In 1972, the world's first home video game system was released. At the time, the Magnavox Odyssey was considered a cutting-edge piece of technology. Since then, video game technology has evolved by leaps and bounds.
Today, innovations in video game systems often revolve around a variety of platforms. This includes platforms like PC and video game console platforms such as the PlayStation for Sony, and Xbox for Microsoft. Even handheld gaming systems have been revolutionized thanks to Nintendo.
These types of platforms form the bulk of what is considered cutting edge in the field of video game systems. However, overtime the popularity between these major players has led to a new age of competitive gaming between systems and their companies. One of the biggest video game system rivalries to date, is between the PlayStation and Xbox consoles.
Between the two of them, PlayStation is the older console among the two, due to the first PlayStation console being released in 1994. After the PS2’s release in 2000, Microsoft followed close behind with the original Xbox console in 2001.
Since then, the battle of the consoles has been raging across the vast reaches of the Internet, as well as in real life. Overtime, memes were created to reflect the PlayStation and Xbox’s rivalry. Most often, when you look up PlayStation memes, you can find plenty of them describing why the PlayStation is the superior console.
Here is a list of 20 Memes That Prove PlayStation Is Better Than Xbox!
20. This Means Civil War!
There are very few rivalries that come close to matching the rivalry between PlayStation and Xbox. However, following the rise of the MCU, it should come as no surprise that the console wars would somehow find their way into a meme involving Captain America: Civil War.
In this meme, Steve Rogers represents PlayStation, while Tony Stark represents Xbox. Since The Avengers came out, both Steve and Tony have always had a tense relationship. That tension finally reaches its peak during the events of Civil War.
Their relationship proves to be the perfect subject on which to base a PlayStation vs Xbox meme. However, while this meme may not state which is superior, the winner in this case is clearly Captain America.
Reasons justifying this mostly involves how towards the end of the film, Tony suffers defeat at the hands of Steve. In the case of this meme, it can be interpreted as a win for Steve’s representation of PlayStation as the dominant brand.
Nevertheless, it’s amazing how both characters perfectly reflect the performance of the consoles they represent. Even with his advanced suit, he was still no match for Captain America, who is far older than him, chronologically. Much like how the PlayStation consoles sur those of the Xbox despite them being older.
19. PS4 Or Life!
If you were born sometime in the last two decades, then you have probably seen at least one episode of the show SpongeBob SquarePants. This goofy little sponge and his underwater friends have been responsible for some of the most amusing moments in our childhoods.
Several of these moments have even proven useful in creating some of the funniest memes on the Internet. It just so happens that like another entry on this list, certain SpongeBob memes effectively explain why PlayStation is better than Xbox.
For those who are followers of the PlayStation system, one of its many advantages over Xbox is that it has been around for a much longer period of time. As a result, for some fans, playing with the PlayStation has become just as natural as breathing. For some people, the idea of not being able to take advantage of the latest PlayStation technology such as the PS4 and its many versions can be difficult.
The meme above depicts such a scenario by using a popular scene from SpongeBob SquarePants. For gamers who are not in possession of or have not tried playing the PS4 at least once, they are basically living their lives like fish out of water.
18. Superior Even In Name
Sometimes no matter how much you look at something differently, the result will still be the same. The same can be said regarding the rivalry between the PS4 and Xbox One. In this case, this argument is actually visible in the titles of each console.
Mathematically speaking, it is impossible for 1 to be considered superior to 4. It is understandable that this may sound confusing, however the fact that the PS4 sures the Xbox One in simply name alone is both a humorous and compelling thought to entertain.
While PlayStation consoles have evolved numerically over the years, the Xbox is a different story. After the release of the original Xbox console, Microsoft developed the Xbox 360. When the time came for the launch of the next console, Microsoft introduced the Xbox One. Rather than name it something like the Xbox 720, they suddenly switched to a single digit number, contrasting Sony’s tactic regarding the Ps4.
Xbox executive Jeff Henshaw explains the reason behind the name and claims that “The original Xbox was just the ‘Xbox’, it wasn’t ‘One'”.
However, no matter how you look it, the PS4 still wins. Another way to look at it is the number of consoles released. While Sony has released four different versions of the PlayStation, the Xbox One is only Microsoft’s third gaming console in the Xbox family.
17. Erasing Xbox One
The designs of both the Xbox and the PlayStation consoles is a crucial factor that can help determine their success. As this meme shows, the design of the PS4 is similar to that of an eraser.
The slim design of the console has become a signature trademark of Sony’s devices. The majority of their products are designed with a sleek, yet elegant appearance that sets them apart from their competitors. Xbox, however, appears to adopt the opposite approach in regards to its design. Since the original Xbox, Microsoft’s console has always been known for possessing a huge and bulky body. In fact, even former Xbox leader Robbie Bach thought that the Xbox’s original design was somewhat “ugly”.
The “bigger and better” approach to console design is a contributing factor that explains why Microsoft is so far behind their Japanese competitors. After all, its not easy to create a device that is compact yet possesses all the required elements that allow it to function properly.
While the Xbox One shows signs that the developers are improving, they still have a long way to go. After all, it won’t be easy to catch up to their Japanese competitors. Until that time, they must bear the brunt of being overshadowed and erased by the PS4.
16. PS4 Exclusives
When one considers which console to buy, it is important to consider the type of games available to play. A lot can be said about a console depending on which one offers a well reviewed arsenal of exclusive titles.
When one looks at PS4, the consoles features some of the most impressive and exclusive games in the video game industry. For most of these titles, their popularity reaches the point that they are even green lit for sequels. These include titles like the Uncharted franchise, the Kingdom Hearts series as well as Nier Automata which is considered one of the best games of 2017.
