Had one at work for a week or so. Them into that kind of thing think its great, and are all planning to buy one. Had a quick go on a couple of the basic games, which seem fun. The controller takes some getting used to, but I can see it been great post pub entertainment. It depends what kind of thing you are into. Its not all singing all dancing graphics, its about gameplay, and being summat different. Its definately completely different to the xbox360 and ps3, and much cheaper. But I think you are struggling to get your hands on one from normal shops until after xmas.