PS3,Xbox 360 or Wii?Powerplay predicts the real winner!

When the end of next year (2007) comes around, which console will be conquering the market? Is it the PS3, Xbox 360 or will it be the Wii? Powerplay predicts the real winner through six factors: Design, innovation, target audience, price, hardware and software.

DESIGN
PS3: It is apparent that the PS3 is a winner in the design department. Blessed with all the right curves at the right places, as well as a slick finish and a good color combination, the PS3 will not fail to amaze anyone.
Xbox 360: The huge design of the Xbox 360 is unacceptable in this age, this day, where the being slim is the way to go. Microsoft shoud seriously consider sending the console for a redesign, just like what Nintendo did with its DS.
Wii: An uncluttered and simple design makes the Wii a truly outstanding console. It clearly resembles those famous Apple products and will be sure to turn anyone on.

Winner:PS3, 2nd:Wii, Loser:Xbox 360

INNOVATION
PS3: This is one curvaceous baby, providing a refreshing change from the previously 'boxy' designs of the first two PlayStations. The controller is now shaped like a boomerang. Okay, great innovation -- in terms of design.
Xbox 360: Is there any innovation to speak of in the first place? None, I think, except the little color change to the Xbox 360. Oh, yeah, and the logo, but not much innovation.
Wii: I have to hand it over to the folks at Nintendo because they are the most creative staff. If you recall the Wii controller (click here if you have not seen it), then you will better understand the meaning of 'innovation'.

Winner:Wii, 2nd:PS3, Loser:Xbox 360

TARGET AUDIENCE
PS3: The features and games seem to suggest that the PS3 is only aiming for the hardcore gamers. Hey, then what about casual gamers?
Xbox 360: Xbox 360 seems undecided when it comes to its target audience. It has games like Gears of War, Too Human, Ninety-Nine Nights for hardcore gamers, but it also has games like Every Party and Viva Pinata for kids.
Wii: Thre has been an increase in the number of non-gamer friendly games announced. These games are easy to pick up and will appeal to gamers and non-gamers alike. Okay, the Wii rightfully deserves the title of 'Family Console'.

Winner:Wii, 2nd:Xbox 360, Loser:PS3

PRICE
PS3: Oh, you have to sell your kidney before getting your hands on the PS3? That's a little too much, really. What about casual gamers, who just want to have some fun and not want to pay so much?
Xbox 360: To say that the Xbox 360 is expensive is erroneous, but to say that it is cheap, it is also erroneous.
Wii: This is the cheapest of the 3 consoles, but there's a catch: It does not support HD. But hey, it is still the cheapest, right?

Winner:Wii, 2nd:Xbox 360, Loser:PS3

HARDWARE
PS3: Sporting a blu-ray drive, the PS3 is the most muscular of the 3 and playing games on the PS3 is just like treating your eyes to a grand meal.
Xbox 360: It is not as powerful as the PS3, but neither is it as poor as the Wii.
Wii: You mean the Wii does not even support HD! Spare me the crap!

Winner:PS3, 2nd:Xbox 360, Loser:Wii

SOFTWARE
PS3: Yeah, I know there is Metal Gear Solid 4 and Assassin's Creed, but I just feel like conking out if I am surrounded by the remaining PS3 games. Yawn!
Xbox 360: The console has the juiciest line-up of the 3. There is Halo 3, Forza Motorsport 2, Lost Planet, Fable 2, among others. Excellent!
Wii: Wait, you are telling me that I cannot play Splinter Cell Double Agent, Rainbow Six Vegas, The Darkness on the Wii? Please, do not relegate me to kiddy games. But I am just gald to see more third-party support coming in. Keep them coming in because it it still not enough.

Winner:Xbox 360, 2nd:PS3, Loser:Wii

OVERALL WINNER (NOT AN AVERAGE)
WINNER: PS3, remaining as market leader
2nd: Wii
3rd: Xbox 360

Some factors are more important than others and hence, the verdict. Sony has already established itself for so long that it will take a mammoth to topple its PS3. It already has a loyal following. The Wii proves to be better than the Xbox 360 because of its controller and design.

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