Do you have an HDTV? What about your internet connection? What console(s) do your friends own? Will you be playing with them a lot? Do you have friends? Which console appeals to you more? Which appeals to whoever you're buying it for? Would it be better to get a portable console or a full-fledged home one? Do you want online multiplayer? Or for when friends come over? Or just for fun singleplayer? What about backwards compatibility with older games? Consider the reasons you have for getting a console.Some of the issues you might like to consider are: Brand loyalty will only benefit the corporation (take a look at Microsoft). REMEMBER! The most important rule is to consider your own needs and situation. 3.2 The Nintendo Wii - Curing Casual-itis.
