Yep, not only are they allowing the creation of Avatars (see Miis), but they're FORCING you to switch from the blade style dashboard to one focused on Channels (see Wii Channels). Also it is rumored there will be a web browser..
Now I can understand implementing Avatars, I mean, when someone creates a new device that is well received by the community, it is expected that others would have to fall in line. I mean, Internet play was something the original Xbox capitalized on, and now every system has the ability to play online. Even handheld devices!
So really, I think Avatars are here to stay.. it makes it a little easier for developers too, because they don't have to create 50 generic characters, just let the customers Avatars or Miis fill up the generic spots.
but a channel system? that's crazy. I like the blade style, it's unique, and it's convienent. Instead of having to press a button to get to the place you want to be, just use the stick, left or right!
The Wii Channel system is a little.. uh.. hands on? I mean, you have to organize your own 'features' as it is, with the channels. Another thing I really like about the Blades, is that it's really a lot more colorful than what they're advertising, also when compared to the PS3 XMB and the Wii Channel layout, the Blade system is severely more colorful.
now I know what you're thinking when you look at that screen shot, you're like 'well it's not completely uncolorful, there's quite a bit of color there.'
now if you look at what the original blade style them looked like, you'll agree there is significantly less color.
I don't know about you folks, but I know that there was a great deal of originality in the original setup, and now what are we reduced to? I know Microsoft is king of ripping people off, but.. they were doing so well with what they had..
Anyway, to wrap this up, I'm really angry that this is a forced update. I really wish that we could keep the blade system if we so chose.
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