PSNow: Something Yet To Be Discussed.

[naruball]

vivster said:

naruball said:

vivster said:

I really don't get your point. If FTP devs would put their games on PSNow for free, all their proceeds would go directly to Sony for server fees. Why would any company do this?

People with just a Blu-ray player or a TV will not play these games. Why? Because if they had any interest in gaming they'd already have some kind of device that plays games. People with gaming devices will be able to play games locally on their devices with the added bonus of no input lag.

i think it would be cheaper for them to develop for new platforms than to pay a monthly fee to Sony so they can bring a subpar experience to more people.

What he's saying is that Sony would lose money by offering free to play games for free but they would also attract people who would eventually start renting games. When I first installed steam it was to play some free to play games that a friend recommended. Ever since I've bought several games. You need to attract customers somehow.

Is that gonna happen? Perhaps not, but maybe it wouldn't be a terrible idea. It's similar to certain shops offering ps4's for less than $400. Sure they're taking a hit, but they are also promoting their stores.

Makes sense?

Makes a bit sense. Still, the entry level for playing is not zero. People without a gaming device would still need to buy a controller. That step is already too big for most people. I really doubt that PSNow will further Sony's reach beyond Playstation.

True. It's not zero, but for someone who can't afford a proper PC or a ps4, the PSTV bundle (that includes a controller) is a cheap alternative. But, yeah I definitely see your point.