I called it kids. TeamXbox has confirmed that Sony is discontinuing the 20 GB HDD version of its PlayStation 3 console. Several retailers, including Sony's own official store, are no longer carrying the console despite the fact that it is still displayed on the official PlayStation web site.
Now, unto itself, this isn't a bad move for Sony. The PlayStation 3 20 GB HDD was selling very poorly as opposed to the 60 GB HDD edition, and I also believe Microsoft should nix the Xbox 360 Core System, especially with the pending release of the Xbox 360 Elite.
Speaking of the Xbox 360 Elite, however, the removal of the PlayStation 3 20 GB HDD does create a wider gap between the two consoles. Think about it:
- PlayStation 3 60 GB HDD: $699.99
- Sony's DLCHD20P HDMI Cable: $69.99
- Resistance: Fall of Man: $69.99
That's the only exclusive title worth owning on the PlayStation 3 right now. If you take a look at the official PlayStation web site, every other game on the PlayStation 3 that's worth something is also on the Xbox 360, and all the listed upcoming games are cross-platform releases. That's $839.97 plus tax simply to play one worth-while game.
Now the Xbox 360 Elite which is being released May 4th:
- Xbox 360 Elite: $549.99 (Includes 120 GB HDD and HDMI cable)
- Xbox Live 12 Month Gold Membership: $59.99
- Gears of War: $64.99
With the release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion to the PlayStation 3, as of right now Gears of War is the only must-have exclusive title for the Xbox 360, however unlike the PlayStation 3, the official Xbox website lists multiple upcoming, exclusive, and game-show award winning titles. Titles such as BioShock, Halo 3, and Mass Effect. That's $674.97 (with a yearly renewal fee of $59.99 for Multiplayer gaming) for a console with a proven list of upcoming AAA titles and access to the most successful online console network in history.
That's $165.00 in savings, and if you're not interested in Multiplayer gaming, you can nix the Xbox Live costs including that renewal fee since an Xbox Live Silver Membership is free. If you don't need the massive 120 GB HDD and you don't care for an HDMI cable, then you can get the Xbox 360 Pro console for another $50.00 cheaper. It comes with a 20 GB HDD, which in my opinion is fine. That would cut the total cost an Xbox 360 to $564.98, a total savings of $274.99 over the PlayStation 3 60 GB HDD with its HDMI cable.
So seriously, I need to ask you Sony fans out there: How can you justify the insane cost of the PlayStation 3?
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