Introduction to the Playstation 3 (PS3) by Darren Lintern
The Sony Playstation 3 console is without doubt the hottest item on the market at this moment. Thousands of individuals are searching for one to purchase, unfortunately most retail stores throughout the United States are only able to stock a handful. ... The Playstation 3 is reported to be the most powerful video games console on the market at present; it’s twice the power of the Xbox. ... Game players all around the world have been anticipating the arrival of the Playstation 3. ... If you get you hands on the latest hot property, be careful.

Chaos Theory - A Gamer's Review by Arjun Mukherjee
“Chaos Theory” is one of the sleuth-based video games in the series of video games provide by Tom Clancy's Splinter cell series of video games. The game has been developed and published by Ubisoft. This game is the third in the series of Splinter Cell series and one of the most intriguing video... The video game was applauded all over the world for its outstanding game play and lively graphics. ... The graphics in this game of Chaos Theory has made several improvements over the traditional system of the video game that includes both normal mapping and HDR lighting.

The Future of Video Games by Daniel Punch
I’ve recently been thinking about where video games could be going in the future. I’m hoping to work in the game industry one day after I’ve finished university study and I’ve been wondering about it a lot. What do I want to see happen in the future? ... When technology is easier and less essential to game sales we’ll hopefully see an increase in games that cast a lasting impression. ... It will probably take a lot to get people totally immersed and involved in a new form of game play. ... Hopefully the two game types can co-exist peacefully although recently it has been seen that some...

Discover New Uses For Your Sony PSP System With The New Update by Chip Westley
Your Sony PSP system can be used for much more than just playing games. The Playstation can be used to play video clips, download and play music, store and view photos, and more. Now Sony has announced that the PS3 will include support for your bluetooth and an optional onscreen keyboard for... You will need to connect your PS3 to a personal computer to get this latest update. ... This multifaceted little tool just got even more convertible with the latest update. ... It seems that all the latest movies and television shows are readily available for you online.

Does The Playstation 3 Have Overheating Problems? by Darren Lintern
For Sony things weren't looking so great going back to the Tokyo Games Show in September 2006. Sony was unveiling their eagerly anticipated new PlayStation 3 games system, and the demo units were spluttering and dying left and right. This was essentially bad news considering the recent recall of... The only problems were bleary eyes, backs and thumbs, and delirium due to a complete lack of sleep and video game overdose. ... Taking all this into account, it did effect Sony's reputation pretty badly, combined with the overheating demos at the Tokyo Game Show looked much worse.

An Unbiased look at the Epidemic of Video Games in Our Youth by Steve Scheele
Since the creation of video-games, parents, and children alike have been wondering about the usefulness, and disadvantages of playing these technology-based diversions. If moderated, games can be a great medium for social bonding, and an outlet for a well deserved break. ... Many studies show, including one by Stanford University, that video games have a great effect on player’s problem solving skills and alertness (http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/spotlight/2001-01-19-video.htm). ... Many readers may now be thinking that it is obviously more beneficial to reading skills to read a book,...

Before You Buy - An Xbox 360 by Mark Redd
Before purchasing the “next generation” video game, there are a few things that should be taken into consideration. The Xbox 360 is the latest attempt from Microsoft to control the giant that Sony has dominated for the past several years. With a three-core IBM processor at it’s heart, this thing... The last thing to consider is the game lineup. ... To my surprise Perfect Dark Zero and Call of Duty 2 quickly stood out as the better games graphically and had pretty good game-play. ... The core, at a suggested price of $299, includes the system, a wired controller, basic video cables, and...

What Makes Online Games More Fun? by Jon Jon Wuebben
There's never been a bigger time for games – specifically online games, than right now. The fact that people have always enjoyed the competitive and mentally stimulating nature that a game can provide is just a part of the reason. What makes it so compelling via the Internet is that there are... But, you want to improve your game. ... Well, your online games will have some pretty incredible audio and video features as well, but guess what? ... The free online versions of the games offer users the chance to experience the game before making the decision to purchase and download.

Video Games Are Stealing The Spotlight by Michael Connelly
Thirty years ago the fledgling video game business was struggling to make a name for itself as it competed with toys, playing cards and board games for customers. The early games like Pong, Pac Man and Donkey Kong were very basic in terms of technology, and they had very little creativity... Jackson made his way from his dressing room to the stage as he encountered various strange characters along the way, much like a video game. ... The Video Game Awards show began this year with a big-budget open that looked like something out of a Jerry Bruckheimer film.

How To Select The Best Gaming Laptops by Tim Childree
Most veteran PC gamers know exactly what they want in a gaming laptop, and those who have the time and money have probably already built their dream computer themselves, but if you are a little newer to the field, a little more fond of the smaller notebook footprint, or a little less comfortable... Make sure you load up the video memory with at least 256MB and remember to select a notebook that has a dedicated graphics card. ... This will ensure that your notebook is fully optimized for all of today's latest 3D games.