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Japan charts: Media Create 18 - 24 Apr
- Thread starter Jonnyram
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PSP is really going to be in a bad position with the launch of the next generation consoles. Perception would be a full-fledged next-gen console for $300 is worth a good bit more than a $250 handheld.
I say that because PSP sort of has the feeling of a console, and targets much the same userbase, whilst the DS is definitely a more traditional 'toy' system with younger gamers in mind.
I say that because PSP sort of has the feeling of a console, and targets much the same userbase, whilst the DS is definitely a more traditional 'toy' system with younger gamers in mind.
soundwave05
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Striek said:
I would imagine they'll release a $199 "Standard Pak" right around the time the XBox 360 launches.
soundwave05 said:
this won't be enough
anyone would still HAVE to buy a memory stick and a case anyway (how can u play without saving your game and who would risk to scratch such a beautiful screen)
to have strong thanksgiving/christmas sales, psp needs some EXCLUSIVE killer apz and a true price drops > 199$ value pack
otherwise the xbox 360 hype could just kill it
soundwave05
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Kseutron said:
Gran Turismo Mobile is a pretty good place to start, y'know.
soundwave05
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I think you will see a ton of 1st and 3rd party announcements for the PSP at E3, now that the system is out and its clear that its not going to be a "Game Gear/Lynx" type deal.
I wouldn't be surprised for instance to see Resident Evil PSP and or say Virtua Fighter PSP at E3.
I want to see how TalkMan turns out myself.
I wouldn't be surprised for instance to see Resident Evil PSP and or say Virtua Fighter PSP at E3.
I want to see how TalkMan turns out myself.
Won't companies want to release their game on PS2 and sell 4x as much then?duckroll said:4-6 million seller on PSP/PS2 = 1.5-2.5 million seller on PSP
Doesn't look that bad to me.
Whichever way you look at it, it's a mess. I think that's half the problem. Somebody somewhere needs to work on games that use PSP's unique tech. The online aspect is Sony's strongest point at the moment because DS still isn't there. They can't just expect PS2 games to win the public over, because the public already owns PS2s.soundwave05
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Jonnyram said:Won't companies want to release their game on PS2 and sell 4x as much then?
Meh ... why not?
Nintendo's Game Boy line has gone on for years basically with portable versions of their existing console-side stuff. No one complained that you could play Tetris on the NES or on the road, or that Super Mario Land could've been classified as a "watered down" version of the NES Super Mario games.
Ridge Racer is a good example ... it may be based loosely on previous console versions, but the portable version is its own game and its ridiculously deep.
I sure as heck would not mind a PS2-level NBA Live or NHL or Winning Eleven to play on the road.
My favorite game on the GBA is Advance Wars ... even if its basically just a souped up version of the old Famicom/SFC series.
The DS is in a different boat because Nintendo has predicated the system on alternative styles of game play.
Myoclonic Jerk
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Striek said:
thats really a good point, I'd rather get an XB for $100-150 more than buying a handheld!!
soundwave05
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Well for $150 more than an i-Pod I could get a pretty nice home audio system too ... but that's not quite the same thing, now is it?
soundwave05
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AniHawk said:
Sure, if it supports MP3 playback I can put hundreds of songs onto a CD.
Jonnyram said:Won't companies want to release their game on PS2 and sell 4x as much then?
Well I think a large part of the issue is that the main teams don't have to be working on the PSP versions of big games. They just need to be of similar standards and quality, with actual base design and concepts from the original team and actually coded and developed by a portable focused team. That way you can sell 4x on the PS3 and 1x on the PSP at the same time for 5x the sales. That's one way of looking at it.
SolidSnakex
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Kseutron said:
"Is the development of GT4 for PSP getting the same level of commitment in terms of programming time and effort, and will the final game be notably different from what people already have on their PS2?
Yes. The effort that goes into PSP game development is at the same level as that of PS2 development. Gran Turismo for PSP will be a different type of game."
"Eurogamer: About PSP. Obviously you're making GT4 mobile for PSP. It's a bit of a silly question, but will it be a full version of GT4 on a handheld, and will it support wireless multiplayer?
Kazunori Yamauchi: Firstly, the answer is no. The PSP game will not be the same experience. Secondly, whether you will be able to play against each other wirelessly, the answer is yes. I've changed the focus of the PSP version of the game. The focus is on playing together."
So basically, GTP isn't GT4 anymore.
And the PS2 has alot of racing games too, doesn't stop GT4 from beating the crap out of everything in its way.
Myoclonic Jerk
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soundwave05 said:
soundwave05
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almokla said:Vs.
Which is exactly the point I was trying to make.
Maybe next time I should add a little
at the end to make it more obvious. Comparing PSP to the XBox 360 like you did is comparing apples to oranges.
