Christmas present to myself.

RonanP77

I haven't done this in years but things are going well for me lately so I'm getting myself a present this year. I've decided to buy either a PS4 or an Xbox one with GTA V.

1. I have no idea which one is best so any advice would be appreciated.

2. Does anyone else buy themselves presents like that every so often?

Since I got married and we had a kid I get bit**hed at a lot when I make the occasional splurge.

Technoprisoner

i bought myself a car :cool:

D_turbo

Im only 25 and not attached so constantly buy presents to me from me...

Work to make money...Money buys nice S**t

Itll all come down to which you prefer...Id say Xbox one all day long.

For numerous reasons...but each will be different.

GTA5 For the XB1 was one of presents from me to me this year.

fermanagh_man

PS vs Xbox debate is definitely personal preference

Have you owned PS3 or Xbox360 before?

Fakman87

I'd say if you had xbox consoles in the past or are big into Halo then go for Xbox 1, otherwise it's PS4 all day long for me as it's a more powerful console and has better exclusive games IMO.

Stheno

Do it all the time, mark each new job with a new pen as I collect them

Strumms

Did the same OP.. A nice bit of extra cash this year so upgraded the PS3 to a PS4. Gave the PS3 with a few games away to somone who would appreciate it. I bought FIFA 15 and have been giving that a fair shot any free evenings... Definately get GTAV.. I finished it on the 3 a few months ago.. Very addictive and very fun will give it another shot on the 4 when a bit more time has passed.

In answer to your tech question... I've always had Playstations ie... 1-2-3 and now 4 and never an issues although maybe some more dedicated gamers can battle it out as to which is ultimately best

michael999999

Theres a lot to be said for Monopoly, and stick the money you save in the Credit Union!

the evasion_kid

Bought myself a new tablet,bottle of Versace aftershave, fishing gear and clothes....I'm good to myself

Tzardine

Dont buy an XBox. Thats terrible. Think of all the starving children and people on the streets this christmas. You could give the spare bit of cash you have to a charity. The sense of goodwill will last a lot longer than the xbox would.





Or you could buy the playstation. Thats what I would do.

Talib Fiasco

PS4 is far more powerful...get that. GTA V would be a great game to play at Christmas too.

I bought myself 300 euro worth of clothes as a present to myself. I regret nothing

TitianGerm

Good deals around on both at the minute. PS4 and 4 games in Argos for 399. Check out the bargains alert thread. Plenty of info over there.

dee_mc

I bought myself a Nespresso machine for Christmas
Baileys coffees for all before breakfast tomorrow

Strumms

emmetkenny wrote: »

Good deals around on both at the minute. PS4 and 4 games in Argos for 399. Check out the bargains alert thread. Plenty of info over there.

+1 on Argos, that's where I picked up mine. Also a lot of games including recent releases heavily discounted.

Woshy

I bought myself a pair of Sorel boots as an early Christmas present. They've barely been off my feet the last two weeks.

Love getting mysel pressies

RonanP77

RonanP77 wrote: »

Since I got married and we had a kid I get bit**hed at a lot when I make the occasional splurge.

In that case you should probably forego the games console and save the money for marriage counselling instead. Or, for a more long term investment, a top divorce solicitor.

jacksie66

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Tearin It Up

Been doing it for years, otherwise you end up with crap presents/gift sets you don't want. You might as well get something you do want cause no one else will.

This year I went all retro and got a new walkman of eBay and the same tape, I got for Christmas 1994 but lost it. Also a new tape. Some posters too.

I'll be rocking it out in 2015. I might bring it out for the looks that I would get.

The Backwards Man

I buy presents for the dog that are mutually beneficial to us both.

This year I bought her a soundbar for the telly.

LoganRice

I even wrapped it for myself

RonanP77

I've always had more than 1 console, I have a PS3 and an Xbox 360, I don't see a massive difference between them. I really only got the Xbox for Fable but I see the newest one is controlled solely by the Kinect. I wouldn't fancy that so wouldn't get it.

Some games that came out on both were in 1080 on the 360 and only 750 on the PS3, I hear it's the other way around now though.

I played GTA V online on both, level 120 on the 360 but only level 20 on the PS3. I'll actually complete the game on the new console but will play online a lot.

I used to go on massive shopping sprees years ago but then I got married and it's Our money now so everything needs to be discussed. The recession is largely responsible for that I suppose.

The Backwards Man

LoganRice wrote: »

I even wrapped it for myself

Is this you?:pac:

LowOdour

Pais 300euro off my credit card...happy christmas LO :-(

Glico Man

Bought myself a trip to Japan for almost 2 weeks... I leave on Sunday

The Backwards Man

aaronh007 wrote: »

Bought myself a trip to Japan for almost 2 weeks... I leave on Sunday

Oooh bring me back some furry cakes!

D_turbo

Just realised its xmas day and havent bought myself anything in a few days.

Eastbound and down season 1-4 orderd

eternal

I bought new make up, jewelry, skin care products, boots and plenty of indulgent foods as a present plus massage treatments for after Christmas. I am single so don't have anyone treating me.

FloatingVoter

I'll just get naked and have a **** over some lesbian porn.


....****, was I typing out loud.

eternal

FloatingVoter wrote: »

I'll just get naked and have a **** over some lesbian porn.


