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PC or ps4

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i cant decide which version i should play? and i would like to play on the platform which has more population(EU). idont care about voice chat or text chat or addons only thing i care about is which will have more healthy population on the long term(EU),i just dont want to end up on dead server. All opinions and advice are welcome
  • Elsonso
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    I play on both... :smile:
    XBox EU/NA:@ElsonsoJannus
    PC NA/EU: @Elsonso
    PSN NA/EU: @ElsonsoJannus
    Total in-game hours: 11321
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  • Sargonious
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    My experience of PC v Console pops has been that console players tend to be quicker to move on to something new, whereas PC players are more "in it for the long haul" type players. Others may disagree, but that is my personal experience.
  • Rikal
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    Sargonious wrote: »
    My experience of PC v Console pops has been that console players tend to be quicker to move on to something new, whereas PC players are more "in it for the long haul" type players. Others may disagree, but that is my personal experience.

    Definitely my experience as well. Historically.
    Rikal on NA-PC (aka Rhaulikko)
  • yodased
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    PC players have the ability to artificially inflate their skills by using macros, addons and direct cheating.

    Consoles are relegated to whatever the developers give them. This is both a blessing and a curse as you are forced into a level playing field as far as equipment and additions goes.

    If you like using addons and/or changing the way the game interface is, or if you prefer a more flushed out UI then PC is the way to go.
    Tl;dr really weigh the fun you have in game vs the business practices you are supporting.
  • Chieve
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    I'd say ps4, in hopes you can use the Sony project morpheus with eso when it's released lol

    But if you want text chat go pc, it's an area where zos is failing for the ps4
    Edited by Chieve on September 3, 2015 8:06PM
    Please vote in the console text chat thread so ZoS can see how many people want text chat

    ...and dueling in the dueling thread but personally I want text chat first...
  • Lord Xanhorn
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    yodased wrote: »
    PC players have the ability to artificially inflate their skills by using macros, addons and direct cheating.

    Consoles are relegated to whatever the developers give them. This is both a blessing and a curse as you are forced into a level playing field as far as equipment and additions goes.

    If you like using addons and/or changing the way the game interface is, or if you prefer a more flushed out UI then PC is the way to go.

    Close the thread cause this is the perfect response. I know the irony of my comment bumping it to the top but Im getting close to 5 stars so stop judging me :D
    I'm kind of a small deal!
  • Pallmor
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    I suspect both versions have a pretty stable core group who will keep them alive for a long time to come. Right now, the PS4 and Xbox populations are significantly higher than PC, but that will probably drop down and plateau eventually at about the same numbers.
  • Igglez
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    There isn't many ridiculous high CP people on console to worry about in PVP. Most people are killable 1v1
  • ahampelb14_ESO
    PC vs console

    do you prefer sitting hunched over at your computer desk or sitting on your couch watching a 60 inch tv? I played PC for 3 months when it came out. Now I play on xbox one. I like the controller use and relaxed feeling of the couch vs the pc.
  • mrskinskull
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    I play on both... :smile:

    I like my PS 4.
  • Mitchblue
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    PC vs console

    do you prefer sitting hunched over at your computer desk or sitting on your couch watching a 60 inch tv? I played PC for 3 months when it came out. Now I play on xbox one. I like the controller use and relaxed feeling of the couch vs the pc.

    Or you could hook PC to TV and use xpadder. You're welcome.
    Anyone else rooting for Molag Bal?
  • phairdon
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    Text chat vs voice chat.
    Your immersion is breaking my entitlement. Buff Sorc's. Darkshroud the cremator Death by furRubeus BlackFluffy knight BladesThe Fat PantherPsijic Fungal SausageFlesheater the VileCaspian Rafferty FernsbyArchfiend Warlock PiersThe Black BishopEvil Wizard Lizard (EU)Neberra Vestige Fajeon (EU)Salanis Deathstick (EU)Blood Mage Alchemist (EU)
  • Mitchblue
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    phairdon wrote: »
    Text chat vs voice chat.

    Cake or pie?
    Anyone else rooting for Molag Bal?
  • Paradox
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    Enjoy your lack of text chat, lack of add-ons to fill the massive gaps that the devs left in the game, and lack of patches.
    Ebonheart Pact
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    I've quit the game until ZoS stops acting like the community are children, and start actually listening to us.
  • Elsonso
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    Being in both worlds, I definitely value voice chat above text chat.
    However, I do miss add-ons. ZOS needs to go the extra distance on the console to improve the console UI.
    XBox EU/NA:@ElsonsoJannus
    PC NA/EU: @Elsonso
    PSN NA/EU: @ElsonsoJannus
    Total in-game hours: 11321
    X/Twitter: ElsonsoJannus
  • Tholian1
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    I'm saving every penny I can earn to replace my burned out computer, so I can properly play ESO.

    Hope this helps.
    PS4 Pro NA
  • MilwaukeeScott
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    yodased wrote: »
    Consoles are relegated to whatever the developers give them. This is both a blessing and a curse as you are forced into a level playing field as far as equipment and additions goes.

    You're stuck with the basic game on PS4. Trade becomes a nightmare instead of a fun aspect of the game.

    Also check the PS4 support forums before you decide. The PS4 NA server has prolonged outages on a weekly basis with no feedback from support except canned pre-formed emails telling you to check your router, internet,.......etc.

