Mike Ybarra: Consoles will never die; Those losing are pushing the narrative that fits them

[Remij 5,016]

16 minutes ago, Cell said:

Old school Bhytre would be turning in his grave to see you turncoat into being a 'hermsmell'. 
 

So would old school Sony, seeing their games be released, and best, on PC  

[sugarhigh 601]

1 hour ago, Long Ball Larry said:

Soon or not, it will happen 

one possibility is the demand and revenue associated with cloud gpus goes to AI training and not gaming.

[Long Ball Larry 1,359]

3 minutes ago, sugarhigh said:

one possibility is the demand and revenue associated with cloud gpus goes to AI training and not gaming.

It will eventually. Sony ms and Nintendo will push it. One dedicated cloud > selling hardware. It will all be sub based and more expensive than it is now 

Edited September 1 by Long Ball Larry

[Cell 639]

1 hour ago, Remij said:

So would old school Sony, seeing their games be released, and best, on PC  

Stupid comparison. Bhytre was a die hard sheep back in the day that, unless I'm mixing him with someone else, used to hilariously troll the hermits and going back 10+ years it would of been inconceivable to see him on the other side as he is today.  
 

Sony releasing games on PC a year after there PS release to diversify revenue is not remotely similar but nice try. 

Edited September 1 by Cell

[JonDnD 3,001]

All of Sonys games are going to PC. Day one, a year later...it doesnt matter. You dont need a Ps5 anymore. Cows talk about diversifying revenue, LOL. Thats some DUMB FUCK damage control ROFL

Potato5 sucks

[kaz 2,486]

On 2024-08-31 at 10:09 PM, Cell said:

 

 

 

The statement presents a viewpoint that suggests console gaming, specifically Sony's PlayStation division, is facing significant financial challenges and is only surviving due to its expansion into live services, PC gaming, and mobile gaming. Let's break down the accuracy of these claims:

1. Console Gaming in "Free Fall":

• Inaccuracy: The term "free fall" suggests a rapid and uncontrolled decline, which isn't entirely accurate. While the traditional console market faces challenges, such as competition from mobile and cloud gaming and the high costs associated with developing cutting-edge hardware, the console market is not in a state of collapse. Sales of next-generation consoles like the PlayStation 5 have been strong, and demand often exceeds supply due to production limitations.

2. Sony's Push into Live Service, PC, and Mobile:

• Accuracy with Nuance: It's true that Sony is expanding into live services, PC, and mobile gaming. However, this isn't solely due to financial desperation but also part of a broader strategic shift in the gaming industry. The gaming landscape is changing, with live-service games and cross-platform play becoming increasingly important. Sony's moves reflect an effort to diversify revenue streams and reach new audiences, not just to "subsidize" its console division.

3. Subsidizing the Console Division:

• Partial Accuracy: Developing and selling consoles can be costly, and historically, console manufacturers have often sold hardware at a loss, recouping costs through software sales and subscriptions. However, the statement exaggerates the situation by suggesting that the PlayStation division is financially untenable without external expansion. Sony's gaming division remains highly profitable, and the PlayStation brand is one of the strongest in the industry. The expansion into other areas is more about growth and adaptation rather than a response to an unsustainable business model.

4. Consoles and "Dying":

• Inaccuracy: The idea that consoles are "dying" is not supported by current market data. Consoles are evolving, and the gaming industry is expanding beyond traditional hardware. However, consoles remain a significant part of the gaming ecosystem, and companies like Sony and Microsoft continue to invest heavily in their console platforms. The statement's assertion that consoles are dying is overly pessimistic and doesn't align with industry trends.

Conclusion:

The statement overstates the financial challenges facing Sony's PlayStation division and the console market in general. While there are real pressures and an industry-wide shift towards diversified gaming experiences (like live services and cross-platform play), the console market is far from dying. Sony's expansions into live service, PC, and mobile gaming are strategic moves to capitalize on growth opportunities, not desperate measures to keep a failing business model afloat.

 

 

Grade: D-

 

glad that engineering degree of yours payed off and I can read your analysis 

[FIREPOWER 921]

10 hours ago, Playstation Tablet said:

Remember all those cloud replacing console arguements a few years ago (lol). 

Yep, and it was lead by retards like Dynoretard and Cuckstz 

 

 

None of their moronic predictions have come through this gen or last gen. A decade of failed predictions and backing a failed brand. Pathetic fucks  

 

[JonDnD 3,001]

Cloud most likely will be there future.  Once it gets to the point where it's good enough . Prob a bit away. 

 

Better thought than thinking vr was the future like some of the dumbos here 

 

PsTato has no exclusives lol

[lynux3 2,439]

8 hours ago, bhytre said:

Cucksoles are like crippled PCs now, they offer nothing better

YouHBR

 

You’ve hopped every system and never truly landed on PlayStation. I understand why you bailed on Xflop and went PeasantC. It’s the only way you can retain Xflopism.

Edited September 2 by lynux3

[Cell 639]

5 hours ago, kaz said:

 

glad that engineering degree of yours payed off and I can read your analysis 

 

It's 2024 homie, don't work hard, work smart. Also it was worth it just to see him dodge it like a motherfucker. 
 

he comes back in though and keeps making retarded statements to someone else.

 

[Remij 5,016]

10 hours ago, Cell said:

Stupid comparison. Bhytre was a die hard sheep back in the day that, unless I'm mixing him with someone else, used to hilariously troll the hermits and going back 10+ years it would of been inconceivable to see him on the other side as he is today.  
 

Sony releasing games on PC a year after there PS release to diversify revenue is not remotely similar but nice try. 

No it isn't.  It's equally inconceivable that going 10+ years back Sony would be releasing their biggest and best games on PC.... and also that their fastest selling game sold most on PC.

[bhytre 2,810]

12 hours ago, Cell said:

Old school Bhytre would be turning in his grave to see you turncoat into being a 'hermsmell'. 
 

rofl true, but consoles just suck that much now they don't deserve blind loyalty when they don't even have exclusives anymore. 

[lynux3 2,439]

19 hours ago, bhytre said:

rofl true, but consoles just suck that much now they don't deserve blind loyalty when they don't even have exclusives anymore. 

Xbox just sucks that’s really what it comes down to.

[kaz 2,486]

On 2024-09-02 at 10:52 AM, bhytre said:

rofl true, but consoles just suck that much now they don't deserve blind loyalty when they don't even have exclusives anymore. 

 

i mean they never did, can'tsoles just always sucked and are only meant to be complementary to the god platform, but now it's just completely pointless, I'd even get a ninty device before a snoozestation now lol