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Monday, June 1, 2009
E3 '09: Microsoft Press Conference Podcast Reaction
Highlights
- "Project Natal" Rivals Nintendo Wii Gameplay
- New "Halo" Titles Coming to Xbox 360
- "Metal Gear Solid Rising" Coming to Xbox 360
- Xbox Live, Facebook, and Twitter Team Up
New "Project Natal" Makes Xbox 360 Owners "The Controller."
Just announced at Microsoft's E3 press conference is a new 3D camera which makes the player the controller.
How does work?
The camera - named Natal - uses a three-dimensional camera which track the players movement and responding accordingly to on-screen feedback.
A video displayed the various ways in which Natal will "change" interactive entertainment such as using your hands to steer an imaginary steering wheel in racing game or virtually fighting an opponent with real life actions.
Xbox 360 developers look to hopefully simplify the Nintendo Wii's motion sensor remote by removing any necessary buttons and relying on body movement as well as facial and voice recognition.
The Xbox Live Dashboard was controlled on-stage via hand movements and a virtual painting was constructed on the stage without the use of a controller.
However, what was possibly most impressive was Natal's usage with a virtual simulation of a young boy called Milo.
Introduced and explained by "Fable 2" creator, Milo interacted with a demonstrator in a video where they carried on a conversation and Milo reacted with an emotional response depending on the question. Also, the demonstrator drew a physical drawing and showed it to the camera of Natal where Milo interacted with a digital replication of the image on screen.
This new technology, if properly implemented and utilized could prove to a revolutionary step forward for the industry - baring that gamers want a physical experience where a lofty amount of space is required to use the new camera.
Look for more information on Natal as well as podcast commentary on Microsoft's showing on VGF as E3 '09 continues.
How does work?
The camera - named Natal - uses a three-dimensional camera which track the players movement and responding accordingly to on-screen feedback.
A video displayed the various ways in which Natal will "change" interactive entertainment such as using your hands to steer an imaginary steering wheel in racing game or virtually fighting an opponent with real life actions.
Xbox 360 developers look to hopefully simplify the Nintendo Wii's motion sensor remote by removing any necessary buttons and relying on body movement as well as facial and voice recognition.
The Xbox Live Dashboard was controlled on-stage via hand movements and a virtual painting was constructed on the stage without the use of a controller.
However, what was possibly most impressive was Natal's usage with a virtual simulation of a young boy called Milo.
Introduced and explained by "Fable 2" creator, Milo interacted with a demonstrator in a video where they carried on a conversation and Milo reacted with an emotional response depending on the question. Also, the demonstrator drew a physical drawing and showed it to the camera of Natal where Milo interacted with a digital replication of the image on screen.
This new technology, if properly implemented and utilized could prove to a revolutionary step forward for the industry - baring that gamers want a physical experience where a lofty amount of space is required to use the new camera.
Look for more information on Natal as well as podcast commentary on Microsoft's showing on VGF as E3 '09 continues.
The Beatles Rockband Unveiled!
New information and images on the exciting new "The Beatles" version of the Rockband series is unveiled at E3 '09.
First, check out the official trailer on their web site.
The first edition of the game's set list is as follows:
- I Saw Her Standing There
- I Want to Hold Your Hand
- I Feel Fine
- Day Tripper
- Taxman
- I Am The Walrus
- Back In The U.S.S.R.
- Octopus’s Garden
- Here Comes The Sun
- Get Back
Players can also perform at the following venues:
- Cavern Club
- The Ed Sullivan Theater
- Shea Stadium
- Budokan
- Abbey Road
- Rooftop
Checkout the first photos of the game below as well as the replica instruments:
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