08 Oct 10, 09:45AM
I think we will see PC Gaming getting cheaper just to compete with the growing functions and capabilities of consoles. In the past, consoles were just for games and movies, whereas PC Gaming provided the user with the ability to game, as well as enjoy the features of a normal PC (Internet, Social Networking, Word Publishing). Today, the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 are basically on the verge of turning into (affordable) home theater computers, with features such as Youtube, Facebook and movies on demand. Soon enough, they will match the current gaming experience (graphics/power wise) that is showcased currently for the PC.
However, one advantage PC Gaming has, is that it allows the user to upgrade as new and better technology comes out, instead of waiting 4-5 year intervals which consoles face. Compared to PC hardware, both the PS3 and Xbox 360 are miles behind (its understandable though, since technology moves so fast these days). So really, consoles will always have to play catch-up with PC until the changes in the physics/audio of games become unnoticeable.
However, one advantage PC Gaming has, is that it allows the user to upgrade as new and better technology comes out, instead of waiting 4-5 year intervals which consoles face. Compared to PC hardware, both the PS3 and Xbox 360 are miles behind (its understandable though, since technology moves so fast these days). So really, consoles will always have to play catch-up with PC until the changes in the physics/audio of games become unnoticeable.