Players Recall Their Best And Worst Memories Of The Kinect
Microsoft introduced the Kinect back in 2010, a motion sensing device that promised to revolutionize the games industry. Despite the strong marketing and some initial hype, the platform failed to live up to its expectations, gamers having since largely forgotten about the Kinect. This particular piece of hardware has, on the other hand, finally resurfaced, users on Resetera answering the question "does anyone look back at the Kinect fondly?"
The Kinect was first released for the Xbox 360 and then a couple of years later for the Xbox One. The platform used a combination of cameras and sensors to track movement, allowing players to control games with their bodies rather than a traditional controller. Microsoft touted the device as a game changer that would revolutionize the way people played video games.
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The hardware generated quite a bit of buzz and was featured prominently in marketing campaigns. Microsoft invested heavily in the technology, but despite some initial interest on the part of players, the Kinect ultimately failed to catch on, many gamers finding the device to be imprecise and unreliable, with some even calling the platform a gimmick. In addition to its lackluster performance, the Kinect also faced criticism over privacy concerns. The cameras and sensors on the device raised questions about whether Microsoft was collecting data from players without their knowledge or consent.
Despite the technology being mostly forgotten, some gamers do actually have rather fond memories of the Kinect, several users on Resetera for example sharing their positive experiences with the device. “Kinect had a lot of potential and I wish Microsoft continued with it
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