Where's my Katamari?

In the past, Playstation has always been able to boast about its lead in the gaming industry. As I stated around the time of the release of the PS3, what makes Playstation a force to be reckoned with has been its games and its exclusives -- the ability to attract only the best of games.

The Playstation 3 will be nearing its one year anniversary by the end of 2007, but things have not changed much. Players are still left yearning for kick-ass games, and with the most prestigious titles either carrying a 2008, 2009, or TBA date, the situation has not progressed. What's worse, Playstation is losing its edge in their run for exclusives. Nevermind that games such as "Resident Evil" and such come available on every console. But when games are available only to non-Playstation consoles, it's a pretty good indication of their winding streak.

I could deal with the fact that "Blue Dragon" wasn't going to be on the PS3, PS2, or PSP. Though I was looking forward to it. But to deal with the fact that "Beautiful Katamari" has turned into an XBox 360 exclusive, was asking for too much. If you've been diligently waiting for a concrete release date for the PS3 version, you will notice that it has been cancelled in both Japan and the U.S. All the while, October will see the release of "Beautiful Katamari" only on the Xbox. Way to go Sony!

I've always been a faithful fan of Sony, but is it time to move on? I hope not. But this mediocrity has got to stop at some point. I only hope it happens sooner rather than later. Come on 2008, don't disappoint!