Sharky's post number=360 in a 360 thread. Awesome
I really am skeptical, but if people say they are seeing spotty shortages then I am inclinded to believe it even if I don't.
There are 3 factors I see.
1. Skus-2 skus is trouble, 3 skus is crazy, 4 skus is downright madness. Even legend11 is willing to agree with that.
2. Possible hardware update. Maybe the 45nm gppu is done and they are rtying not to make too many more with the 90nm to reduce the RROD systems in the future.
3. Retailers burned over the past few years are unwilling to stock enough units of all Skus to keep them regularly supplied, or MS is forcing allocation. The Wii gets gaurenteed space now that it is so huge even if it is empty most of the time. The DS and PSP need huge sections. The PS2 probably still is the software section king. The PS3 is coming on and has two skus. Mountains of Rockband and Guitar Hero and Crossbow boxes everywhere. How much extra space does a store have? If they miss a sale or 2 on a 360 systems what are they losing? $5 maybe? They make more money off the bargin bin DVDs.
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
