Kinect With Kinect Adventures Accessories

Kinect With Kinect Adventures Product Details

Released on 10/11/2010

Kinect is the new way to play!

Using your body as the controller you’ll be able to steer your car, shoot the bad guys and fight your opponents in games designed specifically for Kinect. Kinect for the Xbox 360 frees your mind and hands and will give you an experience that has until now gamers have only dreamed of! Full in-game interaction games that aren't restricted by wires and control pads.

Kinect will allow you to use your body meaning you'll be able to get interactive with your games. But thats not all, Kinect will allow you to navigate through your films and media with the flick of your hand

• Controller-free gaming and entertainment. Kinect provides a whole new way to play — no controller required. It uses a sensor to track your body movement and recognize your face, even listen to your voice. If you know how to move your hands, shake your hips, or speak, you and your friends will be able to jump instantly into any Kinect experience.
• Full-body play. Kinect provides a new way to play where you use all parts of your body — head, hands, feet and torso. With controller-free gaming you don’t just control the superhero, you are the superhero. Full-body tracking allows the Kinect sensor to capture every move, from head to toe, to give players a full-body gaming experience.
• Personalized play. Kinect provides an in-game experience in which the player’s face and voice are recognized. Greet and speak to characters in the game, or simply step into view of the sensor to log into Xbox LIVE and connect with friends. Only Kinect is smart enough to remember voices and faces. Fun has never been so personalized.
• Off-the-couch play. Kinect provides gameplay that gets you off the couch, on your feet and in the fun. Each Kinect experience is designed to get players moving, laughing, cheering and playing together. Kinect makes social gaming off-the-couch fun.
• Easy-to-play fun. Kinect makes sharing in the fun a snap. Talk or watch a movie in the same living room or on the other side of the world — no headset, no keyboard and no controllers required. It’s just you, your friends, your family and a whole new way to play.

But that's all very well but how does Kinect take your movement and gestures and turn that into an intergral part of the game?

• Kinect sensor. Kinect is the world’s first system to combine an RGB camera, depth sensor, multiarray microphone and custom processor running proprietary software that brings Kinect experiences to every Xbox 360 console. The Kinect sensor tracks full-body movement and individual voices, creating controller-free fun and social entertainment available only on Xbox 360.
• RGB camera. Kinect has a video camera that delivers the three basic color components. As part of the Kinect sensor, the RGB camera helps enable facial recognition and more.
• Depth sensor. An infrared projector combined with a monochrome CMOS sensor allows Kinect to see the room in 3-D (as opposed to inferring the room from a 2-D image) under any lighting conditions.
• Multiarray microphone. Kinect has a microphone that will be able to locate voices by sound and extract ambient noise. The multiarray microphone will enable headset-free Xbox LIVE party chat and more.
• Custom processor (running Microsoft proprietary software layer). A proprietary software layer makes the magic of Kinect possible. This layer differentiates Kinect from any other technology on the market through its ability to enable human body recognition and extract other visual noise.
  

• GAME HQ Kinect Preview!

  Formerly known as Project Natal, Kinect has been a bit of a mystery to us here at Game. But Microsoft put a stop to that today by allowing us to get hands-on (so to speak).

  The basics of Kinect are that it will let you play and navigate with out the need of a controller. Instead of slouching in a cheer you'll need to get up and active in order to play.

  We got to go head on with Kinect Joyride, Kinect Adventures and Kinect Sports. These were our impressions...

  
  

   

  Tom

  My Kinect playfest began with Joyride, a fun little driving game using your Xbox Avatar as the driver. To steer your car you hold your hands in the 10-2 position and steer like you would in a car (a bit like Mario Kart Wii, without the wheel!). You won't need to worry about accelerating as this is automatic, but you can boost by simply thrusting your hands forward and to send your car shooting into the screen.

