Head-To-Head: Saints Row 2

Overall

Saints Row 2 is a heaping handful of a game. There is an almost overwhelming amount of single player content to grapple with, then there's 2 player co-op, and the 12 player Strong Arm mode to keep you occupied after you've finished the single player mode. You'll get a similar core experience on both the 360 and PS3, but there are a number of small issues that, when taken collectively, weigh in the 360's favor. The addition of achievement points serves as a good guidepost to keep players busy in the daunting open world environment when they lose the thread of the main story (which will happen). The 360 also has the advantage in graphics, with less screen tearing, fewer aliasing issues, and a cleaner draw distance. Even after an install, the PS3 still has longer loading times than the 360, making the Xbox the clear choice for gamers with both consoles. You'll still have a fine experience if the PS3 version is your only choice, but the 360 looks and runs just a little bit more cleanly.

Overall

1. Xbox 360

2. PS3

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