I really think the 80gb is going in favor of no BC. But there will probably still be a few units on the shelves when they annouce BC being added to the 40GB. So they will have one unit, and it will drop to $299, not this month but sometime this year.
PS2 emulation is coming alone great on the PC so they should have just hired those hackers.
They have said previously they do not like the multi-sku strategy. If not soon I don't expect this multi-tier structure to last.
Final* Word on Game Delays:
The game will not be any better or include more content then planned. Any commnets that say so are just PR hogwash to make you feel better for having to wait.
Delays are due to lack of proper resources, skill, or adequate planning by the developer.
Do be thankful that they have enough respect for you to delay the game and maintain its intended level of quality.
*naznatips is exempt