  Drifting is also in Joyride, and just like steering it's easy. Just lean into the turn with your body whilst steering with your hands and your car will start to slide around the corner. There are also jumps to hit and whilst in the air by you'll be able to pull of some pretty awesome tricks with simple hand gestures.

  Next up was Kinect Adventures, which boasts several minigames that let youyou're your body to control the on-screen action.

  First up was the river rapids game, which saw me and my colleague, Chris, stood side-by-side as we navigated a perilous rapid river in a little rubber dingy. It's crucial to point out at this point that if you are playing cooperatively on Kinect Adventures, communication is key.

  To begin with we stepped independently and jumped at different times, which got us around some of the obstacles in our way but by the smallest of margins. It wasn't until we started yelling "LEFT" "RIGHT" and "JUMP" that we started to make good progress in missing obstacles and gaining greater height by jumping at the same time.

  We then tried a game in Kinect Adventures where we needed to duck, jump and sidestep obstacles whilst riding on a cart on tracks, which was pretty fun. Next we tried a game where we hit red balls at blocks, which broke revealing targets beneath them.

   

  Chris

  My time with Kinect proved to me that it's much better than I thought it would be.

  Kinect Joyride and the Bowling game in Kinect Sports were fun and the responsiveness was impressive. Navigating the menus by swishing your arms around is awesome as well, straight out of a sci-fi spaceship!

  My only concern is that the games I tried weren't quite enough to carry the device by themselves - but I'm sure more titles will arrive once developers get to grips with this incredibly clever piece of kit.

  All in all, I'm pleasantly surprised!

   

  Glenn

  There's no doubting Kinect is cool. I loved being able to move my hands and navigate a menu, or runnin and jumping about to watch my little avatar do the same!(that's right your Xbox avatar is you in the game, so seeing my little gear of war running around would be wicked!)

  Having one of your friends jump into the game just in time to push your raft round that rock in the rapids is a really nice feature, too; anyone who walks within the scope of the Kinect camera can jump in to the game and help you out!

  Kinect is a serious bit of kit, and I truly believe that in a couple of years when developers have had some time, to go all out, we will see some incredible titles and have some awesome fun!

   

   

  Mark

  The 2009 Xbox E3 conference had me whooping and hollering at my PC monitor, with Microsoft's sci-fi Kinect video and demonstrations hinting at an entirely new way to play games. As you can imagine, I was more than excited to finally get a go with what's being touted as the future of Xbox gaming!

  I started with the bowling game in Kinect Sports, which was even easier to play than the famous Wii Sports interation of Fred Flintstone's favourite pastime. With the camera swooped in behind my on-screen Avatar, I reached down to my right to make him pick up a ball, then held it in front of my head to aim, and, to my delight, got a strike on my first throw, with the Kinect camera managing to pick up the spin I naturally impart on a bowling ball in real life, and translate it to the screen in much the same way.

  Next up was a swift go on the athletics mode of Kinect Sports, which had my same Avatar running a hurdles race. For me, that meant running on the spot - the faster I did so, the faster my Avatar sprinted - and hopping up in the air when the upcoming on-screen hurdle turned green as I closed in on it. Luckily no actual hurdling skills were required!

  Obviously there's a big question mark about how Kinect will handle titles for 'core gamers', and the selection of games on show when Microsoft headed to GAME HQ was never going to answer that. What it did show us though was how responsive Kinect is to movement, which can only be a good thing; the crowds of people cheering and laughing as people jumped, bounced and yelped as Tom and Chris played on Kinect Adventures (and as I crashed through my fourth hurdle in a row... *sadface*) would attest to that.

  Put that together with some of the videos Microsoft have already shown and you start to build up a picture of the kind of experiences Kinect will offer. Can you imagine playing a first-person adventure game where you can walk in the spot to move, grab in-game items with your arms to solve puzzles, thrust your arms to slice a sword, and talk to characters using your actual voice?

  The possibilities are practically limitless.I am excited!

