I miss split-screen since that's how I usually play multiplayer games, but I like the option of online even though I don't use it as much. If I had to choose, right now in my life, I'd prefer more games with local co-op or competitive play over online play. It didn't used to be that way for me, but it is now.
I think I prefer online play. I was never a huge lan party guy so the most people I ever played with in person was four. Great fun and all but not quite the same as having a dozen or so people to play with online.
I prefer online because sharing a screen is lame, though I miss the days of good split screen games when you could have fun with everyone in the same room
It depends. With games that have tons of people, of course I prefer online multiplayer. Even against only a few people, I still prefer it. But split-screen isn't too bad if you don't have too many people.
While split-screen is fun because you're physically in the room with the person, I hate the screen distortion that comes from split-screen. I'd rather play online with someone using a headset than do split-screen.
I like to play online. I get headaches if I play split screen.
EDIT: My bad I thought you meant campaign Co-op. I would no matter what want online versus modes than split screen. I dont even care about split screen outside of campaign.
Some of my best memories are from Split Screen multiplayer. It's fun, even if you suck. Just laughing, talking smack and generally being obnoxious. Online multiplayer just isn't the same experience. But, these days split screen is bare bones, look at Call of Duty's multiplayer, less maps, weapons, and no custom classes. It's a shame, but still I prefer the joy of getting some take out, loading in Time Splitters 2, Halo, Soul Caliber, Tekken, Street Fighter, Marvel vs. Capcom, or Call of Duty and playing for hours on end.
Splitscreen, usually people like me play with relatives, and it's no fun not having that option and potentially forcing you to buy another console just to play with your brother :S
Other times it's just more fun with friends when playing splitscreen. In co-op games such as Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory, you are able to co-ordinate better and "bond" with your friend(s).
I really prefer to play with myself. I don't like split screens. Since the other player always watches me. It's annoying when someone, sitting next to me is breaking my concentration. As I try to shot off my gun. Then if they get off before me, I feel bad. To much added competition. Since you know they aren't going to reach over and help you.
Yeah, I definitely prefer to just close my door. Light some candles, pour some wine and play with myself.
" I really prefer to play with myself. I don't like split screens. Since the other player always watches me. It's annoying when someone, sitting next to me is breaking my concentration. As I try to shot off my gun. Then if they get off before me, I feel bad. To much added competition. Since you know they aren't going to reach over and help you. Yeah, I definitely prefer to just close my door. Light some candles, pour some wine and play with myself. "
That was the most suggestive comment that could possible pass for legitimate in a while
" I really prefer to play with myself. I don't like split screens. Since the other player always watches me. It's annoying when someone, sitting next to me is breaking my concentration. As I try to shot off my gun. Then if they get off before me, I feel bad. To much added competition. Since you know they aren't going to reach over and help you. Yeah, I definitely prefer to just close my door. Light some candles, pour some wine and play with myself. "
Depends on the game. But online is preferred most of the time. The restrictions in current current tech is the problem.
I did see an interesting new TV at CES 08 though, but that requires glasses. It allows two signal streams to be played on the same screen simultaneously. It's weird but it works.
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