PC gaming wouldn't be dying if Intel pull the finger out and produce onboard graphics that are half decent. If 2/3 (or whatever) of the computers sold can't even cope with anything beyond 2D, there isn't much hope is there?

I still think 'indie' games such as Mount and Blade or Galactic whatever are going to be around more in future. Compare M&B to most 'professional' games; it looks as good as ones several years old and plays better than most modern ones.