Originally Posted by ack_bak

Xbox just had a major price cut recently. You can now get the arcade model for just $199 and that comes with a couple of games. They also offer a 60GB model for $299 and a 120GB Elite model for $399.

As a gamer, I think the Xbox is a better value. If you are somebody that enjoys HD movies too, the PS3 is a better choice.

This is why I think the PS3 will need either a new SKU or reduce the price. The Wii and Xbox are signifcantly cheaper consoles and many families are tightening their budgets for Christmas. Big difference in price between a $250 Wii, a $199 Xbox and a $399 PS3. Sony needs to get a $299 PS3 out there fast IMHO. But I am talking about this strictly from a gaming perspective. Obviously is somebody is looking to buy a console to play games on and watch HD movies the PS3 is a no brainer.