| Home video game consoles have certainly come a long way since the advent of Pong in the 1970s. Video games became big business in the early '80s, with games like Space Invaders, Asteroids, and Pac-Man leading the way. Video arcades sprung up nationwide, and it wasn't long until video games for the home followed. Beginning with the Atari 2600 and Intellivision, video gaming rapidly became a multi-billion dollar industry. Today, with systems such as the PlayStation 2 and Xbox--and next-generation machines just around the corner--video game consoles and accessories are a nearly ubiquitous presence in the lives of kids and adults alike. When purchasing a video game console, whether it's the Xbox, PlayStation 2, or GameCube, a person generally gets what he or she needs to start playing right in the box. However, to maximize the gaming experience, it's important to accessorize. And some consoles--notably, the PlayStation 2--actually need more accessories to take full advantage of the system's capabilities. The PlayStation 2 comes with a console and one controller. What's missing is a memory card, which enables a person to save a game's progress. Since it is virtually impossible to complete many of today's more complex games in one uninterrupted sitting, a memory card is crucial for one's gaming. Additionally, many games feature multi-player options. This allows a person to play with friends, but without additional controllers, this feature is for naught. Some consoles only have slots for two controllers, so you may need to purchase an adapter if more than two players will be gaming. In addition to regular controllers, wireless controllers are also available. Other accessories include items like steering wheels for racing games and dance pads (also knows as dance mats) for dancing games. Microphone headsets are also available, as are remote controls that help when viewing DVDs on the console. |
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