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

• GAME Midnight launch for Kinect

  Kinect for Xbox launched in the UK on 10th November, 2010.

  
  

  Microsoft invited us to experience the countdown to the launch of Kinect at the celebrity party on the evening of the 9th. Billed as 'the most anticipated and exciting launch in entertainment history' and hosted at London's Natural History Museum, the party featured presenter Kate Thornton with music from The Wanted and Leona Lewis, and skating for all those who were brave enough!

  The party was followed by a midnight launch at GAME stores across the UK.

  Find out what happened here.

   

• GAME Stores Managers Kinect Preview!

  Kinect Hands On With Game Store Managers

  Microsoft invited some of our Store Managers over to E3 to get up a first hand look at Kinect. We went with them to see how they got on and to capture some of the action on video. The demos took place in Microsoft's VIP area, away from the hurly-burley of the main convention halls.

  Robert, who plays a lot of FIFA was first up to try Kinect and opted to take Kinect Joyride for a spin. After 10 minutes of frantic Gameplay that saw Robert leaning into the corners, executing elegant 360 pirouettes (to perform air-borne stunts on the jumps) and pumping his arms forward to activate the boost functions, Robert looked hot and happy.

  "That's amazing" he said, "the responsiveness and accuracy are outstanding. It's totally immersive and once you get over the weirdness of not having a pad in your hand, it feels very natural."
  Sean and Craig, who tried Kinect Adventures (which involved a lot of dodging, jumping, leaning and ducking) reported that the game play was perfectly judged, especially when playing in two player mode.

  Their fellow store managers found it highly amusing to watch as they leapt in unison and posed for the in-game photos.

  Next up were Chris and Kyle on Dance Central. Both of these guys are self confessed hardcore gamers who talk of all night COD sessions and 60 frames per second, so it was a bit of a surprise to see them so keen to strut their funky stuff in front of the Kinect sensor. Harmonix Dance Central perfectly highlighted the full ability of the Kinect sensor to track your body movements, from ankle flexes, to elbow throws to thunderbolts and hip swings.

  Both of the guys seemed to forget their surroundings as they got sucked into the experience. Like all of our store managers, they like to win, and the two player battle mode soon had them dancing like dervishes. Who won? Well some things that go on tour should stay on tour!

  What did the guys think of Kinect? Being hardened gamers and in the "industry" the acid test question is, would they buy it? All of the guys responded with a resounding (and very American) "Hell yeah" - well what they actually said was a little more Anglo Saxon than that!

• Gamescom 2010: Kinect dated, mobile gaming and a classic returns!

  Kinect - Released: 10/11/10

  Microsoft kick off Gamescom announcing that Kinect, there Controller free way of gaming will be launched November 10th! Kinect allows you to step into your games and makes the experience more interactive! Also Microsoft are preparing to unveil more information and features regarding Kinect and it's software as the now announced launch date of November 10th draws closer!

  Microsoft will also be unveiling the first selection of Xbox Live games to launch on the Window Phone 7! With Avatars, Achievements and friends being accessible in the palm of your hand.

  Also for those who love their PC gaming Microsoft are set to show the newest addition to the much loved "Age of Empires" in the form of "Age of Empires Online", which have something for the Age of Empires veterans and newcomers alike!

  Also at Gamescom are two of Microsoft's biggest titles for this year; Fable III and Halo Reach!
  

• Xbox enjoys biggest year ever in 2010

  Xbox 360 may have celebrated its fifth birthday in 2010, but according to Microsoft the console is going from strength to strength.
  
  The platform holder has revealed that the last 12 months was the biggest year ever for Xbox, with total sales of the high-definition console surging past 50 million worldwide.
  
  It means that the system has now doubled the total sales figure of the original Xbox.
  
  In the last 12 months, Xbox 360 has seen momentous exclusive launches such as the smash-hit Halo: Reach, while a redesigned version of the console with a sleek new look and built-in wi-fi has also been released.
  
