Xbox One sticking at $499, Kinect still 'core part' of experience
"We really believe deeply in the value that we're delivering. Not just for the first day of launch, which we think is going to be amazing, with amazing games and entertainment experiences, but what this architecture can deliver over the long term." said Whitten. "We feel good about our price."
What about changing the price by removing the Kinect?
"We still absolutely believe in Kinect. It's a core part of the architecture. Frankly, it's really critical that you build it as something that's always there, always part of the platform. So that game creators, experience creators can know they can rely on it. And you, the user, that there's always a consistent experience. That it's not just an accessory."
Consumers aren't the only ones happy with today's changes. Both GameStop and rental service GameFly have applauded Microsoft for today's Xbox One policy shift.
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Source: http://www.joystiq.com/2013/06/19/xbox-one-sticking-with-499-price-kinect-still-core-part-of-e/
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FoolishPosted:
I feel like it woould compete more with the PS4 if it deducted the Kinect as part of the console.
EulerPosted:
RaheemSterling_31 2 friends bought kinect and only went on it once.
I went on mine quite a few times, but haven't been on it for weeks!
EulerPosted:
Katsumi I've never liked the idea of the Kinect. Switching out something as accurate as a controller with something much more inaccurate. I hope this pans out well for Microsoft though.
The only reason I liked it, was because it was like the Wii, but better in my opinion!
EulerPosted:
BDBimgurRaheemSterling_31 Why don't they understand we don't want it!
Who knows, maybe it'll be good.
I really don't want it at first, I would love 2 bundles so I could buy the Kinect seperatly if I hear good stuff about it.
I would definitely want it, but not straight away, and I don't want to be forced into buying one when I don't want one!
EulerPosted:
lelBDB I really dont know what to think about the Kinect anymore, mixed up feelings...
I don't really like it, but some people do
I like the Kinect, but I think you should be able to use the Kinect you buy with the 360 with the Xbox One!
neboPosted:
BDB I really dont know what to think about the Kinect anymore, mixed up feelings...
I don't really like it, but some people do
MentalistPosted:
imgurRaheemSterling_31 Why don't they understand we don't want it!
Who knows, maybe it'll be good.
I really don't want it at first, I would love 2 bundles so I could buy the Kinect seperatly if I hear good stuff about it.
imgurPosted:
RaheemSterling_31 Why don't they understand we don't want it!
Who knows, maybe it'll be good.
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