i've heard the x-box has a ton of features, but most of the games i've seen for it are rated M. i hear they also have good sports games, but if you want variety, i would stick with nintendo. you can get violent games like call of duty, but also super mario. if you plan on getting an x-box one i advise waiting for the price to drop. if you want the original or the 360, i advise getting it now.