Business Wars Xbox vs Playstation (REMIX) | The Betrayal | 2
Dec 27, 2023
In 2002, the battle for gaming supremacy heats up as Sony and Microsoft strategize for the next-gen consoles. Sony aims to revolutionize gaming with the PlayStation 3, leveraging a partnership with Toshiba and IBM. Meanwhile, Microsoft races to launch the Xbox 360, aiming to get a leg up in the market. The intrigue deepens when IBM plays both sides, seeing a golden chance to profit amid the rivalry. With the launch of Xbox Live, the landscape of gaming is forever changed, setting the stage for an unforgettable showdown.
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Secret Meeting at The Ginger Man
- David Shippey, a microchip designer, met with Jim Cale at a bar to discuss a secret project.
- The project involved IBM, Toshiba, and Sony creating a microprocessor called "The Cell" for the PlayStation 3.
Xbox Live's Risky Bet
- Microsoft launched Xbox Live to differentiate themselves from Sony and establish Xbox as the go-to console for online gaming.
- Despite charging a monthly fee while Sony's online service was free, Xbox Live was a success due to its superior experience.
Cutting Costs for the Xbox 360
- To reduce costs, consider offering multiple models, like a basic model without a hard drive and a more expensive one with one.
- Use custom-designed chips to streamline things and reduce costs.
