To be honest virtual online modes don't sell. I really don't see this improving any units on each console at all. It will only help out the current, core gamers and as casual gamers see this on one of their best friends or cousin's console. Then they would probably fork out the money to get a PS3. Only if they like it and if its worth the purchase.
Like I said I don't know what's taking Sony so long to announce a release date. They keep announcing beta release dates and sometimes those are even suspect. Microsoft is doing something awesome right now and its trying to target the casual a lot faster than what Sony is trying to do.
I truly do believe Microsoft just wants to extend their fanbase, where as Sony is trying to idk...confuse their core audience.







