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[robarcool]

Northernian wrote...

I don't think my PC could handle ME3's improved graphics and memory requirements. On top of that I use laptop, and optimisation is very limited. So I will shift to Xbox to have a smooth ME3 experience. Cheaper than updating the VGA card or CPU.

Well, I use a laptop too, but I hope it will do good with ME3. Which GPU does your laptop have?

[Northernian]

AMD Athlon II x64 Dual Core 2.2 Ghz. It runs ME2 fine, but I reckon I would require one of those new quadcore CPUs to run ME3.

Modifié par Northernian, 16 décembre 2011 - 07:53 .

[FoxShadowblade]

While I am a primarily X360 gamer, and the new consoles are indeed much better...I would say go PC if you can run ME3 on it. Less money required over all and basically the same experience.

But as a gamer who enjoys story and intense action, I just cannot find intense action sitting in a computer chair on a keyboard, compared to using a controller. Personal preference though, so I guess it's irrelevant to your decision.

[Metalrocks]

PC for sure. games are cheaper, looks at times better too (as long you have the right HW of course), you have much better and faster reaction with a mouse then a controller. maybe i am wrong but i havent seen or heard of a game yet on console were you can customize the controls to your liking.

[Rockworm503]

I've only ever played it on PC and I cant see myself playing this without a mouse and keyboard.

[naledgeborn]

I've played Mass Effect 2 on all three platforms. PC is hands down the best when it comes to gameplay, but very uncomfortable if you like beating games on a binge.

360 would second on the list because of the Mass Effect 1 inclusion and the lack of lag and stutter in the PS3 version.

[Fredvdp]

Northernian wrote...

AMD Athlon II x64 Dual Core 2.2 Ghz. It runs ME2 fine, but I reckon I would require one of those new quadcore CPUs to run ME3.

A dev said the requirements will probably be very similar to ME2.

[Trekfanboy]

I have ME and ME2 for both Xbox 360 and PC. In general, I have to say that the PC is the better platform for the ME games.

However, because of my bad experience with Origin and the Origin Store earlier this year, I decided to only pre-order the Xbox 360 version of ME3. If Bioware announces that the PC version of ME3 won't involve Origin then I'll buy the PC version of ME3 as well. If Origin is a requirement for the PC version then I'll just stick to the Xbox 360.

[robarcool]

Northernian wrote...

AMD Athlon II x64 Dual Core 2.2 Ghz. It runs ME2 fine, but I reckon I would require one of those new quadcore CPUs to run ME3.

I asked about the GPU my friend, because that's what matters more than the CPU. My laptop has Mobility Radeon 5650, which is somewhat lower mainstream and can run most games.

[yesikareyes]

I have a question for all computer aficionados here, these are the specs of my Mac and I bought it years after Dragon Age Origins was released but whenever I play a game it quits whenever I increase the graphics.

Processor 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5
Memory 4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3
Graphics Intel HD Graphics 3000 384 MB
Software Mac OS X Lion 10.7.2 (11C74)

[robarcool]

yesikareyes wrote...

I have a question for all computer aficionados here, these are the specs of my Mac and I bought it years after Dragon Age Origins was released but whenever I play a game it quits whenever I increase the graphics.

Processor 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5
Memory 4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3
Graphics Intel HD Graphics 3000 384 MB
Software Mac OS X Lion 10.7.2 (11C74)

Get a discrete graphics card (and a decent one, like Radeon 6870, which works out of the box with Macs) in your Mac (if it is a desktop) to play at high details. If it is not a desktop, you may buy one. If you don't want to buy one, then you are stuck with what you have.

Modifié par robarcool, 16 décembre 2011 - 06:46 .

[otaku4ever]

PC. Texture mods and mouse and keyboard.

edit: typo.

Modifié par otaku4ever, 16 décembre 2011 - 07:49 .

[Fredvdp]

Northernian wrote...

I don't think my PC could handle ME3's improved graphics and memory requirements. On top of that I use laptop, and optimisation is very limited. So I will shift to Xbox to have a smooth ME3 experience. Cheaper than updating the VGA card or CPU.

ME2 looks better than ME1 and it runs smoother on the same PC hardware. Who says ME3 won't also be optimized? As far as I can tell the graphics don't look much better anyway.

[Dave Exclamation Mark Yognaut]

The answer is always PC. Unless Origin is involved, in which case go with the console of your choice.

[Northernian]

The problem is my graphics card is HD Radeon 4250 and its an integrated one. It runs most recenty games fine, but for example in ME2 the fps was very slow in the last human-reaper battle, the last section of Garrus' loyalty mission (the part when Harkin sent the heavy mechs). So there are some parts like this, in addition to some conversations where I experience low fps. ME 2 has better optimisation than ME 1 though.

So I think many of you PC gamers including me who are not sure whether their PCs could handle ME3 fine or not first need to try the demo when it comes out.

Modifié par Northernian, 17 décembre 2011 - 11:41 .

