Next-Gen Sports Console

[Icetime2121]

I'm thinking about buying a new console at launch for the first time in my life. The only games I play are strictly sports games like Madden, NBA2k/NBA Live, NHL, PGA 2k and RBI baseball since I currently have an Xbox. I always buy the latest version so backwards compatibility doesn't mean as much to me. Most sports games are on each system so is there anything else other than price to separate Xbox series X/S vs PS5 in my situation?

[49UNCFan]

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Games will possibly run better on Series X. Also whichever console your friends on. PS5 controller could also make a difference with Haptic Feedback. Too many unknowns at the moment.

[bigbob]

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If you mainly play sports games, the only thing you should worry about is what console all your friends play on.

Let's be honest, though.. going the cheapest console route will probably be your best bet since we know sports games have not changed much lately.

[Icetime2121]

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I'm strictly an offline gamer since I have a family and only play when I have time so I don't even play with friends online. I'm also not upgrading my tv to get hdmi 2.1 but my current tv does offer 4k, HDR and native 120mhz so I'm thinking it's either XBox Series S or the digital version of the PS5 since that has actual 4k but will I really know the difference for the potential $100 difference that is being rumored.

[49UNCFan]

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I wouldn't purchase the Series S. Either X or Ps5.

https://n4g.com/news/2371794/xbox-se...osoft-confirms

[mestevo]

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I wouldn't purchase the Series S. Either X or Ps5.

https://n4g.com/news/2371794/xbox-se...osoft-confirms

I'd probably consider get the S. Framerate and other improvements probably outweigh the hysteria, but if that's a concern we'll see for ourselves soon enough.

[mgoblue]

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I'm hoping the show is coming to xbox and then I'd say I think it'll be slightly better for performance but probably not huge. You will get EA Play soon for game pass so added value there

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[TerryP]

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In my opinion PS5 would be the best bet for an exclusive sports gamer. Most games are cross platform but until it's confirmed for Xbox, you'll definitely have The Show for PS5. Also, if you play the PES series, the option files only work on PS.

[XxGamerXx]

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In my opinion PS5 would be the best bet for an exclusive sports gamer. Most games are cross platform but until it's confirmed for Xbox, you'll definitely have The Show for PS5. Also, if you play the PES series, the option files only work on PS.

The Show 21 is coming to xbox and switch

The announcement last year said as early as 2021 which would be in March when the show comes out and both Nintendo and Microsoft retweeted that announcement as the 2 consoles that will be taking part

The show on xbox series X should be the best performing and looking version based on spec alone but you are up to the mercy of the devs

[TheBleedingRed21]

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Cheaper than ever to jump into high end PC gaming!!!

But to answer your question - sports games on the consoles are so close (although I’d lean Xbox running slightly better), if all your other wants are tied (games, friends), I would just go with the console with the controller you like the most.

[Cod]

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Cheaper than ever to jump into high end PC gaming!!!

But to answer your question - sports games on the consoles are so close (although I’d lean Xbox running slightly better), if all your other wants are tied (games, friends), I would just go with the console with the controller you like the most.

Honestly, if you're strictly an offline player, this is the best answer. You can build a good performing PC for your living room around the same price as a console. Plus, you get the added benefits of mods for all the games. Downside, there is no simulation baseball on PC yet. The Super Mega Baseball series is very good though.

Not to mention, if you get a good enough CPU, you can emulate sports games from the past.

[Icetime2121]

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Honestly, if you're strictly an offline player, this is the best answer. You can build a good performing PC for your living room around the same price as a console. Plus, you get the added benefits of mods for all the games. Downside, there is no simulation baseball on PC yet. The Super Mega Baseball series is very good though.

Not to mention, if you get a good enough CPU, you can emulate sports games from the past.

I've thought about that a little but ultimately I don't really want to spend the time figuring out what PC I need, how to configure it since I have no clue how and how to do the mods. With family, there is value in just picking out a console and hitting the power button and playing right away. I'm leaning towards the digital PS5. Lower price without sacrificing power and other features.

[dickey1331]

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Xbox series X should be slightly more powerful. PS5 will be I believe twice as fast. Depends what means more to you.

[Slymm]

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Do you need a 4K tv for either of these?

[dickey1331]

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Do you need a 4K tv for either of these?

No you dont have to have a 4k TV.