At the E3 conference in Los Angelos, Nintendo unveiled it's new next generation console. In this course we have talked about Web 2.0 and tablet devices have been mentioned as well. It is interesting to note that the Wii U's controller is a tablet like device.
Another big announcement regarding the new console is the fact that the Wii U will be supporting much more Third Party titles than in past console generations. This is an attempt to level the playing field with Sony and Microsoft and cater towards all gamers rather than just kids and recreational users.
The video is pretty cool and showcases a lot of the new features. No word yet on a retail price but it will be available sometime in 2012.
I figured that this would be a fun, interesting post showing the IT evolution of some video games consoles. Much like most IT innovations, one must wonder what the shelf-life is for this current generation of consoles.
I watched the video without audio, but the gaming seems pretty incredible. It's definitely revolutionary technology. Being able to play golf and have the ball appear to be in the sand is great. This is a total Nintendo move...looks a lot like the DS.
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