  Moreover, November 2010 marked the debut of the revolutionary motion-sensing device Kinect, of which a massive eight million units have already been sold globally.
  
  A spokesperson from Microsoft said: "2010 was just the beginning. Stay tuned for more developments in the living room from Xbox and our partners in 2011."

  Published: 14/01/2011

• Michael Jackson: The Experience hits PS3 and Xbox 360 in April 2011

  Ubisoft has confirmed that the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 editions of Michael Jackson: The Experience will be released in April 2011.
  
  The music game - which has already proven a smash hit on Wii, DS and PSP - will arrive on the high-definition consoles offering full Kinect and PlayStation Move compatibility, as well as exclusive gameplay features.
  
  For example, the Xbox 360 version of the game will be the only one to support full-body movement tracking, while the PlayStation 3 edition includes an automatic Facebook feed that lets players share photos of themselves with their friends.
  
  To date, the currently available versions of Michael Jackson: The Experience have sold more than two million copies.
  
  The Wii edition allows players to sing and dance along to some of the King of Pop's greatest hits, including Billie Jean, Thriller, Earth Song and Smooth Criminal.
  
  Ubisoft stated that even more tracks will be available for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions, including Blood on the Dance Floor and I Just Can't Stop Loving You.

  Published: 07/01/2011

• Kinect sales pass eight million worldwide

  Hit motion-sensing Xbox 360 peripheral Kinect has rocketed past the eight million unit sales mark, obliterating Microsoft's expectations in the process.
  
  Speaking at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show, the Xbox 360 platform holder revealed that the controller-free gaming device has passed the milestone figure in 60 days, easily surpassing its pre-release prediction of five million sales by this point.
  
  Kinect has been flying off the shelves since its November 2010 debut, with players worldwide proving keen to experience the novelty of controlling games using their body movements alone.
  
  The sophisticated device is able to track users' motions precisely in three dimensions and also offers facial and voice recognition, with new features set to be added over the course of the year.
  
  Microsoft's David Dennis said Kinect is a key part of the company's efforts to "continue to reinvent what you think of as the Xbox".
  
  2011 looks set to be another big year for Kinect, with high-profile titles such as Forza Motorsport 4 due to launch for the device in the next 12 months.

  Published: 07/01/2011

• Politicians play Kinect Sports at special gaming event

  Some of the UK's leading political figures have received a crash course in the joys of videogames at a special event held in the House of Commons last week.
  
  Gamers' Voice, a lobby group representing gaming fans across the country, was responsible for organising Parliamentary Games Day, which saw sixteen MPs meeting up with figures from the videogame industry to play some top titles.
  
  During the event, Conservative minister John Whittingdale and Liberal Democrat Don Foster duked it out in a high-energy Kinect Sports boxing match, while other MPs such as Ed Vaizey, Luciana Berger and Keith Vaz got stuck into various Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii games.
  
  The politicians were also able to have a chat with top British game designers such as Ian Livingstone and Jon Hare.
  
  Ms Berger later tweeted that Parliamentary Games Day was "the best event I've been to in parliament so far in 2011".
  
  Kinect Sports, developed by famous British studio Rare, has proven to be just as big a hit with UK gamers as it was with the MPs, as the title is the top-selling Kinect game released to date.

  Published: 17/01/2011

• Virtua Tennis 4 confirmed for Xbox 360 and Wii

  Sega has revealed that its forthcoming sports game Virtua Tennis 4 will be making its way to Xbox 360 and Wii as well as PlayStation 3.
  
  The publisher confirmed that Microsoft and Nintendo console owners will also get the chance to experience the latest instalment of the top-selling tennis series when it launches in spring 2011.
  
  Both versions will be optimised to support motion controls, which means that Xbox 360 owners with Kinect sensors will be able to unleash shots using their body movements alone.
  
