How come the DS beat the PSP?

Why do you guys think it is that Nintendo's DS beat Sony's PSP? According to most review sites, the averages (in terms of games scores) are actually higher on the PSP. Did Sony go wrong with the PSP, or did Nintendo just do too many things right?

It's not like PSP doesn't have any games worth playing, so how come the DS beat the PSP? Do you think of the PSP as a failure, or did Sony's entry into the handheld market set them up well for the future? Will the next handheld battle be closer, or will Nintendo dominate once again?

What do you guys think?

Pokemans.

Thats why.

Because Sony tried challenging the gaming handheld emperor with a portable multimedia device that also played games.foxhound_fox

I think thats the reason. It was advertised to much as a multimedia device rather than a handheld that plays games. Also its more expensive.

[QUOTE="foxhound_fox"]Because Sony tried challenging the gaming handheld emperor with a portable multimedia device that also played games.Drizzt13

I think thats the reason. It was advertised to much as a multimedia device rather than a handheld that plays games. Also its more expensive.

Gamerankings disagrees. :D

Oh yeah and Pokemon.

It beat the PSP in sales, but I love the PSP's library more than the DS's.

Games I'm Liking on PSP:

Metal gear: PO

Crush

Street FIghter Alpha 3 MAX

Castlevania Dracula X Chronicles

Final Fantasy Crisis Core

God of War Chains of Olympus

Silent Hill: Origins

Games I'm liking on the DS:

Yoshi's Island

Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass

It just fits my taste better

If you look at exclusives, the DS has the better library. Exclusive titles are the ones that drive sales.

PSP:2 AAAe titles and 19 AAe (not counting Tekken DR because of the PS3 version)

DS:5 AAAe titles and 23 AAe (counting Nintendogs as one game and Pokemon as one game)

But the DS beat the PSP for a variety of reasons. The mass-market games, the price, backwards compatibility, Nintendo's handheld reputation, the touch screen, and the more diverse library were contributing factors.

But it's more what Sony did wrong than what Nintendo did right. Marketing it as a multimedia device has devastated software sales. The battery life and load times have been bad. The system is very expensive and not at all ergonomic.

All criticism aside, the PSP is still a wonderful system and I will be purchasing the redesigned version.

The DS is cheaper, Backwards compatible, innovative features, more games (quantity), casuals/non gamers love it. Thats why._S0LID_SNAKE_

You're right on the money.:D

The DS is cheaper, Backwards compatible, innovative features, more games (quantity), casuals/non gamers love it. Thats why._S0LID_SNAKE_

PSP is Sony's first handheld.

The DS is cheaper, Backwards compatible, innovative features, more games (quantity), casuals/non gamers love it. Thats why._S0LID_SNAKE_

Exactly.The psp had too many games that I could play in some form or other on my PS2.With the DS I got somethimg a little different from what I could play on the home consoles,and other people obviously like that to.

One word.

Pokemon.

[QUOTE="_S0LID_SNAKE_"]The DS is cheaper, Backwards compatible, innovative features, more games (quantity), casuals/non gamers love it. Thats why.-Karmum-

PSP is Sony's first handheld.

What does that have anything to do with ds being backwards compatible? :|

Last time I checked on GameRankings:

DS: 3 AAAs, 29 AAs

PSP: 1 AAA, 32 AAs

[QUOTE="_S0LID_SNAKE_"]The DS is cheaper, Backwards compatible, innovative features, more games (quantity), casuals/non gamers love it. Thats why.-Karmum-

PSP is Sony's first handheld.

Nintendo swam for open waters. Blue ocean waters. ;)

PSP sells to the hardcore. DS sells to everyone.

My opinion is that the DS won because Nintendo already had a great history with Handheld devices on the Other hand Sony was completely new to it (unless you count the play station pocket a handheld) I own a PSP and a DS and prefer my PSP.

So guys, will the next handheld battle be closer, or will Nintendo dominate once again?

But the DS beat the PSP for a variety of reasons. The mass-market games, the price Nintendo's handheld reputation, the touch screen, and the more diverse library were contributing factors.

SmashBrosLegend

I think Nintendo's handheld reputation is the biggest factor out of those. When I bought my DS I knew about how good the GBC and GBA were, and I expected the same amount of fun from the DS (and I wasn't disappointed).

Nintendogs/Brain Training/Pokemon are the reasons it's more than doubled PSPs total sales though.

Because reviews determine nothing.

I'm sorry but how Madden and Need for Speed make AA and Phoenix Wright: Justice for All and Final Fantasy III doesn't is beyond me.

No, I seriously think it's because of Pokemon.

No, I seriously think it's because of Pokemon.

Eponique

So guys, will the next handheld battle be closer, or will Nintendo dominate once again?

[QUOTE="SmashBrosLegend"]

But the DS beat the PSP for a variety of reasons. The mass-market games, the price Nintendo's handheld reputation, the touch screen, and the more diverse library were contributing factors.

the-very-best

I think Nintendo's handheld reputation is the biggest factor out of those. When I bought my DS I knew about how good the GBC and GBA were, and I expected the same amount of fun from the DS (and I wasn't disappointed).

Nintendogs/Brain Training/Pokemon are the reasons it's more than doubled PSPs total sales though.

Don't forget New Super Mario Bros (10 million sold), Animal Crossing (8 million sold), Mario Kart (8 million sold) and Super Mario 64 DS (5 million sold).

Because reviews determine nothing.

