By: William Moore
Who should play?
- Many families looking to spend time together have turned to video games as a way to connect.
- With the current economic conditions, video games are an affordable option for spending time together.
What should you play?
- Many game companies are producing family-friendly “party” games that are fun for up to four people.
- Games such as “Mario Party” present a traditional multiplayer board game in video game format.
- Music games such as “Guitar Hero” and “Rock Band” let you take on the persona of a rock star as you perform classic hits using instrument peripherals.
Wii want to play!
- The popular Nintendo Wii uses a remote and sensor bar to detect movements, getting gamers off the couch as they perform actions such as playing tennis or bowling.
- Boxing, golf and archery are among some of the many sports and activities that can be replicated in your living room using the Wii.
Why should the family play?
- Many parents struggle to find ways to connect with their kids. By joining the kids in a friendly and fun video game, many parents have found new ways to connect.
- A single game costs around the same or even less than the amount it would take for a family of four to go to dinner and a movie. Compared to the one night of entertainment, a video game can provide weeks of family fun.
Edited by: Chelsea Cook
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This is easy to read, but it's hard to get a sense of the story. You need to conceptualize what you're trying to get across and how to break it down. The "Who should play" answers at the top are very similar to the "Why should the family play" answers at the bottom. They're simply rephrased.
ReplyDeleteIf the point of the story is that video games are family-friendly, focus on that and get specific information about how many homes have video game consuls, if families are really playing together rather than it just being a children's activity, how much the games cost vs. other activities, etc.
If you want to talk about the characteristics of various games, don't just describe the Wii -- talk about PlayStation and other options families have. Compare the features and prices, so people can make a choice.
Alternative formats require focus, precision and sourcing, just as traditional stories do.