  Virtua Tennis 4 is being developed by the original Japanese Virtua Tennis team and is set to introduce a World Tour career mode that offers a different experience each time, based on the decisions players make.
  
  It will also feature big-name stars such as Roger Federer, Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal.
  
  Sega's Gary Knight said: "Virtua Tennis 4 is going to be a massive push forward for the series."
  
  Tennis fans are to be spoiled for choice this year, as 2K Sports recently revealed that it will also be launching Top Spin 4 this March.

  Published: 21/01/2011

• Kinect at E3 2010

  Project Natalecomes Kinect at E3 2010!

  At last year's E3 games event, Microsoft blew everyone away with the announcement ofinect, the in-development 'motion-sensing controller' for Xbox 360 that reads gamers' body movements and voice commands, enabling a new breed of games to be played without the need to physically touch a controller.

  Last night, Microsoft put on an awesome and bizarre Experience event right before this year's E3, where it announced thatinect would now officially be called 'Kinect'. Cirque Du Soleil performers demoed a range of titles in a surreal forest setting that also included ponchos and an elephant! Kinect looks set to be on something truly special, while vastly increasing the appeal of the Xbox 360 console far and wide!

  Set to be launched later this year, we can't wait to see what games will be compatible with Kinect.

  Watch this space for more details on Kinect's first games!

  While the 'Experience' event certainly amazed and surprised everyone, (some attendees were said to be "terrified" at first!), it left a good impression on just what Kinect may be capable of. At the very least, it should dramatically broaden the appeal of the Xbox 360, making it a console system that will be suitable for everyone, and not just serious hardcore gamers.

  And while it will potentially provide some very healthy competition for the Wii in offering entertainment that is more than just games, Microsoft insists it is fundamentally different to Nintendo's family-friendly console.

  "This [Kinect] is about my body being the controller and being able to communicate with just my voice to the system," said Microsoft's Marc Whitten and if Kinect lives up to its billing, a whole new era of gaming awaits.

  
• New Release Round-Up: 12th November 2010

  This week's new GAME releases see you engage in secret Cold War battles, use your body as the controller, speed around an amusement park in space, and manage your own community...

  Opping mad

  The biggest-selling action FPS series of all time returns with Call of Duty: Black Ops (X360, PS3, Wii, PC, DSi, DS Lite). It sees you battling in secret conflicts across the globe as elite soldiers in deniable operations under the veil of the Cold War.

  Black Ops also features the franchise's highly praised multiplayer component, offering fast-paced combat with more features than ever before.

  You are the controller

  Kinect for Xbox 360 (X360) brings games and entertainment experiences to life in new and extraordinary ways as your body and voice become the controller. Kinect uses full-body tracking to put you at the centre of the action, with your body movements and voice commands mirrored in-game.

  Kinect comes with Kinect Adventures, which sees you jump, dodge and kick your way through exciting adventures in a variety of exotic locations.

  Going for gold

  Sports party game Kinect Sports (Requires Kinect) (X360) features Soccer, Bowling, Boxing, Beach Volleyball, Table Tennis and Track and Field events.

  Play solo or with friends, using your body as the controller as you compete to become the star player.
  

  Tear up the dance floor

  Dance Central (Requires Kinect) (X360) features over 90 dance routines and 600 moves, plus tracks from the world's hottest artists!

  Without any plastic instruments or mats to worry about, this is possibly the most immersive dance video game ever, letting your feet do the talking, with no controller in sight.

  Animal magic

  Kinectimals (Requires Kinect) (X360) invites animal lovers of all ages to build fun, lasting and interactive relationships with a selection of cute pets, including a lion and a Bengal tiger.

  Your new best friends will react to your body gestures and voice commands as you play with and train them.

  Take the wheel

  Kinect Joyride (Requires Kinect) (X360) lets you go on the ride of your life - with no steering wheel required.

  You'll pump your hands forward for speed, and bend and move to hug the curves and perform stunts in this relentless kart racer, which offers solo and competitive multiplayer options.

