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Xbox One pricing paves way for Sony PS4 success

When Microsoft announced the price of its new console at a press event Monday there was an audible gasp from the audience of gamers and media. The US$499 price tag is higher than the $375 to $450 range that Ward predicted ahead of E3. Part of the reason for the premium is because the Xbox One comes prepackaged with a Kinect sensor. Sony's PlayStation 4 won't require the additional depth-sensing camera and microphone combination that Kinect offers.

NameRemoved00173962d ago

The PS4 is going to get a large majority of the sales of people under the age of the early 20s just because its $100 cheaper.

NewMonday3962d ago

I think it all goes back to the surprise Feb20 PS4 announcement, Sony showed off the camera, the move and DS4 with a light bar and gave the impression they will make the camera a mandatory bundle.

MS didn't expect Sony to cut the camera off and then reduce the price, they may have predicted the PS4 will have a $50 advantage at best not a full $100, that presents a big psychological gap for the consumer.

nismo153962d ago (Edited 3962d ago )

xbone is $50 more in my country then the ps4 "Australia" i doubt that is a valid reason.

NameRemoved00173962d ago (Edited 3962d ago )

Alright then if you don't care about the price then get the PS4 becuase it has better hardware.

MikeMyers3962d ago

Sony did a brilliant move being at $399, no doubt about it. What's interesting is Japan might not make it for 2013, which is odd considering Sony is from Japan.

FantasyStar3962d ago

.....Unless Launch PS4s suddenly develop the YLOD in the millions.

SignifiedSix913962d ago

To be honest, I'm kind of worrying about overheating problems on the PS4. Where the heck are all the ventilation spots. I know it cant surely be all in the back of the console where the heat gets pushed out.

I'm being serious here. Have any of you thought about this?

For having the power of a mid-ranged PC this thing is in a pretty tiny box.

sashimi3962d ago (Edited 3962d ago )

look at the middle space in between the Ps4 on the top and bottom, there are additional holes going straight across

http://sketchfab.com/show/b...

g-nome3962d ago

These new consoles should run cooler than the previous generation , no need to worry.

asmith23063962d ago

After the RROD and the YLOD, I'm sure Sony and Microsoft wouldn't be to keen on letting that happen again. Sure look how much Sony have learned since the launch of the PS3. They have gone from arrogant fools to the 'saviors' of console gaming!

nismo153962d ago

If anyone has a track record with faulty consoles and recalls that's microsoft.

Williamson3962d ago

I hope they just have one model at launch, keeps things simple for everyone.

IRetrouk3962d ago

Its not just the price, its the games that have been shown, also ones we dont know about from companys we've yet to hear from, also its a more open system that allows its users a bit more freedom over the products that they have bought, if microsoft drop the used game crap then im in, not bothered by the 24 hour checks, though I do understand the backlash, so far sony are doing a better job of getting my money, in my opinion.

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Unicorn Overlord is a tactical RPG masterpiece

Vanillaware's tactical role-playing game Unicorn Overlord is a beautiful mix of old mechanics and new-age graphics, with over 65 unique recruitable characters and a rich storyline.

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jznrpg3h ago

I have the game and downloaded it going to start it tonight and play it on the Portal.

NotoriousWhiz2h ago

Enjoy. This game is so much fun and so addictive.

jznrpg11m ago

I heard great things and I am a fan of most Vanillaware games so I’m looking forward to it. Waiting for my kids to fall asleep and I’m good to go

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Marvel: Ultimate Alliance Has Appeared On The Xbox Store

Activision and Raven Software's 2006 action role-playing game, Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, has found its way to the Xbox Store.

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LG_Fox_Brazil9h ago

Used to love this one, but X-Men Legends 1 and 2 will always be my favorites, especially Rise of Apocalypse. Would pay some good money to play it today with online multiplayer, back then I had no way to get a modem

RavenWolfx1h ago

Yeah, I loved the Legends games so much.

ZeekQuattro8h ago

I remember buying them dirt cheap on the PS4 and then a few days later I read they were delisted. I was wondering why the bundle was price so low and got my answer when that happened.

Knightofelemia7h ago(Edited 7h ago)

Sad to say this is one game franchise next to the Xmen that needs a sequel. I use to play the hell out of Xmen Legends and Marvel Ultimate Alliance. Was great when my cousin had the OG Xbox play with four other people and then playing online. Great games glad to see it reappear even though I own the discs love the mechanics of this game.

Terry_B6h ago

It got a sequel..but for dumbass #reasons as a switch exclusive.

shinoff21836h ago

It looked so horrible to. They should've kept it similar to the first two.

Asplundh6h ago

Because Nintendo funded it, they did the same for Bayonetta.

Knightofelemia5h ago

I totally forgot about the Switch sequel.

jukins6h ago

Misleading. This page is whats available for people who owned the game prior to delisting.

Abnor_Mal5h ago

The first game was the best imo.

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Kingdom Come Deliverance is just $4 on PS5 following reveal of KCD2

If you’re hyped for Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, then you can play the first entry of the RPG series on PS4 and PS5 now for a very low price.

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FPSRUSSIA8h ago

Just Bought it Thank you after checking reviews alot people enjoyed it Worth Picking up for that Price.

Spenok5h ago

I already own the physical copy on PS4, and even bought it on Steam for my Steamdeck... but I went ahead and bought this as well. Because, why not?

thesoftware7304h ago

Yeah, good price, saw this yesterday on SX as well