Rumor: next Xbox to block used games with one-time activation codes

I will be buying a PS4 unless Sony also partakes in this tactic as well (even if as of now it is a rumor).

I will always have my PC which is my primary gaming platform of choice.
Sony are going to do the same thing drm patent story on here > PC"S RULE !!
 
Well, it's two things really. First, most of the console crowd is somehow under the impression that they own all of the software on a disc when they purchase a game (and therefore the right to resell and distribute it). The licensing practices that have been a part of the software industry since its inception escape most console gamers, so they fuss when companys start exercising the legal disclaimers that precede every title screen.

Second, the ability to resell/distribute games is a major perk of consoles. When you eliminate that from the equation you create a lot of problems: people can no longer share games with friends, you can no longer buy at wholesale, rentals become complicated, and so on. More importantly, when your console bricks you get hit with a one-two punch if you have a large library. In essence, it's a big issue because restricting used games eliminates most of the advantages of console gaming. It creates red tape and door charges where currently there aren't any.

True actually, I've never really thought about it but yeah, I guess the only real advantage a Console has over a traditional PC is the fact you can share and trade games, sucks to be a console fanboy with all these rumors at the moment ;)

Still though, I can't see hardware failure as a one-two punch if they link games to your account, and I can't see an issue with households who have multiple consoles as you would already have your account saved on the machine, this does force an internet connection requirement however so I can't see that as a good thing.

Meh, I'm still indifferent about this, I can see why they're doing it, I can see the inconvenience they're causing but at the same time this would in no way affect me as I've always bought games brand new and always use my account when playing even on a friends Xbox as I like to keep track of my stats etc...
 
This would be MSFT and Sony both shooting them selves in the foot. I have seen plenty of console sales based on the desire to play a game with a friend, child or family member and then the used title being purchased, because they are a casual gamer and aren't interested in the latest / greatest. If that option weren't available, I doubt many of these people would opt into the purchase at all.
I mix my purchases between new and pre-owned depending on my level of interest in a game. I think it would be much more prudent to continue with an Online pass model or move to a Single Player and Multiplayer Experience being a separate purchase. I understand the cost of new games being what it is, but when I look at the quality and length of the experience there are some great games that the Campaign or Single Player wouldn't stack up by itself at that price.
I for one would sit this round out if I weren't able to purchase pre-owned or rent games, it is crazy to expect that a customer would be willing to pay full price for a title they weren't sure they would like and not be able to demo it first. I think this will drop a lot of casual players and family out of the market, and then push the console even more as a competitor for consoles and hardcore gamers will more than likely move to where they can get the best all around experience (most likely the PC market).
 
For me, "anti-used game protection" means their unit can sit on the shelf at the store, I will not buy it.
 
Nope. Just experienced arguing with forum trolls.

Keep telling yourself that.

Well, it's two things really. First, most of the console crowd is somehow under the impression that they own all of the software on a disc when they purchase a game (and therefore the right to resell and distribute it). The licensing practices that have been a part of the software industry since its inception escape most console gamers, so they fuss when companys start exercising the legal disclaimers that precede every title screen.

Um, because that's how it's always been. You're talking like selling and buying used console games is already a thing of the past... and it's not.

Second, the ability to resell/distribute games is a major perk of consoles. When you eliminate that from the equation you create a lot of problems: people can no longer share games with friends, you can no longer buy at wholesale, rentals become complicated, and so on. More importantly, when your console bricks you get hit with a one-two punch if you have a large library. In essence, it's a big issue because restricting used games eliminates most of the advantages of console gaming. It creates red tape and door charges where currently there aren't any.

You should change your name to captain obvious.
 
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