Gaming developer Square Enix has stated that next-gen consoles will need much more RAM if they want devs to create "better experiences."
Creative Director and Senior Manager Takeshi Nozue says memory size is the biggest challenge for the PS3 and Xbox 360 and he hopes the console makers will improve on this important aspect.
The company showed off some very impressive tech at E3 this ... [ read the full article ]
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Originally posted by SomeBozo: I don't see the consoles getting much more memory, and one reason i've never cared for them. No keybaord, unless you go out an pay extra, and then awkward to use with a game controller too... So what is the point. For controls i much prefer a joystick/mouse and keyboard, or better yet one of the old side winder command controllers, then rocked, i own in FPS's...
um the little keyboard on the xbox 360 controller is just as good as a regular keyboard it actually makes the controller feel better on your hands
Originally posted by djkorn: So here is a thought and just a thought at this:
Video game companies have been replacing the old outdated machines with new ones, and PC gamers have always had a small leg to stand on because they can upgrade at will as the necessity arose.
But what if console creators built 90% of the parts for their consoles themselves? Rather than go out and buy it, wouldnt it make some sense for them to be able to allow for bigger systems with better things, like a PC in the way of customizing the machine to your liking, but also allowing those who want to spend big bucks for more bells the ability to do such, and those who cant dont have to. The HDD has been customizable but im talking the machine itself, like a PC. Just my two cents.
It would probably take 10 years to recoup on economies of scale. Im not sure how long it would take company A to recoup from hiringr specialist or employeeing specialist on a permanent basis. It is much cheaper to outsource for the immediate time period.
Originally posted by djkorn: So here is a thought and just a thought at this:
Video game companies have been replacing the old outdated machines with new ones, and PC gamers have always had a small leg to stand on because they can upgrade at will as the necessity arose.
But what if console creators built 90% of the parts for their consoles themselves? Rather than go out and buy it, wouldnt it make some sense for them to be able to allow for bigger systems with better things, like a PC in the way of customizing the machine to your liking, but also allowing those who want to spend big bucks for more bells the ability to do such, and those who cant dont have to. The HDD has been customizable but im talking the machine itself, like a PC. Just my two cents.
what do you mean by build parts.to manufactor a pc motherboard after you have purchased all the components that would cost thousands alone then you have to solder them to the board.the reason pcs and consoles are so cheap is everythings done in bulk.
custom built gaming pc from early 2010,ps2 with 15 games all original,ps3 500gbs with 5 games all original,yamaha amp and 5.1channel surround sound speakers,46inch sony lcd smart tv.
