The current game systems we have available have been out for a few years. They have been battling with each other for years too. We have some of the greatest gamepaly right now, but it depends on what kind of gamer you are to figure out what kind of system you need.
In corner number one, we have the Wii ($199). In 2006 the Wii made some new rules for the future gaming systems, but has it run its course as a system? This was the lower technology game system. It was supposed to be an inexpensive alternative to the Xbox360 and the Playstation 3 (PS3) and succeeded. With 480i (original TV Resolution), 480p, and 576i, there is only a slight improvement on a high def TV. The Wii is still great for the younger game player. Kids love using the motion sensitive control stick to make their Mii (onscreen character) go bowling, play tennis, golf, or even act like it's a steering wheel and drive.
In corner number two, we have the Xbox360 ($199-299 depending on model). This system released way back in 2005 making it our oldest out of the group. There are many great games out that have great game play and network play. The network play costs about 50 bucks a year and it is paid per user account. Of course, the kids can share one account, but won't be able to save their individual game files unless they are playing off line. The Xbox360 games can be misleading on the multiplayer feature. Many of them claim multiplayer, but use the network account system so you can only play one person per machine. These machines are also prone to failure (About 1 in 6 that were made from 05-08 have went bad). The machines built in 2009 are "supposed" to be much more reliable, but like GM, do you really trust someone who has been pumping out super cheap machines the last few years. Other than that, they have this machine pretty polished up.
Finally, in the center of the ring with both arms up, we have the Playstation 3 (PS3)($299-399 depending on model). This machine released in 2006 at the price of $599, but it released with the ability to do 1080p (Yet it depends on the game). It was super expensive to most people, but it has been re-designed and just dropped in price. It sports a blu-ray player and has built in wireless. The controllers have some motion sensing, but it really hasn't been utilized. They don't charge for network play and sport a very fast processor. This will probably be the prominent machine in 2010-2011, but it still has a few hurdles to cross.
So, in conclusion, if you have small kids and grandparents, go with the Wii. The Wii is very easy to use and has a great fun factor. If you are looking for a machine with a cheap startup cost and still want nice graphics, go with the Xbox360. If you have a 1080p TV and an extra hundred bucks to spend, I would recommend the PS3. The PS3 will probably be the best investment for the future and will probably be running up against the next wave of video game systems. Happy gaming!
Wii price, release date, and resolution.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wii
Xbox360 Price and Release date.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox_360
Xbox360 live play card.
http://www.nextag.com/xbox-live-game-card/products-html
Xbox360 Falure rate.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox_360_technical_problems
PS3 Price, Release date, and resolution.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PlayStation_3
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