Let me start off by saying that my iMac is on it's last legs.
I went all out and got the max upgraded iMac I could 5 years ago. The 27” Late 2009 iMac with the 2.8GHz i7 - 1TB HDD - 8GB 1067 DDR3 - 512MB Radeon HD4850. Fast-Forward to today and the graphics card has been replaced 3 times, the hard drive fan, and the LCD panel connection wire (which was apparently frayed by an Apple Genius putting it back together while replacing the HD4850 for the 3rd time).
Anyway, while it was in the shop for a week, I started looking at options for a new computer. I wasn’t ready to spend $500+ on a new logic board for the iMac if it turned out to be that and not the graphics card. (It wasn’t - thankfully) But the reason I went all in on the iMac was I expected to do a lot of gaming and wanted to be setup for it.
Turns out, I really only played Blizzard games, WoW for a while, then stopped and went to Diablo 3 and now Hearthstone and thats about all. I was excited about Marvel Heroes, but it plays really badly on my iMac. (The most annoying thing is how floaty the mouse feels, just clicking around moving and attacking). What I miss most about Mac gaming are the fighting games. (Mortal Kombat - Street Fighter, etc.) It seems like they only come out for PC or the consoles.
I don’t have an Xbox or Playstation because I have Cerebral Palsy and my hands stop me, they don’t grip the typical gaming controllers very well BUT - I just found Quasimoto Axis controllers. They’re made with the analog joysticks not just the D-Pad like the X-Arcade joysticks.
I emailed them and found out the whole line of Axis controllers are $400.
So, instead of spending $2350+ on a decked out new iMac with SSD & 2GB Graphics Card (hopefully Apple will update them soon - not just the new cheap/crappy one they just released) I was thinking maybe I should just get a Mac Mini ($600-900? - when Apple updates THAT - hopefully soon) and just use my iMac as the monitor (and wireless keyboard/mouse) and get a Xbox One ($400-500) or PS4 ($400) and an Axis 2 controller ($400 - yes that’s extremely expensive, but i really don’t have any other options).
What do you think? Just go for the basic Mac and gaming console or (another) Maxed out iMac that hopefully won’t be overkill for me.
Looking forward to hearing your opinions.
Dave
oh and PS - I haven't decided between the PS4 or XBOne yet. Is one better than the other? and is it worth getting the one with the Kinect over the one without it?
I went all out and got the max upgraded iMac I could 5 years ago. The 27” Late 2009 iMac with the 2.8GHz i7 - 1TB HDD - 8GB 1067 DDR3 - 512MB Radeon HD4850. Fast-Forward to today and the graphics card has been replaced 3 times, the hard drive fan, and the LCD panel connection wire (which was apparently frayed by an Apple Genius putting it back together while replacing the HD4850 for the 3rd time).
Anyway, while it was in the shop for a week, I started looking at options for a new computer. I wasn’t ready to spend $500+ on a new logic board for the iMac if it turned out to be that and not the graphics card. (It wasn’t - thankfully) But the reason I went all in on the iMac was I expected to do a lot of gaming and wanted to be setup for it.
Turns out, I really only played Blizzard games, WoW for a while, then stopped and went to Diablo 3 and now Hearthstone and thats about all. I was excited about Marvel Heroes, but it plays really badly on my iMac. (The most annoying thing is how floaty the mouse feels, just clicking around moving and attacking). What I miss most about Mac gaming are the fighting games. (Mortal Kombat - Street Fighter, etc.) It seems like they only come out for PC or the consoles.
I don’t have an Xbox or Playstation because I have Cerebral Palsy and my hands stop me, they don’t grip the typical gaming controllers very well BUT - I just found Quasimoto Axis controllers. They’re made with the analog joysticks not just the D-Pad like the X-Arcade joysticks.
I emailed them and found out the whole line of Axis controllers are $400.
First of all, let me begin by saying that I am so glad that you found us! Brace yourself, I am about to overwhelm you with our controller information, but before I do let me first address your question regarding compatibility with the PS4. The units can be adapted to work with the Xbox One for sure by purchasing and setting up the Cronus Max. You can find this adapter on eBay and Amazon. We do not stock it. It does require to be connected to a controller on boot. I am told that this same adapter will work with the PS4, but we've not tested it here yet. So, at this time, I cannot confirm that our controller will work with the PS4.
I realize that I’m giving you WAY more information than you requested, but our website is still ‘under construction’ and I want to make sure you know all of your options.
The Axis 1 works well with Spinal Cord Injury
and Axis 2 is popular with those who suffer from Cerebral Palsy. The Axis 2 is also great for those that prefer a first person shooter layout (like Call of Duty or Halo), or have one arm that is more dominant than the other.
The newly released model, the Axis 4 is great for those with SCI.
Price for either style is $399 and includes the analog extensions and ground shipping in the 48 contiguous states.
These controllers come ready to connect to the PS3, Xbox 360, and PC.
NEW FEATURE! Ports can be added to any button.
To add a port for a 3.5mm headphone style jack is $50/port. To add an analog bite switch is $75. Bite switch jack is 3.5mm headphone jack size/style. This bite switch that we offer is one that we make. It is ANALOG just like the trigger buttons LT/RT on the 360 controller. If you play Call of Duty and this is where you want the button, you’ll LOVE this new product. Nobody else has this except for us! It works great with racing games like GTA V too as it is the gas pedal. We can also make the ports digital, which is better for those who need easier actuation because it is full on/full off with the bite switch.
We build to order. Orders typically take 3 weeks to build for Axis 1, 2, and 4. (We are currently backordered on the Axis 1).
Video link of a gamer with a SCI c-5/C-6 playing the Axis 1:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fd_hlb6wtFQ
The Axis 3 is really good for those with little strength and limited movement as a result of a high SCI (C-5 and C-6). Axis 3 video link made by a customer (actually this model was designed for him with his input):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8Gkl2IJf_Q
Josh is C-5 SCI.
Price for the Axis 3 controller is $599 and includes ground shipping in the 48 contiguous states. It comes ready to connect to the PS3 and Xbox 360.
Orders take 4 weeks to build for Axis 3.
The return policy for all of our controllers is 30 days with full money back less s/h charges. The warranty is 1 year limited. Basically if anything stops working due to manufacturer defect, then your product is covered for repair or replacement.
I included photos of the new designs for all 4 models of controllers. Last year, we improved the durability and made them lighter as well.
Orders are placed with me and I will send you a money request/invoice through PayPal. Once payment is received, we build to order.
PS If you haven’t found us on Facebook yet, we’re over there now too. Come say hello! https://www.facebook.com/RowdyMonkeys
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So, instead of spending $2350+ on a decked out new iMac with SSD & 2GB Graphics Card (hopefully Apple will update them soon - not just the new cheap/crappy one they just released) I was thinking maybe I should just get a Mac Mini ($600-900? - when Apple updates THAT - hopefully soon) and just use my iMac as the monitor (and wireless keyboard/mouse) and get a Xbox One ($400-500) or PS4 ($400) and an Axis 2 controller ($400 - yes that’s extremely expensive, but i really don’t have any other options).
What do you think? Just go for the basic Mac and gaming console or (another) Maxed out iMac that hopefully won’t be overkill for me.
Looking forward to hearing your opinions.
Dave
oh and PS - I haven't decided between the PS4 or XBOne yet. Is one better than the other? and is it worth getting the one with the Kinect over the one without it?
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