So I went over to my local gamestop to pick up some Wii points, and 2 gamecube games. I decided to ask the clerks, "which do you think is the better system?"
So they responded Xbox360.
I asked why and they said "A better online system and the PS3 is lost exclusives like Tekken 6 and Final Fantasy 13."
I also highlighted to them that the PS3 has more exclusives as of to date.
Then they responed "If the Xbox360 breaks, its still under warranty. If the PS3 breaks, it costs $175 to fix."
I felt there was a since of stupidity coming the guys. 1) They only acknowledged the red ring of death. Not other issues such as scratching discs and other issues that occur with the system. 2) While the PS3 and Xbox360 share a fair amount of games, The Xbox360 and the PC share a fair amount games which doesn't mean there are as many exclusives to the system.
I actually asked a few different stores with similiar results. You think this is Gamestop being biased?
Yeah, the corporate executives at Gamestop has told all the clerks that they must say that the 360 is the best. It's not like it could be the clerk's personal opinion. Sheesh. And what the hell? You went to several different Gamestops and asked them what the better system was? How about just playing a videogame?
" Yeah, the corporate executives at Gamestop has told all the clerks that they must say that the 360 is the best. It's not like it could be the clerk's personal opinion. Sheesh.And what the hell? You went to several different Gamestops and asked them what the better system was? How about just playing a videogame? "
That guy did not represent the entire corporation of Gamestop, he represented himself. Especially when you asked him "What do you think is better, Xbox or PS3"
" 2) While the PS3 and Xbox360 share a fair amount of games, The Xbox360 and the PC share a fair amount games which doesn't mean there are as many exclusives to the system. "
While this thread is incredibly stupid, I would like to acknowledge this point. You asked them which of the systems they preferred, Xbox 360 or PS3. That doesn't include PC. Even so, I don't think you can include games on Xbox 360 and PC as not being exclusive to the 360 when you're discussing consoles.
Do you really think GameStop gives a fuck about the console war? Seriously? Those were the opinions of theclerks you asked, not GameStop. The only thing they're biased towards is money.
Yes they are sooo very biased. In fact I think they are so biased I don't shop there. *insert sarcasm here*
Nah, but I don't get games there mainly because I think the whole thing is a scam. I mean sure they are trying to make money, but buying back a game for like $15 and then selling it for $40 to $55, for a relatively new game seems like a scam. Now of course they don't sell all their used games, but it just feels wrong to me.
It kinda sounds like your biased Against the Xbox 360. . .Hmmmm? Therefore I think your entire family everyone your related to is biased and your all a bunch of PS3 fanboys I refuse to purchase things from you.
Then they responed "If the Xbox360 breaks, its still under warranty. If the PS3 breaks, it costs $175 to fix.
I like to acknowledge this. As a person who has had their PS3 break, I find the the repair fee to be ridiculous. MS aren't saints for doing their extended warranty, but their userbase have somewhat of a cursed blessing from all the RRoD issues.
As someone who owns both systems. I kinda have to agree. The 360 is overall the better system. That doesn't mean the PS3 is bad or anything. Of course this is just personal opinion as well.
My gamestop says PS3. Granted its the manager that says PS3 and some of the peons that say 360, its still refreshing to have a nice Gamestop that is a normal store.
Yeah, I work at Gamestop. My opinion? The Playstation 3 is a better deal for the money, but the 360 has a better games library. Whenever a customer asks me which system is better, I tell them it depends on your personal preferences and what you're looking for. If you plan on doing a lot of online competitive games, go with the 360, which has a better mulitplayer selection with better first party titles, and a better online setup. If you're looking for multimedia functionality or don't care about online play, go with the PS3, which has blu-ray, built in wireless, and a more fleshed out RPG selection.
Why would I, as an employee, want your money? I still get paid the same shitty wage at the end of the day. I work there because I love video games and I love discussing them with the people who come in the store.
" So I went over to my local gamestop to pick up some Wii points, and 2 gamecube games. I decided to ask the clerks, "which do you think is the better system?" So they responded Xbox360. I asked why and they said "A better online system and the PS3 is lost exclusives like Tekken 6 and Final Fantasy 13." I also highlighted to them that the PS3 has more exclusives as of to date. Then they responed "If the Xbox360 breaks, its still under warranty. If the PS3 breaks, it costs $175 to fix." I felt there was a since of stupidity coming the guys. 1) They only acknowledged the red ring of death. Not other issues such as scratching discs and other issues that occur with the system. 2) While the PS3 and Xbox360 share a fair amount of games, The Xbox360 and the PC share a fair amount games which doesn't mean there are as many exclusives to the system. I actually asked a few different stores with similiar results. You think this is Gamestop being biased? "
I never asked any clerk for any of "their" opinions ever. They want your money; you want something for nothing.
Who in the hell cares? Christ, do people have nothing better to do? It's not GameStop tells the clerks to say Xbox 360. It's their own personal opinion.
" Yeah, the corporate executives at Gamestop has told all the clerks that they must say that the 360 is the best. "
Really? Thats not the case at the GS where I work . . . we're told to answer the customer honestly. We all know each console has its strengths and weaknesses, we ask the customer what type of style they're shooting for, who will be playing, what else they want to do besides play games on it . . .
