Re: Halo 3 parrying PlayStation 3 launch
 

good one... How about "That was idiotic.. and I don't mean to be rude.."

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Well, I could just say.. it was stupid.. and you are an idiot for writing it.. but I'm trying to play nice here.

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I'm totally with you on that. I thought that Halo 2 was the biggest waste of a DVD I've ever played. And I own it and have Xbox Live.

On topic, I've really nothing to say because it looks like most of the bases have been covered.

Re: Halo 3 parrying PlayStation 3 launch
 

haha, oh dear.

PS2 has sold 87 million units...and yes, there are a lot less than 87 PS2 owners. But if you honestly think the number is anywhere near, say, 55-60 million, you're out of your mind.

but, you did make a point and I agree. just doubt it's to the same extent as yourself.

needless to say, a lot of people will be looking forward to the launch of the PS3. as long as Sony keeps doing what they're doing, I'll be one of them.



*edit*

and kyuzo, I thought your post was pretty ridiculous

Re: Halo 3 parrying PlayStation 3 launch
 

Well instead of trying to understand my post, it's being looked at as Fanboyish....

My point was that if there are Halo loyalists and Sony loyalists, then releasing Halo 3 along with PS3 does nothing. Because the respective loyalists will stick to whatever they were either waiting for, or want.

This justifies my statement that you can't suggest that Halo 3 will have an impact on PS3... because Sony loyalists don't care about Halo 3...and Microsoft loyalists don't care about PS3. So whose to say this move by Bill Gates is smart.. or stupid?

NO ONE.......... All I can say is that they both have their respective fans, and both will get their substantial amount of sales in the market...

Re: Halo 3 parrying PlayStation 3 launch
 

This move is about media attention, both mainstream and internet. If the PS3 was released with Microsoft offering only standard, everyday titles at that time all you would hear about is the PS3 launch. Halo is the only Franchise that MS has that will be able to grab a good bit of hype and attention at that time. This way, it won't be all PS3, all the time in the news and forums. It won't hurt Sony in sales, but it will keep the 360 from falling of the face of the earth during the PS3 launch. In the gaming world, perception is reality. Releasing Halo 3 at that time will remind people that the 360 is a serious competitor, and by doing so it will be.

I thought the move was pretty obvious and an easy marketing call. Can't really see where people would have problem with it or think its an ineffective strategy.

Re: Halo 3 parrying PlayStation 3 launch
 

well i guess from a media standpoint, it would be a good move.

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Re: Halo 3 parrying PlayStation 3 launch
 

You said exactly what I was thinking, it's all about the hype.

+rep