....****, was I typing out loud.

That's free. Not a present.

PizzamanIRL

I bought myself a new laptop. Wrapped and all under the tree. Can't wait to open it to see what one it is!

FloatingVoter

eternal wrote: »

That's free. Not a present.

It is a gift from God.



.....look, I'm miserable, give me a break - it's icy behind the shades, not cool.

braddun

blow up doll

Jesus Wept

RonanP77 wrote: »

I haven't done this in years but things are going well for me lately so I'm getting myself a present this year. I've decided to buy either a PS4 or an Xbox one with GTA V.

1. I have no idea which one is best so any advice would be appreciated.

2. Does anyone else buy themselves presents like that every so often?

Since I got married and we had a kid I get bit**hed at a lot when I make the occasional splurge.

You deserve it m8, have a good 'un.

RonanP77

After spending hours watching videos and reading up on both consoles I've decided to get a PS4 tomorrow. I can't see the deal with 4 games so I may just get it with one and then buy GTA V too.

TitianGerm

RonanP77 wrote: »

After spending hours watching videos and reading up on both consoles I've decided to get a PS4 tomorrow. I can't see the deal with 4 games so I may just get it with one and then buy GTA V too.

Here's a link.

€399 for PS4, little big plannet, GTA and Drive Club.

http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/3460874/Trail/searchtext>PS4.htm

Unfortunately the 4 game offer seems to have finished

Edit: link not working properly. Click PS4 just above the sale banner and scroll to the and of the page.

TitianGerm

Here's a screenshot

Kevhog1988

buying a rifle for myself

Grayson

emmetkenny wrote: »

Here's a link.

€399 for PS4, little big plannet, GTA and Drive Club.

http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/3460874/Trail/searchtext>PS4.htm

Unfortunately the 4 game offer seems to have finished

Edit: link not working properly. Click PS4 just above the sale banner and scroll to the and of the page.

It's a similar price for the xbox one now too.

One of the biggest deciders is how much you'll play online. I'm with xbox and the xbox live experience is great but you have to pay for it. So if there's minimal online play the PS is probably better.

If you are going online (and games like GTA are great online) check and see what your mates use. there's no point buying a PS4 if all your mates are on xbox live.

Personally I prefer the xbox one. Stats wise it's not as great as a PS4 but from a user experience perspective it's probably better. However all my friends own one and we play for a few hours each week. Getting a PS4 would have been pointless for me.

RonanP77

I"m 37 so to be honest not many of my mates use anything any more. 1 mate just got GTA V on the PS4 and my best bud is getting a PS4 later in the year, he hates Microsoft for some reason.

I'll be online a good bit for GTA and Elder Scrolls when it comes out. Other than that I want to get The Last of us remastered and possibly Mad Max, those are the only games I have any interest in at the minute. I'll probably only buy 1 game a year. When ever the next Fallout shows up I'll get it too.

I'll be trading in my 360 (it's only a 4G) and Kinect along with about 14 games in Gamestop so hopefully I'll get enough € for that lot to get a few extras and/or pay for PS online for the year. I think it's €49 for the year.

FloatingVoter

theemigrant wrote: »

buying a rifle for myself

Did this last year. Bullets weren't included. It spoils the moment.

OldMrBrennan83

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theemigrant wrote: »

buying a rifle for myself

Can you come over and shoot me to save me from this woeful TV.

TitianGerm

RonanP77 wrote: »

I"m 37 so to be honest not many of my mates use anything any more. 1 mate just got GTA V on the PS4 and my best bud is getting a PS4 later in the year, he hates Microsoft for some reason.

I'll be online a good bit for GTA and Elder Scrolls when it comes out. Other than that I want to get The Last of us remastered and possibly Mad Max, those are the only games I have any interest in at the minute. I'll probably only buy 1 game a year. When ever the next Fallout shows up I'll get it too.

I'll be trading in my 360 (it's only a 4G) and Kinect along with about 14 games in Gamestop so hopefully I'll get enough € for that lot to get a few extras and/or pay for PS online for the year. I think it's €49 for the year.

Try CEX or Done Deal to sell them. You'll get a lot more than GameStop will give you.

yer man!

Patww79 wrote: »

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I know the feeling, I really wanted an iPhone 6 but bit the bullet and went with the Galaxy S5 to try droid for the first time, plus it was free on billpay, It's not so bad.

OldMrBrennan83

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_Kaiser_

I do this a fair bit.. I work hard, so I deserve the occasional treat

Few months ago I changed the tv for a 47" LG LED model. Bought it from a guy on adverts and sold my existing 42" the same way.. Net cost to me was about a hundred quid.

Last year I traded in my car and bought a 3L Audi A6 Quattro. Tax is a killer but it still brings a smile to my face every time

yer man!

_Kaiser_ wrote: »

I do this a fair bit.. I work hard, so I deserve the occasional treat

Few months ago I changed the tv for a 47" LG LED model. Bought it from a guy on adverts and sold my existing 42" the same way.. Net cost to me was about a hundred quid.

Last year I traded in my car and bought a 3L Audi A6 Quattro. Tax is a killer but it still brings a smile to my face every time

This is the manliest post I've read all day :-P

imurdaddy

I bought myself a galaxy tablet, wrapped it and put it under the tree last week, I couldn't wait for Christmas morning to rip it open!