Call of Duty fans everywhere have often pondered over the ideal console to experience all the adrenaline-fueled action of the iconic shooter franchise. A recent post on the r/CallOfDuty subreddit saw user ‘kawafujoshi’ seeking advice for the perfect console to allow their brother to embark on a chronological journey through all CoD games, following his graduation.
Summary
- Majority suggests Xbox due its backward compatibility feature.
- PlayStation is noted for the lack of backward compatibility for older CoD games.
- PC and Handheld consoles are also mentioned as alternative considerations.
Weapon of Choice: Xbox
Among the varied responses, sentiment swung heavily in favor of the Xbox consoles. Users such as ‘SamSlayer09078-x’ and ‘ShadowSlayer3550’ pointed out that both Xbox One and Series X|S allow the playback of any mainline CoD game due to their comprehensive backwards compatibility.
Limited Arsenal: PlayStation’s Issues
Conversely, the PlayStation console’s lack of backwards compatibility was seen as a significant stumbling block. User ‘Huntsmanbravo’ stated a PS4 or PS5 would not have access to games like BO2 or other titles released before it, putting a damper on the comprehensive CoD experience.
The Other Contenders: PC and Handhelds
Interestingly, other gaming terrain such as PC and handheld devices were mentioned. User ‘xd3m0x_’ simply mentioned PC in their response. However, the community did not circle back to this suggestion, leaving it as more of a stealth mention in the console debate. Huntsmanbravo, meanwhile, noted that spin-off CoD games exclusive to handheld consoles pose another dilemma.
Friction Points: The Community Reacts
The post wasn’t without friction, as ‘TechnicianHumble4317’ deemed such questions inappropriate. He suggested the latest PS5 or Xbox Series X as the best options, insinuating that the matter is common knowledge among fans. However, considering the various iterations and backwards compatibility issues, it isn’t so black and white after all.
So, to guide ‘kawafujoshi’ in delivering the ultimate CoD graduation present for his brother, majority votes tilt towards Xbox – but who said this has to be the final answer? The quest for the ultimate Call of Duty experience goes on; console wars, it’s just another day on the virtual battlefield.