Not all Xbox exclusives come close to reaching the expectations of gamers. When compared alongside to the PS4 and Nintendo Switch, Xbox One often fails to live up to the hype.
While PS4 features a title like Horizon Zero Dawn and Nintendo Switch shows The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild, the only thing Xbox One shows is a game based off the movie G-Force. While this game is only compatible with Xbox 36o, the fact that it exists for any Xbox console is surprising. Even so, there are still a surprising number of Xbox exclusives that turned out to be major disappointments such as Crimson Dragon and Fighter Within.
15. Better Price
Every year, E3 hosts a press conference to inform video game lovers about the latest news in the gaming industry. Sony and Microsoft play important roles at these conferences to inform their consumers about the latest news regarding their products.
It is usually at these conferences where the rivalry between Sony and Microsoft starts to peak. One of the biggest examples was at the 2013 E3 conference, which is perfectly captured in the meme above. When the time came to unveil the Xbox One, fans were impressed about the potential features the console provided. Even though the price was set around $499 in the US, people were still excited.
At first it seemed like they had pulled ahead of their rivals at Sony. Unfortunately, Sony once again pulled ahead after unveiling the PS4. In addition, to its many unbelievable features, the PS4 also had a much cheaper price, selling for $399 in the US.
This meme also shows that even with the latest additions to their console, there is a pretty big reason why Microsoft should be worried. In the end, it turns out their fears were justified. The sales of the PS4 completely sured that of the Xbox One, especially in Japan.
14. Consoles As Cars
Have you ever wondered what the real life equivalent of consoles would be like? Well turns out that there is a meme which accurately shows the car equivalents of some of the most popular video game consoles.
Looking closely, each car represents an accurate portrayal of four different consoles. In of popularity, the vehicles representing PC and PS3 are a close match for first place. After all it is hard to deny the sleek, fast and highly efficient machines they are compared to.
As for the WII and Xbox 360, both appear neck and neck for last place. In the end, third place goes to Wii. While the car for Wii is basically a giant Cadbury egg on wheels, at the very least it still functions.
Xbox 360 on the other hand does not have the same luck. On the outside it is as elegant, fast and powerful like a Ferrari. On the other hand, it’s a different story for the inside. Just like with cases involving the “Red Ring of Death”, pushing it too hard may cause it to go up in flames.
In the end, although PC may sur the PS3, in this meme, it is still depicted as superior to the Xbox 360.
13. Popularity According To Amazon
When the PS4 and Xbox One launched in 2013, the rivalry between consoles was once again reignited. However, once these new consoles hit the shelves, people were curious to find out which console would take the lead.
For the sake of acquiring a fair and impartial answer, Amazon decided to take the initiative. As one of the largest online retailers in the world, Amazon possesses a huge fanbase with allegiances to both parties. Through its Facebook page, fans were able to vote on which console they believed was better.
In June 2013, over 20,000 people had participated in the vote. The results of the vote were shocking to say the least. Considering that both consoles were the latest innovations in gaming technology, many would have expected them to at least be neck and neck.
However, in a surprising turn of events, out of over 20,000 voters, the PS4 beat the Xbox One by over 17 times the number of votes. The level of overwhelming given to Sony’s PS4 was most certainly a lethal blow for Microsoft and its console.
Hopefully, Microsoft will one day make a product that earns the title as the #1 best selling gaming product.
12. PlayStation Vs Xbox SpongeBob Edition
With the intense rivalry going on between PlayStation and Xbox, we can’t help but think back to another popular rivalry. When it comes to fierce rivalries, none are more well known or more long lasting than that of the Krusty Krab and Chum Bucket.
As yet another SpongeBob SquarePants meme to make this list, one can’t help but feel a sense of nostalgia. Formerly friends, Mr. Krabs and Plankton’s rivalry is one of legends in TV history. On the other hand, it also happens to be one of the most one-sided ones as well.
In every attempt that Plankton makes to steal Krabs secret Krabby Patty recipe, he always finds a way to thwart him. Even in moments when he appears triumphant, his plans always manage to backfire on him in the end. In a way, this meme accurately depicts not just Krabs and Plankton’s relationship, but that of PlayStation and Xbox as well.
Much like Xbox, Plankton’s business has continued to thrive despite so many failed attempts to sur their competitor. However, much like Xbox, he seems to put his business ahead of the needs of his customers.
On the other hand, the Krusty Krab symbolizes the success of Sony’s PS4. Firstly, both offer a far more superior product than their competitors. Secondly, the result of their success is clearly reflected in their popularity.
11. The Internet Has Spoken
When it comes to video games, a crucial criterion that gamers must consider is the quality of the graphics. When choosing a console between the PlayStation and Xbox, it is important to consider which product offers better graphics during gameplay.
To the untrained eye, it is quite difficult to notice any differences between consoles. Hence why, in reality, most people assume that all consoles have the same graphics. Luckily, the Internet has made it easier for people to distinguish the quality of graphics between consoles.
According to the internet when compared to PC and the PS4, the Xbox One supposedly has the poorest quality in of graphics. As shown in the meme above, the internet sees Xbox graphics as a mass of blurry pixels. This is a stark contrast to how PS4 graphics are perceived. If anything, PS4 graphics are seen as equal in both the Internet and in reality.
The only thing that sures both the PS4 and Xbox One is a PC. Apparently, the graphics are so good that they appear almost like a realistic image of a hot male model.
Be that as it may, the meme still puts the PS4 above the Xbox One.
