Missing Inaction
Personally, one of the most disappointing aspects of E3 2005 was the lack of PSP software on the show floor; notice that I didn't say "interesting software" or "innovative software" or "puppy-raising simulation software." Because above all else, it is simply the absolute lack of software for the platform that I find disturbing.

Daydreaming about the future possibilites that the platform will allow is not even necessary; the revolutionary gameplay experiences that the platform and it's innards allow have been available since the moment the unit hit retail shelves in the States. Case in point: Matt's Star Wars review -- it has almost nothing to do with the film, I assure you.

MATT + PSP = BLISS

Downloadable content and network play are already a reality. And while online play isn't currently available in a tremendous assortment of titles, it still exists. Right now. On the PSP. I'm not asking for Soul Calibur III, Quake PSP or a fancy new online MMO to hit tomorrow. But I would've liked some indication that interesting, innovative software is in the works. I know it is, it just would've been nice to see it.

I never thought the DS would have a more impressive showing this year than Sony's little handheld beast, but that's exactly what happened. I'll take Nintendogs, Animal Crossing, and Electroplankton over Burnout any day of the week.

Posted by ryan at May 25, 2005 10:16 AM