“...why are so many happy to pay into this system that more or less plays us for suckers?”

As always early adopters in this newest generation are pretty unhappy with the state of things. No launch software of note, high prices and broken units are the pretty standard complaints that swirl around the internet for the opening weeks and months. The recent downward trend in console and handheld sales has left room open for aggressive and early price cuts (see the 3DS) compared to past generations. The fact that Microsoft is dropping their UK prices permanently this early on has riled a few feathers of the early adoption crowd. While I can sympathize with feeling a bit bummed about missing out on some savings potential, this move is pretty smart on Microsoft's part. Titanfall is clearly going to be a system seller and the Xbox One's price is a roadblock to sales parity with the PS4. Microsoft is clearly willing to swallow the losses here to build their install base.

On a side note, since his move from the now defunct PA Report, Ben has been writing what seems to be an essay a day. A good hire by Polygon.