(ok I'm a game reviewer but still) this research ignores the fact that games are the only cultural industry where critical acclaim corresponds with commercial success: uncharted 2 being a great recent example. Now compare with what music or films make the most money; ergo games reviews are very important!!!

Thanks Edge for summing up so brilliantly the sheer genius of this game. Given we all put up with huge phone bills, slow connections and typing out sentences with the on-screen keyboard, there had to be something magical about it. & that was the camaraderie of hooking up with a high-level robot who would help you through the hardest sections and give you some goodies... just because he enjoyed being generous. The next day his wife would take his place, explaining the couple took their turns every night. I even nearly met them! Pure gaming joy, unrivalled by anything since; not Monster Hunter & definitely not WoW. Thanks Sega!