80′s Video Games Are Back (once again!)
Video games from the dreamy 1980′s are back courtesy a California company. This company sees profit in retro nostalgia rather than futuristic vision. Founded by Michael Ware, an ex Intel engineer, this business is internet based.
The project began 5 years back as a gift for his wife who just could not get over Pacman, and now has blossomed into a full time business which focusses on New age expressions of 1980′s video games.
The Christmas of Video Games
Once upon a time Christmas was about a hammer, tacks, Christmas trees and Santa Claus. Today Christmas is likely to see a video game console under the tree in the morning.
The Wall Street Journal reports that November saw a 62 percent increase in video game software sales. Gamers are really enjoying it this season.
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Brain Boosting Video Games
Toyota is developing games to stimulate and train the brains of old drivers. It is developing a car for the purpose of brain training. This is to avoid crashes by elderly drivers. This system is being developed in collaboration with the man who made Nintendo’s Brain Age hand held video games console.
According to this scientist – professor Ryuta Kawashima, the mental exercise in the game lead to better brain activity. These games have become very popular in Japan. Mathematics, reading and other tasks are used to test the age of the brain.
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Wii Shortage Addressed
If you have been out shopping for a Nintendo Wii, you know how difficult it is to find one. As soon as there is news of new shipments people camp in front of stores for them. On Friday, Reggie Fils-Aime, president and CEO, Nintendo of America addressed this issue in a telephone press conference.
Accoding to Fils-Aime so much demand for the Wii was not expected. Even though production has been almost doubled to 1.8 million from 1 million Wii’s every month, the Wii is not easily available. Fils-Aime denied allegations of Wii stockpiling.
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Sixty Percent of The US Play Videogames
According to NPD group, a research firm, video gamers constitute nearly two thirds of the US population. These games are played on consoles, PC’s, handhelds, kids systems, iPods and other devices. This survey was done on 5,000 online participants.
The average number of hours of play per week was about the same as it was last year for most people. 30 percent each said they played more than and less than last year. The majority of 40 percent said that they played the same amount as last year.
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Are Board/Party Games The Next Big Thing In Video Games?
Over the years different genres of games have excited gamers. The latest big hit has been Guitar Hero. After this genre’s success, analysts have given their opinions on which genre will be the next one to entertain gamers.
According to some analysts like Jesse Divnich the next big genre of games is board game types that will be big over the next few years. The Xbox 360 has seen the launch of Scene it. This is expected to have moderate success. In addition titles that promote learning which are very successful abroad are likely to have a great degree of success as well.
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Nintendo Wii Outsells XBox 360 and Sony PS3 in 2007
The Japanese company Nintendo struck gold with the Wii. Starting from the time that it was launched in the market until now, it has experienced record sales, even beating its rivals such as the Sony Playstation 3, which has been encountering numerous technical problems, and Microsoft Xbox 360.
A report released by the NPD Group, one of the largest research companies in the world, revealed that Nintendo Wii far exceeds the combined sales of Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 during the first six months of 2007.
Sometime in September 2007, Wii is gaining momentum over Xbox 360, which was launched in 2006, making the former the leading brand in the world of gaming consoles. It’s also the fastest-selling handheld device for games in all of Australia’s gaming history.
Nintendo’s secret weapon was its ability to control production costs. This way, they can extend their profit margin. Thus, in Japan alone, every Wii unit sold can give the company a return of almost $15. That number doubles when you consider the sales achieved in Europe as well as in the United States.
Wii Therapy
If you thought the Wii was good only for video gaming, you are in for a bit of a surprise! The Wii is now being used in Therapy. The idea for using the Wii as therapy incepted seemingly from a rehab hospital in Alberta, Canada which was using the popular video game console from Nintendo.
According to Winget, an occupational therapist, who had a chance encounter with the Wii, playing with the Wii could help in building lower and upper body strength in addition to balance, endurance and coordination.
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Learning With Video Game Consoles
The worlds leading information and communications event is the BETT.The BETT educational technology fair in London this January comes with a message. The message is simple – chalky blackboards and textbooks are a thing of the past as far as school learning goes.
Through the BETT fair teachers can explore technology that they do not see every day. This year there will be 600 exhibitors. One of the items on display is the RM Asus miniBook. Valued at 1699 pounds, it allows students to access the web, type assignments and send emails.
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Walmart Nintendo Wii Bundle
If you’re trying to get your hands on a Wii this holiday season, one thing you might consider is buying one of the special holiday Wii bundles. 
These cost more than if you could buy the Wii alone (which is nearly impossible at SRP these days), but you get a Wii plus some great games and accessories.
Walmart has a great deal on the Wii right now. You get the Wii itself plus you choose one accessory and six games for one great price.
Wal-Mart is also offering a bill-me-later option on this bundle so you don’t have to pay it all at once.
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The Largest Video Game Company in The World
Activision is in the news once again. It is slated to combine with Vivendi’s game division to create the largest video game company in the world. This agreement places a price tag of $18.9 billion on Activision. Vivendi is a well known French conglomerate that operates in the media and entertainment spheres.
In the past many of the more popular games for Sony’s PS3 console as well as Microsofts Xbox 360 have been developed by Activision. By joining hands with Vivendi, Activision is likely to enjoy even more clout in the gaming sphere. They are likely to now strongarm into online games that are hugely popular.
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Where to Find In-Stock Nintendo Wii Consoles Right Now Online!
If someone on your Christmas list wants a Nintendo Wii, you probably have already realized you have got a challenge on your hands to deliver this in-demand gift.
It is not easy to find Nintendo Wii’s at retail stores right now. Today, I randomly visited six local retailers (Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Target, Circuit City, Sam’s Club and Ultimate Electronics). All six of the retailers were sold out and claimed it could be January before they receive additional shipments.
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Nintendo Wii: What Does the Name Mean?
The term Wii stands for “we,” which basically what the game is all about. It speaks of friends gathering to play popular games or two boxing fans trying to duke it out with each other with punches and jabs.
In truth, Wii is changing history in how we define interaction when it comes to multiplayer and one-on-one games. It’s also setting a new trend in the market, scaring off a number of Nintendo’s major competitors, such as Sony and Microsoft.
It took the design engineers two years before they can fully finalize the entire look and feel of Wii. Covering all of the major markets across nations, Nintendo was set to send the first batches of Wii to Oceania, Europe, South America, and Asia. Continue reading