Video Game Consoles

The first aspect to look at is the cost of each video game console. Just click on each video game console to view the pricing. These prices are the most current prices on the market because they are pulled straight from Amazon.com.

There are many and most can be bought to play on either the Playstation 3, Xbox 360, or Nintnedo Wii. However, there are several titles that can only be played on certain video game consoles. Some good examples are below, such as Halo 3 (Xbox 360 only), WiiFit ( Nintendo Wii only), and Metal Gear Solid 4 ( Playstation 3 only). Make sure you find out what games you are looking to buy before you pick a video game console.

The games on each video game system have different ratings similar to movie ratings. A movie rating of R means that it's restricted to adults only. Video Games have similar ratings. The more mature audiences tend to buy more mature games. Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 tend to appeal to the older audiences while Nintendo Wii is marketed to all ages and families. The video game ratings are as follows:

EC - Early Childhood
E - Everyone
T - Teens 13 and up
M - Mature 17 and up
AO - Adults only, not suitable for under 18

Accessories can make or break any outfit...the same goes for video game consoles. Accessories include controllers, headsets, and any other products that can accompany a video game console to make the playing experience more enjoyable.

Here are a few of the Xbox 360 Accessories

Here is a list of Nintendo Wii Accessories.

Each video game system has it's own unique features that allow for different types of video game experiences. Here are a couple of the glaring differences between the 3 consoles:

1. Blu-ray Player - PlayStation 3 contains the feature that allows you to play Blu-ray movies. Similar blu-ray players cost several hundred dollars. This a large added bonus to buying a PlayStation 3. Xbox 360 and Wii do not have this function.

2. Infrared Sensor Controller - Nintendo Wii has a unique feature that the controller actually detects your physical movement and incorporates your movements into the games. For example: If you are playing a tennis game, you will have to swing the controller like a racket to hit a tennis ball on the screen. This unique feature makes Wii great for children, friends, and family. Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 do not have this function.

3. Xbox Live Marketplace - Xbox 360 has a large online community and the ability to download movies, new games, and game supplements. This is also found on the PlayStation 3 and Wii video game consoles but Microsoft has incorporated more functionality to its online marketplace. This allows for a more enjoyable online play of games. Xbox 360 is the best video game console to play games against your friends without being in the same room as them.