This has been my experience:
If you want a decent BluRay player for a reasonable price then the PS3 is worth it.
If you want a decent HD game console for a reasonable price then the Xbox 360 is worth it.
If you want a novelty game system that children as well as some adults enjoy then the Wii is worth it.
Other notes:
Yes, the Xbox360 has noise issues. Overcome by turning up the volume on your 5.1 surround sound system.
Persistent Xbox360 ‘Achievements’ are surprisingly compelling.
Xbox360’s lack of built-in wireless networking is a pain. You need a pricey adaptor to enable it.
If you want a decent BluRay player for a reasonable price then the PS3 is worth it.
If you want a decent HD game console for a reasonable price then the Xbox 360 is worth it.
If you want a novelty game system that children as well as some adults enjoy then the Wii is worth it.
Other notes:
Yes, the Xbox360 has noise issues. Overcome by turning up the volume on your 5.1 surround sound system.
Persistent Xbox360 ‘Achievements’ are surprisingly compelling.
Xbox360’s lack of built-in wireless networking is a pain. You need a pricey adaptor to enable it.