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Well kids, there haven't been many changes over the past five years for the Timesplitters series, but momma always said, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." As gamers, sometimes the only sort of interactive experience we're looking for is one that involves lots of shooting and not-so-much thinking; I'm relived to tell you that Timesplitters: Future Perfect delivers the aforementioned gaming experience in spades, and stays true to the simplistic gameplay of the series. For multiple console owners, we've broken down some of the key differences that might affect your decision making when choosing which version to take home.Mapmaker, multiplayer, arcade challenges, co-op story mode, TS3 is heavy on the features, because Free Radical is heavy on the love. An almost identical gameplay feature set is found on the PS2 and Xbox, but as always, the GameCube version lacks the online component which is a serious bummer considering the strong web community Future Perfect is already establishing. If you're looking to climb those multiplayer tourney ladders, or if you want to trade and download maps from your fellow fraggers, pass over the GCN title in favor of the PS2 or Xbox versions.1. Xbox / PS2 (tie)2. GameCube (no online play)Every developer should take a page out of Free Radical's book regarding controls and control customization. You can completely customize and re-map your controller functions to fit any setup you find comfortable. This includes inverting your aim, turning off auto-aim, switching your zoom and crouch functions to a hold or toggle command, and of course fine-tuning your turn sensitivity. A three-way tie for control.1. Xbox / PS2 / GameCube (tie)Lucky for us, the sound design team for Timesplitters created some delicious ear candy for us to enjoy. In typical fashion the Xbox platform provides us with Dolby Digital, the cr¿me de la cr¿me of audio specifications. Explosions will come frequent during the course of gameplay, and some added low frequencies and rumblings will enhance these effects to a significant degree. Both the GameCube and PS2 systems offer their standard Dolby Pro Logic II, which unfortunately does not measure up to the sonic pleasure of their big-black counterpart.1. Xbox2. PS2 / GameCubeTS3 won't win any awards for being good looking, but it at least earns a slow clap as it walks off stage for providing a zippy framerate and passable level architecture. The Xbox version performs the best out of the three, with the most consistent framerate, sharper colors, and fantastic 480p widescreen support. The GameCube version also offers 480p widescreen, but falters the most out of the three considering framerate; also there's some strange filtering going on that results in the "screen-door" effect on textures. The PS2 supports widescreen, but lacks the benefit of progressive scan.A similar showing across the lot, but if you want the best, grab the Xbox version. The PS2 is a close second, and the GameCube a close third. TS3 isn't a technically demanding game, but the differences here should help solidify your decision.1. Xbox2. PS23. GameCubeThe Xbox version shaves a good 5 seconds off of the 20-25 second level loads you'll find on the PS2 and GameCube (which are neck-in-neck). Something else to consider would be the Xbox's gargantuan hard drive you've barely managed to fill; if you're going to be creating and downloading a lot of maps, the extra storage space is certainly advantageous. Pretty even across the board otherwise.1. Xbox2. PS2 / GameCubeWhen it's all said and done, the Xbox version of Timesplitters: Future Perfect packs the most bang for your buck; better graphics, better sound, more storage capability, the works. Once again, if you're looking for online competition, remember to steer clear of the GCN version, its lack of any online features can certainly be a deal breaker when making your decision.Winner:Xbox