How important is backward compatibility in truth?

[Laurel Aitken]

thranx said:

Laurel Aitken said:

Metallicube said:

Depends. If  you've owned the previous consoles from the particular company than I don't see the issue, but if you're like me and you've never owned a Sony console, BC becomes a HUGE factor for PS4, as you have litterally 1000s of games at your disposal from launch. But it looks like Sony doesn't want my business as it sounds like it's not including BC for PS4, so I'll most likely pass on Sony yet again.

With gaikai you'll be able to buy all PS3, Ps2 and PS games. The problem is that it won't play physical copies, which is a problem for people who own the console and already have a collection. For someone like you, it's ideal, you can buy the games on the PSN.

you will also need internet access to play them as they are streamed, and not downloaded.  so may not be good for all users.

That's true. I think almost everyone has internet access. But ps3 games will ned a decent speed, and that will affect player in developing nations.