I'm sorry but how Madden and The Warriors make AA and Phoenix Wright and Final Fantasy III doesn't is beyond me.

Dencore

Phoenix Wright didn't even get AA?:shock::cry: If Thats true then thats worse than PDZ getting AAA.

[QUOTE="-Karmum-"]

[QUOTE="_S0LID_SNAKE_"]The DS is cheaper, Backwards compatible, innovative features, more games (quantity), casuals/non gamers love it. Thats why._S0LID_SNAKE_

PSP is Sony's first handheld.

So guys, will the next handheld battle be closer, or will Nintendo dominate once again?

[QUOTE="SmashBrosLegend"]

But the DS beat the PSP for a variety of reasons. The mass-market games, the price Nintendo's handheld reputation, the touch screen, and the more diverse library were contributing factors.

the-very-best

I think Nintendo's handheld reputation is the biggest factor out of those. When I bought my DS I knew about how good the GBC and GBA were, and I expected the same amount of fun from the DS (and I wasn't disappointed).

Nintendogs/Brain Training/Pokemon are the reasons it's more than doubled PSPs total sales though.

I'm thinking maybe Sony will learn from their mistakes and make a handheld that can overtake nintendo's next one. But hey it's just all speculation. Nintendo seems to be on a roll now with every new handheld/console they make so they have a big chance at dominating again.

My opinion is that the DS won because Nintendo already had a great history with Handheld devices on the Other hand Sony was completely new to it (unless you count the play station pocket a handheld) I own a PSP and a DS and prefer my PSP.

Shugo129

I'm thinking maybe Sony will learn from their mistakes and make a handheld that can overtake nintendo's next one. But hey it's just all speculation. Nintendo seems to be on a roll now with every new handheld/console they make so they have a big chance at dominating again.

SaintBlaze

I think Sony will go for the creative/good value for money route, just like Nintendo did with their DS. It's going to be really interesting to see what happens, but I still think Nintendo will come off the victor.

It's gonna be closer though, I think Sony will learn from their mistakes.

So guys, will the next handheld battle be closer, or will Nintendo dominate once again?the-very-best

Last time I checked on GameRankings:

DS: 3 AAAs, 29 AAs

PSP: 1 AAA, 32 AAs

Eponique

Now it's.

DS: 3 AAA's, 31 AA's

PSP: 1 AAA, 37 AA's

With an exception of Gamespy, Gamespot is literally the ONLY site where the amount of "quality" titles differ so much.

For me, it's because of the games. The PSP doesn't have enough of them to justify purchasing one and there are definitely problems with the loading. Zhengi

The PSP is literally the only game system I've ever consider selling.

So guys, will the next handheld battle be closer, or will Nintendo dominate once again?

the-very-best

Not a chance, the PSP will have a hard time looking for support.

Just look at the software sales between the two.

Japan

21,879,340

3,053,193

America

[QUOTE="the-very-best"]So guys, will the next handheld battle be closer, or will Nintendo dominate once again?foxhound_fox

lol, so true. But I dunno, don't you think they won't make another multimedia device? I mean, it failed to beat Nintendo and I assume that's what they wanted. I think they'll go with the "creative games" route, like the DS did.

[QUOTE="_S0LID_SNAKE_"]The DS is cheaper, Backwards compatible, innovative features, more games (quantity), casuals/non gamers love it. Thats why.stvee101

Exactly.The psp had too many games that I could play in some form or other on my PS2.With the DS I got somethimg a little different from what I could play on the home consoles,and other people obviously like that to.

That's the reason I ended up buying a DS or a PSP!

The DS is winning because of it's unique gameplay, cheap price, first party games, and great library. The PSP isn't winning because it doesn't have a cheap price, and the gameplay isn't controlled differently. You have to admit though the PSP is a worthy handheld, and at 20 million that's not considered a failure for starting in the beginning.

I have a DS, and am thinking of getting a PSP when they release the new model because I love God Of War. I wish they had more exclusives though. I really don't get into handhelds though, I had a DS since launch and only got 6 games.

lol, so true. But I dunno, don't you think they won't make another multimedia device? I mean, it failed to beat Nintendo and I assume that's what they wanted. I think they'll go with the "creative games" route, like the DS did.the-very-best

I myself don't think Sony should even try. They should try and do what Nintendo isn't doing... and that is offering a portable multimedia device that plays games. I know I want a PSP now because I want to play quite a few PSP games and also want something to store music so I can listen to it on the go (but that's still a while off).

What they should do is offer something that costs less than the current PSP. They should try and start out with a decidedly low price point. One that can appeal to more people. $150 seems very right. If Sony wants to be successful, they need to make their own market... because Nintendo pretty much has the entire handheld gaming one on lockdown... and has for a long time.foxhound_fox

Yep, that's what I mean. Go the DS route, ie, a cheaper price/creative games. I think they're going to have something like the touch screen or the wiiremote (ie, something unique) and I think Nintendo will as well.

So that's why I think the next battle should be interesting. I doubt Sony will do another multimedia device.

The DS is cheaper, Backwards compatible, innovative features, more games (quantity), casuals/non gamers love it. Thats why._S0LID_SNAKE_

That describes it very well. Those are basically the same reasons that the wii is ahead. Personally, I'm more impressed by the PSP.

Pokemans.

Thats why.

Shinobishyguy

lol.

Random parent at shop:

Father:-Please give me that last portable console for my 12 year old kid.

Vendor:-Sure thing, here's your DS.

That's why.