I can't wait to iPhone game...

[b0blndsy]

I'm sure people said the same about the Razr... or Walkman. I would never say impossible. I don't think it will be for a while, but in a business model that encourages new purchases every two years, eventually something else will take hold.

I'll not disagree with you on this.

 

[Interstella5555]

I think the iPhone is a great gaming device. I personally would never carry a seperate "Gaming" unit. The advantage of a phone is it is all in one. That is where the market is heading. Not two devices and buying games for $40-60.

And the disadvantage is that it's all in one. Like I said, the battery isn't going to last a plane trip for any serious gaming, it's for the bus and waiting in line. I guess I just like playing full games when I get home or am traveling, something that I don't see the iPhone offering any time soon.

Edit - Add to that the fact that AAA game titles are reaching budgets of $75 to $200 million, I'm not sure that anyone will put that kind of effort into a non-dedicated gaming device, like say, a phone.

 

[Savor]

I've been watching the live stream for the next gen PSP for last hour right here -

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/kotaku-japan実況

Live blog -

http://www.engadget.com/liveblog/live-from-sonys-tokyo-event/

Looks like the original PSP, but I still want it! I don't mind the bigger screen as long it is has round edges and is more comfortable to hold for a longer period time than a DS. The original PSP back in 2004 had a great and sleek design anyway and it is not like the 3DS looks anymore different than a DSi. I don't like sliders as it can break easier. I just hope memory stick pro duos can still work with it as well as all the PSN downloads I bought for it. The SD card looks proprietary again. Damn it, Sony! The LiveArea interface looks nice though.

PSP2 looks to be #1 on my wishlist for 2011. I don't care if it doesn't match PS3 graphics. I am content with the 6th gen graphics. If this device can emulate PS1, PS2, and PSP games, I am happy. Give me Shenmue on a portable, and I'll be making plans for my camp-out and pay over $400+ for it if I have to. Sony can make a system that can last 10 years and this portable has that potential like the PS1 and PS2 did.

 

[darngooddesign]

And the disadvantage is that it's all in one. Like I said, the battery isn't going to last a plane trip for any serious gaming, it's for the bus and waiting in line. I guess I just like playing full games when I get home or am traveling, something that I don't see the iPhone offering any time soon.

Not to be unkind, but if you're taking a long plane trip with the intention of using your iPhone to entertain yourself with games, videos, etc. you're an idiot if you don't carry a battery pack of some kind, be it a Mophie-style sled or an external unit.

 

[soulreaver99]

Most planes that fly international have a USB port to charge your devices!

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[brando123b]

And the disadvantage is that it's all in one. Like I said, the battery isn't going to last a plane trip for any serious gaming, it's for the bus and waiting in line. I guess I just like playing full games when I get home or am traveling, something that I don't see the iPhone offering any time soon.

Edit - Add to that the fact that AAA game titles are reaching budgets of $75 to $200 million, I'm not sure that anyone will put that kind of effort into a non-dedicated gaming device, like say, a phone.

I don't think we will see Gameboy and PSP type devices continue their success. We are moving toward a model that leaves most individuals with one device. I don't know many adults that are willing to carry a PSP and an iPhone.

I can't recall the last time I saw someone over 16 with a handheld gaming device. The iPhone already has games that run the Unreal 3 engine, Infinity Blade and Rage are graphically amazing. There are games with multiplayer support and built in voice chat. This is all on the iPhone 4. Imagine what an iPhone 5, 6 or 7 can offer?

I see us moving toward a world where if you want a dedicated, full-on gaming experience, you have your dedicated console at home on your large screen. If you're in the mood to game on the go, your phone serves as your primary media device.

I have to say I'm more impressed with the recent iPhone 4 titles than I am of any Gameboy or PSP cartridge.

 

[walie]

I don't think we will see Gameboy and PSP type devices continue their success. We are moving toward a model that leaves most individuals with one device. I don't know many adults that are willing to carry a PSP and an iPhone.

I can't recall the last time I saw someone over 16 with a handheld gaming device. The iPhone already has games that run the Unreal 3 engine, Infinity Blade and Rage are graphically amazing. There are games with multiplayer support and built in voice chat. This is all on the iPhone 4. Imagine what an iPhone 5, 6 or 7 can offer?

I see us moving toward a world where if you want a dedicated, full-on gaming experience, you have your dedicated console at home on your large screen. If you're in the mood to game on the go, your phone serves as your primary media device.

I have to say I'm more impressed with the recent iPhone 4 titles than I am of any Gameboy or PSP cartridge.

parents will not be buying their young kids iphones/ipod touches to play games on,

nothing beats the tactile feedback of actual physical controls, i tried out that sonic game when it was released, it was a mess

 

[Interstella5555]

Not to be unkind, but if you're taking a long plane trip with the intention of using your iPhone to entertain yourself with games, videos, etc. you're an idiot if you don't carry a battery pack of some kind, be it a Mophie-style sled or an external unit.

You're not being unkind, I never said I was intending to use my phone as my primary entertainment device. I don't use a case, I don't really see the need to bring an extra battery for my phone when I'm using it as phone/internet device solely. Before the iPhone I didn't really have to worry about the battery dying on my iPod, phone, or PSP because they were all seperate devices. Now, if my phone dies, so does my MP3 player, I don't want to toss another thing in there that's dependent on one battery, or the need to carry another. Also, if I was going to game on it, I'd need something more compelling than Cut the Rope or Rage HD. Again, if I'm killing some time on the bus, the iPhone is fine, if I'm going to spend several hours traveling somewhere, I'd rather have quality games on a dedicated device than 15 minute time wasters on a device I need an additional battery for. My phone is great, but I'll use this if I'm gaming on a plane.

 

[Andeavor]

This is such a Mac vs. PC issue. The iPhone is superior with software because it is universal coming from one manufacturer while the Android is just like the PC coming in many different versions.

Now, as a gamer myself. I'm amazed at some of the quality I've seen in iPhone games, but I'd rather they focus in making quality remakes from older PC games such as adventures rather than trying to recreate Oblivion. As a handheld, the less is on the screen the better and considering the quickly draining battery life, I prefer to only spend about 15 minutes at a time playing.

 

[milani]

Over 85% of Android devices are running Android 2.1. Can you say the same thing about iOS4?

Which part.