Reeves: “Sometimes it’s an advantage to be last in Europe”

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Krill said:

DeotoxSlayer said:
Wow, Reeves is a real idiot. Sony isn't in last place in Europe, Microsoft is. The guy really doesnt pay attention does he >.>

 

He's not talking about being in last place in terms of console sales. You need to read the post before replying.

I do find Reeves comments very patronising though. Saying that there is a benefit to getting products last because all the problems will have been ironed out is bull. Does he really think Sony's European customers are so stupid that they will swallow that?

Well, sometimes it can be good.  The PS3 seems to be getting some Xbox 360 games quite a bit later but with updates.  Some console games like GTA4 go to PC later but are much better because of it.  GTA4 is expected to be much better on PC (especially when compared to the gimped Xbox 360 version).  Wii got the #1 football game in the world late and it was the best version.  Of course, it didn't turn out too well for Wii gamers when Rockband game out last on Wii :)

I guess there are just various factors to consider and you have to weigh them on how important they are to you on a game by game basis.  America got Wii Love Golf months after Japan but it had online play and other impovements, so I'd call that a win.