Xbox Live Gets a Price Hike

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Danpascooch

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bojac6 said:
JaymesFogarty said:
That's why I bought a PS3. If you don't play online, I don't see the point in Xbox live. I don't, (as I prefer games with real stories and interesting characters) and I opted to get the PS3 because of that. But why are they hiking it? PSN is free, and that's been updating itself for a while now.
I don't see the connection. You didn't care about playing online, so you got the one that allows you to play online for free? I just don't see the logical progression there.

It's like saying "I couldn't decide between milk and orange juice. I didn't want to mix any of this with my coffee, as I like my coffee black, so I opted to get milk."
I was about to ask this guy the same question, but you beat me to it (nice analogy btw) but I'm afraid this guy is probably not going to understand what you said, usually people who say something as stupid as he just did don't understand logical reasoning...
 

masseyguy911

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Well im just glad that PSN is still free...
Besides, I never saw the point in paying money to play online, when I never play online that much.
 

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cartographer54 said:
Hurray for Playstation Network! And boo to playstation plus...
There is absolutely nothing wrong with Playstation Plus. It is no different that the Publishers Club here on the escapist. PSN Plus users get a few perks and if you get a years worth you even get a free game out of it, but the BASIC service still remains free.

The Playstation Network is still the model of customer satisfaction when it comes to online [console] gaming.
 

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ShadowKatt said:
cartographer54 said:
Hurray for Playstation Network! And boo to playstation plus...
There is absolutely nothing wrong with Playstation Plus. It is no different that the Publishers Club here on the escapist. PSN Plus users get a few perks and if you get a years worth you even get a free game out of it, but the BASIC service still remains free.

The Playstation Network is still the model of customer satisfaction when it comes to online [console] gaming.
No, I was only booing, cuz i heard the lbp2 beta was going to be playstation plus exclusive, and the fact that I like free stuff.
 

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bojac6 said:
JaymesFogarty said:
That's why I bought a PS3. If you don't play online, I don't see the point in Xbox live. I don't, (as I prefer games with real stories and interesting characters) and I opted to get the PS3 because of that. But why are they hiking it? PSN is free, and that's been updating itself for a while now.
I don't see the connection. You didn't care about playing online, so you got the one that allows you to play online for free? I just don't see the logical progression there.

It's like saying "I couldn't decide between milk and orange juice. I didn't want to mix any of this with my coffee, as I like my coffee black, so I opted to get milk."
For me, the big attraction of the Xbox 360 was the Live, as it was something that everyone who had an Xbox lauded over. When I focussed on single-player experiences, the PS3 had an advantage in its library, which is why I went for it. I will admit that the wording was terrible. I'll try to explain it better.

"The Xbox 360's advantage over PS3 is its' advanced online system, (supposed of course, as I didn't get one. If it's anything like Steam, good job Microsoft!) The PS3's advantage over Xbox was more single-player friendly games, that I personally was interested in. If I liked online play, I doubtlessly would have opted to get an Xbox. However, I didn't, so for me the PS3 had the advantage. Another advantage is that if I eventually decide to stop rocking the social boat, (so to speak, start gaming online) I will again fire up Steam, and use PSN at last for no sneaky extra costs. Do you have a 360? Is the online really that good?
 

mayney93

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so am I to believe there is no difference to 12 month subscriptions which is what most people buy? ( at least in my circle of friends etc)
 

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IamSofaKingRaw said:
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Korten12 said:
In a posting, Microsoft spokesperson Larry "Major Nelson" Hyrb explained the hike:

"Since launching Xbox LIVE in 2002 we have continually added more content and entertainment experiences for our members, while keeping the price the same. We're confident that when the new pricing takes effect, an Xbox LIVE Gold membership will continue to offer the best value in the industry.
Wait, what. Isn't PSN free? Does XBL have a lot more stuff on it? What he is saying doesn't make sense to me.
Yes it is. Yes it does.
I kind of like the aesthetic more, but other then the Mii rip-offs I'm not aware of any features the PS3 lacks.
I agree I hear all this XBL is better "Moar content " and all that bull but other than he old Xbox games and few exclusive arcade games everything is available on the PSN. PSn also hs great ps1 titles, PSN arcade games like Joe Danger to offer.
Ok i first want to make this clear i have a ps3 and since im kinda a cheap scate i use my ps3 for multiplayer. Now XBL in general is a better service its faster and smoother then the PSN. It also has better matchmakeing systems.
 

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Not really something to be mad about. Sure it's M$, and boy do we love to make fun of their money-grubbing ways (Alongside Activision), but cmon, it's only one dollar, so it doesn't really change much.
 

GLo Jones

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ITT: People getting annoyed at having to spend $10 more a year than they do now.

Seriously, that's a couple of drinks on a night out. For a whole year.

It makes as much sense to me as people refusing to join the Publishers Club because of it's annual fee.
ecoho said:
IamSofaKingRaw said:
Ironic Pirate said:
DarthLurtz said:
Uber Evil said:
Korten12 said:
In a posting, Microsoft spokesperson Larry "Major Nelson" Hyrb explained the hike:

"Since launching Xbox LIVE in 2002 we have continually added more content and entertainment experiences for our members, while keeping the price the same. We're confident that when the new pricing takes effect, an Xbox LIVE Gold membership will continue to offer the best value in the industry.
Wait, what. Isn't PSN free? Does XBL have a lot more stuff on it? What he is saying doesn't make sense to me.
Yes it is. Yes it does.
I kind of like the aesthetic more, but other then the Mii rip-offs I'm not aware of any features the PS3 lacks.
I agree I hear all this XBL is better "Moar content " and all that bull but other than he old Xbox games and few exclusive arcade games everything is available on the PSN. PSn also hs great ps1 titles, PSN arcade games like Joe Danger to offer.
Ok i first want to make this clear i have a ps3 and since im kinda a cheap scate i use my ps3 for multiplayer. Now XBL in general is a better service its faster and smoother then the PSN. It also has better matchmakeing systems.
Until PSN adds all the chat/party features that are standard on Live, I can never respect it as a competitor in online networks. I'm a very social gamer you see, and if I can't have my friends in the same room, then I want at least 5 of 'em talking to me regardless of what we're each playing.
 

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An extra ten bucks for a year? You are REALLY pushing your luck Micro$oft.....REALLY pushing it.
 

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Stealthygamer said:
Meh 1$ isn't a difference
Take all of the people that use live monthly and that is how much more money they are going to make every week.