My pet peeves with the psp is that it's too fragile for my portable use. I can see people raving about it as gollum with its precious. I don't want to look like that ;-)
I may have a psp someday if winning eleven happens to be good. But that won't distract me from the DS and its genuinely original titles (most of them imported from Japan I confess). Long live these 2 consoles, there's indeed room for both of them on the market.
I may have a psp someday if winning eleven happens to be good. But that won't distract me from the DS and its genuinely original titles (most of them imported from Japan I confess). Long live these 2 consoles, there's indeed room for both of them on the market.
Myoclonic Jerk
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soundwave05 said:Which is exactly the point I was trying to make.
Maybe next time I should add a little
Comparing PSP to the XBox 360 like you did is comparing apples to oranges.
no its not.. why?
cuz I said so...
I never thought of buying an XB and I wasn't planning on geting XB2, but after reading that post that I've quoted, it really made me think about getting XB2 instead of PSP(I'm planning on getting one by the end of the year)
so for ME atleast.. XB2 >>>> PSP
and it will be good cuz I'll be giving the XB a chance instead of hating it blindly
chances of almokla getting XB2 = 35%
Nightbringer
Don´t hit me for my bad english plase
Very well microsoft, that's the way to do a good vaporware... No release date announced and people yet avoiding psp to buy xb360... that's the way...
It reminds me win 2000...
It reminds me win 2000...
Smiles and Cries
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Jonnyram said:
WHOA
Cold-Steel
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Wow, those DS numbers are INSANE.
Spiritreaver
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:lol That had me going.Amir0x said:
Nice numbers all around though, I guess. What is coming up for the PSP in Japan? I can't think of anything, nor have I really been keeping track.
So touching isn't just good, but also profitable? Who knew?
And to think they still have all new Mario, Metroid, Animal Crossing and the god of all handheld franchises, Pokemon to come. Not to mention "No-line".
Colour me impressed - I was once adamant that I would NOT purchase a DS. Now I'm very tempted, but will probably wait for a price drop, Mario and AC.
And to think they still have all new Mario, Metroid, Animal Crossing and the god of all handheld franchises, Pokemon to come. Not to mention "No-line".
Colour me impressed - I was once adamant that I would NOT purchase a DS. Now I'm very tempted, but will probably wait for a price drop, Mario and AC.
tsp_gatmog
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too bad that 'gap' still isnt enough to counter 3 months of psp > ds
3(NEW) DS Naruto: Saikyou Ninja Daikesshuu 3 (Tomy)
4(NEW) DS Nintendogs: Shiba and Friends (Nintendo)
5(NEW) DS Nintendogs: Dachshund and Friends (Nintendo)
6(NEW) DS Nintendogs: Chihuahua and Friends (Nintendo)
10(NEW) PSP Shutokou Battle (Genki)
11(NEW) PSP Derby Time (Sony)
14(7) DS Touch! Kirby (Nintendo)
21(19) DS Sawaru Made in Wario (Nintendo)
24(11) DS Egg Monster Hero (Square Enix)
27(18) DS Super Mario 64 DS (Nintendo)
28(16) PSP Minna no Golf Portable (Sony)
30(15) PSP Tales of Eternia (Namco)
32(23) PSP Sarugetchu P! (Sony)
34(30) DS Pac Pix (Namco)
35(21) PSP Bleach: Heat the Soul (Sony)
36(45) DS Catch! Touch! Yoshi! (Nintendo)
40(31) PSP Namco Museum (Namco)
41(22) DS Electroplankton (Nintendo)
Wipeout is out...
4(NEW) DS Nintendogs: Shiba and Friends (Nintendo)
5(NEW) DS Nintendogs: Dachshund and Friends (Nintendo)
6(NEW) DS Nintendogs: Chihuahua and Friends (Nintendo)
10(NEW) PSP Shutokou Battle (Genki)
11(NEW) PSP Derby Time (Sony)
14(7) DS Touch! Kirby (Nintendo)
21(19) DS Sawaru Made in Wario (Nintendo)
24(11) DS Egg Monster Hero (Square Enix)
27(18) DS Super Mario 64 DS (Nintendo)
28(16) PSP Minna no Golf Portable (Sony)
30(15) PSP Tales of Eternia (Namco)
32(23) PSP Sarugetchu P! (Sony)
34(30) DS Pac Pix (Namco)
35(21) PSP Bleach: Heat the Soul (Sony)
36(45) DS Catch! Touch! Yoshi! (Nintendo)
40(31) PSP Namco Museum (Namco)
41(22) DS Electroplankton (Nintendo)
Wipeout is out...
Myoclonic Jerk
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woow GC sales are up tooo !!!
