What MacBook Pro is best for playing, say minecraft - TF2

I am saving up for a MacBook Pro, but I really need some help choosing the right one, help? ^^

Well I talked to a Genius, and they said the 13" model would be best for gaming, and I really don't have £1,200 right now, so I think I will stick with the 13" model.

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    Message was edited by: Sossity

    Hi -
    You will get a lot of different answers to your questions. Here are mine:
    Sossity wrote:
    I see there are alot of what looks like good deals on ebay for macbookpros, is ebay a safe place to get a mac book pro?
    I my opinion, no.
    If I get one with OS leopard from ebay, can I get a discount or free upgrade to snow leopard?
    No.
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    they seem to be the same price all over.
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