The market for home consoles includes competitors who are engaged primarily in a technological one-upmanship. The market is constantly coming out with more advanced consoles that are powerful and more complete. The last generation of consoles brings a new dimension to this battle.
From a technological standpoint, the three rivals are not fighting with the same weapons: the PS3 and Xbox 360 consoles are very sharp in terms of graphics performance; they provide images in high definition (Blu-ray, Sony and HD DVD at Microsoft). Both consoles have been proposed by Sony and Microsoft respectively and are multifunctional, as they are able to play music, videos and photos.
Tags: Gaming consoles, Xbox360, PS3, Sony, Microsoft
[...] So we can conclude that in terms of performance and technology, the Xbox 360 and Ps3 will always want to be sharp while the Wii is focusing on how to play as we shall see it later. Then, in terms of gameplay, the last 3 consoles have all tried to revolutionize the way you play at different scales. The Xbox 360 got into the battle by launching the first wireless controllers. These in real progress, allowing the player have a greater freedom. [...]
[...] But this machine is rather heavy and is perhaps imposing to emphasize it is a concentrate of high technology. Finally, the Wii is still on a different wavelength than its competitors. It is marketed as a small white sleek box which is minimalist. Maybe it is a strategy of Nintendo wanting to keep this childlike design to general public that made the success of its older sisters. [...]
[...] For example, for a tennis game the wiimote will be used as a tennis racket and movement of the handles will be involved in strikes in the ball. It is no longer possible to sit for a game of football or boxing, wii asks users to have more physical participation that is manual. It is here that diversifies Nintendo of other competitors, certainly the definition of the image is of lower quality, but the game experience is unique and interactive. The novelty of this console is therefore in its way of playing. [...]
[...] In addition, the brand remained true to its colors with a touch of bright green on the console and the joystick. But it remained in line with its predecessors and also does not provide more real revolution in design. On the design side, the PS3 had a rather futuristic look. Black lacquer with chrome edges like the Xbox. This ambitious style allowed it to be categorized as a high-end console unlike the Ps 2 who wanted to be rather general public. [...]
[...] Comparison of game consoles in terms of design and innovation: PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii In this study we will establish a comparative diagnosis, on the three competing consoles, highlighting the advantages and shortcomings of each in terms of performance, aesthetics or gameplay (it is the specific way in which the player relates to the game). First; we should note that, in the home console market, competitors are engaged primarily in a technological one-upmanship. It is the act of offering ever more advanced consoles, which are powerful and complete. [...]
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