Metal Gear Solid 4

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Video Games

The software used on these dedicated computer systems has evolved amazingly from the simple rectangular blips used in Pong. Games today feature richly textured, full-color graphics, awesome sound and complex interaction between player and system. The increased storage capacity of the cartridges and discs allows game developers to include incredibly detailed graphics and CD-quality soundtracks. Several of the video game systems have built-in special effects that add features like unique lighting or texture mapping in real-time.

There is a huge variety of games available. Here are just a few of the games you can play on the most popular consoles:

Playstation 3

Grand Theft Auto IV

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FIFA Soccer 08

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Xbox 360

Halo 3

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Call of Duty 4

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LEGO Star Wars II

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Guitar Hero III

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Wii

Mario Kart Wii

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Super Mario Galaxy

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Rock Band

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The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess

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Now let's compare console specs.