If Nintendo and Sony have anything to say about it, 3-D is going to be the next big thing in gaming. At the Electronic Entertainment Exposition, better known as E3, the two giant Japanese game makers last week touted their own visions of the 3-D future. Here's a look:
SONY PLAYSTATION 3
What: Software upgrades allow users to play certain games in 3-D on their TVs. Games include "Killzone3" and "Gran Turismo 5."
The Good: Sony promises 20 3-D games by March, and you won't have to buy a new console to get the technology. Sony also unveiled a new motion system, similar to the Nintendo Wii's, that will be available in September.
Bummer: Pricey. It requires consumers invest in 3-D capable televisions and 3-D glasses. That kind of investment could easily run to more than $2,500.
Arrives: The company recently sent out a software update to 35 million PlayStation 3 game consoles and a handful of downloadable titles are already available in 3-D, including "Super Stardust" and "Wipe Out HD."
NINTENDO 3DS
What: Nintendo is concentrating on a much smaller screen, releasing a new version of its DS handheld dubbed the 3DS that will play 3-D games.
The Good: Consumers will be able to play the 3D games on the device, rather than needing to buy a new TV, and they won't need to wear any special glasses to see the 3-D effect. Among the 3-D titles in the works are "Madden NFL" from Electronic Arts, "Saints Row" from THQ and "Resident Evil" from Capcom.
Bummer: Consumers will have to buy a new device. Pricing has not been set.
Arrives: Nintendo says the 3DS will come out sometime before April.
A wire report
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