Microsoft and Sony squandaring Tropheys and Achievements.

Does anyone else think that Microsoft and Sony could do more with their achievements and trophy's? If you could either spend points or have something set as an unlock for having a certain amount of points I really think that might motivate more people to purchase and rent more games to build up their gamer score. Themes, avatar clothing, MS store points, games, coins for the upcoming arcade... something. I know a lot of people like Jeff rent shit games just to get that perfect 1000/1000. That's not something I'd do. But if I could actually unlock something by having a certain amount of points I'd be more inclined to play more games.
 
Anyone else think this would be a good idea?

I'm pretty sure the avatar clothes are already happening. As for the rest, it would be nice. There are probably lots of complications when you start giving out ms points though which is basically real money.

For the most part, trophies are an excuse for me to keep playing a game. I never play a game strictly for trophies. It provides replay value and longevity. I think both MS and Sony have done fine with these.

" I'm pretty sure the avatar clothes are already happening. As for the rest, it would be nice. There are probably lots of complications when you start giving out ms points though which is basically real money. "

This point (or one similar in scope) was brought up on an episode of Kotaku Talk Radio, when Major Nelson was guesting. Surprisingly the answer he gave was something to the extent of "we're looking into it" Granted he probably said that just to appease the caller. but still it's somethin...

You do unlock stuff from ODST. You just have to activate Halo Waypoint first. I have some awesome ODST armor! 
 
But I agree. There needs to be more rewards and such based on achievements and trophies.

Intragame unlocks for a certain amount of points would be good yes.
 
Let's face it we live in the era of incentives but it has become relatively stale in that respect.

" For the most part, trophies are an excuse for me to keep playing a game. I never play a game strictly for trophies. It provides replay value and longevity. I think both MS and Sony have done fine with these. "