[LTR][h=1]Xbox and Sony Show Us We Need to Stop Fanboy Hate[/h]
November 15, 2013 by
Brandon Coppernoll 0 Comments
The North American launch of the Playstation 4 is taking place today. It’s a joyous occasion for those who have been looking forward to it. For those that chose to go the way of Xbox One (this guy), they have to wait. Needless to say, the already high-tempered war between PS4 fans and Xbox One fans is about to get a little boost as people are getting their hands on the systems for the first time.
[h=2]A Look Behind the Curtain[/h]
This morning Xbox officially congratulated Sony on the launch of the Playstation 4. Many fans’ hearts stopped as they probably couldn’t believe the Xbox green had been used to mention Sony, let alone congratulate them. Nonetheless, Xbox said congratulations. Classy move.
Immediate speculation arose if Xbox was being cheeky or coy about the launch as reviews haven’t been as stellar as many thought they’d be for a next-gen console. Some hiccups were also to be expected, and we are seeing those take place.
I honestly think it’s genuine.
[h=2]Friendly Competition[/h]My suspicions were confirmed after some digging when
Major Nelson congratulated Sony on their upcoming launch late last night:
Then
Shuhei Yoshida returned the volley:
This got me thinking that when they have millions of dollars at stake for successful launches, and the competition between them, why don’t they succumb to fanboy hate (times a few hundred million)?
[h=2]A Holiday Wish[/h]Why do gamers, regardless of the console they’ve chosen, have to attack one another? What visceral desire creates such a reaction that you feel you have to “defend your post”? Perhaps it’s time we congratulate each other when their next-gen consoles come in because that un-boxing, no matter which “side” you have chosen, is going to feel so good.
I guess what I’m trying to say is, if I can change, and you can change, everybody can change. - Rocky Balboa
So, for Playstation 4 gamers, congratulations from me and Co-op Heroes in North America. Europe will be joining you soon. Take in your new experiences and share them with friends. Never game alone.
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