FPS on ps3 just as popular as on x360?

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I don't think so. The 360 has a much stronger fps community.

I'm NOT saying that as a compliment, by the way. The PS3 is more diverse than the 360 and the non-crappy d-pad on the PS3 makes certain kinds of games (like fighters) much more comfortable to play. The 360 is a strong shooter platform because shooters are all they have.

As much as I try to avoid shooters on any console, ironically I have to say the PS controller is waay better for them as a left handed person since its ambidextrous, where the 360 controller has a huge right hand bias.

Seriously considering buying a PS3 :-/