Hi Bob, I'd say that you are entirely correct. When PC gaming works, it'll be a better and more addicting experience than a console. But that's not really a good thing unless you are a hardcore gamer. I like stuff in moderation, a console is great for that. And you gotta admit that nothing beats sitting around on a couch with a few friends playing a split screen game. It's a real fun and social experience, I've had plenty of good memories.
I think PC gaming is indeed going down. I grew up solely on the PC, so the nostalgic aspect has been my main problem with switching to consoles. But at the same time I also grew up playing Nintendo with others, so it really isn't that foreign.
There's something really elegant about a console and the way it just works that I like about it. Kind of like vinyl records.