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Shilpa Lama May 26th, 2015

Should You Be Excited About The Nvidia Shield Console

Come May and we will witness Nvidia’s first foray into the TV console gaming market. The graphics giant, more known for its cutting edge GPUs, has been for the last couple of years trying to branch into a market dominated by the other three big players: Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo.

Nvidia Shield consoleThe Shield “Microconsole” which was recently announced by Nvidia, happens to be the company’s third offering in the Shield lineup (the other two are the Shield tablet and the Shield handheld gaming console.)

(Also Read: Nvidia Claims Consoles Will Die Out By Next Generation)

The console which Nvidia calls the “Android TV console” is to come with a very powerful Tegra K1 processor, a Maxwell-generation GPU and 3 gigs of ram, running a version of Android.

The Shield’s hardware specs are weaker than both the PlayStation 4 and the XBox One, with Nvidia claiming performance figures to be twice that of the previous generation PS3 and the Xbox 360. However, what sets the Shield apart from its competitors is its advertised ability to stream 1080p resolution 60 fps gaming into your TV (where all the computing is done by Nvidia’s server farms via Nvidia’s grid service).

Needless to say, stable, high-speed internet connectivity is a must-have for this feature, with Nvidia recommending 15 Mbps.

Not only that, some of the year’s most anticipated games which include the latest iterations of the Witcher and Metal Gear Solid saga, will be available on launch for the Shield. Although the initial library will be small, this will likely be expanded rapidly in the future and with both AAA and Android games made available. So, if there’s one thing that you can be certain of about the forthcoming Shield console, it’s the obvious fact that  running out of good games is unlikely to be an issue – ever!

Nvidia’s approach certainly throws a new insight into the gaming industry. As today’s state-of-the-art hardware becomes average and then obsolete within a span of not more than 2-3 years, Nvidia’s champion with its cloud computing prowess could save a lot in expensive and regular hardware updates. Also, with its versatility and ability to stream 4k video output, Shield definitely has the potential to entice a lot of PC gamers who are looking to play their games on bigger screens and also want the accessibility of a console.

However, while the Tegra K1 processor is very capable, it will no doubt be surpassed by something more powerful sooner rather than later – especially if we choose to take the pace set in the Smartphone market as an indicator. This implies that Nvidia may be banking more on a strategy of much faster console upgrades, compared to current industry practice of following usually ten year cycles.

Even with its purported versatility, Nvidia’s offering may not get enough time to build its fan base before being eclipsed by the next upgraded model. Consumers may also shy away from the fact that while they will have upgrade their more traditional consoles once every ten years, going with the Shield might entail a more frequent and hence expensive upgrade cycle.

However, with the Shield being priced at $ 199 in the US, it is also cheaper than its competitors. This might assuage some of the upgrade fears. If the Shield can achieve its potential, very soon we might have a device that is not only capable of streaming 4k resolution output; but is also a dedicated gaming console to boot.

So, do you think Nvidia’s Shield has the potential to make it big in the worldwide gaming console market? Feel free to share your thoughts using the comment box below.

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Mishka Jan 13th, 2015

Line up Your MS Points – We Are Likely to See the Return of the User Created Avatar On Xbox One

When Microsoft debuted the gaming console Xbox 360 in 2008, it introduced rare-created Avatars, a personification to represent the gamers user accounts, for which you could even buy new outfits to for MS points. The avatars didn’t seem to be such a big hit for Microsoft as they were no longer featured in the new generation console, Xbox One, when it was released in 2013.

Avatars for the Xbox platformHowever, Microsoft has now hinted that this may be about to change.

Microsoft has posted job postings on its site, seeking a few engineers to help bring the Avatars back to life in the Xbox One platform. They will “ensure Avatars are not only gorgeous, but highly performant [sic] across a wide scale of devices.”

“As we cross the threshold to a unified operating system and product experience across Microsoft, it is time to for Xbox avatars to also advance to the next level,” one of the posts says. “Come with us, as we take Xbox avatars on their biggest adventure yet in new Xbox experiences.”

It may seem hard to picture an Avatar in the Xbox One’s Windows 8 box-styled tile theme. In the older generation console, the Avatar would greet you when logging in. With the lauch of the Windows 10, an update to the On’e dashboard may not be far behind.

Microsoft’s Avatars were more popular than Nintendo’s Miis. Nintendo still continues to feature its Miis in the Wii and the Wii U. They are inserted regularly in games like Smash Bros and Mario Kart regularly. Avatars coming back shows that it was a popular trend which isn’t about to fade away soon. Users had complained that to unlock certain clothing items one had to spend Microsoft points, which should be free.

Microsoft has not commented on the job postings, nor made clear on a timetable of when to expect the Avatars. Some serious changes in the Xbox One User Interface is quite likely between the launch of Windows 10, Cortona and maybe now Avatars.

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Danny Nov 20th, 2014

GTA V Re-released For PS4 And Xbox One – Is It Worth It?

The fifth installment of Rockstar’s hugely successful series Grand Theft Auto was released back in 2013 and went on to sell more than 30 million copies. Now that the next generation of consoles have arrived, Rockstar have decided on giving Los Santos a Hollywood makeover. A teaser trailer showcased the new improved graphics overhaul and the introduction of a first person perspective. So what else is new and is it really worth buying again?

