There is only so many concurrant threads you can have running, particularly in a video game (hence the "only x% of the cell is being used!" claims)
PP is great for OSs where dozens of programs are vying for processor time at once, but in dedicated game machines, PP potential really tops out at a few cores.
My guess would be new processor technology that moves away from silicon chips. That ceiling is being reached rapidly as well...
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Mega Man 9 Challenges: 74%
Waltz | Tango | Jitterbug | Bust a move | Headbanging |
Bunny Hop | Mr. Trigger Happy | Double Trouble | Mr. Perfect | Invincible |
Almost Invincible | No Coffee Break | Air Shoes | Mega Diet | Encore |
Peacekeeper | Conservationist | Farewell To Arms | Gamer's Day | Daily Dose |
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Destroyer | World Warrior | Trusty Sidearm | Pack Rat | Valued Customer |
Shop A Holic | Last Man Standing | Survivor | Hard Rock | Heavy Metal |
Speed Metal | Fantastic 9 | Fully Unloaded | Blue Bomber | Eco Fighter |
Marathon Fight | Quick Draw G | Quick Draw C | Quick Draw S | Quick Draw H |
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