The "it's designed primarily as a DVR" crowd are going to look really dumb. Or rather, they would, if the internet had any sort of memory for stupid things people say and stupid assumptions they make before consoles launch. Which it really doesn't.
I don't think they are wrong with being concerned especially if they are core gamers who dont care for fluff. Fluff is OK and its great sometimes but that fluff means you spread your resources thinner over the broader range. Some people who are just concerned with gaming believe that resources are being drawn away from that aspect and pooled for the whole. Its a legitimate concern. The "jack of all trades" isnt often the best approach and often leaves much to be desired in multiple areas.
I personally dont think it will be an issue for Durango - I think it will be a very nice device on the gaming front but I do think Sony has been setting themselves up during this gen for the upcoming gen, from a gaming perspective.
People see how much Sony has put into buying studios and launching new IPs and gearing up for next gen vs MS who seems more focused on delivering an everything box - die-hard XBOX fans might be concerned.
Again - that's not how I see it but I keep an open mind. I think MS will do fine this gen in the gaming dept.
At least I think that's how some people are seeing it... I could be wrong and they could really just be stupid/trolling.
/shrug