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Tridrakious on 19 February 2010
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Munkeh111 said:
Tridrakious said:
Munkeh111 said:
In terms of sales, yes, all year at $299 and with FF XIII and GT 5 coming, those should both push hardware, maybe up to 15m? In terms of games, they should keep on improving with time


I think PS3 will move more hardware in 2011 than 2010.

Opinions.

The main questions are:

1. What effect will Gem/Arc/Motion Controller have on sales

2. When will the PS3 drop to $250/$199

  • If it comes late this year, let's just assume at $249.99, then that would be a nice boost, but it would probably mean a whole year at that level would sell more
  • If it comes next year, as I expect, then it won't boost sales to 2010 levels, it will merely keep it nearly level

3. What effect games likes Agent, Versus XIII, Kingdom Hearts 3 and probably more have on hardware, I say not much

I don't think the Gem will have that much long term impact, certainly not enough to offset decline as the console ages. I think with a price cut in September 2011 to $199 will ensure sales, roughly level with 2009, but not 2010

If Sony does things right with Arc (bundles, correct price, not thrown together) then it will be a success and will help build the PS3 base past this year. Remember Sony is also looking into 3D gaming. Arc and 3D should go hand in hand.