MSN's personals page has a piece about what a man's console says about him. That's not being sexist, that's
what the article is about. Perhaps console preference says something different about women? Here's what the "expert" opinions of a psychologist, a DeVry student, the
CEO of GGL and the editor-in-chief of
GameTrailers came up with:
- PlayStation: The consensus is that this guy is an early adopter who demands the best from his game experience "and probably his women." This is the guy who is hard to keep up with because he's either working or out on the town. He uses video games to relax.
- Wii: This guy is fun. He also knows that this is the best date machine as many games appeal to both sexes. He's also fiscally responsible because the system is the
cheapest least expensive.
- Xbox 360: He's probably a serious gamer and women should ask to see his gamertag to see how much time he's logged. These guys like "violent, visceral games, as well as the social aspect of connecting with friends online. They may be living out an active and social life through games, because they are a bit on the shy side." According to one comment, these men are passionate about gaming and transfer that to the bedroom.
The author of the piece notes, "These expert opinions won't apply to all men who own these consoles, so don't consider them absolutes." Theoretically, it should help women get "some solid clues" about the gamer they're dating. We bet it gets really confusing once female gamers and owners of multiple systems get involved.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)
Jerk Face @ Nov 6th 2007 3:59PM
That is my grandpa.
pete @ Nov 6th 2007 5:06PM
Thanks for the attribution guys; I sent this to you people yesterday morning. Now I know why people gripe when you don't give the customary thanks to tipsters.
Jerk Face @ Nov 6th 2007 5:11PM
Better call in the WAAAAAAAAMBULANCE! We have a CRYMERGENCY!
darthpoontang @ Nov 6th 2007 7:53PM
Dead on; I'd say they nailed 2 of the 3! Xbox 360 would be the mistake; the one you'd ask your girl to take the morning after pill after playing around with it.
megapenguinx @ Nov 6th 2007 9:16PM
my grandpa!
LaughingTarget @ Nov 6th 2007 4:01PM
When was this written? The console prices are way off.
Ranus Studios @ Nov 6th 2007 4:02PM
I have all three. Does that make me gay?
KiraXD @ Nov 6th 2007 4:03PM
lol
Jason B @ Nov 6th 2007 4:03PM
Yes
2ez @ Nov 6th 2007 4:09PM
LOL NO U DONT IDORT
Matt Sulivan @ Nov 6th 2007 4:21PM
no, just tri-curious!
DSR7997 @ Nov 6th 2007 4:26PM
Not that there's anything wrong with that.
borland502 (SDF - Macross Ring) @ Nov 6th 2007 4:33PM
No, you're just afraid of commitment. Like a super-pimp you appreciate playing the field and keeping your options open.
Emperor Samoth @ Nov 6th 2007 4:35PM
That just means you swing on all 3 sides, have an alternative life-style and afraid of commitment.
Korova @ Nov 7th 2007 7:57AM
front door
back door
and
side door, oh-oh!
KiraXD @ Nov 6th 2007 4:02PM
what about the guy who owns all 3?
mr nimblewick (SegaDF - Jogurt Ring) @ Nov 6th 2007 4:30PM
He probably doesn't have a date because he is so focused on video games he doesn't have time for anything else.
Jman196 @ Nov 6th 2007 4:03PM
"are passionate about gaming and transfer that to the bedroom." Thats right, I love to master chief my girlfriend!
Rususeruru @ Nov 6th 2007 6:55PM
somehow I doubt she enjoys you t-bagging her when she falls asleep... ok maybe she doesn't mind and if she doesn't congratulation's on finding a freak (the good kind)!
FrankTheCrank @ Nov 6th 2007 4:04PM
And if you have all three...your an asshole who is completely in debt up to his eyeballs...or can't manage his money very well.
LaughingTarget @ Nov 6th 2007 4:04PM
Or retarded rich ... or managed to win two prizes in contests...
danny. (fdf.) @ Nov 6th 2007 4:08PM
or can manage their money very well I suppose.
KiraXD @ Nov 6th 2007 4:17PM
or have a damn good job (me) and can afford to blow their money on Games.... and drugs....
....and hookers.
NATO_Duke @ Nov 6th 2007 4:19PM
Jealous much tough guy? Some folks have jobs that pay well enough - and know how to manage their money.
Burritoclock @ Nov 6th 2007 4:39PM
Wow, I mean a stupid new car would cast 20,000+ thousand, so if you just buy a used car for 10,000 that flipping 10,000 to blow on anything else in the world...
