The Best Toys of 2006 – Young Teen
XBOX Live Vision Camera
Manufacturer: Microsoft
Ages: Rated E
Suggested Retail Price: $80
What it is
The Xbox Live Vision Camera is an additional peripheral item, that when used with the Xbox 360, allows users to video chat, send video messages and hang out with friends and family in real-time video over their television.
Why it's fun
Online multi-player action is redefining home video game-play. It provides gamers with the ability to connect with friends around the world and play a game together.
The Xbox Live Vision Camera allows these gamers to both hear and see the other people they are playing with, which adds to the feeling of being together.
The camera also allows gamers to bring motion-based games to life by recognizing body movements, which then control the game's action.
Who's going to love it
Online gaming isn't just for sports and battle titles. Xbox Live users also have access to the popular Uno card game, puzzle solving games and Poker, which extends the appeal of the Xbox 360 to the casual gaming market. Off course sports and battle gaming fans will also love the video communications capabilities of this camera.
What to be aware of
Xbox Live Vision requires an Xbox Live Gold Membership for online multiplayer, co-op and some downloads. Some Xbox Live services require additional hardware (e.g., headset) and fees. Broadband Internet service (sold separately), Passport account, and hard drive (sold separately) or memory unit (sold separately) are required. Some broadband services may not work with Xbox Live and performance may vary.
Play by gamers under 13 requires parental consent.
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