It all depends on how keen developers are on picking up the technology for their game development. I mean, given the potential of the Wii, many people assumed developers would jump on that technology like crazy, but in reality few were willing to break so far away from the norm, especially when a game can make or break based on intuitivity of its controls. I think we're most likely going to see a few Microsoft/Natal funded projects that'll be impressive in their own rights, but at the end of the day, people will still flock to controllers and keyboards for their gaming.
Usability? Obviously by looking at the video the other user posted there are no signs of driving games and boxing :/ It looks like it will be based on interactive games. Why would they come up with this A.I. who can talk back to you and respond in real time with emotions, etc. and have/show feelings and then use it in a racing game or boxing? Will the race driver talk to you? Or opponent in boxing beg for mercy and ask you to please hit softer? You have the wrong ideas about what this will be used for. It also shows you can feel around in the environment (the water and fish) and actually communicate through drawings, writing, etc. The A.I. throws you goggles and you have to act as if you are putting them on. This is FAR more than something to be implemented in a shooting game or action game. It would be compatible with games which you immerse yourself in the game play and environment and have to become a part of it. I can see it being used in games such as the SIMS for example. Its very usable, just because it isn't for your favorite type of games doesn't mean it isn't for all others. Also it's just an amazing piece of technology. Reminds me a lot of the Ironman movie. When he is building the suit and moves things around with a glove and communicates with the computer or whatever it is. It is more than something to be used gaming wise it can be implemented in businesses as well.
I think shynes is right honestly. In the last sentence you said shynes you mencion the part of the iron man movie. Well if you know that part of tecnology is already being made because for example in the business of vehicles the cars can be constructed by machines. Of course its not like a computer with a soul and ''brains''. That i think its gonna be impossible in the next 50 years. I wonder how technology will be..
I think it could be revolutionary. However, that being said, it could go both ways. We could get something that is completely awesome and unique that changes the way all games are played. Or it could be a complete disaster and need lots and lots of tweaking. I am sure once the product comes out it will draw big numbers, but in the long run I am not sure what to expect from it. I think its a pretty cool idea and very nice concept from when I watched E3, so ultimately I cannot wait to see and try the final product when it is released.
Saw a video that says Steven Spielberg is endorsing it so its win. Also saw some games for it and it's very interactive. Your body is processed in the game and you control everything that happens. Was pretty cool.
