Tip for PlayStation: Power is not everything
If there is one lesson that I have learned from the gaming industry, it’s that strength is not everything. The report and results from PC World says so. After two years of promising next generation powerful console, PS3 came out unloaded and had nothing special. Sales of PS2 are surpassing PS3 now, that Sony have increased this year shipment of the old console to 13 million unites, up from 11 millions planned originally.
But why is that lack behind? When Nintendo launched, they didn’t have much advancement in graphics, and I think they made the right choice not to go with that direction. To succeed, they decided instead to do thing differently, with their remote like controller that really made the simplest of games sound fun to play, and easy too. Another thing they saved on was the price, compared to the expensive PS3 console. In addition, Nintendo had their killer apps ready for launch. The long anticipated and exclusive Legend of Zelda, was enough to get people lined up for the Wii console. Rayman did not do bad at all as well. Sony on the other hand had no killer app, nor exclusive games. It was basically the sames games on other consoles with a bit more on graphics. Nothing that is worthy of 400 to 600 dollars! While both Wii and PS3 should not be available worldwide, in Kuwait ofcourse they both are even at large stores like Virgin. The funny thing is, some shops are selling Wii for over $700, almost the price of PS3. It is worth mentioning that PS3 came first to Kuwait for over $1500, and it is now worth around $850 only. Read the PC World report for more information on console sales in the US.
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Two days back, I still had an eye on PS3. Now I am changing to order Wii for the following reasons:
1- Price
2- Games are already available
3- Family fun, I can play with the family not only me.
Actually, the PS3 has THE killer app: Solid Snake in the new Metal Gear Solid game, an excellent series that both innovates and sells a lot.
Actually, the PS3 has THE killer app: Solid Snake in the new Metal Gear Solid game, an excellent series that both innovates and sells a lot.
But you’re right, Sony got greedy. They should really drop their price if they want to sell. Really, really drop their price. I mean they don’t even have GTA as an exclusive anymore.
And about the prices thingy, how about getting it from somewhere else? Ebay is your friend, you know.
Well Kroms, you’re right. Solid Snake is the killer app for PS3. But is it launched yet? I still can’t find it on Amazon. This is my point. Nintendo had the killer app ready for launch, unlike PS3.
As for getting it from eBay, please take a look at our crisis in Kuwait Takes on VoIP post. eBay uses PayPal which does not work in Kuwait. I am not sure if it’s intentional from Kuwait or not, but the point is, I can’t use it.
Poor we. But since you made the suggestion, I am sure you’re gonna order it for me :)
The game’s slated for a 2007 release date.
Mmmm. How about Amazon, then? Which is cheaper than $1500?
I’d send it if you really want me to, but I need to set-up an account first since I’m sort of restrained from online shopping from the next few months. This means I am prevented from Sam and Max.
Sorry for the accidental double-post, by the way.
I was just kidding :). Thanks for the offer, and sorry for the online shopping. Even Amazon is fresh out of new ones. Only resellers are available and it’s the same price issue. Plus, to get it here, our customs will stop and charge on it.
I will wait for now :)
Wii is currently dominating, I admit that the graphics isn’t that much but when it comes to 4-players games on Wii Sports or Wii Play or even Co-Op game play on Splinter Cell: Double Agent it is indeed the console to buy.
BTW: Bashar, which Version of Wii you gonna buy? The PAL (Europe) or NTSC (US)?
Well, I am glad you told me. I haven’t got a clue which one I should. But my hope to get it from Malaysia for less price has failed, so currently I am open for suggestions.
This is what I tried to do, but couldn’t find someone to bring it. Thanks anyways. I will live as I always did on the lovely PC
i luv wii :> . PS3 saka :( .