  Sim-ple life

  A strategic life simulation game, The Sims 3 (Wii) lets you create your own Sims, give them unique personalities and control their destinies. As you guide them through life you'll complete challenges, customise environments and explore your neighbourhood to discover its secrets.

  For the first time ever, you can also share the fun with a friend in the co-op buddy mode, or compete against three others in the Life Moments Game.

  Blue blur

  In Sonic Colours (Wii, DSi, DS Lite), the diabolical Dr. Eggman has abducted an alien race and is harnessing its powers to fuel a sinister plot for world domination.

  As Sonic, it's up to you to use these alien powers for the force of good and foil his plans. It's a fast-paced adventure across an interstellar amusement park featuring imaginative power ups and explosive boss fights.
  

  Also out this week:

  • BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger Portable (PSP)
  • Cooking Mama World: Hobbies and Fun (DSi, DS Lite)
  • Cooking Mama World: Babysitting Mama (Wii)
  • Crossboard 7 (Requires Kinect) (X360)
  • Doctor Who: Evacuation Earth (DS)
  • Drag & Stock Racer [Racing Wheel Bundle] (Wii)
  • Fighters Uncaged (Requires Kinect) (X360)
  • Game Party in Motion (Requires Kinect) (X360)
  • Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley (PSP)
  • Invisimals: Shadow Zone (PSP)
  • Monopoly Streets (X360)
  • Motion Sports (Requires Kinect) (X360)
  • Sonic Free Riders (Requires Kinect) (X360)
  • Tom Clancy's HAWX 2 (Wii, PC)
  • Venetica (X360, PS3, PC)
  • Rally Racer [Racing Wheel Bundle] (Wii)
  • Your Shape Fitness Evolved (Requires Kinect) (X360)

  Published: 12/11/2010

• Forza Motorsport 4 to feature Halo's Warthog

  Forza Motorsport 4 is to offer a special treat for Halo fans with the inclusion of the sci-fi shooter series' iconic Warthog.

  The gun-mounted all-terrain vehicle will be among the model on display in the new Xbox 360 racer's Autovista mode, which gives players a virtual tour of some of the world's most stylish cars.

  It means Halo lovers will be able to walk around and interact with the Warthog as though it were right in front of them, learning more about its specifications and features.

  To sweeten the deal further, the Warthog featured in the game will be a new model from the upcoming Halo 4, while the experience will be narrated by Cortana, Master Chief's popular AI companion from the classic games.

  Forza Motorsport 4 will launch in the UK next month and will feature hundreds of meticulously detailed cars from more than 80 manufacturers.

  It will also feature support for Kinect, increasing the immersion offered by Autovista mode even further and making it seem like players truly are interacting with vehicles such as the Warthog.

  Published: 02/09/2011

• Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster out now for Kinect

  Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster out now for Kinect

  Warner Bros Interactive has reminded Xbox 360 owners that its new family-friendly Kinect game Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster is out now in UK stores.

  The new title presents a whimsical and charming storybook-style adventure starring some of the most beloved characters from the iconic children's TV show, including Cookie Monster and Elmo.

  By running, jumping and dancing, young gamers can interact with a world of loveable monsters, making new friendships while learning life skills in classic Sesame Street style.

  It features drop-in, drop-out cooperative gameplay that makes it perfect for parents and their kids to enjoy together.

  Once Upon a Monster is developed by the acclaimed Double Fine Productions, led by legendary designer Tim Schafer, who said he has been promising this title to his daughter for some time.

  "I'm very grateful to Warner Bros, Sesame Workshop and the extremely dedicated team behind Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster for helping me make good on that promise to her," he said.

  Published: 14/10/2011

• Microsoft details Kinect features for Halo: Anniversary

  Microsoft details Kinect features for Halo: Anniversary

  Microsoft has provided Xbox 360 gamers with details of what to expect from the Kinect functionality included in the upcoming Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary.

