Introduction It seems as if several new video games for various systems are
introduced every month. How can you keep up with
what''s coming? Instructions Difficulty: Moderately Easy Research Steps 1 Step One Log on to just about any search engine on the Internet, including Google or Yahoo, to name a few. 2 Step Two Look for the search engine''s video games category. A list of sites related to video games will appear. Some sites are geared twoard a specific game system, whether it''s Nintendo 64, PlayStation 2, or whatever. 3 Step Three Click on and review the various sites. These sites often give previews of upcoming releases and provide reviews of games that are on the market. Some sites use a rating system of stars or checks when evaluating games. 4 Step Four Determine which games you are interested in buying. Choosing the Game at the Store Steps 1 Step One Ask to demonstrate the games you are considering purchasing. 2 Step Two Consider the graphics. Are the images of high quality? 3 Step Three Consider the process of playing the game. How easy is it to play the game? Can you execute moves in the game easily, or are there difficulties in maneuvering characters? For example, is switching weapons difficult or easy? How long of a delay is there between commanding a character to perform a task and when the character responds to that command? Can others play the game with you and, if so, how many? Can you link two systems together? Is it fun to play? 4 Step Four Determine how easy it is to set up the game controller. Can you adjust the sound and music volume, and is the screen layout functional? 5 Step Five Consider the sound effects. The more creative, realistic and distinctive, the better. Does the game incorporate surround sound or stereo? 6 Step Six Consider the "intelligence" of the "enemy" in the game. How smart are its reactions to your moves? 7 Step Seven Consider how challenging the game is. If you can waltz through a game on "normal difficulty," then it is not too difficult to play. On the other hand, if you are annihilated consistently, the game may be too difficult for you to play. 8 Step Eight Determine an overall feeling about the game. Is it worth the money you will spend on it?