Amazing thing money...
deaftly @ Nov 6th 2007 5:12PM
but frank i thought your arguement was that if you hate the ps3 you obviously are to poor to afford one. now i suppose i can say the same about you because i'll have all 3 by the end of the week so it looks like you're the jackass who needs a 2nd job, retard fanboy
jason @ Nov 6th 2007 5:15PM
It's called investing. You should try it someday when you're off an allowance.
Jake @ Nov 7th 2007 8:36AM
Owning all three consoles is not very hard if you have a decent job and know how to manage money. I'm a 24 year old mechanical engineer and make $60k a year. That isn't an incredibly difficult degree to earn. I own a $4k car which is unusual for someone in my position, but I've had the same gf for 6 years so I ain't really out to impress the bitches.
DangerMouse @ Nov 6th 2007 4:04PM
Women will be considered when Dual Shock 3 hits the market.
Alcevious @ Nov 6th 2007 4:06PM
Tripe.
Skeffington @ Nov 6th 2007 4:06PM
They forgot this one:
3DO: "Just fucking run away from that guy'
Please, don't hate me 3DO fanboys.
Jerk Face @ Nov 6th 2007 4:11PM
OMG 3DO IS THE BEST FUCKING SYSTEM EVER JOYSTIQ IS TOBIAS!!!!111ONE
Skeffington @ Nov 6th 2007 4:14PM
NOOO, the 3OD is 4 ze kiddies, the CD-I is da best, it has Zelda and stuff, LOLZ.
This is like the best debate that never happened some time in 1994.
borland502 (SDF - Macross Ring) @ Nov 6th 2007 4:58PM
DC 4 life. Word.
Micheal82 @ Nov 6th 2007 5:14PM
Atari 2600 FTW. Pac-man Pwns all!!!!!!1111!!one!!!!!!1!1!!!!!
Sean Newton @ Nov 6th 2007 5:59PM
They forgot CDTV - "He has a what?"
Justin B @ Nov 6th 2007 4:08PM
What Trollittarius says about the Wii owner is a little off the mark. In reality there is a high chance however that someone who owns a Wii owns it because it is popular, not because they really wanted one. My grandparents called me up the other day to ask me about as they were thinking about buying one. Neither have played a video game, ever. The hype really is ridiculous.
Of course, some of us (me included) just really love Mario and Metroid and all the jazz. Xbox 360 owner sounds about on the mark, my love of Mario being offset by my 360-induced bloodlust.
Nick the Hero of Canton @ Nov 6th 2007 4:19PM
About your grandparents, I'd say that's Nintendo reaching it's goal, not hype.
Lemmiwinks @ Nov 6th 2007 4:27PM
"The man they call Nick!"
Nice handle.
2ez @ Nov 6th 2007 4:09PM
And that's why you stay in school, kids.
Jerk Face @ Nov 6th 2007 4:09PM
Wow, What an ass hole!
silkylove @ Nov 6th 2007 4:14PM
I have a PS3 and a Wii. I like my descriptions.
Jeff @ Nov 6th 2007 4:15PM
Oh man, if they had included us PC Gamers, we'd have definitely 'won'.
"PC Gamers are willing to spend the most money on their beloved-- gaming-- and hopefully their lavishness will apply to you also. Due to keyboard and mouse they are by far the most accurate of lovers; they will be able to get right where you want them. No auto-aim for these guys. Sadly, you might need to get them to buy some kind of accessory if you like rumble."
Intentless @ Nov 6th 2007 4:25PM
I'm sorry but PC gamers have nothing on Bassists in the..... manual department...
Jeff @ Nov 6th 2007 4:29PM
ROFL. I'm a bassist.
Ranus Studios @ Nov 6th 2007 4:29PM
Post of the year.
Intentless @ Nov 6th 2007 4:31PM
So then you know the truth of it!!
danny. (fdf.) @ Nov 6th 2007 4:45PM
I play bass as well, though not as much these days. I can still double slap like a MFer.
Vidikron (FU) @ Nov 6th 2007 5:09PM
Hmmm... In my experience the PC-only guys are the most reclusive. Exhibit A: WoW.
LMAO @ Nov 6th 2007 4:16PM
LOL crazy.
Playstation 3 Owner = hype believer, stubborn. Sony is God - Buys everything Sony or high end for bragging rights.
Wii owner = Not competitive in any real life activities or competitions and relies on virtual orgasm.
Xbox 360 Owner = Poor PC ethusiasts who cant keep up with buying computer upgrades every 6 months. A hibernating PC gamer.