GTA V chopNewer consoles mean better graphics, and in turn Rockstar have cranked up the quality. Larger textures and crisper visuals mean further draw distances and busier traffic in the city. As if being chased by cops through downtown wasn’t difficult enough, now you have more cars to avoid. More importantly, the jump in visuals doesn’t have a negative impact on the performance, with Rockstar claiming the game still flies well at 30fps. The newly introduced first person perspective is a move away from the classic third person employed since GTA III launched on the PS2 back in 2001. Before then, a top down view was the way to wreak havoc and destruction since it controversially burst on the scene in 1997.

Aside from the visual aspects, the game promises all the previous free downloadable content available for the new consoles, including extra vehicles and weapons. Rockstar have announced its plans for more downloadable content in the near future as well as more than 100 new tracks for the radio stations in-game. For those who bought the game previously, Rockstar hope to entice them back in with the ability to import saved games over, as well as access to exclusive bonus content, including extra missions.

So if you’re wondering if you should fork out again for another copy of GTA V for the PS4 or Xbox One, the answer is yes. The sheer size and scale of the game is worth playing again even on the old consoles. As for this new, refined and improved version, along with all the extra content, it plays more as a new game rather than a lazy port. Those who are anxious for an updated PC version, Rockstar have slated a January 2015 release.

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Steve Oct 28th, 2014

Xbox One Announce Dominos Pizza App

Marking a step closer in their goals to getting a complete ‘entertainment hub’, the Xbox One games console is planning to add the food to their product’s experience by way of an app with a direct line to your nearest Domino’s Pizza outlet.

dominos_pizza_pileThe upcoming service, currently rumoured but likely to be confirmed in the near future (and a planned official release next month), will see Xbox One owners able to connect to the app and order from the well-known brand without so much as having to get up from their seat, with direct orders from the consoles set to become an option, according to The Sunday Times.

Taking advantage of the Kinect motion/voice control features, users are set to be able to trigger the service through physical gestures outlined on the app, or by saying out loud the phrase “Domino’s, feed me”. Who said society was getting lazy?

After placing the order through what will presumably be a create-a-pizza minigame, those particularly impatient for their delivery (which is sent to the nearest outlet then fulfilled as normal provided the requirements are met), will have an option to follow the progress of their pizza through on-screen tracking system letting them know what stage the process is at.

Joining a Pizza Hut app for Xbox 360 released in North America, and a movie streaming service from Domino’s in pizza-based digital entertainment collaborations, it will be the first time in which UK users can order a physical product via their console, but will the digital ordering system be able to deliver?

Steve Oct 10th, 2014

Xbox Announce Plex Media Center Access

Microsoft have this week announced the introduction of media player service Plex to their Xbox games consoles, opening up more streaming services to the next-gen gaming devices.

plex_appTo be released for the Xbox One later this week, and planned for a later date on the Xbox 360, the application is one which enables viewers to access video content such as films, on-demand TV shows, and short clips through their personal library of favorites – regardless of the website it came from.

For its Xbox One release, Plex are believed to be planning to allow users access to genre/cast-based ‘customized categories’ in browsing, and recommendations from across the streaming world based on history, service availability and general viewing habits.

Other features include ‘On Deck’, the ability for users to keep track of the shows that they are watching, with the chance to continue at the exact point they stopped or have suggested next episodes to watch.

The release will be seen as strange by many, as the Xbox console was the original hardware that first ran what many consider the best media center ever, XBMC.

For fans of the NHL, meanwhile, there is a bonus ability of being able to follow their franchise of choice by way of a personalised experience and highlights effort. For Xbox-specific developments, meanwhile, users will be able to control the app through Xbox Kinect motion sensor and voice-based controls.

Whether the more complete video experience can be seen as a sufficient expansion to Xbox’s ‘not console but entertainment hub’ plans will be discovered over time, so for now will Plex be able to make a strong start in their first home console appearance?

Matt Sep 24th, 2014

Microsoft Announce Xbox One Delay For China

Microsoft’s gradual global roll-out of last year’s Xbox One games console has taken a setback in its biggest potential new market, after they announced the Chinese release of the console would not be occuring as originally planned for today.

xbox_one_bestv_launchPlanned to have already come out at the time of publication, the 23 September launch date has been removed by Microsoft and pushed to an unconfirmed time at the end of 2014, as they seek to fine-tune the product before putting it out in China.

A Microsoft spokesperson speaking to Polygon said of the efforts being put in at present, and why it has caused the launch delay: “At Xbox, we pride ourselves on delivering first-rate gaming and entertainment experiences, and to allow us to deliver on that promise, we need to reschedule the launch of Xbox One. Working with our partner, BesTV, we look forward to launching in China by the end of this year.”

Despite the issues, Microsoft are regardless of delays continued yesterday with an official market launch event at the Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai, giving away 100 units during the reveal. Pre-order customers have also been promised that they will receive an ‘added bonus’ upon launch of the console.

Microsoft representative Yusuf Mehdi summarised: “We are excited to bring game and entertainment innovation to China. We have an ambitious vision and we’re working hard with our partners to deliver Xbox One and great games and entertainment to China.”

Having released the console in close to 30 countries this month to mixed reception (including low reported week one sales in rival Sony‘s home country of Japan), will Xbox One be able to still release to any sort of great impact in such a key market over a year after the console was first made available in America?

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