Xbox 360 Games

The Xbox 360 is a rage amongst video game fans. This console has found great popularity amongst people of all ages. Microsoft has created this console in cooperation with other technological giants like SiS, IBM and ATI. Available in three variations of Elite, Arcade and Premium, Xbox 360 was launched on May 12, 2005. The console offers several wonderful games. This article will talk bout few of the most popular Xbox 360 games.

 

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion was one of the most awaited games because of its size and mind boggling graphics. A RPG game it is immensely enjoyed and appreciated. Assassin’s Creed is one of the best games of Xbox console. It boasts of a huge fan following and its graphics are second to none. Bioshock is nothing but one great game because of the fact that it is suitable for any platform including Xbox, PC or PlayStation. The graphics and sound quality of the game coupled with story line has proved to be hugely successful.

 

Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is all about modern warfare and not about world war techniques. It can be played by both single player or multiplayer and offers very attractive graphics and story line. Halo 3 is considered as best Halo game released ever. Its known features are beautiful graphics and stylish presentation. Fight Night Round 3 surpasses its entire previous edition in the genre of boxing games. It is definitely one of the best sports games. Finally, Gears of War that was one of the best games 2006.

Xbox 360 and Final Choice

Xbox 360 is one name that stands on top of the priority list of video games consoles. It is credited to be the first next-generation console which was launched. It has the most developed games at its disposal. To the delight of users and to satiate their different tastes, Xbox 360 is available in three variants of Elite, Premium in the mid range and Core for budget users. Xbox Elite has a humungous 120 GB HDD and it comes up with bundled wireless controller. Xbox Premium boasts of an integrated 20 GB hard disk. Users can also have several bundled accessories with it including, Ethernet cable for online games, headset and HD AV cable. One can connect to a high definition TV with the help of HD cable. The budget Xbox also known as The Core is a simple one with no hard disk or memory card. That means, users will have to spend extra on these things.

 

Our previous article talked about PlayStation and Wii. Together with Xbox, these two occupy the topmost positions in the console market. Now the users have to choose from these three. If one is going for budget, then Wii fits the bill followed by Xbox and PlayStation. But if one is looking for largest variety of games then go no further than Xbox 360. But different users have different tastes so those who look for creative games should go for Wii whereas PlayStation will be offering you most wonderful visual games in coming times. Also watch out for bundled accessories and games.

Video Console Players

There are several good video consoles available in market. Almost all of them have a niche segment. One feature common among new generation of PlayStations is they can be adjusted vertically or horizontally depending upon the space constraints. The major players in current time are; Sony’s PlayStation 3, Microsoft’s Xbox 360 and Wii from Nintendo.

 

The name Sony signifies class and quality and going by its standards, PlayStation also has always been a trend-setter. It possesses innovative Cell broadband engine which has wonderful processing capabilities. The storage space is also impressive with two options of 60 GB and 80 GB. Another attractive feature of PlayStation is its new technology Blue Ray Discs which is slowly replacing HD DVD.

 

Other appealing features are good compatibility with other Sony peripherals and Sixaxis wireless controller. The controller comes bundled with the PlayStation 3. The controller has this in-built motion sensing system which is easily changeable between wireless mode to wired mode. This is especially useful in demanding game session. The PlayStation also has memory stick reader which is able to read almost all regular formats of memory sticks including Compact Flash and SD.

 

The Nintendo Wii is not that big name when compared to Sony and Microsoft but because of its attractive features it stands on its own in the highly competitive video console market. It will offer you quality game play and also realistic graphics. It uses fundamentals of motion sensitivity which helps players in interacting with the game universe. It has two controllers Nunchuk and Wii remote and because of them, the game becomes much more interesting to play.

Introducing Video Game Console

 

Many people, especially youngsters are hooked to video games. Not only children but even adult people love playing video games. For those game freaks, many video consoles are available in the market. Most of these consoles can be connected to televisions and all you need to it to just start using next generation gaming consoles. Whenever we think of video games consoles, names like PlayStation and Xbox etc start roaming in our mind. If a child insists on having one of these, parents often wonder what’s so delightful about playing video games and that too with such huge investment.  

 

Playing games on computer and playing games on gaming console are two entirely different experiences. Computer can not support all types of games because now a days most of the popular games demand new addition in your computer system including, advanced video graphics, increased RAM and latest processor. Upgrading your system is one thing and using gaming console is entirely different thing. First, one needs to find out how deeply he is into games. Secondly, knowing the fact that, video games console often have steel price tags attached to them.

 

One can test the waters by initially going for portable gaming system such as the PlayStation Portable (PSP). It’s relatively low cost and it does have the ability of satiating your gaming fantasies. Once, one starts using it, he can gauge his true interest in consoles. If the interest subsides after few days, one can better stick to it or the old PC but if he is completely hooked to it then buying a gaming console is much better option. A new gaming console will also provide you with extra benefits like MP3 player, watching high definition videos or even storing photographs from new generation cameras. So two in one purpose! Play games as well as use it as a media centre.  

PlayStation2

PlayStation boasts of a huge fan following across the world. Since the day of is launch it has kept mesmerizing people especially kids. So what is a playstation? It’s primarily a video game console. It was launched by technological giant Sony. PlayStation’s huge success was followed by PlayStation 2 which is Sony’s second video game console. The process of creating this wonder was started way back in 1999 and finally the gizmo was launched in March 2000. Initially it was launched in Japan.  The basic functions and designs of this popular gizmo is quite similar to the original version, however many new features have been added in PlayStation2. Its popularity was such that demand far outshone the supply. People flocked to retail shops to have a dekko at it and bought it like anything. PlayStation2 (PS2) boasts of an amazing 1400 games to choose from.

 

PS original can be upgraded to PS2. This way, they can access older games as well as new games. This particular fact was the single biggest reason behind its huge sales. PS2 was also technologically enhanced and could speed up the games and also could improve graphics. PS2 is built in Ethernet. It gives you a real feel of playing games. While playing online, one can always find many users to play with online. PS2 is equally effective in reading CD and DVDs. One more attractive feature of PS2 was it could play DVD movies as well. It also supports HDD and memory cards.

 

Other features are; Dolby Digital AC-3, 3D graphics, acurate physical stimulations etc. it has sold millions of units worldwide since its release. PS2 also has an upper hand over its competitors Microsoft Xbox and Nintendo GameCube.