Microsoft will sell their next gen consoles, mainly the Xbox One, on November this year and I strongly feel that it will not be very successful sales from their previous consoles, the Xbox 360. I think Microsoft had failed to win the hearts of gamers especially in convincing the gamers as to why they should buy the Xbox One. All the reasons are very obvious and Microsoft mostly will avoid the question when the consumers need that answers. Here's my 4 reasons why I don't prefer and maybe don't even consider the Xbox One:
Reason #1: Xbox One will be region LOCKED
As of today, the decision from Microsoft that their next gen platform will be region locked had mostly break the hearts of Xbox fans. If you live outside the USA, it will be waste to buy and get the consoles because the live TV features will be exclusives ONLY in the United States. If you live outside of the country or overseas, you cannot enjoy all the contents in the Xbox One.
Reason #2: Xbox One must be ALWAYS connected to the internet
This is another feature that I don't like about the Xbox One. You must always stay login and connected in order for you to play and enjoy any contents in the Xbox One for 24 hours. This may not be a big deal for some but it is a big issue for the people who don't have good internet connection. For some developing countries who do not have better internet connection, they will not waste their money in order to buy things that do not benefit them. Microsoft argue they are promoting about the future technology that will required all things to be connected but they can do it periodically over time. Microsoft are digging their own grave.
Reason #3: Xbox One will NOT allowed used games
Microsoft are pissing their fans off with this one. Microsoft were trying to impose digital rights management (DRM) into their games and contents. If you want to get any game titles for Xbox One, you are not allowed to rent, lend or resell games that you buy. You're allowed to exchange the copy of the games once with your friend and Microsoft will only players to transfer Live ID licenses at "participating retailers". Gamers were very upset with the decision because Microsoft were "killing" the gaming industry with the games DRM.
Reason #4: Xbox One will cost you $499 (MYR 1559.10) over $100 than PS4
The price is a turning point in the battle of consoles. Are you willing to spend more is up to you but for me it is not worth it for a consoles that imposed so many restrictions on consumers. When you spending a lot in buying things, it must have worth and beneficial for you. You don't throw away you money without any reason.
That's it for my 3 part post review for E3 2013. The reviews are only my opinion and it doesn't have to be in you favor. You can always browse around the internet for any update regarding any news about gaming industry all around the world. The information may not be all true and you need to investigate further to know the full story.
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