PS3 Games Online by Carver Tate
John Hight, external production director for SCEA, is the overseer of PS3 games' digital distribution program, E-Distribution Initiative. He claims that this new distribution project will benefit Sony and open opportunities for game developers. Hight explains that online distribution erases... The prototype of the game is uploaded in the online platform where actual PS3 gamers can play it and post their own reviews. ... As added benefit for the developers and aspiring developers of PS3 games, the difficulties of breaking in the game publishing industry is minimized by the online platform.

Games For Nintendo Wii Are As Unique As The Wii Itself by Michelle Bery
The ever changing video game industry took a giant leap when Nintendo released the Wii in late 2006. Unlike previous video game releases from Nintendo, and others, the Wii’s distinguishing features were not improved graphics, or faster game speed, or any of the countless other innovations that... Wii Sports is a game that features five game simulations – tennis, golf, baseball, boxing, and bowling – and the natural movements in sports make for a great platform for the Wii to strut its stuff, so it should come as no surprise that Nintendo included Wii Sports with each purchase of a Wii system.

Got Game? by Tim Wren
“Get in the game,” is taking on a whole new meaning. Advertisers are expanding their reach with in-game advertising, today you need to develop new and creative ways to zero in on the specific markets that other advertisers seek through the use of games. ... To profitably integrate a game into your company's marketing mix, you need an expert with years of experience in game development with the know-how to promote your brand. ... From a consumer standpoint, in-game advertising is less obtrusive than other online media formats such as pop-ups and pop-unders that often annoy Internet surfers.

Video Games Overview by Steve Dimeck
The gaming industry has been exploding in the recent years as games are not only enjoyed by the young generation. The adults are in on it too. Thanks to the computers, being one of the main contributors to this gaming phenomenon, the gaming industry has been very busy with the race of who is... The player usually interacts with the game through a controller, and video and sound are typically delivered to the player via a television, although most modern consoles support additional outputs, such as surround sound setups.

Should You Upgrade to an XBox 360 by Colette Ianieri
The XBox 360 is going to be one of the most sought after gifts of this upcoming holiday season. However many people want to know is it worth upgrading now, or should you wait, here are some factors you may want to consider. The base price for and XBox 360 is $300, the most common accessories are... The graphics of other gaming systems are top notch but on newer games like Project Gotham Racing 3, NFL 06 and Call of Duty 2 which were written for this platform, there simply is no comparison. ... This is a paid online membership that allows you to get free trials of new games and play in head...

How To Play Strategy Games by Jake Jenkins
A strategy game is one in which thedeliberation abilities of the player and his decision-making skills combine to impact the outcome. Strategy games are a board, computer or video game. Recently, one can find and play online strategy games. Most games involve some subtlety of some sort, however,... Although, for the die-hard traditionalists, there still exist the expensive stratey game miniature market, more and more people are seeking to play test their analytical skills online. ... With more free online strategy games available online everyday.

New to Gaming - All You Need to Know About Flash Gaming Sites by Paul W Wilson
Interested in gaming, there are sites that let you play for no cost. All you need to have is Macromedia’s Free Flash Player. Whew! According to Computer Gaming World, there are 80 gazillion free Flash games sites in the cyber world. Popular sites are: • www.games.yahoo.com -- this has card... It is by far the best game platform and has incredible features. ... Many online sites need verified log ins, they are actively managed gaming environments. ... Playing online can be fun and most games can now be played by many players from all round the world.

Java Online Games by Michael Colucci
After Shockwave, Java is the most popular tool for developing free online games. It is a popular programming language which was developed by James Gosling during the 1990s. It is somewhat related to C++ but is much more simple, and is an object oriented language. ... While Shockwave has replaced Java as the most popular engine used for online games, Java is still the tool of choice among many developers. ... Yahoo has often been credited with heavily using Java to produce online games. ... Reviews are even featured where users can post their thoughts about the quality of the game.

Gaming Captures the Hearts of Gamers, Alleviates Loneliness, and Creates a New Market for Businesses by Paul W Wilson
Gaming is popular with teenagers, women, children, as well as men. Older people say they play games as it alleviates loneliness and puts them in contact with others. Statistics reveal that 41% of gamers are women and more than 43 % gamers are aged 25-49. ... Analysts predict that by 2007 online gaming will be at least 285 petabits a month, the revenue generated by online subscriptions for gaming is expected to reach US$ 650 million annually. ... Online gaming architecture has six business aspects: the subscriber; the advertiser; the gaming platform provider; the broadband service provider;...

Xbox 360 Advances Beyond Mere Child's Play by Ben Franklin
Video gaming is a very big deal the world over. Whether games are played on computers, over consoles, via handheld devices or even over telephones, video games are taken seriously by those who love them. Offering challenges for the mind, hands and heart, games provide an escape from the everyday... Hot game types for the Xbox 360 include: Sports games: A longstanding favorite of gamers, these include boxing, racing, football, hockey and more. ... Thanks to some smart partnering, Microsoft's 360 can not only handle game play, but also television and movie downloads.