In queste ore è uscito un editoriale che sta facendo discutere tutti i più grandi siti di videogiocatori. Infatti sembrerebbe che Sony vorrebbe lasciare il settore console. I motivi potrebbero essere dovuti alla grave crisi economica che sta colpendo molti colossi del mercato e anche per la concorrenza di Microsoft e Nintendo. Per ora si aspettano con ansia smentite da parte di Sony.
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But at this rate – failing economy, cheaper competitor consoles, lesser third-party exclusivity – Sony could be heading the same route of Sega and simply hanging up the console fighting gloves altogether. Between less than stellar sales figures, extremely costly research and development, and the cost of production, the PS3's only saving grace for Sony, at the moment, is the PS2's strong selling power for the entire PlayStation brand. Besides, ending a console run with such a prestigious piece of equipment as the PS3 certainly isn’t a bad way to go out.
It’s an extreme long-shot to put one’s trust in cutting the price on the PS3 to turn things around, but it could help bring in some dominance in the market value of the Sony brand, once again. But even with a price-cut on the pricey console, it may not be enough to start turning profits in the entertainment [gaming] division for Sony unless manufacturing costs drop again. Software would also have to be used to propel gamers to further purchase the console, otherwise Sony will stay in a deadlock with Microsoft, competing for the undecided gamers.
Hands down, though, it’s not a pretty picture for Sony, and the economy is letting everyone know that this is going to be a very long haul. Things could always turn around for the company, and when they do Blend Games will be sure to let you know. Until then, be sure to stay tuned in with us, or drop by the Blend Games Forum for further discussions on the hottest games.
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