    Customer support is non existent for PS4 players. It's really quite frustrating as I love this game.

    ,

    Edited by MilwaukeeScott on September 4, 2015 9:06AM
    PS4NA

    All I see is hate and rage from people who don't understand how to.....
  • Scyantific
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    PC vs console

    do you prefer sitting hunched over at your computer desk or sitting on your couch watching a 60 inch tv? I played PC for 3 months when it came out. Now I play on xbox one. I like the controller use and relaxed feeling of the couch vs the pc.

    Hm, I guess I should unplug my 32" and stop using my wireless mouse/keyboard when casually gaming...
  • RAGUNAnoOne
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    if your computer can handle it you should do PC simply because of addons and text chat vs voice chat. I wish my computer could handle it... the bright side of PS4 are that the movement is better and no ways (that I heard of) for anyone to use outside programs to cheat.
    PS4 NA
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  • Elsonso
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    yodased wrote: »
    Consoles are relegated to whatever the developers give them. This is both a blessing and a curse as you are forced into a level playing field as far as equipment and additions goes.

    You're stuck with the basic game on PS4. Trade becomes a nightmare instead of a fun aspect of the game.

    Also check the PS4 support forums before you decide. The PS4 NA server has prolonged outages on a weekly basis with no feedback from support except canned pre-formed emails telling you to check your router, internet,.......etc.

    Customer support is non existent for PS4 players. I really quite frustrating as I love this game.


    You frequently say this, but I know you are on the same NA server that I am on and I don't have any troubles connecting and staying connected. I am on in the morning almost every day and it is very unusual for the game to be down at that time for other than scheduled maintenance.
    XBox EU/NA:@ElsonsoJannus
    PC NA/EU: @Elsonso
    PSN NA/EU: @ElsonsoJannus
    Total in-game hours: 11321
    X/Twitter: ElsonsoJannus
  • Austacker
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    PC. The console port lacks many quality of life features and has no addon support.

    LFG tool barely works on any platform but at least on PC you can text chat to find groups.

    Without addon support, playing the economy / trading game on console is HORRIBLE.

    No question, even with a year's delay the console port blows chunks compared to the PC version.

    I played WoW nearly a decade, but I feel like quitting ESO on console already it's that bad.

    Not even looking at buying it's first DLC, a first for me in my 10+ years of MMO gaming.
    Edited by Austacker on September 3, 2015 11:31PM
  • yodased
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    Graphics and inputs and television size and seating arrangements and audio can be equalized console vs pc

    Two things can not:

    Addons and text chat.

    If you want either of those things play on pc.
    Edited by yodased on September 3, 2015 11:35PM
    Tl;dr really weigh the fun you have in game vs the business practices you are supporting.
  • Loomis
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    Been a PC gamer since 1983

    A PC MMO player since 1996

    This is my first platform MMO as if there are any worth anything anyway except this one.

    Couch and bed playing trumps all PC positives combined
    “There is no pain greater than this; not the cut of a jagged-edged dagger nor the fire of a dragon’s breath. Nothing burns in your heart like the emptiness of losing something, someone, before you truly have learned of its value. Often now I lift my cup in a futile toast, an apology to ears that cannot hear.”
    -Drizzt

    Semper Fi
  • Mitchblue
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    Loomis wrote: »
    Been a PC gamer since 1983

    A PC MMO player since 1996

    This is my first platform MMO as if there are any worth anything anyway except this one.

    Couch and bed playing trumps all PC positives combined

    Couch and PC right now. Noooo way!!
    Anyone else rooting for Molag Bal?
  • Scyantific
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    yodased wrote: »
    Graphics can be equalized console vs pc

    lmaooo
  • delushin
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    PS4

    PC is the beta testing platform :wink:

    I cant reallt comment as I play NA but historically yes concole players move around hiwever hostorically there hasnt been huge MMO support or options on consoles.

    I played PC beta through to release and afterwards for around 6 months waiting for the console version. ESO plays ao well on console it feels like it was designed with that in mind from day one.

    This is the game I have been waiting for and its freaking awesome, I am pumped for IC and so much looking forward to smashing trials next weekend.

    Consile is the way for this game.
    Raven Guard - PS4 [PvE/PvP] NA Server - Daggerfall Convenant
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  • SeptimusDova
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    PC4 ?
  • Sleep
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    I'm sure you will enjoy the voice chat on consoles
  • Loomis
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    Mitchblue wrote: »
    Loomis wrote: »
    Been a PC gamer since 1983

    A PC MMO player since 1996

    This is my first platform MMO as if there are any worth anything anyway except this one.

    Couch and bed playing trumps all PC positives combined

    Couch and PC right now. Noooo way!!


    The only problem with a couch and PC is you need keyboard and mouse and if you happen to use a controller then your at a severe disadvantage in PVP

    So as I stated console better for the couch and bed players
    “There is no pain greater than this; not the cut of a jagged-edged dagger nor the fire of a dragon’s breath. Nothing burns in your heart like the emptiness of losing something, someone, before you truly have learned of its value. Often now I lift my cup in a futile toast, an apology to ears that cannot hear.”
    -Drizzt

    Semper Fi
  • Eshelmen
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    I honestly don't mind the PS4 version, but wouldn't mind checking out the PC side of the game, only because of add ons, better UI and that I can google some *** in between idling , all on one screen.

    Ah bliss
    PC and PS4 EP only player
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