ Jan 18th 2006 12:05AM
Revolution, what else is there to say.
pr0cs @ Jan 18th 2006 12:06AM
Not really surprising to see the Rev in #1 especially from the people frequenting Joystiq.com. This poll on other 'general' gaming websites would probably give different results however.
KingBigos @ Jan 18th 2006 12:12AM
PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Revolution
conner @ Jan 18th 2006 12:39AM
Judging by the ds's crazy sales around the world (especially in japan)its inexpensive price, quality games, but not flashy graphics, and the rev's similar approach I think it will do really well. I think it will be really close, and the revolution and xbox 360 will be close, but the revolution will beat it out in the end. I own a 360 and I like it alot but I just have a feeling its really not bringing alot new to the table, I dont know it will be really close. If I had to choose two it would be of the 360 and the ps3, but ill just stick with the 360 im only 15...limited budget.
cooke @ Jan 18th 2006 12:55AM
#40 this is a general gaming site.. not sure what you mean by that..
hype @ Jan 18th 2006 1:57AM
i have a 360 and im planning on gettin a ps3 ..but a revoulution i dont kno da backwards compability idea sounds good but im sure u will have to pay for all those games and how will u save them? im not excited about that catastrophe of a controller either...nintendo hasnt done ne thing recently to me..but put mario n friends in every sports venue possible and that alone isnt enough to make me want a revolution ..xbox360 has alot of potential and sony has a good track record with consoles ps3 wont disappoint
Ninegauger @ Jan 18th 2006 2:20AM
I know that I'm going to NEED a Revolution unless Nintendo suddenly stop making great games. Then I'm pretty sure I'm going to need a PS3 for my Final Fantasy, Grand Theft Auto and most importantly Devil May Cry.
It's a shame about Rare... oh how the mighty have fallen... I don't say that just because they were sold... Star Fox Adventures wasn't up to their previous pedigree either. I'm thinking a 360 version of Blast Corps, if done well, could sell a lot of systems. Halo's the best they got? *Yawn*
SeriousKriss @ Jan 18th 2006 2:33AM
Rev and maybe PS3 for me, though I'll always be spending more time playing on PC.
justchris @ Jan 18th 2006 4:28AM
I wanna say I'm just gonna get a Revolution. But I know for a fact that there is gonna be a game released on each system that I won't be able to get on the other two, and I'm gonna end up buying it. So I'm gonna be honest, I'm gonna own all three.
lordbug @ Jan 18th 2006 8:37AM
Revolution is a lock for me. I'm just waiting for the game stores to start taking pre-orders. I still have mixed feelings on the controller, praying it's not PowerGlove 2.0. Overall, I think Nintendo is going to have a winner here.
PS3 is on my "probably" list. I skipped the PS2, and I kind of regret that. PS3 purchase is going to depend primarily on the price of the thing. $300 is really my limit, anything higher would need some serious justification.