Buying a console AND maintaining a PC is more cost effective than just having an up to date PC? :roll:
Consoles do not save you from upgrading, you still have to buy a totally new system every 4-5 years or so to play the newest games. With PC's, you can change out parts one by one as is...
It's reached the point where consoles are basically PC's with less functionality.
"Computers are hard! Just gimmie a game box..."
Edit: Have to agree with garlic. I own a wii simply because I'm a long time Nintendo fan, and their console is only one that offers a unique gaming experience.