I’m torn in getting an Xbox One or PS4 for Destiny

On 09/09/2014 at 12:56 PM by NSonic79

Can’t decide even now.

Destiny is out now and I’m still on the fence on how to get this game, or even what system to play it on. It all started when a coworker broke down and bought an Xbox One, with the intention of playing Destiny on it. Though he still has an Xbox 360 he really wanted to get a game to “justify” buying a new generation console. I filled him in mostly about my experience with the beta and despite his misgivings he was ready for what Bungie had to offer.

But then my bro out east decided to get a PS4 in preparation for Destiny as well. (He knew of the PS4 bundle pack but passed given how he didn’t want to wait and he didn’t like white.) Though he was originally a MS fan on Xbox 360 he got fed up with all BS MS did during the Xbox One role out along with other 360 issues.

So now I am torn. Though both my coworker and my bro didn’t say they want me to join them (my bro since we go back to our “halo homo” days & my coworker because he doesn’t know many Xbox One gamers).

And what’s worse (kind of) is that I actually have the funds to get a next gen system. “Teh wife” and I crunched the numbers and found we have the funds to afford either an Xbox One or PS4. So now it’s up to us in deciding what we’d like to get.

But I’m torn in how to choose.

The reasons can be summed up into three reasons.

HD Upgrading.

If I’ve learned anything from the last generation of console gaming, the HD space offered was not enough for me. I’ve had to upgrade my PS3 and Xbox 360 THREE TIMES. The Xbox 360 from 120 GB to 250GB then finally to 320 GB. My PS3 from 60GB to 160GB to ultimately 1TB! So whichever system I get I’m going to upgrade them to at least 1TB or over of memory. But should I go with a standard HDD or an SSHD? It would be cheaper to go for standard HDD but given how you’ll be deleting games to make due with HD space, an SSHD might seem more practical for hard drive stability. And then their taking into account the differences of HD upgrading between the PS4 and Xbox one, PS4 being internal and Xbox One being external. If last gen has taught me something I want to just upgrade my console’s HD once and be done with it. I don’t want to mess with it down the road during the console’s lifecycle and beyond.

Bundles or individuals

Not sure if I should buy a bundle pack or try to build my own system given the options I have right now for getting the game. The PS4 route seems easiest given the white bundle offered. But then there is the Xbox One offer where you can now get a free game this week if you buy and Xbox One right now. And that also includes bundles too not including ones that offer free gift cards and subscriptions to Xbox Live. And let’s not touch on the new generation upgrade offer where if you buy the Xbox 360 or PS3 version of Destiny you can upgrade to the Xbox One or PS4 versions of the game for free. So many options to choose from. And that’s not even considering how Destiny plays/looks on their respective console releases either new gen or last gen.

Still on the fence with Destiny itself.

When I played the beta I thought the game was okay. It didn’t really wow me but it was fun. To me it felt like a cross between an MMO, halo and borderlands in the realms of gameplay, scope and graphics. But at the same time if I wanted to play an MMO, halo and borderlands I’d play those games respectively. Destiny didn’t quite sell me given how the big push for enjoying the game has the social aspect of playing this game. And given I’m a bit of a social recluse I wasn’t sure if this game would be a smart $60 investment, either as a physical or digital buy. And that’s not taking into account the add ons and the future expansion packs. Having the single player mode only accessible online didn’t help matters any given my preference to OWNing a game I’d be able to play years after the main servers go offline.

“Teh Wife” is partial to PS4 given her loyalty to Sony (our TV, Bluray, Theatre system, camera and video camcorder are all Sony) but it might seem easier to get an Xbox One given how I already have Live and it’s sharable between MS systems. Plus there is my Bro and my coworker to think about.

I got till the end of the week to decide on which system to get, if at all along with getting Destiny.

What say you fellow gamers? What would you do?

Ta-ta

“N”

transmet2033

09/09/2014 at 01:21 PM

I don't know what to tell you. If I had not already gotten a PS4 I would be in the same boat. What I can say is that I still want a Wii U, eventhough the name is stupid.

NSonic79

09/10/2014 at 12:24 PM

That's another thing. I want a Wii U too but I'm thinking if I wait long enough we might see a price drop! But given what's coming up for the system next year I'm not sure that'll happen anytime soon. Plus there is the New 3DS to consider soon. Argh!

