Kwaad's back. With PSP.

[your mother]

windbane said: I just don't understand the lack of games claim. The DS has some great games too, but is it just the variety available?

I think that's a good question. However, you can use the filters in gamerankings to skew data (not that I am suggesting you are doing this, of course!). Take statistics with a grain of salt - you can bend stats any way you like. Look at how Nintendo, Sony and Microsoft all claimed to outsell the rest! I personally think there are many games that are quite good (and varied) on the PSP. Games, however, are not the only factors that drive console adoption. Technology? User Acceptance? Corporate image? Brand values? Marketing strategies? Past successes/failures? Pricing? These all play a role in determining the success (or failure) of a console. But yes, it can't be just the games alone. The PSP does have some nice stuff out there, plus it's heads and shoulders above what the DS can do in terms of processing power. Obviously, that alone doesn't float well with consumers; otherwise the PSP would be raining on the DS parade. I read somewhere a post from a forum reader who said that portable gaming is all about getting in those 20 minutes of game time while commuting or waiting for an appointment. Having long loading times (compared to the DS at least) can make the difference between getting those 20 minutes of solid gaming in your bloodstream, or waiting a couple of minutes for the game to load and playing less. Battery life compared to the DS is lacking as well, and these are both factors that directly affect how you "game on the go". I also think that many people have the impression that the PSP is a portable PS2, and if you already have a PS2, then why buy another? Who knows, though? One thing is for sure: While the DS sells like mad, you can hardly say that the PSP is a flop. 20m units sold is hardly a shabby number, and that figure will undoubtedly grow.