The New Xbox Experience

It’s official, Project Natal has moved beyond its codename pseudonym and received its official name… Kinect. I think it’s perfect. Combining the key aspects of the Xbox 360 add-on: Being virtually connected to our consoles with the physical kinetic attribute of how we will be controlling them in games, entertainment, and more.

One of the coolest things about what the new Xbox 360 Experience is bringing to the table is that it is truly going to transform the living/family room. Not just by its unique gaming experience, and the ability of families being able to play together but… also by offering something unique for every member of the household. The overall strategy and direction Xbox has taken is pure genius. If they keep this up, Microsoft may well become one of the major players in our living room in the coming years.

From a gaming perspective Kinect for Xbox 360 is poised to open up entirely new audiences for Xbox – those that, up till now, have been accustomed to the Wii – families. Entire families. And they’ll move from the Wii too. Here why:

UPDATE 10/21/2010:

• Microsoft just announced that the official launch of Microsoft Kinect will take place at Toys”R”Us, in Times Square, New York where you will get to play exclusive games before their release date, free-prizes and exclusive performances.
• Official Launch Date: November 4, 2010

For Kids:

For Women:

For Families:

For Sports Fans:

For Gamers (Who, at this time, still need a controller):

With everything Kinect for Xbox 360 and Xbox Live has to offer, it will soon become a household appliance, as opposed to just another gaming console.

Watch a replay of the Xbox 360 live keynote from E3 2010.