Does Sony need to still be competitive graphics-wise in 5-10 years?
Some would have you believe that Nintendo's Wii isn't competitive graphics-wise now. Shall we look at its progress?
I think the fact that graphics will improve is a given however Nintendo has seemingly hit upon two truths that others have yet to understand:
1) Games should drive graphics. Graphics for the sake of graphics make game development cycles longer and more costly without yielding a worthwhile benefit. Graphics for the sake of making the actual game better and delivering a better experience are worthwhile.
2) Graphics will improve by the nature of technology constantly evolving. It's almost a given. If your end all/be all is solely graphics, you're no longer bringing something unique to the industry.
If these truths can stand the test of time, the industry may be very different 5 years from now.
