
Before you jump to conclusions here let’s get one thing straight. The PS3 version of the game is the superior version. The Xbox 360 version had to be reduced to 576p and spans 3 discs, while the PS3 version runs in native 720p uncompressed. The difference is noticeable but it doesn’t matter and here’s why. Even if reviewers gave this game a 5 out of 10, it would be one of the biggest games of the year. This franchise has a huge following and Microsoft of course knows that.
So then how did Microsoft win? FF XIII was all set to be a PS3 system seller before it was available for the 360. People may still buy a PS3 for this game, but now that audience has been scaled down. People that are looking to upgrade their PS2, or non 360 owners are now the only real people that buy a PS3 for this game. Most 360 owners will be satisfied with their version of this game and not spend the extra money for a new console. In the end that is a huge blow for Sony. Luckily for them, God Of War III comes out in a few weeks, and that will sell systems.


