Why Does 3DS Not Sell Too Well In The West?

[teigaga]

MDMAlliance said:

teigaga said:

lol, you've completely missed the point. I'm talking about hardware and whether its a better system for developers to create the best quality. 

I don't think it's a good idea to argue this point.  It's offensive to those who own the system because it's like telling them "you own the inferior device."  If you look at raw power, then yes the Vita is better.  If you look at creative posibilities, it's hard to tell and it could go either way (depending on how useful the Vita's rear touchscreen is).  Both devices are capable of playing games of great quality, the Vita tends to be able to play them in HD and may be able to run certain things the 3DS can't.  This difference is actually quite small when it comes down to the device as a whole, though.  

Why would anyone be offended, Its not personal. Ultimately the value is in the games, so as long as you enjoy the games on the platform thats what matters most. But as a fan of gaming I want the Vita to succeed because I think it will be better for games.

I do believe the PSVita provides developers more creative freedom (even without the rear touch pad which I think may be a gimick) partially becuase when working with the system they don't have to compromise as much, and I feel the control scheme is more complete and cohesive but of course this just my preference. But the initial comment was simply to back up the arguement that the quality fo the Vita's hardware may be preventing some people (like me) from picking up a 3DS just yet. Of course if the Vita's lineup doesn't improve and the 3DS continues to gather more 3rd party support, then I'll buy a 3DS XL this christmas instead of the PSV.