November 11, 2010
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 The top selling video game consoles currently on the
market are
Playstation 3, XBox 360, and Nintendo Wii. These are known as seventh
generation systems. Each video game console has its own set of unique
features and capabilities. Buying the right one depends primarily on
your play style and the type of games you enjoy.
Let’s Breakdown Each System
Sony's
Playstation 3
Each PS3 system comes equipped with a hard drive that, as stated
previously, plays blu-ray discs in addition to a wide variety of video
games. The video game console has tilt sensing capabilities and
connects to Bluetooth for easy communication during multi-player video
games. It plays games such as: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Final
Fantasy XII, Gran Turismo 5, and family friendly video games like Lego
Rockband and Disney Sing It.
There are currently five versions of Playstation 3. The 20 and 60 GB
HDD versions can only be purchased used, as they were discontinued in
North America and Japan in 2006. There are also the 40 and 80 GB HDD
versions that can only be purchased new in some territories outside of
North America. Currently available in the Unites States are the 120 and
160 GB HDD video game consoles. The 120 GB HDD is available in a
slim version.
XBox
360
Made by Microsoft, the Xbox Live service allows users to connect to the
internet via a built-in ethernet port or a wireless accessory. Games
for XBox 360 include Halo: Reach, Spiderman: Shattered Dimensions, Tom
Clancy's HAWX 2, and family friendly video games like Cars, Star Wars,
and Ratatouille.
There are two versions of XBox 360 Aracade and XBox 360 Elite. The
difference is that the Elite has a 250 GB HDD, the other has no HDD.
Older used versions of the Elite system have a 120 GB HDD.
Wii
Wii is made by Nintendo. This video game console, unlike other seventh
generation systems doesn’t have a hard drive. In its place is a 512 MB
Internal Flash memory that supports a removable SD Card. One of the
most unique features of the Wii is the Wii Remote. The remote connects
to a sensor bar that detects the user's movements when the remote is
held.
The Wii
is capable of playing Nintendo GameCube games and supports up to four
GameCube controllers. It includes a virtual console that allows video
games to be downloaded and purchased through the Internet.
Games for the Wii include classic SuperMario Brothers, Just Dance, Wii
Resort and Wii Fit. Many families and schools have turned to the Wii
for their every-day fitness routine because of the number of games that
keep the body moving. Video games aren't always known for their ability
to help the player become physically fit. The Nintendo Wii has shined
an entirely new light on an activity that was previously only enjoyed
by couch potatoes.
Top 5 Games and Extras for Each Video
Game Console
You need to know what games are available for each system in order to
make the purchase that best suits your play style. Sometimes just
knowing the type of games that are available makes the big decision
much less complicated. GameStop is a good place for buying games.
Playstation 3
Games: Final Fantasy XIII, God of War 3, Heavy Rain, 3D Dot Game
Heroes, and The Last Guardian
Extras: DualShock 3 PS3 Controller, Bluetooth Wireless Keypad, Move Gun
Attachment, SingStar Wireless Microphone, Eye Camera with EyeCreate
XBox 360
Games: Halo: Combat Evolved, Knights of the Old Republic, Ninja Gaiden,
Project Gotham Racing 2, and NBA Street Vol. 2
Extras: Wireless Wheel with Force Feedback, Turtle Beach Ear Force X3
Wireless Headphones, Live Vision Camera, Hori Fighting Stick EX2, Nyko
Multi Card Reader and Hub,
HD DVD Drive
Wii
Games: Super Mario Galaxy, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Resident Evil 4,
Lego Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures, and Mario Kart Wii with
Wii Wheel
Extras: Sports Pack, Steering Wheel, Classic GameCube Controllers,
Balance Board, Recharging Unit for Remotes
Enhance Your Gaming Experience
Many extras are available for purchase with whatever console fits your
taste. It all depends on what games you like and your price range. New
consoles can cost over $300, while you can get a used video game system
online for around $90.
Sony's Playstation 3 was the first console to support the playing of
blu-ray discs, while Microsoft's XBox 360 supported high definition
DVDs; but no blu-ray. Nintendo's Wii utilizes the newest form of motion
input tracking to allow the player a full range of motion. All three of
these consoles support the use of wireless controllers.
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