John Veteran Posted May 9, 2006 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2006 However, when November rolls around I could see it happening. In fact, I could see a $200 Core system, a $300 20GB version, and a $400 60GB or HD-DVD version or something. :yes: :yes: :yes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magik Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Yeah I really doubt Microsoft will drop the price on the 360 so soon. However, when November rolls around I could see it happening. In fact, I could see a $200 Core system, a $300 20GB version, and a $400 60GB or HD-DVD version or something. Still, even without price changes, I'm expecting the Nintendo and Microsoft conferences to be way more interesting than Sony's. The Xbox 360 will most probably receive a price cut of $100 (for each SKU) around the time that the PS3 is set for release.Err, isn't that what the "shock" in "Dual Shock" means? The PS2 controller sure shakes a lot for a controller that doesn't have feedback.As I stated before in another post, there's a big difference between 'ForceFeedback' and Vibration/Rumbling in controllers... Here's the difference: ForceFeedback (again, only when done correctly) is the controller, or more frequently, a steering wheel that opposes your direction of movement as you take a hard turn in a racing game, or the joystick pushing down against your intended direction to simulate G-forces in a fighter-jet type of game. Vibration is just that-- vibrating the controller when you blow something up or hit the trigger on your gun. Do you guys see the difference? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PL_ Veteran Posted May 9, 2006 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2006 What's that in UK price?? And...let's be honest here, who expected it to be cheap? $600...just $100 under the most expensive system in gaming history... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perochan Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 What's that in UK price?? And...let's be honest here, who expected it to be cheap? $600...just $100 under the most expensive system in gaming history... $700 for Neo Geo :D i think the price is reasonble. ill buy it when it is released. anyone knows when is pre-order opening? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L3thal Veteran Posted May 9, 2006 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2006 A bit pricier than I expected, but I will get it anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Wang Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Well even though I wouldn't be able to get one on launch anyway (because of rabid Sony geeks here in Britain) I'd probably not of gotten one this year anyway because of the price, maybe next spring time. The whole conference (bar MGS4) was just a big snore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dotdot Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 UK prices its about ?500 for one and thats if they take into account exchange rates which they never have yet. If its $300 its normally ?300 So ?500-600 for a games console, nevermind anygames or optional extras like a second controller, not on your life and not when half of its features like its tilting controller etc are pretty much copied from other companys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the godfather Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 original PS2 was bought on the night of launch at AUS$750, for a much better system (well the same for the time :p) for only AUS$30 extra, hell yeah :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ji@nBing Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Price didn't matter. Don't want one. All it is is a PS2 with better graphics. No thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mAcOdIn Veteran Posted May 9, 2006 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2006 The price is too high and I'll still buy one just not anytime soon after it's release. 400 dollars is really the max I could do so there's just no logical way for me, if I were to get it, it'd be months before I could even get a game for it. So maybe come 2009 or so I'll have gotten it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DomG Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 original PS2 was bought on the night of launch at AUS$750, for a much better system (well the same for the time :p) for only AUS$30 extra, hell yeah :D ...Try $249 more. smh.com.au is saying they'll be AUS$999, and I wouldn't even think about buying the basic one at $799. The wifi is a must for me for online gaming. So, despite my also purchasing a PS2 at launch, it doesn't look like a PS3 will be sitting under my tv for some time. The Wii, on the other hand... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Wang Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 it doesn't look like a PS3 will be sitting under my tv for some time. Not unless your TV is ten feet off the floor anyway...sorry couldn't resist. Honestly though the thing is huge. Someone also noticed J.Allard was right when he said the PS3 had no vent holes last year. Yesterday's new version on the right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lingwo Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 I'll get one, but i do think it is way overpriced. I am going to get all the new consoles this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Wang Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Me too...but not this year, PS3 will have to wait a while, hopefully the Wiii's price is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vandalsquad Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Not for the price its going to cost in australia... Bring on the Wii instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the godfather Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 ...Try $249 more. smh.com.au is saying they'll be AUS$999, and I wouldn't even think about buying the basic one at $799. The wifi is a must for me for online gaming. So, despite my also purchasing a PS2 at launch, it doesn't look like a PS3 will be sitting under my tv for some time. The Wii, on the other hand... damn xe.com converted me for $780, but that isnt the right price, just found that out. hmmm, $1000 for a PS3 6 years in the making :wacko: i think im with u on this one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardsim7 Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 This isn't looking good for Sony :( -Rich- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cole Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 It all depends on the game price for me. Anyone know what the price of games will be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giga Veteran Posted May 9, 2006 Veteran Share Posted May 9, 2006 ^ Nope, no one knows yet. That's a good question though--will Blu Ray games be the same priced as DVD ones? As for me, it's way too expensive. I pushed myself for $400 for the 360 and $600 is over the limit for a console. I look forward to Nintendo and MS conference today. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Wang Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Me too Giga looking forward to them too. I imagine maybe slightly more because of the BR discs being new tech. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomis_nehc Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 i read this a week or two ago, but from what i remember, xbox360 will receive a price drop this october. the price drop is $100... i know i would be getting one for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cole Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 We all know how well it's going to sell though. ;) As long as games aren't more than 60 (That's pushing it right there.) at release, I'll buy the 500 dollar version. Depending on later events though, I may just wait and get the 60 gig version at a reduced price in a couple months. Honestly, I wish they would lower the price by 50 dollars. It would spark alot more interest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pupik Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Just watched PS3 E3 conference. It's not worth 600$ (Or 500$). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cole Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 Just watched PS3 E3 conference. It's not worth 600$ (Or 500$). Actually, it's definantly worth it. It's an awesome system that has blu-ray, worth probably 1000+ on it's own. It's just not realistic to sell that to normal consumers. :-\ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malandro Posted May 9, 2006 Share Posted May 9, 2006 What about VAT taxation? Are these selling prices (EUR500 and EUR600) prices reflecting the 20% avarage VAT Taxation in Europe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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