Video Games, The Ultimate Entertainers

Video games or computer games are same. Everybody loves video games and we all know that if we go in deep, we get addicted to them. It is true that they are very enticing and thrilling. Once you move in, it is hard to get out. Generally, people get obsessed with video games and one of the main reasons is the levels or stages. When we finish one stage or level, we strive hard to move ahead, on to the next level.

Video games are very popular, especially amongst youngsters. However, people from all walks of life love to play video games and you will be surprised to know that there was a group of old people, who were between 60-70 years and this group was known as “The Game Challengers.” This is one of the best examples of video game craze.

History of Video Games:

It was the year 1947, when the first electronic game was introduced with multiple display formats including the interactive electronic devices. This game was formerly known as Cathode Ray Tube Amusement Device.

After some years, tic-tac-toe emerged and created waves in the world of electronic games. That was the year 1952 and this game was created by Alexander S. Douglas which is famous till today.

Soon, various versions emerged such as tennis, ping-pong, etc; but in the year 1961, MIT students created Spacewar, which became the most popular game of that era.

Evolution of Video Games:

* 8-Bit Video Games: 8-bit video games gained popularity in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Nintendo was one of the major video game brands. 8-bit video games were loved by many as they included many sophisticated graphics, including the high definition sound system. Some of the famous 8-bit video games are as follows:

   1. Shaolin Kung-fu

   2. Mario

   3. Contra

   4. Road Runner

   5. Goonies

 
* 16-Bit Video Games: After 8-bit, emerged the ultimate 16-bit video games, which include the world famous Sega games. These games were highly sophisticated and attractive. Some of the famous games are:

 
   1. Mortal Kombat- I, II,III

   2. Sonic

   3. Contra Super

   4. Ultimate Cricket

* Sony PlayStation Evolution: During the late 1990s, Sony Entertainment emerged with ultimate gaming solutions by launching Sony PlayStation, which not only have grabbed the world of gaming but also have attracted game-haters to love video games. PlayStation is the world’s most-loved and valued game. There are 3 variants of PlayStations- I, II and III. Some of the world famous games of PlayStation are:

   1. Tekken

   2. Soul Blade

   3. Road Rash

   4. Need For Speed, popularly known as NFS

   5. GTA, aka Grand Theft Auto (a famous, but very controversial game).

Advantages:

    * Ultimate Entertainment

    * Fun with challenges as you can play with multiple players

    * Can boost your intellectual power

    * Increase in aptitude and thought process

    * One can learn new strategies.

 You can play alone or with your friends as video games offer multiple players’ option. You can log on to: directsource-games.com to know more.