I’d like to remind everyone of PS3 Fanboy’s predictions for 2008. Here’s a look at the next three predictions on the list, now that we’re halfway through the year.
PS3 Prediction #2: A new color for PS3 will be introduced.
Expect some sexy new colors for PS3, many of which won’t appear in the US. Our European and Japanese friends will get special skinned systems for high profile games, like Metal Gear Solid. America may introduce a new premium bundle in White that includes an even larger hard drive and a hotly anticipated game.
PS3 Prediction #3: Video rental service will begin this year.
Sony will finally allow PS3 fans to download movies from the PS Store later this year. However, just like Xbox Live, the movies available will be rentals only and will require the PS3 to be signed into the PSN for playback. Sony won’t want to cannibalize its own Blu-ray sales with fully downloadable movies. At the very least, Remote Play will be enhanced so that you will be able to stream these movies to the PSP.
PS3 Prediction #4: Expect more price drops.
PS3 finally dropped to $399. Expect it go down even further later this year, so that it can remain competitive against the Xbox 360.
Silver PS3. PSN Video. New 80 gig at $399.
Wow. Hit it dead on the head. With a nail.
Of course, #4 is really a give or take, with the new 80 gig version not being the hardware everyone would like it to be. But damn. They’ve either got a mole in Sony or they just have good instinct.
One prediction left before the year’s over, guys.
PS3 Prediction #5: PS3 sales will get better, but won’t be able to beat Xbox 360 in 2008.
In spite of a much better library of games in 2008, the PS3 will trail behind Microsoft’s competing system. The PS3 will do stupendously in Europe and decently in Japan, but American gamers will remain hesitant about Sony’s system. Momentum will certainly help PS3, and critics and analysts alike will predict even better things for 2009.
Think this one’ll come true?
