I think we should have a pool where we bet on how quickly the comments page on a relatively harmless news article can turn into raving fanboyism.
Seriously, though: I have had customers come to my store complaining of connectivity issues with their PS3 controllers. Not a lot of people, mind you, but a few. Many of them had the same circumstances as many of the posters here: Wireless router, cordless phone, etc. One guy's controller goes out whenever his Bluetooth-enabled cell p...
Don't write that obit just yet...even though the focus has switched to the PS3 and the next-gen systems, many people--particularly families with kids--are still looking at the PS2 as a reasonably-priced system with thousands of games that appeal to the whole family. I think it will continue to do well for at least another year. Once Christmas '07 is done, look for the system to slowly fade away, but I think it will make it to its 8th birthday.
Supporting numerous resolutions?
1080i, a fairly common resolution?
Or did I miss an update on that? Seriously, has that been resolved?
Most of their major points, though, also apply to the 360...but the list DID say *why* you should buy the PS3...not "why the PS3 is better than the 360." Apples and oranges.
That FF achievement is insane...one of my friends has gotten ONE character to 75...and he's basically given up on the game.
The complete list of Kameo achievements has many "0" point achievements.
RS:Vegas: Good way to sell Vision Cameras.
COG tags: Not so bad of an achievement, though trying to grab one while dodging a Berserker or Kryll is a major aggravation. Managed to get them all on my second trip through. Funny thing: I had both R...
"Hey, if you must steal a car, please make it a Ford."
"Hey, if you must download music illegally, please make sure it's Coldplay."
"Hey, if you must rig an election, please favor the Democrats." (I'm a Libertarian, by the way...just feel like picking on Democrats today).
I could REALLLLLLY have fun with this.
What else can we come up with? Be creative!
Imagine if the game has adjustable sensitivity levels, allowing for more "English" and spin on the ball...imagine adjusting ball weights and having to compensate by changing how you move the Wiimote...imagine a game sensitive enough to pick up on that accidental hook you threw into your motion.
Also imagine a "family" mode with simple controls and sensitivity.
Like I said, could be fun. Or it could be a gimmick game. All depends on the options...
I recently criticized Sony for their BC approach in Europe, but I'll change my tune: This may--MAY--work out better than expected. I agree with many of you: Make sure the big titles are BC before concentrating on the piddly stuff. (Shadow of the Colossus or Ford Racing? Which will more people want?) :)
Speaking of BC: When will MS get going on more BC updates...this is taking too much time. Anyone have any idea when the next update is due? It's been three months here in the US ...
At a reasonable cost. $100 for a 20 GB is too much. If they can release a bigger HD at a reasonable price--say, around $100--they'll sell extremely well. Many people--myself included--are running out of HD space. The sooner, the better.
Your average gamer is now about 30. A growing number of gamers are now over 50. Games aren't just for kids anymore, nor are they only for "geeks," "nerds," and the like. Older people have latched onto things like Brain Age and Big Brain Academy, and poker, Bejeweled, and other similar games for the PC. Many women have joined the ranks of WoW, and I have encountered more women on Xbox Live than I would have anticipated (though I'm not complaining). Families as a whole love ...
Then MS may end up trumping Sony's European launch.
Imagine this:
Sony has virtually discontinued the 20GB PS3. That leaves them with a single $600 SKU.
Now imagine if MS discontinues the Core (with a price cut? They won't move otherwise), and drops the Pro to $300, and then introduces a new Pro edition w/bigger HD and HDMI at or near the old Pro edition price...which would still be $200 (or less) than Sony's single SKU.
Your aver...
How Sony knocked MS's emulation-based backwards compatibility...and now they're doing it in Europe.
How they said "rumble is last-gen" and then said "we're open to changing the sixaxis."
Statements from game companies--and that includes MS and HDMI-denial--are best taken with a BIG grain of salt.
Wow. Incredible.
The last shot of the show was the funniest thing I'd seen in a while.
...are gaming crack. Ask any 360 owner. PS3 players will welcome it, and so will developers, in time. It can't be too hard to put achievements into a game.
And as 2tired said, why spend $60 to play a game once?
Crysis and BioShock. C'mon, those are no-brainers. They're also assuming that MGS4 will hit this year instead of next.
Otherwise, great list, tho is Assassin's Creed really the most anticipated game of the year? Depends on who you ask; I'm looking forward to it, anyway.
...the biggest non-surprise of the year, Let's see: Open-ended ending to the game? Check. Millions of copies sold? Check. Inevitable sequel? Check. (I'm not complaining, by the way! Just make the sequel longer!)
(CGI) Man in suit! Man in suit!
Sorry, couldn't resist. :)
Games looks good, tho; plenty of mindless fun.
Forza Motorsport 2 - $59.99
360 Wireless Racing Wheel - $149.99
Xbox 360 Pro Console - $399.99
An incredible racing experience: PRICELESS.
I'm not a big fan of skateboarding games, but Tony Hawk has gotten pretty stagnant. Maybe a little competition will force some improvement.
As for EA and Madden, well...we miss you, 2K football.
Good games usually are highly-preordered, and this one is awesome (from what I hear).
It's been a very brisk seller for my store since its release. This is one title I wish I could have on my Xbox. *sigh*