Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360 Vs PlayStation Move – The ‘Gaming’ Battle!

Can we say that Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360 and PlayStation Move are ready for the big fight?

Roll up your sleeves, start the countdown and get ready to watch some action, for the battle among the big giants in the gaming industry is on! The year 2010 is perhaps ‘the’ year for video gamers as some of the revolutionary products related to gaming have been introduced during this year. While the Nintendo Wii was almost monopolizing the gaming market, PlayStation Move from Sony and Microsoft Kinect are here with a bang that will perhaps cripple Nintendo! But one has to give it to Nintendo for introducing new and amazing things to the gamers! So, what will happen in the world of gaming and entertainment? Read this article to find out more!

Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360

Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360

Microsoft will launch Kinect for Xbox 360 on November 4^th 2010. Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360 amazes the users as it employs the best that technology can offer. The highlight of this product is that your hands and body work as controllers while the Kinect sensors detect their movements and actuate the corresponding moves on the screen. Also, Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360 has an RGB camera with a motorized tilt that will follow your movements when you are on a video chat with someone. The price is not official yet but is estimated to be between $149 and $199.

Bottom-line: Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360 is sure to sell like never before!

Pros

• One of its kinds that uses the best that technology has to offer
• Controller free environment and use of graphics that deliver excellent quality and realism
• Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360 might try and beat the others in the market because of its uniqueness.

Cons

• The probability for errors to occur is more because this is the first attempt at controller free gaming
• The widespread doubt is if Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360 can recognize and interpret the voices of people who have different accents

PlayStation Move

PlayStation Move

PlayStation Move from Sony is a gaming controller that senses motion. This goes along with PlayStation 3 (PS3). PlayStation Move is a handheld controller that has a ball-like structure on top. PlayStation Eye is a camera that traces the wand’s position and the wand has sensors to detect its movement. The cost of Move is $49.99, Navigation controller will be $29.99, PlayStation Eye will be $ 39.99 and is scheduled for release on September 15^th 2010 in Europe and September 19^th 2010 in North America. The various games involved are Sports Champions, a kung fu game called Slider and Dukes. There is also a game called Move Party that is a family based game.

Pros

• Easy affordability
• Can be bought by gamers who play casually
• Targets both hardcore gamers and the rest

Cons

• The navigation controller and PlayStation Eye has to be bought separately. It does not accompany the bundle
• It is believed that this move could be PlayStation Move’s tactic to make money!

Who will win? Kinect for Xbox 360 or PlayStation Move?

These are some of the pros and cons of Kinect for Xbox 360 and PlayStation Move. The final question boils down to who will win. Well, only time the needs of the gamers can determine that. If they opt for excellent quality and a mind-boggling experience, the answer is Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360! But one thing is for sure – the average gamer is in for the best time of his life!

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