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by Diablo23

a year ago

Should I get a Playstation 5?

Firstly, a bit of background about myself: I'm a 24-year-old senior software engineer living in Bangalore, working in an early-stage startup. I make close to 2L a month. Since my childhood, I've always wanted a PlayStation, but my parents never got it for me, saying I had to study and stuff. Now, I can afford to get one, and my parents are not going to stop me, but my girlfriend is against me getting it. I just want to know what you guys think. Should I get it and fulfill that childhood dream?

Noctus

Stealth

a year ago

Ps5 will stay with you forever. Gf won't Choose wisely

Elon_Musk

X.com

a year ago

True. If a girl asks to choose between her and ps5, You choose PS5.

Diablo23

Google

a year ago

I've choosen both😌

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Pikaachu

Intuit

a year ago

I grew up in a lower middle class. Never even touched a gaming console in my life when I was a child. Now, I could afford it and bought one 6 months back. It’s an amazing feeling to game on this technology. Don’t think twice man. Go for it. You’ll never regret it

Diablo23

Google

a year ago

I went for it😌

Diablo23

Google

a year ago

Update: I've ordered it 😌

StuckInBlr

Stealth

a year ago

Get Ghost of Tsushima too while you're at it 🔥

Captainbarbosa

Stealth

a year ago

Get PS plus extra, cannot recommend it enough!!!

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FunnyBones

Plivo

a year ago

I guess ur gf is not wife material. Go ahead with buying playstation

Skankhunt_24

Stealth

a year ago

Someone said it 🔥 It's either that or mayybeee posted for the grapes (the currency thingy).

Skankhunt_24

Stealth

a year ago

A PS5 will totally be worth the conflict that it brings b/w you.

Barney_Stinson003

Self Employed

a year ago

If I ever make as much money as you're making, I'll buy ps5 and xbox both. Ps5 for exclusives (Spiderman , god of war etc.) and fifa, and xbox for all the other games, because of quality and performance both.

Barney_Stinson003

Self Employed

a year ago

Also xbox game pass is affordable so you don't have to buy games. Which is huge savings.

idle_fr99

Deloitte

a year ago

Off topic but any tips to accumulate skills to become a SSE @ 24 in a startup?

Diablo23

Google

a year ago

Be really open to solving new problems and don't shy away from things because they are difficult. If you do this consistently, you can be an SSE/SDE2 even before you are 24. PS. Optics are also important, so make sure people notice your work.

ProProcrastinator

Stealth

a year ago

Xbox le lo.. better online playing options.

Diablo23

Google

a year ago

How come🤔

ProProcrastinator

Stealth

a year ago

Xbox game pass. New games, cross device compatibility, games collection.

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Sindeho

Stealth

a year ago

I bought a playstation 5 when i was 32. I couldn’t afford it before. It was the best decision. And since i have not played any ps 4,3 games, i have a lot of games to play from the extra catalog don’t have to buy any more games too.

DesignTinker

Stealth

a year ago

You can also think about a Nintendo Switch. It gives you portability and can be used as a handheld device.

Diablo23

Google

a year ago

Thought about it too but I'm looking to build a racing setup down the line so I wanna go with the playstation.

inr

Oracle

a year ago

Switch is good primarily for exclusives - which are great. Both Zelda games alone make it worth the full price

TheOatmeal

Stealth

a year ago

Yes. Just got it today.

GrimBeard75

Stealth

a year ago

Hello manthan, nice try.

Diablo23

Google

a year ago

Whose Manthan

yourwealthmanager

Stealth

a year ago

You are fortunate enough to afford it. Get it bro. I always wanted to buy one but I can't afford it now. PS -, I'm assuming you save and invest, have an emergency fund, etc in place.

ProteinPancakes

Stealth

a year ago

Buy it

Balbasur

Stealth

a year ago

Great…I was also in similar dilemma Will get PS5

inr

Oracle

a year ago

I built my dream (and a bit overkill) PC with my first salary. Not a single regret. Go for it! And if your GF isn't allowing it - it's kind of a red flag

PrimeMean

M2P Fintech

a year ago

Seems like my story.. working in Bangalore finally got money to afford ps5.. so i bought in monsoon sale played for 2 weeks now I don’t even turn it on.. still feels good there’s PS5 at my place😂

MrRobot1992

Early Stage Startup

a year ago

If it truly makes you happy just buy and enjoy man. Once you reach 30+ you will never have time to play video games. So just go for it.

deluxi

Google

a year ago

Better plan an outing with that kind of money 💰.

AngryTeddy

Swiggy

a year ago

You didn't mention why is she against it. Either its coming from an area of concern where you spend too much time playing games OR she wants you to spend that money on her instead. Context matters. Irrespective, its your own money and shouldn't take permission from anyone to spend on things you love.

iBoy

Stealth

a year ago

Umm wut is a 24 year old senior software engineer

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