Dolemite269125,879 (96,806)

they don't tend to take that long to roll stuff out. For example many dashboard features this gen, they said coming soon to canada, and it wasn't that long for most.

Well yes, making it actually work is important. But renting/loaning is important. I like being able to use Gamefly.

Most likely the big publishers, like EA and Activision, strong-armed them into this so they're doing a knew-jerk reaction.

Sony is probably in the same position but they're keeping their mouths shut until they've fully formulated a plan. What tells me this is most likely the case is that...

...the press release states "We designed Xbox One so game publishers can enable you to trade in your games at participating retailers."

Publishers have wanted to get rid of the rental and used games market for years, unfortunate that it looks like they're finally going to be successful.

I wonder if that will have the effect of people buying even fewer games. There are a lot of games I rent that I wouldn't buy.

I buy either used or at reduced prices. Reduced prices have been disappearing more and more because "Clearance" is now a dirty word in retail.

I buy a few games new. I sometimes keep a game from Gamefly. I loan games to a friend a few times a year though.

It might mean fewer buying a game day one, it might mean a faster price drop for the less popular game

I just have a feeling it'll lead to fewer game purchases overall and make gaming an even more "luxury" pursuit. Maybe not so much for adults but I know teen friends who

have combined resources to purchase a game they share.