The evolution of video games, in my opinion, has been beneficial to the population in general. This is because as the graphics improve more the game play improves and therefore more people are excited to be playing these games. From a personal point of view, as I have progressed through various gaming devices, my enjoyment of the games has increased phenomenally. I look forward to each and every new game especially those related to hockey and war.
The downside of the evolution of video games is that with each and every improvement made to the systems and the game graphics the games themselves are becoming more expensive. The newest gaming systems are now complete entertainment units unto themselves. It is unlikely that one could purchase a new system for under $600.00 which in today's economy is out of reach of many teenagers and young adults. The games are in the range of $50 to 7o when they are released.
The new game genres such as the Wii and the portable devices such as PSP and the Nintendo DS are being marketed to both the younger generations and their parents generations. I think that part of this new marketing scheme is to target the generation that can afford to purchase these systems. The new genres, especially the Wii which involves the player actually moving has alot of benefits as it is a form of exercise. These systems are being used in rehabilitation hospitals to help the elderly and stroke patients recover and stay active. While played differently then the traditional video games they are still games in the end.The new game genres actually encourage family time as it is an enjoyable activity across all generations.
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