Kearnstd
Elf Wizard
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join:2002-01-22
Mullica Hill, NJ
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Re: Broadband Future
one thing sony has the MS doesnt is the Everquest franchise and im sure the PS2 port could/will be just as huge as its buddy on the PC. another thing will be system stats which sadly the PS2 does lack memory.
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hardflip
Mindfield
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Andover, MA
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Gamespy has its problems, mainly that Halo isn't optimized for online play, but it does well. Microsoft's success will all depend on the execution, no lag, no delay, that will make it worthwhile over a third party like Gamespy. Tony Hawk 3 for the PS2 is made for internet play but there is no way to play it. Sure you LAN it over the internet via Xbox and Gamespy but it could be better. That's what I am looking for.
I hope they focus on being better that the competition (Gamespy) rather than focusing on locking out third parties. (No more LAN play?)
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achannelle1
join:2002-05-22
Tucson, AZ
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Well Microsofts's 2 Billion dollar warchest will ensure one interesting fight, though I know Sony and Nintendo are not poor. Microsoft has a chance to overtake the others with it's online strategy, if it does it right. Microsoft is WOWING many at E3 according to reports. It will be fun to watch. Glad I have all 3 consoles. |
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Karl Bode
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I think it's entirely dependent on how easy it is to play on-line without using the MS service. If it's as simple as using Gamespy arcade and a home router, the service won't have much legs....
If they are fairly lenient on allowing users to hook the unit up to a broadband connection AS WELL as offering the gaming service for less experienced or technical gamers, it could work.
The thing is that they need to get the games out there, and MS is getting a little greedy with licensing agreements it would seem....
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hardflip
Mindfield
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Andover, MA
| Every article I read points out that Microsoft is going to CHARGE you for the service while Sony and Nintendo aren't. Of course they will eventually, they are just more tentative in executing an online strategy, mainly because they have such a strong position in the console market. Nintendo is the grandfather of consoles and Sony is the current giant, so I think it's cool that Microsoft is looking ahead to the evolution of video games. Sony is leaving that move to PS3.
I hope they all put effort into online gaming, I just think Microsoft has the best model. |
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