PlayStation fans seem to be waiting for some sea change in sales of the PlayStation 3 platform, which causes unrealistic hopes to be put on each and every high-profile game released for the system. There’s a reason that flame wars erupt over the launch of games like Killzone 2 and Metal Gear Solid 4; an inordinate amount of importance is placed on each of these exclusive titles. And sales of the system remain unimpressive, which has caused even more hand-wringing and/or crowing about the state of the PS3.
If you are a serious fan of video games, however, the system has been a must-buy for longer than many gamers seem to think. While we can debate the importance of casual gaming and the success of the Wii, the fact remains that if you skip the PlayStation 3 this generation, you’re going to have gaping holes in your knowledge of the state of the art.
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