Sony Bringing Fee-based Subscription To Playstation Network
In Sony’s Investor/Analyst meeting today, they had a section in their slideshow called the “5 Key Advantages of Playstation 3,” which is a general overlook at the system and its advantages in the market. The usual information was present, including mention of the Motion Controller (that will have vibration feedback), Blu-ray capability, PSP integration, and 3D gaming. However, there was one slide that had several interesting items listed:
- “New revenue stream from subscription”
- “Q2 FY2010: release non-game software development kit”
I fully believe that this new subscription based service would not replace the free Playstation network access, but rather compliment it. I think that a free Playstation Network will always exist and has been a strength for Sony from the start. However, I do think that they will offer some sort of subscription service based on entertainment offerings, such as allowing you to download a preset number of movies, games or themes each month. There are many other possibilities as well, including increased download speed, a more detailed Playstation Network profile online, and other exclusive benefits.
It’s fair to say we will probably see this Playstation Network subscription offering in 2010/2011.
As for the non-game software development kit, we haven’t been able to get more information at this time. Very unusual!
Not many people trust Sony so they are going to struggle selling a subscription service.
It's not a brand that is consumer friendly, it's not a brand that is thought of as offering good value for money, it's not a company that is a market leader or an innovator in technology anymore, it has got a bad reputation for proprietary standards and a nasty name for over hyping and over marketing their capabilities… Sony dissapoints. No Sony wont do well and its for good reason.
Hey do you know what are a view big pros and cons of the play station gaming system? I'm doing a project on this subject for my Computer Science class and it would be awesome if you can help me out. Thanks!
Jerly
PSN going to fee-based subscription? Hmmm some people is thinking twice buying PS3 again. They'd probably resort to xbox.
PSN going to fee-based subscription? Hmmm some people is thinking twice buying PS3 again. They'd probably resort to xbox.
If they are going to charge monthly fees, your better off going to XBOX live and getting it for a year for only $50
If they are going to charge monthly fees, your better off going to XBOX live and getting it for a year for only $50