| When video game systems were first introduced, they allowed gamers to play some of the biggest arcade hits of the day in the comfort of their homes. Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, and Pong were all popular arcade titles that made the transition into homes throughout the world. This trend continued for many years with most every console that was subsequently released. These days, though, video game systems seem to be blending more with computers rather than being straight-up consoles for arcade gaming. Some of the peripherals available for the PlayStation and Xbox consoles include items like hard drives, keyboards and mice. Modems and microphones are also available, which make it possible for gamers to simultaneously play and converse with one another over their internet connections. As far as pricing goes, the costs for video game systems have actually declined significantly. When the original Atari 2600 was released in 1977, its retail price was a whopping $199--a huge sum of money for the time. Taking inflation into consideration, if the Atari 2600 was released today, it would carry a price tag of nearly $650! Gamers who purchase today's popular PlayStation and Xbox consoles should consider themselves quite lucky, as $650 could not only buy a system, but enough games and accessories to keep them busy for months. When purchased pre-owned, these prices drop even lower. And considering the depth and replayability of today's games compared to yesterday's, players are certainly getting their money's worth. |
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