Is X1 forcing Kinect on us any different than PS3 forcing Bluray on us?

[Akvod]

Mr Puggsly said:

Akvod said:

But the point against Kinect isn't just about price. It's also about the perceived lack of utility with the technology for gamers.

 

Agreed.

I argue Bluray in PS3 wasn't necessary, it was very expensive at the time and did little to actually improve the gaming experience. An expense device that doesn't improve the gaming experience... its no wonder why so many people went to the 360.

I fear Kinect is doing the same on X1. Its an expensive device the average consumer may not and it will do little to improve the average gaming experience. Although, I feel Kinect can have a bigger impact on X1 gaming than Bluray ever did on PS3.

But it obviously did have utility, given how it's being used today by both consoles.