Fate of the consoles (Part 2)

In part 2, the next-generation consoles and the PC (although it is not a console) will be looked at. If you have not read Part 1, click here.

PS3 :::::
Oh, its price tag really pissed me off, but if you can afford it, why not? Afterall, it is a good deal, considering the fact that Sony has managed to squeeze in many juicy features into the console. Regarding the games, most of them look quite average to me, but that should not stop you from buying it because there are still those amazing HD graphics to drool over. All said, I think that Sony's status as a console market leader will not diminish. Got the penny to spare?
Grade: Good

Xbox 360 :::::
8 months into its launch and yet, the Xbox 360 still has no really memorable games to speak off. Game releases come in batches of 1 to 2 per month and in my opinion, that is just too slow. You need more games, Xbox 360, and faster! Until Microsoft rolls out its big cannon, Halo 3, the Xbox 360 will not be in a good position to challenge Sony. So what if it was launched one year earlier? Looks like its future will be similar to the Xbox's -- if it does not pull up its socks.
Grade: Average

Wii :::::
Nintendo has managed to produce yet another innovative and cheap console (the other one being the DS). While the cool controller and games are impressive, Nintendo is going nowhere with that kind of graphics. As long as Nintendo is able to increase the Wii's graphical power, I do not mind paying more and if it supports HD, Nintendo will have a sure wii-ner in the console market. In my opinion, the Wii will not replace the PS3 or Xbox 360, but will complement it. Fortunately, the Wii looks to have a bright future and I see Mario, Metroid and Zelda (the 3 big Nintendo franchises) pushing sales for the Wii.
Grade: Good

PC ::::: (not a console)
Some people say that PC gaming is dead, but I can only agree to the statement only to a certain extent, defintely not entirely. Sure, these days, PC gaming seems to be dying in some areas, but hey, the PC is still the only place to play those intensifying RTS games! MMORPGs are also mainly played on PC. It is a big pity that the PC is not as powerful as the PS3 or Xbox 360. Nevertheless, the graphics still look gorgeous, provided that you have a good graphics card. Umh, recent game releases are nothing that make gamers scream for. Poor PC, you have seen better days.
Grade: Doesn't look quite good

In part 3, we will take a look at the portable consoles. I hope that you have enjoyed this article.