  During a presentation at the New York Comic Convention, it was revealed that the revamped version of the classic Halo: Combat Evolved will feature voice control options across its many modes.

  Players will be able to use spoken commands to reload their weapons and hurl grenades, as well as to toggle between the classic Xbox graphics and the remastered visuals of the Xbox 360 anniversary edition.

  The game will also introduce a new Analyse feature, which allows gamers to use the voice command "scan" to gather data on the different characters, vehicles and environments they will encounter.

  This information will be saved to a comprehensive index called the Library, which can be navigated using gesture controls.

  Halo: Anniversary is coming next month, with those who pre-order it from GAME receiving an exclusive mini art book.

  Published: 17/10/2011

• Kinect for the Core

  When Kinect was launched with titles such as Kinect Adventures and Kinect Joyride, some thought Microsoft's new motion control technology had abandoned the hardcore gamer, but all along the developers were thinking about you.
  
  There are two types of Kinect games. Some can only use Kinect to work, they are controlled purely by it's motion control and voice recognition interface, and can't use a controller. There are other Xbox 360 games that can use Kinect to enhance the game-play with the additional features that Kinect offers.
  
  Below we have a selection of games that are compatible with Kinect and are excellent examples of how Kinect can improve the world for the Core gamer.

  

  Child of Eden

  
  Offering a magical experience, Child of Eden is a game for the senses . Using elegant game-play mechanics to create a hugely immersive, first-person shooter. When you shoot, the music and the world around you shifts, the whole game ripples with gameplay. More than a game ,Child of Eden is an experience and can be done justice with words, an incredible title that needs to be played to be believed.

  

  Ghost Recon Future Soldier

  
  You are a ghost. The first, first-person shooter that allows you to operate solely with Kinect. Reload, zoom and fire with simple gestures. Bring down your enemies in a hail of bullets with a flick of your hand. Navigate the menu customise your weapons with voice control and hand gestures. Is it perfect? Well, wel let you be the judge of that!

  

  Mass Effect 3

  
  No messing around here this is a definitive hardcore Game. Mass Effect 3 is great example of how Kinect can enhance the gameplay of real games in a way that other consoles can currently compete with. Taking advantage of Kinect advanced voice software you can control your squad in combat with commands, giving yourself that extra edge. When out of combat, the same software allows you to take control in conversations so you need never click for your response again. If you have to save the universe, do it in style,and do it with Kinect.

  

  Forza Motorsport 4

  
  Forza 4 has Kinect integration in almost every area of the game. If you love cars, then the auto vista is for you, exploring every feature of the car with your hands, with Jeremy Clarkson providing a detailed voiceover. When racing, Kinect tracks your movement, enabling you to check your mirrors with a gentle turn of your head. It even allows you to steer the car using Kinect, putting you more firmly in the drivers seat than ever before.

  

  Rise of Nightmares

  
  Created by the guy behind, the classic, House of the Dead, this is clearly not a title for your mum! It gritty, it bloody, it full of zombies and you will die all the time. . . Either by being ripped apart by the hordes of undead or sliced in half by deadly traps, Rise of Nightmares is not a game for the faint hearted. You are the controller, so hold onto your limbs.

  

  UFC Trainer

  UFC Trainer takes fitness games to the next level, there is nothing family friendly about this. Certified by UFC, you know the experience is going to be intense. Build a routine that is right for you, get the benefits and see the results. Using the same techniques as some of the most tough, disciplined men in the world. So if you want to build up your strength, get fit or lose weight, UFC Trainer is the hardcore game for you.

  Final Word

  
  The games on this page are a but a few of the incredible range of games that Kinect can improve. With more coming out all the time, Kinect is soon to become an essential accessory for every gamer.

  Published: 23/11/2011

As a valued customer we now offer you the facility to sign up to email price alerts. Please enter the price you want to be, or below, and if drops to that level we will let you know...