The game price structure could spell doom for a product that is already thought by some to be over-priced.
By not having to produce or ship the item, there is a tangible savings to Sony. After all, the marginal cost of each new download is virtually zero while the marginal cost of each new physical copy includes the medium, the packaging, the instructions, and the transportation to get it to market.
Most consumers will look and think "hard copy vs. non copy" for same price -- I will go with the hard copy.
All Sony would have to do is discount the new games minimally so that the consumer has a perception of paying for what they receive.
Finally, as to the Microsoft claim of constant access, remember that most Wal-Marts and mail order sites are open 24/7. Not quite as convenient, but certainly not worth a premium.
Basically, both Sony and Microsoft should look at how Steam operates.
Mike from Morgantown
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