Tips and Advice from the Experts at Level Up: Choosing the right console.

One of the biggest questions we get at Level Up from newcomers to gaming is "What system should I buy?". Well the answer varies based on the customer of course. So we ask questions to ascertain which system will best fit the customers needs. Questions like, who will be using the system most? Young kids, teens, adults or the entire family. Will they be playing frequently on-line or prefer not to? Will they be using the system in the main family room? How often will they be using the system? Do they have a HDTV or plan on buying one? What type of games are they most interested in? All these question help to determine what best fits our clients needs.
If you have younger children and are looking for a system for the kids or for the family to play together, we would most likely recommend the Nintendo Wii. The Wii has the most kid friendly and interactive games and although its competitors have started following suit on the interactivity the games on the Wii are still leaps and bounds ahead when it comes to catering to the young and old alike.
If you have older kids and are looking to buy a system for the kids, we would most likely recommend the Xbox 360 as this is the most common system for teens and young adults, the on-line gaming experience is second to none and the game selection is by far the most popular. Now with Xbox 360 Kinect (Microsoft's new controller free motion sensor), the system can also provide the get off the couch family fun many parents are seeking.
If you are a young adult or older looking into buying a console, we would more than likely recommend the Playstation 3. Sony has developed the most well rounded gaming system for adults as it is not only a game system, supports on-line play (although sub-par to the Xbox 360 on-line, But it is FREE, no monthly cost like Xbox), it is also a very capable and possibly one of the best Blu-Ray player for great HD movie enjoyment. The PS3 also provides its own built in browser for surfing the web on TV and although it is a bit cumbersome in relation to a computer, it is definitely a cool feature for a quick browsing experience.
So we are very aware of the features of all these systems and know that there are arguments to justify all systems and the benefits of each and although many die hards of one system or another we try and be as unbiased as possible in our evaluation of our customers needs.
Game systems today have all developed as more than just a gaming console but an interactive media system providing things like Netflix, Media Server, Hulu, Vudu, Play-on and many more amazing features. As of 2010 all the systems now offer their own version of interactive motion gaming and are expanding their game selections rapidly. So there is a lot to consider when making a purchase that ranges from $250 starting to upwards of $500 or more depending on accessories and game choices. So consider the options and review the questions above this will make your decision much easier. In the end though, it all comes down to personal preferences and all these systems are great in their own right!