You haven't even got your hands around the XBox 360, and already something newer is out. Sony's PS3 is not only en route, but you can already pre-order the games on Gamestop.
"Video Game retailer Gamestop has 32 Sony PS3 games listed for pre-order. (Visit Gamestop and search for PS3 to see the list). Basically you can get in line first to get this games shipped to you when they are available. I am not sure if October 1st is best guess by Gamestop or if they already know the Sony PS3 launch date. All PS3 games sell for $59.99. See the list below." - I4u
Sony PS3 games listed on Gamestop for pre-order:
Only Metal Gear Solid 4 has a shipping date of 1st of December, all others are marked with October 1st.
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Condemned: Criminal Origins
Dark Sector
Devil May Cry 4
Dirty Harry
Dog Tag
Eyedentify
Fifth Phantom Saga
Fight Night Round 3
Formula 1
Gundam World
Heavenly Sword
Indiana Jones
Killing Day
Killzone 2
Metal Gear Solid 4
Metronome
MotorStorm
NioH
Peter Jackson’s King Kong
Possession
Project Delta
Psychopath
Scarface: The World is Yours
Spider-Man 3
Stranglehold
Tekken
The Darkness
The Getaway 3
Theseis
Vision Gran Turismo
Warhawk
Impatient Gaming
Gamestop Allow Antsy Gamers to Preorder Sony PS3
Trend Themes
1. Preordered Games - The trend of allowing gamers to preorder games is disrupting the traditional purchasing model, allowing gamers to secure their copy before it is even released.
2. Upcoming Game Releases - The trend of listing and preordering upcoming game releases is creating anticipation among gamers, driving early sales and engagement.
3. Digital Delivery - The trend of digital delivery of games is transforming the way gamers access and play games, eliminating the need for physical copies and opening up new distribution models.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game Retail - The video game retail industry has the opportunity to embrace the trend of allowing gamers to preorder games, providing a seamless and convenient purchasing experience.
2. Game Development - The game development industry can leverage the trend of listing and preordering upcoming game releases to generate buzz and gauge interest in their games before launch.
3. Digital Gaming Platforms - Digital gaming platforms have the potential to capitalize on the trend of digital delivery, offering gamers a wide selection of games that can be instantly accessed and played.