How Do You Compare Wii, PS3 & Xbox Hardware?
As of April 2010, the current video game console generation comprises the PlayStation 3 (PS3), Nintendo Wii and Xbox 360. While all three consoles work on the same basic premise—you connect the console to your television and use it to play games—they each have unique features to set them apart from their peers. Use critical thinking and carefully compare each console before you decide which one you’d like to buy. It’s not a matter of which console is the best overall, but rather which console best suits your personal tastes. Consider the software library of each console and the difference between exclusive and non-exclusive titles. Nintendo titles such as “Mario” and “The Legend of Zelda” are only available on the Nintendo Wii, while the Xbox 360 claims titles such as “Halo” and “Fable” and the PS3 has the “Metal Gear Solid” franchise. Several publishers develop games for all three consoles, such as most of the EA Sports games and “Call of Duty” games. Consider the online capabilit