The dreamcast saga has given many the impression that there can be a 'winner' and a 'loser'. Things have changed though and the big three players will not go down as easily even if one of their consoles turns out to be a complete fiasco, because (largely for Microsoft and Sony) of the support they have from other sections of their corporation.
At most, this generation could weaken the players, to the extent that they then have less to pump in their next installment. Right now, the big three do not seem to be close to be pulling out.







