The Xbox Kinect and Sony Move Motion Controllers – Top Christmas Gift for Video Game Lovers

If you are looking to get your teen the greatest and very latest in video game technology then the Playstation Move and Xbox Kinect are your best options.

These are the latest add-ons for Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 and will allow new motion controlled gaming which means more fun for the whole family.  These Microsoft and Sony devices were designed to compete with the Nintendo Wii, which everyone loves.

What does the Move and Kinect do?

Before you actually buy these controllers, it helps to understand what they do since the technology is fairly new.

The Xbox 360 Kinect Sensor:

The Kinect is designed without a controller and was first known as “Project Natal”.

Through a sensor bar, it can sense movements from your body and has the ability to control what is happening on the TV screen.

The Sony PlayStation Move Starter Bundle:

This one can sense a wide range of movements, is extremely sophisticated and does not use a controller.

It uses a navigational controller with a directional pad. Both available options create a whole new in-game experience and even the smallest amount of movement will be picked up.

It is very similar to the Nintendo Wii, however it goes a bit further.

The Different Purchase Options

If you plan to buy either of these motion sensors for your tween or teen this holiday season, then you need to be aware of the different options that are available.

If you already own the consoles, then both can be purchased separately. The PlayStation Move Starter Bundle with Sports Champions game costs about $100 for all the included items and the Kinect Sensor will cost $150 and includes a game called Kinect Adventures. If you prefer a bigger and better gift then both motion sensors can be bought with the consoles. Two versions of the Xbox and Kinect bundles are available: the 4GB console is $300 and the 250GB version is $400.  You can buy these in the Amazon Kinect Store.

The Playstation 3, 320 GB and Move bundle will also be priced at $400 and can be purchased in the Amazon PlayStation Move Store.

For Whom Should You Buy The Kinect and Move For?

The Move and Kinect were designed for both casual players as well as the more seasoned gamers. Very similar to the Nintendo Wii, the motion controllers have a tendency to get others involved whether they like to play video games or not. With that being said, the Kinect Sensor is supposed to be a little more family oriented than the Move, but it will depend on the console that the person already owns. They will already need to own the console in order for the accessories to be able to operate.

Should You Buy The Move Or Kinect?

Though they are classified as a “controller” or “accessory” for the consoles that already exist, they are in no way cheap.

They have the ability to upgrade the prior technology, which will change gaming and the price tag matches this ability. Even so, the PlayStation Move Starter Bundle and Kinect Sensor can guarantee hours of playing fun for your tweens and teens this holiday season. The best part is that the whole family can join in the fun!

Just be sure that your teen has the appropriate console, otherwise the console bundle with controller will need to be purchased.