Revolution or Evolution?

I think Revolution will open up new gaming ideas, as Nintendo already showcased that in the trailer for their next-gen console. The idea behind the controller is a bold one, but I think ultimately Revolution will not fair as well compared to PS3 or X360. The lack of a solid gaming library will be a big problem (look at the DS) as well traditional gamers will not likely be able to adapt to the new form of gameplay proposed by Nintendo. Look at the sales figure for PSP, the mini behemoth apparently generated US1.6 billion in 2005, and that was more than X360 and DS combined.

Anyway, back to the topic, it's true that graphics are not enough to determind the success or failure of a game/console. Clever marketing is key, as well as combining as many functions as possible into the console.

PSP = music, movie, gaming = huge success
iPod = music, movie, pictures = mega success

It's the same idea of a cellphone packed with music function and 3.0mega pixel camera; do we really need all of them in the phone? Not particularly, but it just gives bragging rights. Maybe if the Revolution incoprates all of these functions into itself, and bombard the media with commercials and publicity stunts, Nintendo *might* be able to come back on top as king of all consoles.

My two cents.

Jam it back in, in the dark.