I think it is interesting to see how realistic video game characters are becoming. Just take a look at Link, Mario, and Samus Aran look almost human. What if there is a way to put yourself in a video game? This is now possible thanks to Ari Shapiro at the Institute for Creative Technologies at USC. Their system known as Fast Avatar Capture, involves using a Kinect to … [Read more...] about How to put yourself in a game
Gaming Gadgets
Tobii and YEI Technology show the future of gaming at CES Unveiled
In the future, will we be wearing our game for a completely immersive experience? I honestly don't see why not. Yesterday, at CES Unveiled, I saw not one, but two technologies that could change the way we game, if combined. I'll start with YEI Technology. This company puts out a suit/controller known as PrioVR, and it is cable of turning one's body into a controller. … [Read more...] about Tobii and YEI Technology show the future of gaming at CES Unveiled
My Review of Lego Marvel Heroes
Unlike my last review of the Golf-X-Cube, I actually have a lot of experience playing LEGO-oriented video games. In fact, I have everyone that they have made since the first LEGO Star Wars, and I love them a lot, even though they have changed very little since their conception. For those that are not familiar with them, the LEGO games are usually tied in with a popular … [Read more...] about My Review of Lego Marvel Heroes
Samsung Galaxy GamePad
It really is odd to see this GamePad, when I have actually written about two products with that name. One by ARCHOS and another by ibenX. Apparently, there was this product unveiled at the Galaxy S4 unveiling, but I don't remember seeing it. This is the Galaxy GamePad from Samsung, and it can handle devices that run Jellybean, which includes smartphones and tablets. … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy GamePad
The 3HV2 and 5HV3 Gaming Headphones from SteelSeries
SteelSeries has been putting out a lot of cool gaming accessories for quite a long time, and I had a chance to review, not one, but two of their headphones. Let's start with the 3HV2 gaming headset. SteelSeries prides in four distinctions for this model that include performance, convenience, durability, and comfort. Right now, I am trying it out, and there are a lot of … [Read more...] about The 3HV2 and 5HV3 Gaming Headphones from SteelSeries
Archos Unveils the GamePad 2
Some of you might remember when we covered the Archos GamePad, as it was only last August. Apparently, it was a hit, because the second version has already been made. The GamePad 2 has a 7-inch HD screen with a resolution 1200 x 800 pixels. It has a A9 generation quad-core processor with 1.6GHz with some Quad-Core action, which works well for 3D games. It also has some … [Read more...] about Archos Unveils the GamePad 2
Rumor Friday, Part 1: An iPhone Gaming Controller from Logitech?
Now here's something that I like, not reporting on tech news, but rumors about tech news. I've been hearing about rumors of tech, and I often don't report on them because these rumors don't come to fruition. At WWDC this year, Apple referenced this idea for a gaming controller, and this one would be official. This is what it...could be, and this one would be from Logitech. … [Read more...] about Rumor Friday, Part 1: An iPhone Gaming Controller from Logitech?
iMotion haptic 3D controller could bring touch to gaming
What you are seeing looks like Tom Cruise in Minority Report, but this is a Kickstarter project known as the iMotion from Intellect Motion. That is, the things on his hands. On his eyes are the Oculus Rift, which we have reported on before. The iMotion has a velcro strap to keep it on the hand, which reminds me of the Wiimote and the Wiistrap. Like the Wiimote, it has a … [Read more...] about iMotion haptic 3D controller could bring touch to gaming
The Valve Steam Controller and how it could change TV gaming
If you are not familiar with Steam, it is a way of porting some cool games to your PC. I have used it in the past, and the company announced last week that they intend to do more for the people. The first was Steam OS and a Steam Machine, which are essentially modified PCs to play Steam games on their television. Of course, you are going to need a controller to play … [Read more...] about The Valve Steam Controller and how it could change TV gaming
GameCase for iOS devices
When I first saw the GameCase, it felt familiar to me. I first thought that I had reported on it before, but I did a Search on my site and found nothing. I suppose that the closest thing that I have seen was a Wii U controller. After all, it is two halves of a controller (with D-pad, two analog sticks, and console style ABXY buttons) that have a screen sandwiched in … [Read more...] about GameCase for iOS devices
SteelSeries, Part 3: The Free Mobile Wireless Controller
Today I will conclude our SteelSeries series with the Free Mobile Wireless Controller. This does not mean that it is free, but it is a wireless controller called the Free. I can't help but compare it to the Nyko PlayPad Pro, as I just reviewed that one particular controller for Android just recently. The Free is for multiplatform control, which means it is good for iOS, … [Read more...] about SteelSeries, Part 3: The Free Mobile Wireless Controller
SteelSeries, Part 2: Sensei MLG Edition Gaming Mouse
Okay, this is the second part of my SteelSeries series. Yeah, that doesn't sound good, does it. But today is the Sensei MLG Edition Gaming Mouse. The MLG stand for Major League Gaming. I don't know if the professional gamers have a league of their own, but if they did, this is quite cool and would be the standard. I definitely have to say that it would require a major … [Read more...] about SteelSeries, Part 2: Sensei MLG Edition Gaming Mouse
SteelSeries Part 1: The Apex Gaming Keyboard
This week, I am going review a lot of interesting products from SteelSeries, who makes "professional gaming gear". I will start with the Apex, which is a keyboard designed with PC gamers, specifically MMO ones, in mind. I will start with the color colors. Not only does it have the cool side lights, but sections of the keys can light up. You can use 5 independent color … [Read more...] about SteelSeries Part 1: The Apex Gaming Keyboard
Sifteo Cubes means Intelligent Play
The Sifteo is one of those products that you really have to see in order to believe, or even just to describe. I will make my best attempt. Imagine three tiny touchscreens that you can put together to create all kinds of games. For example, you can "neighbor" two Sifteos together in order to create an effect of moving from one screen to the other. You can also flip, tilt, … [Read more...] about Sifteo Cubes means Intelligent Play
Are Nintendo’s Days Numbered?
Last week, I forgot to cover an announcement from the big N with the 2DS. A lot of people think that is a serious step down, and the commercial that I uploaded seems like a Saturday Night Live fake ad. It feels really stupid to say this, but does anyone think it is odd that Nintendo is doing something whose greatest claim is "can play 3D games in 2D"? I guess … [Read more...] about Are Nintendo’s Days Numbered?