OnLive could kill Xbox 360, PS3 and future gaming consoles

On 03.26.09, In DS News, PC, PS3 News, PSP News, Wii News, Xbox 360 News, by Founder

Could OnLive kill gaming consoles like PS3 and Xbox 360?

Its a near fact, You don’t have to Buy a $700 console or a $199 console all you have to do is pick up a $20-80 ( probable cost ) OnLive console + controller and play games like Crysis, Battlefield Bad Company, Need For Speed Shift, DOOM 4, R(A)GE with the HIGHEST graphical settings with a cheap $200 laptop that has a Intel gpu in it which can’t even run Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell, If OnLive is all that it is hyped up to be, to let anyone, Anywhere with a High-speed internet connection play the latest games at the highest graphical setting with-out a decent GPU, than Microsoft, Sony, (and Nintendo?) have the fight of their life on their hands, Who needs a Overheating RROD Xbox 360 with a xbox live subscription or a YLOD PS3 with FW Issues and $65 games to play when you can Buy any game for the developed price and not the DVD-DL or BD Price and never have to install the game, or software patch or upgrade your pc to play the game or better yet rent a game and not have to send it to gamefly ? Oh and lets not forget with a service that doesn’t install the games main files on your pc you never have to worry about online cheating or those cheap aimboters.

How OnLive Works Diagram:

Powerful Gaming Made Easy

Connect to OnLive with your TV, PC or Mac and start a game
Your game runs in a state-of-the-art OnLive game server center
OnLive connects you to game servers through the Internet, instantly sending your controller actions upstream and the results back downstream at blinding fast speeds
Enjoy ultra high-performance gameplay on your TV or entry-level PC or Mac

FAQ:

What is the OnLive Game Service?

OnLive is Games on Demand. Play the hottest current titles instantly on your TV, PC or Mac through your broadband Internet connections. Access OnLive from your PC or Mac via a small browser plug-in, or from your TV via the OnLive MicroConsole™.
When will OnLive be available?

OnLive is currently in internal Beta, and we expect to have an external Beta to gamers around the US this summer. If you’d like to help Beta test, sign-up here. We plan to make OnLive available in Winter 2009.
Where will OnLive be available?

We’ll be launching across the continental US.
How much will this cost?

As we get closer to our launch we will be disclosing more details about pricing and availability.
What kind of Internet connection do I need to use the OnLive Service?

OnLive works over nearly any broadband connection (DSL, cable modem, fiber, or through the LAN at your college or office). For Standard-Definition TV resolution, OnLive needs a 1.5 Mbps connection. For HDTV resolution (720p60), OnLive needs 5 Mbps.
What do I need to play OnLive on my TV?

All you need is your TV, an OnLive MicroConsole and a couple of cables. Power up and play!
What if I want to play OnLive on my PC or Mac-what are the minimum specs?

Since the game is running in the OnLive data center, our system requirements are pretty low. All you need is a PC running a current version of Windows XP® or Vista®, or an Intel®-based Mac running a current version of OS X.
How long does it take to download a game?

Trust us, it’s really fast – it’s instant, unlike anything you’ve tried.
How do I patch or update my games?

OnLive games are patched and updated automatically for you in the OnLive data center. So, games start up the instant you click on them.
What is the difference between Onlive and other services delivering games via the network?

There isn’t anything like the OnLive system in terms of instant access to the latest games, a media-rich experience, ease of use, and ability to play on your TV, or entry-level PC, or Mac.
How long until the newest games are available OnLive?

OnLive works with its partners to deliver the newest titles as soon as they’re released. No waiting in lines, pre-ordering, or waiting on shipments. Just connect and play!
Can I try new games before buying?

Yes. You can play the latest and greatest demos, and even rent games to try them out. OnLive also lets you watch the top players as a way to discover new games and learn a few new tricks.
Are the games currently listed on your website the only games available?

These are just the games we are announcing right now and showing at the 2009 Game Developers Conference. We expect to have more titles available at launch.
Does OnLive support multiplayer?

Absolutely. Even beyond normal online multiplayer action, OnLive has many social features that make it a great place to watch your friends, join in, and record and share your highlights (or lowlights).