" Yeah, the corporate executives at Gamestop has told all the clerks that they must say that the 360 is the best. "
Really? Thats not the case at the GS where I work . . . we're told to answer the customer honestly. We all know each console has its strengths and weaknesses, we ask the customer what type of style they're shooting for, who will be playing, what else they want to do besides play games on it . . . I think your info is a bit off "
" So I went over to my local gamestop to pick up some Wii points, and 2 gamecube games. I decided to ask the clerks, "which do you think is the better system?" So they responded Xbox360. I asked why and they said "A better online system and the PS3 is lost exclusives like Tekken 6 and Final Fantasy 13." I also highlighted to them that the PS3 has more exclusives as of to date. Then they responed "If the Xbox360 breaks, its still under warranty. If the PS3 breaks, it costs $175 to fix." I felt there was a since of stupidity coming the guys. 1) They only acknowledged the red ring of death. Not other issues such as scratching discs and other issues that occur with the system. 2) While the PS3 and Xbox360 share a fair amount of games, The Xbox360 and the PC share a fair amount games which doesn't mean there are as many exclusives to the system. I actually asked a few different stores with similiar results. You think this is Gamestop being biased? "
Dude is this a knock against Gamestop or the 360? You sound like a PS3 fanboy for a bit there. I like both systems but having more exclusives to date is overrated. You know which system has the most exclusives? The Wii. Yeah, Smash Bros, Zelda, Jillian Michaels Training, My Petz Ponies, Nerf Gun Game. Yeah, saying it has more exclusives doesnt mean shit. Not when they suck, and not when they are called Killzone 2. Sorry but that game fucking sucks. Traded that shit in for some Uncharted 2 baby. So please, dont start to go around to the gamestops and try to feel smart about what you know about games. Its just an opinion that you asked for and you got one. How they see that someone tipping their 360 to scratch a disc is not something that they worry about, then that means they know something.
They want you to spend money, they don't care on what. Acting like stores are biased towards a particularly company is stupider than people who claim every review is biased in some way, shape or form.
" They want you to spend money, they don't care on what. Acting like stores are biased towards a particularly company is stupider than people who claim every review is biased in some way, shape or form. Chances are, it's only you that is. "
If you're talking to someone who actually runs a store, he would recommend you buy an item that is overstocked at the time. If the clerk was earning commission, he would recommend you the more expensive alternative. I'm not talking about GameStop in particular, of course.
actually gamestop drains their mind of their opinion. gamestop says sell more 360 games and accessories. gamestop also have their employees get as many customers to preorder games.
i think that it is their opinion on which console is better. i don't think gamestop cares about system wars all that much.
Are you serious? You ask him what he thinks is the best system and he tells you and you argue with him and tell him the PS3 is better pretty much and he is the biased one? What the hell?
Well since according to sony fanboys the 360 had a 99% failure rate all of which is rrod or e74 then since its covered...mentioning scratching discs and such really means nothing, since the ps3 recognizes no problem if your warrenty is out its all ways 150 bux or so to fix. and they are a stickler at sony for proof, better have kept that receipt.
My Gamestop has the Wii stuff right up front. There are more 360 games though and all the clerks talk in the background about 360 games. I think it's their choice. It probably varies from store to store, but the three in my area are all basically the same.
I've seen the clerks try to talk people out of buying a PS3 over 360 before, usually to parents who have no idea what any of this is, citing things like "terrible online" and "expensive games" as reasons. So absolutely at my store.
Its totally like going to McDonald's and asking the dude behind the register if he prefers Big Macs or Quarter Pounders. And when he says Quarter Pounders and he is wrong you persistently insist that Big Macs are the superior platform because it has the exclusive rights to the special sauce.
But at the end of the day they are both greasy as hell and you have heart disease.
It sounds like you asked some guys for their honest opinion and they gave it to you. You don't have to agree, but that doesn't make it invalid. As far as Gamestop corporate, I think they're biased towards money.
" So I went over to my local gamestop to pick up some Wii points, and 2 gamecube games. I decided to ask the clerks, "which do you think is the better system?" So they responded Xbox360. I asked why and they said "A better online system and the PS3 is lost exclusives like Tekken 6 and Final Fantasy 13." I also highlighted to them that the PS3 has more exclusives as of to date. Then they responed "If the Xbox360 breaks, its still under warranty. If the PS3 breaks, it costs $175 to fix." I felt there was a since of stupidity coming the guys. 1) They only acknowledged the red ring of death. Not other issues such as scratching discs and other issues that occur with the system. 2) While the PS3 and Xbox360 share a fair amount of games, The Xbox360 and the PC share a fair amount games which doesn't mean there are as many exclusives to the system. I actually asked a few different stores with similiar results. You think this is Gamestop being biased? "
1. There is a space between Xbox and 360. It's really annoying to read a paragraph where Xbox 360 is spelled Xbox360 over and over again. 2. A clerk's opinion does not represent the whole franchise. 3. Truthfully, I don't give a shit if Gamestop is biased one way or the other. Who really cares?
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