In this article from CNN, Microsoft co. made a big announcement. An anouncement so exciting there is a possibility it could make a grown man cry. Microsoft has announced that it will begin creating xbox games without controllers. Hmm. How can you play a game without a controller? It is called "Project Natal." There is a camera that captures the player's three dimensional movement. The player's movements control the game. Natal also identifies faces, voices, and takes voice commands. The release date and price are currently unknown.
This is great news for all gamers. This creation will build the xbox fanbase and will undoubtedly increase the xbox 360 sales. Now anyone can play these games. There won't be controls so they will be easy to learn and will create fun for the whole family. Maybe this advancement will have a positive effect on Sony's Playstation franchise as well. Sony could develop a similar device and the gaming wars will become more intense. The problem Microsoft could face with this actually could be sales. A gizmo like this could cost well over $100 and with the limping economy this could very well be a problem.
The future of gaming is unknown but I hope it continues to take steps in the right direction. I am the owner of a Playstation 3, but this news does make me a little jealous of xbox 360 owners. Overall, Natal should be a hit with both extreme gamers and occasional players.
