We are seeing many changes today in the video game industry, and one of the bigger transformations is a merge towards more healthy gaming options. Games and even entire console systems are being created to help encourage the gamer to get up and get moving. There is a higher focus on educational games as well as fitness games. It’s all about helping to promote healthier life choices.
"Going back a few console generations, gaming experienced a surge of rhythm-based games. From shredding out in Guitar Hero to hitting the floor in Dance Central, game started crossing the line between general, real world practices and digital entertainment. Like most other genres, rhythm games became saturated and dipped off in popularity." --PlayStation Enthusiast
Stop these articles, christmas is over. At the least come up with a different title, I mean its January 4 already.
Remember a few years ago, when all the cool kids were hooked to the ‘Guitar Hero’ and ‘Rock Band’ games. It gave a chance for all the wannabe rockstars to do some of their favorite posing without an air guitar. Admittedly, it was a fun experience that revived the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll for a new generation.
The rumors are swirling, so The Geek Culture has a few suggestions on how Activision can bring back Guitar Hero right.
Just ask Nintendo. Fitness games are where the money lies. Women and kids are the real spenders in the family. Get them and you will reap success.