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gameman on 11 May 2009
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Phrancheyez said:
gameman said:
Phrancheyez said:
gameman said:

 

When you open up a platform like PSN to everyone, it kills the need for a PS3.  Its the combination of Software + hardware that locks users into a closed system. Similar to I tunes + I pod, OSX + Macs, etc. PSN losing PS3 exclusivity is slightly giving up on the PS3.

 

 

Dude, no it's not.  And it doesn't kill any need for a PS3.  No one - I repeat - NO ONE is buying a PS3 just because they're excited to see what the PSN offers.  They might like that it's free, but NO ONE is buying a PS3 just to check out the PSN.  That makes you sound like you have no business even commenting on this.

I'll use the PSN for the same stuff I used to..downloading great games and watching movies.  Looking at trailers for new movies, watching interviews, all the same stuff I was doing before they did this.  I probably won't even use this 'expanded' service much like I don't use Home (And think Home is a waste).  It in no way shape or form giving up on the PS3 - you're dillusional.

 

 No, but people are buying a PS3 for its software and services. Imagine if Apple freed OSX for any computer or if anyone could play Mario games. Part of the reason that PS3 sales are sluggish is indeed because so many of their once exclusive games went multiplat. Exclusive software and services is what has always locked users into a closed format.  If PSN games and services are available to third parties and PC's, then people wont feel obligated to get a PS3. Your probaly thinking of Windows live and Xbox live now. Well , Microsoft has vested interest in both platforms succeeding. microsoft Doesnt mind losing Xbox marketshare to PC marketshare because they make money on both.