The Nintendo Wii is the best video game console.

PRICE: My opponent consistently mentions that the price is important when comparing these two items; I argue that it is not. If the resolution had to do with the VALUE of the game (i.e. the better game for your money), then perhaps his contention regarding the matter would apply. However, as I pointed out, it is not always the most affordable that is the "better" item due to various factors, i.e. production. To use a previous example, there may be more Hondas on the road than Bentleys, but that doesn't make Honda the better car simply because it's more affordable and more people own one. Plus, if my opponent knew anything about economics, he would understand that it's the MARKET which determines the value. Something's worth (how much people can charge for it) is all dependent on how much money people are willing to SPEND on it. Therefore, if the Xbox is more expensive, it's because (1) It is made with superior products, technology and components (2) It is "worth" more according to consumers. CONTROLLER: I have already admitted that the Wii's controller is more versatile than the Xbox's in terms of transformation. However, the Xbox controller is more functional, and gamers all agree that the Wiimote frequently lags behind -- at least way more than the 360 controller. Plus, my opponent failed to address my argument that the Xbox controller is better in comparison to the various ways in which you can use the Wii's individually. He has said that my argument lacks criteria, but I have provided my criteria: The Wiimote lags, the Xbox controller is consistently voted the best and most favorable among the people who play games [1], "The Xbox 360 Controller is arguably the best controller among console systems right now" according to Xbox360controller.com (says so right on the home page), and let's not forget that a 360 "controller" refers to anything used to control/play games on the system. If my opponent wants to bring up the multi-functional ways of using the Wii controller, then I must also acknowledge that the 360 has a dance pad, flight stick, guitar, steering wheel, etc. which provide a superior and more realistic gaming experience than the Wiimote. PERFORMANCE / GRAPHICS: Pro notes that, "the use of the Wiimote as a more realistic indicator of skill and action in whatever game it is you play" which I think everyone can agree is a gross exaggeration and blatant lie. For instance, I have only been bowling a handful of times in my entire life (and the last time was very long ago); however, I consistently throw strikes when playing Wii bowling. In fact, most of the time I barely have to even move -- I can do it right from the couch. Further, I have never played tennis and yet I can beat my brother at Wii tennis while he has played the actual game many times. As far as the system's actual performance, the 360 has consistently been voted the best, with a close second (graphics wise as well) always being attributed to Sony's Playstation 3. The Wii is known for a plethora of other features; however, realism and graphics has never been Nintendo's forte and it's not what is used to sell the product. Like I said, the Wii has other advantages such as being the best system to play in a group setting. It's abundance of games targeted at a younger audience makes it a family favorite, but for hardcore gamers who prefer realism, graphics and performance, the 360 outdoes the Wii by far. This can be noted by the various awards the 360 has won for its superior graphics, and the best games as voted on by fans and professionals alike in terms of realism all dub the 360 games superior [2]. THE MARKET: Just to clear something up, Pro said "I know that the list included handhelds, and I never said that it didn't" ... but in R2, he explicitly states, "The most popular NON-HANDHELD games of all time are Wii Sports, Wii Play, and Wii Fit..." and proceeds to provide a link that *does* include hand-held games. He then mentioned how 17 games on that list (which DOES include hand-helds) were from Nintendo while none from the 360 existed. Hmm. Now, I don't mind, as it was only a slight error, but don't call me a liar, Pro : ) Now, in terms of marketing Pro says, "The Wii sells more units. The Wii sells more games. I'd say that this is at least a reflection of how much people like the game. If more people buy Honda's, that's a pretty good indicator that Honda is doing something better than the Bentley's, whether it be pricing or advertising." Well, I already explained how just because something might be more popular in terms of sales, doesn't necessarily make it the better product. My opponent cannot expect me to take him seriously when he says that a Honda is a better car than a Bentley, can he? Hondas are more affordable and thus sell more units, similar to why the Wii sells more units despite the superiority of the Bentley. Moreover, my opponent did not respond to my entire argument addressing the fact that hardcore game owners probably own both the Wii AND the 360, whereas your average gamer may only have one system and that is probably the Wii (parents buy the system for their young children, etc.). Finally, my opponent has yet to address my argument regarding the market and how it determines prices (Economics 101). PLAYABILITY: My opponent's argument is entirely hypocritical. He says, "It isn't entirely subjective; the N64 controller was obviously surpassed by the GameCube. The 360 controller was obviously surpassed by the Wiimote." However, without any factual evidence to support it as such (or even any strong arguments), this is entirely his opinion and therefore not an "obvious" thing -- it's SUBJECTIVE. Further, we have already addressed the issues of controllers in the section about CONTROLLERS, and I have explained why the 360 controller(s) reign supreme. What does this have to do with playability, anyway? CONCLUSIONS: Con - "Therefore, I have debunked all of my opponent's arguments." PRO - "Debunked? More like either ignored, twisted, or commented on." CON - I could say the same about Pro's. And I think I have proven his assertion incorrect. Finally, Pro says that the Wii's lower price offsets the fact that the 360 has superior online gaming sessions. I have explained a multitude of times why price cannot be considered a major factor in determining why something is or isn't "better." So yeah. I HAVE debunked all of his arguments. SOURCES: [1] http://www.gamespot.com... [2] http://uk.bestof.ign.com...