From what I can see, your disappointment is your own fault and not Microsoft's. How the hell else did you expect a wireless controller to work without batteries? Even when you learn that there's the corded option (which you said you wanted) you just bitch. As far as "how can you sell a system without a hard drive?" Ask Sony. Seriously, this is a way to get the system into people's hands quicker and cheaper at $300 instead of $400. You can buy a hard drive later and just slide it in. I see nothing wrong with the 360. It looks kick ass, and I can't wait to get it. And in case you missed it, Microsoft is offering two versions of X-Box Live. A free version and the pay version that gives you more options.

whomod said: I generally don't like it when people decide to play by the rules against people who don't play by the rules.
It tends to put you immediately at a disadvantage and IMO is a sign of true weakness.
This is true both in politics and on the internet."

Our Friendly Neighborhood Ray-man said: "no, the doctor's right. besides, he has seniority."