MikeB on 02 January 2009
@ Darc Requiem
The most technology isn't a favorable factor in home console sales. In fact, the more advanced console hasn't never been market leader.
I guess you are referring to 3D0 and the Neo Geo, in some regards they were ahead of their time and priced highly for a console.
I agree early success for a console can be crucial, but the PS3 is already pretty successful in terms of install base compared to those consoles. Actually if Sony would have sold much more they could have lost billions of extra dollars on hardware investments.
The main difference is IMO having Sony as a crucial factor. They have the worldwide entertainment and industry muscle and expertise to weather through the ordeals of releasing an ahead of its time innovative hardware architecture.
After the period of adaptation, it will get easier like was the case with regard to the Amiga. Adapted game engines are already adapted, to stay on par with or go ahead of the Atari ST's capabilities requires not much additional R&D from then on. Additional R&D only adds more options to compete with exclusive Amiga games.
