110°

The Elusive Next Gen: The Depressing Potential Ending of Console Gaming Itself

OXCGN:

"E3 was a fizzling disappointment.

The launch date of the next generation of consoles is still unknown.

The economic crisis is causing innovation to be too risky and every week we hear of more studios cutting back staff or closing.

For lack of a better description, we’re at the ass end of the longest console generation in the history of the industry, and it’s utterly depressing."

gaminoz4292d ago

I never looked at it like delaying the next gen was making gaming stale. I just didn't want to have to buy another console! I don't have the money!

Kin23g4291d ago

Well, whatever happens .. I think we'll adapt, eventually.

BadCircuit4292d ago

It makes sense. Ubisoft said the same thing.

I still see a place for consoles. I'm just not into sitting at a PC to game.

Proeliator4292d ago

Poorest PC gaming argument out there.

To each his own. I enjoy being at my desk just as much as on my couch looking at a TV.

BadCircuit4292d ago

How's your posture :p I have a crappy office chair.

ginsunuva4291d ago

You can hook up a pc to your tv via hdmi and connect a wireless controller. Not very hard.

WeskerChildReborned4291d ago

Why does everyone think consoles are gonna end? I think consoles will always be around since some people who just casually play games wouldn't wanna spend alot of money on a PC. Consoles are simple and easy to use.

LOGICWINS4291d ago (Edited 4291d ago )

And THATS the biggest misconception about PC gaming. You don't HAVE to spend a fortune to game on a PC. You can build your own PC, that plays every game currently on the market on its highest settings, for about $800. The problem is that your average consumer isn't saavy enough to do it.

What people don't realize is that buying a decent gaming PC from an established retailer like Bestbuy or Amazon will ALWAYS be an expensive endeavor because they will convince you that you need things that you really don't. Alienwares for example are a ripoff. Their expensive only due to their name..much like Apple.

Btw, your forgetting that there are more PCs in households than there are consoles. Its only a matter of upgrading something that you ALREADY own.

Salamander4291d ago

Im not a saavy tekhead, and 800$ is still alot of money- i spent 1400$ on my PC 4 years ago and its now outdated. Your right, i could have spent half that amount and got it built but alas i dont how to do thatt.

Consoles are simple and easy to use. I pay 400$ and thats it i use it for 5 years+.

WeskerChildReborned4291d ago

I don't think it's a fortune but consoles are cheaper so yea.

LOGICWINS4291d ago

^^Both of you make valid points. Consoles ARE still cheaper, however, consider the fact that more can be done with a PC than a console such as
efficient web surfing/email, creating documents
,deep photo editing etc.

And you also have to consider Steam. The deals on there are incredible. Hopefully it comes to consoles one day.

Btw, Salmander, neweeg.com helps people build their PCs from the ground up. Great site.

ChunkyLover534291d ago

Consoles will always be around in a fashion. I don't see how with bandwidth caps and speed issues how it could be any other way.

I see both options being offered, but I think it'd be foolish to cut out people just because they want a physical product.

rufusman914291d ago

I hope Steam is on the next consoles.

Show all comments (14)
100°

Windows 10 Xbox app gets Xbox One SmartGlass tech for future game streaming

Microsoft is migrating several functions formerly reserved for its Xbox One SmartGlass mobile app into the Xbox app for Windows 10, as it increasingly ties the Xbox One console to PCs and mobile devices. SmartGlass is a “second screen” app that was originally written for Windows Phone, allowing it, for example, to control aspects of a connected Xbox One.

--bienio--3328d ago (Edited 3328d ago )

I care more about cross buy then streaming, but for at the moment we Can only wait and see how things going on...anyway future is bright for Pc and xbox palyers;£

ScorpiusX3328d ago

Very cool , W10 is going to be a blast.

mhunterjr3328d ago

I don't have a gaming PC, but the idea of being able to play my Xbox from any room in the house, is very appealing to me!

3328d ago
Macdaddy713328d ago

I have been reading some threads people trashing MS for the streaming pc n x1.. But I love it!!! Going to lot better n more up to date games, then what Sony doing with ps now streaming Old games at a high price,.. I really think MS is going to nail the cross platform n streaming....

ThatOneRiggaNob3328d ago

People will trash Microsoft for anything they do. It's just the way this gen works. Also I don't see why you mentioned ps now since it's an actual streaming service and Xbox to win10 streaming is just you streaming your already owned games to a pc. They're not the same thing at all.

IGiveHugs2NakedWomen3328d ago

The streaming feature is definitely a positive. I have no idea why anyone would think that cross platform streaming would be a bad thing.

3328d ago
140°

New Xbox One Smartglass Beta Now Available: Brings Top Games List, UI Improvements and More

Microsoft released today a new beta version of the Xbox One Smartglass Android app. The new update is numbered 2.4.1409.08100.

Read Full Story >>
dualshockers.com
GameingmyLife3514d ago

MS keep bringing the heat with these updates... great job.... keep em coming

donthate3514d ago

This rapid development of features is what is going to bring the Xbox One so far ahead of the competition. MS is definitely bringing the heat!

Sayai jin3514d ago

Yes, they are quick with these update and bring great addtions to the system.

200°

New Xbox One Smartglass Beta Update Lets You Record Game Clips From Your Smartphone and Much More

Together with the new September preview update for the Xbox One, Microsoft just released update 2.4.1408.22100 of the Xbox One Smartglass Beta for Android.

The new version includes quite a lot of features, including the ability to record game clips directly from your smartphone, which is definitely useful for those that opted to buy their console without Kinect.

Read Full Story >>
dualshockers.com
BABYLEG3531d ago

That was to be expected. Good job MS. Keep the great games and features coming. By next year, I wont be surprised if they say the Xbox can transform

JohnJ3531d ago

Everyone I know who owns an xbox one, Is absolutely loving it. I have both and love both but I have to be honest, the xbox one is the better console.

Bonkerz3531d ago

I have to agree, i play a PS4 daily (my bestfriend has one and we live next to eachother) and even when he comes here he is blown away with all the features and stuff that can be done on the X1. The PS4 is a great console obviously but at this point in time hands down the X1 is better choice.

4Sh0w3531d ago

That's really awesome, I use my Samsung Galaxy phone to constantly stay updated with Xbox news, love android and this is just 1 more way I can use my phone to interact with my X1 gaming addiction.

Assault93530d ago

Is their a point to this?
Oh I see, the future of no kinect.

timlot3531d ago (Edited 3531d ago )

Its really amazing how much effort they are putting in the platform. Every other day there is news of this new feature or that update. Can't wait for what next week is going to bring.

PsylentKiller3531d ago

I teals like this feature. Since is play mostly at night while my GF is sleeping, it's difficult to get the kinect to hear me when whispering. Now, I can just tap my phone. This is also good if there is a lot of background noise.

tgunzz3531d ago

Xb1 has so much to offer... I hope more, and more gamers pick one up, and enjoy it awesome feature set, and games... Game on.

AutoCad3531d ago

Xbox All in one Entertainment.

I have the beta app and didnt even know this though lol

Show all comments (30)