If you don't have 1 GB of hard drive space for Descent 3, you'll need a CD-ROM to play the movies (and to access data files on a bare minimum install).

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Pioneer's DV-AX10 model also comes with the ability to play SuperAudio CD discs - a format developed by Sony and already commercialized that is battling with DVD Audio for the place as the successor to compact disks.

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If you're in a really old-school kinda mood, you can play burned MP3s on a subtle, hidden CD player.

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Unfortunately, the N64 version doesn't include nearly as much commentary, because the cartridges have limited capabilities compared to CD-ROMs. But on a PlayStation or PC, you'll be treated to great commentary after every big play.

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