Gaming platforms

• Devices specifically created just to play videogames
• Usually connected to TV screens to see the visual output
• Popular consoles are the Xbox and PlayStation
• These have become handy names for consoles

Advantages

• Easy to use and set up
• Can play console-only games that are exclusive
• Can be active through wireless controllers
• Can connect to the internet and make gaming more social

Disadvantages

• Can be expensive to buy
• Poor graphics
• Not portable

• Light and small
• Feature their own display unit
• Contains the speakers, screen and controls in one unit
• Popularised by the introduction of the GameBoy by Nintendo

Advantages

• Portable
• Small and light
• Easy to use

Disadvantages

• Not as advanced as consoles in technology
• Poor battery life
• Uncomfortable controls=bad posture

• Played on phones or handheld tablets
• Usually built for the phones' OS
• Games are available for free or a small fee
• Variety of production values

Advantages

• Portable and light
• Most people have a mobile
• Most games are free

Disadvantages

• Potential distraction
• Out of control spending
• Can cause sleep issues

• Can be plugged into the TV and becomes a console game
• Can also be unplugged and used as a handheld device
• Contains two controllers for controller play
• Contains a camera and motion detector too
• Touch-screen technology
• Connects to a charger lead so no need for batteries
• Has Bluetooth and wifi capabilities for online play
• Uses and Eshop to buy games and DLC digitally
• Known as a cross-over console that crosses the boundaries between console gaming and handheld gaming