Super Step Contributing Writer

09/09/2014 at 02:52 PM

I'm having a hard enough time deciding if I want a PS4 or to get an XBox One for Sunset Overdrive or to wait and see if SO comes to PS4. IF I decide I can afford any of these things. But if Destiny is online-only even for single-player I would never personally buy it.

I don't really buy bundles, but that's because I rarely see any I can afford when they come out or I've already bought the system by that time usually.

As for HD upgrading, I haven't given it much thought, but if XBO is easier to upgrade memory-wise, that's another point for that system in my book.

Given that you're on the fence with Destiny and which system to buy, I'd say wait until you can feel 100% about the purchase.

09/10/2014 at 12:27 PM

Destiny's Online single player should be a killer for me given how I won't get Titanfall over that. Yet I'm finding myself enjoying more and more f2p titles that have the same aspect. Sure it's $60 for Destiny but it's suppose to be a long term console active game.

I usually don't consider bundles either given how I usually already own the system in question before them. But this is a unique opportunity given the circumstances so that one is new to me.

the HDD issue might not be much of an issue. Sure you can plug and play with the XOne HD options but at the same time I'd have to look for an external HDD that takes power from the system instead of another outlet.

I'll think more on Destiny. But any info is helpful.

Alex-C25

09/09/2014 at 04:23 PM

I can't give a good advice since i'm not planning on buying a PS4 or Xbone any time soon. I would personally go for PS4, if only because I have a spot for the Playstation.

09/10/2014 at 12:28 PM

I do to after the first big reveal of the PS4 back then. I did say to myself I would buy a PS4 after how they trashed MS about their used games policy.

Joaquim Mira Media Manager

09/09/2014 at 05:12 PM

PC.

asrealasitgets

09/09/2014 at 07:27 PM

It's available on PC?

09/09/2014 at 07:55 PM

Not yet, but it eventually will be.

09/10/2014 at 12:30 PM

I wonder when the game does come out for PC will it be cross platform with PS3/PS4 like FF XIV.

HA! I'm no PC gamer. Console FTW!

09/10/2014 at 10:35 PM

Haha fair enough.

09/11/2014 at 12:23 PM

No tthat their anything wront with PC gaming mind you. I've just had....difficulties with the format. too complicated for me.

mothman

09/09/2014 at 05:25 PM

Choice would be easy for me. PS4! Xbox One is like inviting a vampire into your home. You just know it's gonna come back to bite you.

Also if you want to upgrade the HD PS4 is the way to go.

From what I've read Xbox One will only accept an external USB drive while on the PS4 you can simply replace the internal drive with a bigger one just like you could with the PS3.

xDarthKiLLx

09/09/2014 at 08:58 PM

^^What Peter said.

Buying anything from Microsoft is asking for trouble. The hardware isn't old enough yet for me to invest in either of those systems, personally. The only one on my mind right now is the Wii U...

But if you're gonna pull the trigger, get a PS4. You'll thank yourself later for making a wise decision.

09/10/2014 at 12:33 PM

Normally I'd be the same way but I'd like to own one of them given my itch to get some new tech. I guess my sitatuion is just giving me an excuse. Destiny seems like the reason to give it a go. Plus it does help that I actually played the beta unlike other new gen titles that are upcoming.

that's 2 for PS4!

09/10/2014 at 12:31 PM

That is true. My original Xbox 360 did die awhile back. And it died two more times after it was fixed by a "certified" MS technician.

And as much as ai'd like to plug in an external HD to a system, I'd feel better knowing that an HD is directly installed INTO the console itself. I guess that's 1 for PS4.

jgusw

09/10/2014 at 08:02 AM

PS4.

and that makes 3 for PS4.

KnightDriver

09/10/2014 at 02:19 PM

You could get the COD:Advanced Warfare Xbox One bundle because it's the only X1 with a 1TB drive. I'm waiting for Crackdown to go broke on a X1. That's my game.

I did see at the Destiny release a friend of mine buying the white PS4 Destiny bundle. That looks cool.

Destiny is an exciting game. I watched the launch trailer and got goosebumps of excitement, but I'm worried it will be too multiplayer infused; however, if my main gaming buddy was buying it, I'd have to too for the co-op.

Matt Snee Staff Writer

09/10/2014 at 04:53 PM

I'm having a tough time deciding too, but I'm not really interested in Destiny. maybe later this fall or next year...

09/11/2014 at 12:15 PM

but..but...but...it's "like" halo-ish and you kind still like Halo. You get to explore the galaxy! You don't want to leave the gravitational chains of earth and visit other planets?

PixlBit