Is it weird that Carmack's quote is the exact reason why I AM excited about next gen? The dude's a genius, but his advancements are made in more niche areas now and he hasn't made a relevant licensed engine since Quake 3 (idTech whatever).
This gen's Carmack + Balmer : MEGATEXTURES MEGATEXTUES MEGATEXTURES
Next gen's Carmack + Balmer : GOGGLES GOGGLES GOGGLES
This gen's Carmack + Balmer : MEGATEXTURES MEGATEXTUES MEGATEXTURES
Next gen's Carmack + Balmer : GOGGLES GOGGLES GOGGLES