We’re just a few days away from the long-awaited Xbox reveal event (set for May 21st) and we can barely control our excitement. Like we did for PlayStation 4, GameSkinny will be reporting live with play-by-plays of the Xbox event next week.
In the meantime, let’s jump into this week’s #TheSkinny, beginning with some words from our very own Vice President…
Joe Biden Causes Mixed Emotions Amongst Gamers
Vice President Joe Biden caused an uproar when he was quoted saying there was “no restriction on the ability to do that” and “there’s no legal reason why they couldn’t [tax violent images],” regarding taxing violent games and media.
Just the idea of a tax on violent video games sparked debate amongst gamers around the country, including some GameSkinny contributors. Read their thoughts below and tell us your own in the comment section:
- Joe Biden Looking to Create Tax on Violent Video Games
- Biden: No Legal Reason Violent Games Couldn’t Be Taxed
- 5 Reasons Violent Video Games Are Not the Problem
- “Violent” Video Games, Politics, and Nerd Rage. (Or : “Stop Wasting Your Breath”)
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#XboxReveal – Any Last Minute Predictions, Hopes & Dreams?
Like we said before, it’s hard not to be excited for next week’s Xbox reveal. How will the new Xbox stack up to the PS4? Which next-gen console will lead 2013? We took it to Twitter to hear your last-minute predictions, hopes and dreams for the new Xbox:
@gameskinny I hope it’s affordable. And avoids the no good game problem all new consoles start with.
— Greg Magee (@Coatedpolecat) May 16, 2013
Hope we will find out we don’t have to deal with always-on-connectivity at #xboxreveal @xbox
— Blake Freeman (@bfreeman85) May 15, 2013
By the way, if Microsoft does not address “always on” at May 21 Xbox reveal, I will be ignoring all future tweets/email about this topic 🙂
— Paul Thurrott (@thurrott) April 27, 2013
This reveal will be the deciding factor whether i’ll be buying a PS4 or the new Xbox. Heavily leaning PS4 and keeping my 360. #XboxReveal
— MistaViska (@MistaViska) May 17, 2013
Check back next week for another weekly roundup. Think we missed something? We’re always looking for #TheSkinny. Join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook or in the comment section! And don’t forget to apply to the Dragon’s Prophet Correspondent contest!
