PS3 or Xbox 360?

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So I would like to upgrade from my old PS2 and get either a PS3 or Xbox 360. Only problem is i cant decide which one i like more.

I am a Playstation fan because i've had them for awhile and dont want to stray from the company thats worked so well for me.
BUT They only games i like on the PS3 are also offered on Xbox whereas

Xbox has games that are exclusives that i love (Left 4 Dead, and Halo) all my friends have the Xbox 360 and ive gotten used to the controller.
BUT I'm worried about the dreaded RROD issue and getting screwed once the system is out of warrenty.

I most likely would never play online, if i did it would be seldom. I dont need a DVD player since my family has one. A blu-ray player would be sweet but i dont have a HD TV nor do i want to spend the extra money for blu-ray.

I just want the best system for plug and play, i want to be able to put a game in and play without having to worry about issues and/or the RROD.

which system would the people of TST suggest?