Gaming — The Next Generation Moves On

danllewin
December 21, 2006
Social and Connected Entertainment – Online and On-Demand

Got game? Millions do. Gaming is clearly one of the trend stories of the decade. It is making an impact on our lives no matter where we are — in our living rooms in front of the TV, on our cell phones, working at our PC, and coming to a portable media player near you. The next level of gaming is here, and it is being driven by three converging trends: high-definition gaming; on-demand, online gaming; and social entertainment. So hold on, and get ready for a screaming fast, gaming experience. One that dominates with breakneck performance, captivates with stunning visuals and heart-pounding, even breathtaking audio tracks, and goes deep into virtual worlds. And remember PacMan? It and other classic arcade games are making a big comeback. In fact, PacMan is a featured game on Xbox Live Arcade. So what’s up with gaming? What are the trends, and how do they benefit startups, and, most important, what are the must-have games for the holiday season? Sit back, sip some eggnog, invite a friend or two over, and let’s jump into gaming.

Ho Ho Ho. Microsoft Gets Social — Our Game Plan for a Connected Entertainment Experience

Party of one? Rarely happens. Entertainment is becoming a shared, connected experience. A social experience. In fact, we envision a time when all gaming and entertainment services will be connected. Imagine this scenario: A gamer starts a connected game on her Xbox at home, continues it on the cell phone in the cab on the way to the airport, and finishes it up on the plane by plugging into the armrest. It’s increasingly about a social experience — and it’s not just male-dominated anymore.

Ultimately, our vision is to move toward more connected entertainment everywhere, and get everyone involved in the action. Women. Young kids. Older adults.

Beyond gaming, Microsoft TV software platforms are also an integral part of Microsoft’s overall connected entertainment strategy — one that will enable rich TV experiences and new forms of TV-based entertainment and information services. Through Windows Vista, Xbox 360, new mobile devices, and an emerging wave of software-based services, we are delivering more connected and richly personalized experiences for consumers. With all of these converging elements, Microsoft is enabling a platform, and the underlying architecture and tools, for this new world of high-definition gaming and this social entertainment experience. And it all starts with game development.

From Processors to Platforms: The New Game Development Paradigm

The industry is experiencing a big shift in game development today — from a focus on processors to platforms. Three decades ago, game development was dominated by hackers cranking out games over a few days and pushing the limits of a Z80.(leer más…)

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