Only someone with a lack of self esteem and awareness would attach their identity to an inanimate object such as a game console. And who fears the team mired in last place? Do you think the Red Sox are looking down at the Devil Rays and quaking in their boots?
Hopefully you and your virtual friends will have a great time in your virtual apartments watching movies together.
The rest of the rational and mature people on this site (there are plenty of PS3 and 360 o...
Currently there is no point in comparing the two because XBL is active, and Home is not.
I do agree with First Knight that the concept of Home is a magnet for virgins, but instead of the 40 year old variety, it is intended for the 13-25 year types.
Anyone who plays video games, and thinks this concept facilitates the experience is lacking normal socialization skills. It is funny to imagine the only two kids who own a PS3 in a school discussing visiting each othe...
What do you expect the tard to say about the game? They know the last game was underwhelming, and it is exclusive to the PS3. They need to generate attention for the PS3 and the game. It is simple business b.s., nothing for anyone to get excited/angry about.
By the time the game drops, the console battle may already be decided and this game won't change a thing.
It is obvious that Sony fell into Microsoft's trap this generation. Sony was lured into trying to keep up with MS, instead of doing what they did the previous generations. The result was a very good gaming/media console which is too expensive for the masses and too difficult to program for games.
On September 25th MS will unleash the beast, hoping to end Sony's run. Then MS will target Nintendo.
You would have to be delusional not to see that each of the gaming companies only want your cash. The loyalty to any company is irrational behavior (which each of them count on).
Everyone is manipulated every day by companies claiming their products are good for the environment, or people etc. This is all an effort to secure your loyalty (which translates to a continuing cash flow from your wallet).
If these companies are so benevolent why aren't they just giv...
At what point are people going to realize that games and game consoles are just part of the larger world capitalistic society?
Neither Sony, Microsoft or Nintendo give a damn whether you are satisfied as a customer,gamer or person. To them you are merely a consumer, and they want your money.
There are no benevolent companies; they do not operate for your personal satisfaction. Each company conducts themselves in order to maximize market share and ultimately prof...
This means that sometime in 2009 you will all be able to watch the Halo movie through Home (if Sony gets around to movie downloads).
I think that MS will need a really great system with the next Xbox so they can copy Home.
Then the MS fans will understand why a "virtual" world is so appealing to some of you. For instance, if in real life you are a little "husky" and pale because you rarely see the light of day or move around much due to your obsession with gaming. In this virtual world, you get to pick what you look like, so your current deficiencies are eliminated (no acne, double chins...
It is funny to read all of the comments from people (especially the PS3 fans who seem more hostile) about a game console. Who in the hell swears loyalty to a gaming system? Does it help you pick up girls (if you like girls), get better grades, make more money?
One day (hopefully soon) you will grow up and realize that these games are for recreation, not a way of life. You will recognize how pathetic your life was (maybe).
Back on topic, if MS wants to release an...
The trend for this generation appears to have been set.
In NA the 360 and Wii are fighting it out. In Europe, Wii dominates while the 360 and PS3 are vying for 2nd. In Japan the Wii is crushing everyone,especially the 360.
If someone is intelligent enough to be mature and apply logic to the current scenario then a couple of things are apparent:
1. Price matters more than brand loyalty and history
2. There are only a few iconic games which ap...
There is no reason for the PS3 fans to caste hate on Halo.
It is just like what Tiger Woods has done for golf. Before he came along, no one but golfers paid attention. Today, everyone involved with golf benefits from the attention.
Halo's effect is very similar to Tiger. Now the mainstream media and the public at large know about console gaming. It benefits everyone, Sony, Nintendo and especially MS.
The average gamer does not care whether a game like Halo 3 has more realistic graphics than COD,GOW or any other game. They only care about game play.
Because Halo is an iconic game in the US (along with GTA, Mario and Madden) it is guaranteed to overwhelm all other games for months after release. It won't matter whether if it is GOTY or receives high scores, it will sell millions of copies regardless. Sales are all that matter to MS, Sony or Nintendo.
Without GTA, what is going to prompt people to buy a PS3 this holiday? I am sure that the other games that the Sony folks list will have limited appeal , but none are system movers like Halo, Madden or GTA. In fact, the MS crowd is less excited about GTA with the other titles launching in the near term. This holiday is make or break for MS, they need to widen the lead between them and Sony, because it will narrow next year when the big titles drop for Sony.
I agree, they are just trying to move units for Halo and GTA. The next price cut will be before X-Mas, and include the Falcon chips.
At the moment you would have to exist in some fantasy world to compare PSN and XBL. It is easy to predict that PSN may one day equal or surpass XBL, but any rational person would have to admit that today it is not even close. I admit I do not own a PS3, but have played one a few days at a neighbors house. The graphics are nice (no better than the 360), but the online component is lacking. The entire concept of Home is out in left field from my perspective, but I suppose it could appeal to fol...
If all of the great games coming out in the coming months for the 360 do not knock out the PS3, then they are in for a real fight for the next few years. We will all know how it turns out once Halo 3 and GTA drop in the X-Mas shopping season.
I don't know why anyone would react negatively to what he said. Nintendo obviously has momentum, and will likely be leading by the winter. The best way for Sony to cut into the lead of MS and Nintendo is another price cut. Regardless of how good a console is, the consumers (parents/adults for the most part) will buy based on cost first; everything else is secondary.
If the guy is leaving to be with his family he should be commended. I think the real reason is probably a combination of factors, and that MS is using him as the fall guy for some of the issues with the 360.
Ultimately it does not matter, because normal people did not buy a console because of Peter or Ken, but for gaming (if you did you may want to seek professional help). It is doubtful that people will rush out and begin canceling their pre-order of Halo 3 because of this.
Regardless of how you feel about MS or Halo, one thing is certain; it is a cultural icon. I know in the US it is considered the premier FPS, and all other games pale in comparison.
Due to the lower installed base it will be virtually impossible for KZ2 to sell as many copies as are guaranteed for Halo, no matter how good it is.
I am not certain, but I believe that MS is dropping Halo now in an attempt to deliver a death blow to the PS3 before they ever get their ...
This guy is right. The Halo train is on it's way, and it is MS' real chance to K.O. the PS3 in NA. If they fail, then the 360 and PS3 will be fighting until the next generation of consoles is released.
What I can't understand is why all of the Sony and MS fans are busy bashing each other, while the Wii is kicking the crap out of them both.
I don't typically quote movies, but like Ricky Bobby said, "If you ain't first your last." Just like everyone else...