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WHAT'S INSIDE: GAMES & GEAR

Video games have come of age as an entertainment medium and the technology continues to mature. Learn about how your favorite video game consoles work, and see what's on the gaming horizon.

Video Game Peripherals
Video Game Development
Video Game Titles
Video Game Systems
Other Games & Gear

Video Game Peripherals
Before you can play the game, you’ve got to know your peripherals. Learn how joysticks, light guns and other devices work.
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Video Game Development
Ever wonder how video games are developed? We look at the creation of your favorite games and technologies. Read how 3DO creates their games, what game ratings mean or how game characters move so fluidly.
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Video Game Titles
Explore the inner-workings of your favorite video game titles. Learn more about Halo 3 and America's Army, among others.
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Video Game Systems
What’s in a video game system? We'll explore the answers, highlighting games such as Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and the Wii, among others.
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Other Games & Gear
Learn more about things like chess computers, Neopets.com and more.
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How the ESRB Works

With sales topping $7 billion last year the focus on game ratings will only intensify. Find out how the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) rates games how the ratings are enforced and how ratings affect game sales.

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PlayStation Network Quiz

Game on! Sony's PlayStation Network enables gamers to play their favortie console games online with friends. Do you have the skills to compete with this quiz?