Background Information

Microsoft Xbox 360:

• Released: December 2005
• Features: Plays high-definition games, as well as DVDs and CDs, and internet play allows global tournaments to be held.
• Sales so far: 10.5 million
• Price: £285

Sony Playstation 3:

• Released: March 2006
• Features: Sony's new blu-ray disks which can store vastly more information than existing disks, allowing for superb graphics. Also compatible with PS1 and PS2 games and HD dvd's.
• Sales so far: 1.5 million and rising fast
• Price: £325 or £425

Nintendo Wii:

• Released: December 2006
• Features: Its main selling point is its movement sensitive controller which allows the user to control the game by physically performing the required actions. Compatible with Nintendo GameCube games as well.
• Sales so far: 4.6 million
• Price: £180