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Technology Showdown: Sony’s Move vs. Microsoft’s Kinect vs. Wii

Jeremy — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:51:31 +0000

E3 is back in a big way, and this year was the battle of the motion controllers and 3D tech. While Nintendo® was the first to prove that motion technology was viable to gaming with the release of the Wii™, Microsoft® and Sony® are attempting to raise the bar with their own versions of motion control...but have they succeeded? The answer is yes and no. We'll break down both technologies and point out advantages and disadvantages versus the Wiimote™.
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E3 ‘09 Sony Reveals EyeToy-based Motion Controller

Jeremy — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:11:05 +0000

Well it looks like we’re two-for-two this year, as Sony enveils it”s own version of motion-controlled gaming to compete with Microsoft’s technology. Their version, which went unnamed, uses a handle with a glowing ball on the end of it which their EyeToy-like camera can see in real time. Every motion of the controller is seen [...]
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E3 ’09 to Bring Motion Controls to the Xbox 360 and PS3 At Last? No, really!

Jeremy — Fri, 29 May 2009 19:37:52 +0000

E3 is here again! The excitement as usual is unbearable, what-oh-what will be revealed this year. We find it interesting that so little is known about any big announcements expected this year from anyone. Does this mean that there will be surprises of a major scale from all parties? A new Mario from Nintendo perhaps? Let's revisit a rumor that we have been following closely for quite some time now that just doesn't go away...motion controlled gameplay on true next-gen consoles! The month of May has been blowing up with new information that leads us to believe (yet again) that it will finally be revealed this year. Follow along to see what the buzz is all about.
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Sonic Ultimate Genesis Collection (PS3) Review

lisa — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 21:00:06 +0000

Remember the Sega Genesis? There were so many good games. Now you can relive 49 of them on Sonic’s Ultimate Genesis Collection for the Playstation 3, for the retail price of $29.95. Seriously, for 30 bucks you really can’t go wrong. Armando Rodriguez from 411Mania rated this game a 9 out of 10, and while [...]
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Video game classics still generate interest

lisa — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 20:23:23 +0000

From Taipei Times: The HD age dawned three years ago in the video game world and brought novel gaming concepts, breathtaking graphics and crystal clear sound. Video games had never seemed closer to reality. And then something happened: the technological prowess of the consoles was also harnessed to revive ancient classics of video gaming. That [...]
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Playstation Home Comes Home

lisa — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:28:21 +0000

Seemingly a game in itself, the Playstation Home brings a new level to the Playstation Network by creating a virtual environment for your virtual self. After many delays, Playstation 3 users can finally enjoy a social hub where they can dress up, hang out, play games, buy things, among other activities. So what exactly is [...]
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New Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix Trailer

lisa — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:37:12 +0000

Street Fighter 2 has never looked so sharp. To be released on the Playstation Network and the Xbox Live, this game will feature updated graphics, high definition detail, updated score and, get this, no more pixalations. Words simply can't convey the beauty of this upgrade so we have a comparison picture here to show you the upgrade in detail(blown up for emphasis):

Yes, we said high-definition and we weren't joking. The incredible detail put into this game is simply amazing.

Bionic Commando:Rearmed and Street Fighter Alpha now on the PSN

lisa — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 01:40:53 +0000

Craving a little Nintendo nostalgia? John D. from Playstation.Blog is pleased to announce that Bionic Commando is now available on the Playstation Network for only $9.95. Rearmed features updated graphics(as you may have noticed from the image to the left), new levels, and several other features. Special attention was made to retain the original Bionic Commando 2D side-scrolling feel, so old school gamers will love it as well. For original Playstation fans, Street Fighter Alpha is also now available in the PSN store for $5.99. The game is just a port, but that shouldn't stop you fighting-game lovers out there. See the full article here [Playstation.Blog]
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E3 ’08 Forgot The Next-Gen Motion Controllers

Jeremy — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:36:22 +0000

We were wrong. Despite the overwhelming evidence to the contrary, no new motion controllers were revealed for the Playstation 3 or Xbox 360 at this year's Electronics Entertainment Expo. But that doesn't mean one still isn't coming, or perhaps was actually supposed to be revealed at E3.
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E3 2008 Set To Bring Wii-like Gaming To Next-Gen Consoles

Jeremy — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:57:11 +0000

It's currently the worst-kept secret in the industry, motion controllers are headed to the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3. The fact that Nintendo is making a ton of cash from their waggle-controlled console hasn't gone unnoticed, and there's no way their competitors are going to sit idly by and not try to snatch up a piece of the pie. But how do we know it's coming for sure? The facts are overwhelming, read on...
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