[eternalnightmare13]

yesikareyes wrote...


Okay, so I accidentally deleted all my save files for Mass Effect 1 and 2 in my Xbox 360 in an attempt to transfer my files into a external hard drive. Long story short, I was in grief for a long period of time because I have invested so much of my time and effort for those games. I sold my 360 (it's the old white one that does those red rings from time to time) because I am reminded of the pain. Back to my point, as Mass Effect 3 is nearing and without my save files... I basically am going to start from the very beginning! Would it be adviseable to continue playing it on the 360 (buying the black one) where I have all the DLCs already? or just buy a PS3 and Mass Effect 2 and 3 since I heard that the graphics are way "better"? (I think there is an edition where all the DLCs are included).

Okay...

Go with the Xbox since you already have both games, unless you were silly enough to sell them too, and the dlc.  Why throw your money away by buying a PS3 just for this series which doesn't have both games?!  You're already wasting your money buy buying the same console twice but at least you'll save money on the dlc you already bought.

[robarcool]

Northernian wrote...

The problem is my graphics card is HD Radeon 4250 and its an integrated one. It runs most recenty games fine, but for example in ME2 the fps was very slow in the last human-reaper battle, the last section of Garrus' loyalty mission (the part when Harkin sent the heavy mechs). So there are some parts like this, in addition to some conversations where I experience low fps. ME 2 has better optimisation than ME 1 though.

So I think many of you PC gamers including me who are not sure whether their PCs could handle ME3 fine or not first need to try the demo when it comes out.

Oh, I see. Well 4250 is a weak GPU. Well, lets see how it fares against ME3.

[felipejiraya]

There's no console that can replace mouse and keyboard.

[slimgrin]

Best platform for any game is PC.

[JeffZero]

Not literally any game, though. Certainly for most designed for PC as well from the outset, but oftentimes games with PC ports further down the line have not done so well at it.

[ItsFreakinJesus]

robarcool wrote...

yesikareyes wrote...

I have a question for all computer aficionados here, these are the specs of my Mac and I bought it years after Dragon Age Origins was released but whenever I play a game it quits whenever I increase the graphics.

Processor 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5
Memory 4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3
Graphics Intel HD Graphics 3000 384 MB
Software Mac OS X Lion 10.7.2 (11C74)

Get a discrete graphics card (and a decent one, like Radeon 6870, which works out of the box with Macs) in your Mac (if it is a desktop) to play at high details. If it is not a desktop, you may buy one. If you don't want to buy one, then you are stuck with what you have.

HD 3000 will still run ME2 though.  It can run both ME1 and ME2 on low at 30fps (same framerate as the console versions).  So if he's looking for it to at least run, he's good.  A  new graphics card is a must, though.

For those who have a computer and a console and are wondering about upgrading due to expense, just remember that it's much more costly to buy a computer and a console than it is to simply build/upgrade a computer to a pretty good gaming spec. 

[robarcool]

ItsFreakinJesus wrote...

robarcool wrote...

yesikareyes wrote...

I have a question for all computer aficionados here, these are the specs of my Mac and I bought it years after Dragon Age Origins was released but whenever I play a game it quits whenever I increase the graphics.

Processor 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5
Memory 4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3
Graphics Intel HD Graphics 3000 384 MB
Software Mac OS X Lion 10.7.2 (11C74)

Get a discrete graphics card (and a decent one, like Radeon 6870, which works out of the box with Macs) in your Mac (if it is a desktop) to play at high details. If it is not a desktop, you may buy one. If you don't want to buy one, then you are stuck with what you have.

HD 3000 will still run ME2 though.  It can run both ME1 and ME2 on low at 30fps (same framerate as the console versions).  So if he's looking for it to at least run, he's good.  A  new graphics card is a must, though.

For those who have a computer and a console and are wondering about upgrading due to expense, just remember that it's much more costly to buy a computer and a console than it is to simply build/upgrade a computer to a pretty good gaming spec. 

Read the text in bold. It quits when he increases the graphics. So I suggested a discrete card.

[ShadowBoss]

ME1 and ME2 on PC for me! I've seen it on the other platforms, well.. not bad but cannot be compared to the PC. Various reasons why.

[darkangelvxvx]

PC's ME3 will be running with "Almost" exactly the same reqs as ME2. (from what BW has said)

Xbox 360 PS3 (from what has been said) No discernible difference in graphic/audio/video quality.

People will likely split hairs over one thing or another, but mostly, it'll look the same within minute details of difference between the three different systems..

If you want to play for the story though; PC and 360 have story, but it (splitting hairs) looks slightly better on 360.


PC's have the broadest contrast, they can be either the best, or the worst in all catagories, depending on hardware.

Then there's the cost, which will always be said that PC's are cheaper, those people usually discount the fact that they payed probably somewhere around +1000 for their rig, while Consolers payed (myself)  $300, to play exactly the same game (which they get for $10 less.)

Modifié par darkangelvxvx, 18 décembre 2011 - 04:10 .