GameSpy CES 2004
Live from Las Vegas we look at all the new high-tech consumer goodies that'll be coming your way this year.
By GameSpy Staff | Jan. 8-11, 2004



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CES Wrap Up: Raymond's Rant
Psylancer takes a jab at ApeXtreme, professes his love for LCOS, and shares his thoughts on CES 2004.



Justin Analyzes This CES Mess
"Violent Lee" gives a no-holds-barred account of ApeXtreme, Digital Games Summit, and other game goings-on at CES 2004.


CES 2004 Photo Essay
Exploring the show floor with only a digital camera and sarcastic intents. This is one GameSpy's visual diary of four days in tech heaven.


PC Game Copying Software Lives
Backing up your PC games has now become a whole lot easier.



Intel Inside... Your Television
The most dominant name in gaming CPUs unveils technology that may make it the most dominant name in gaming televisions.


Intel Scales its way into Mobile Gaming
The processor juggernaut shows off its miniature offerings at CES.



Girls Quakin' the Game
Nia Varney gears up for the females-only Quake 3 Cyber X Games tournament at CES.



Panasonic Gets Big With DLP
DLP, Rear Projection, Plasma, and LCD offer TV options in all price ranges.



Nyko Wireless Net Extender
Dumbing down the wi-fi revolution with a plug-and-play solution for console gamers.



Sony Wireless DVD Dream System (DAV-FR10W)
Wi-fi tech is inspiring all sorts of gadgets to ditch wires, including home theater rigs.



Logitech Shakes Things
Introduction of first force feedback joystick for PS2.




SphereX Xbox 5.1 Surround Sound System
Microsoft turns to newcomer SphereX to bring audio bliss to the big, green box.



ViewSonic N3000w LCD TV Display
Finally, a screen souped-up for your PC gaming and TV watching habits.



Gaming To Pump You Up!
The Powergrid kiloWatt is more exercise equipment than game peripheral, but it's still a good time.



Sprint and Sanyo Launch Video-Enabled Phone
Sanyo's VM4500 make cell phone video a reality.





CES 2004: Gaming Returns to the Show, Big Time!

Ever since the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) debuted, games have become a smaller and smaller part of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Once "the" event for gaming, the industry all but abandoned the tradeshow. Over the last few years, games have trickled back into the fold. Microsoft even chose the show to debut the Xbox in 2001. As consoles continue to evolve into multifunction multimedia devices, CES has become an increasingly important arena for the business. This year's CES has the largest gaming presence the show has seen in almost a decade.

To kick off our CES 2004 coverage, we'll start with the Digital Games Summit. A forum before the show officially starts, the Digital Games Summit is a series of keynotes and panels that covers several emerging areas in gaming. From consoles to mobile gaming to Hollywood games and more, we'll give you a rundown of the sessions.

We're expecting several exciting stories when the show kicks off. Microsoft promises to have a notable announcement. NVIDIA is bringing its considerable graphics prowess to the handheld space. Gaming is becoming a vital part of Sprint PCS service and we'll bring you the latest it has to offer. There are even a bunch of new, PC-based consoles trying to scratch their way into the billion-dollar market. We'll give you the lowdown on everything that catches our eye on the show floor as well.

Of course, you wouldn't be able to play a console game without a television. We'll tell you all about the upcoming models from your favorite companies, including Sony, Samsung, and more. From plasma to DLP to LCD to traditional tubes, you'll get a sneak peek at the set you'll be begging for come Christmas time. We've already been mesmerized by an HDTV plasma screen that measures over 70 inches. Imagine playing Soul Calibur II on that baby!

So please stick around. We'll be reporting from the show every day and you can check it all out from Thursday to Sunday. Enjoy!



Jan. 8, 2004


Analyze This... Console
A group of gaming analysts discuss what's now and what's next for console gaming.


Sports Game Panel Discussion
What does it take for sports title developers to really "have game?"


Taking Aim at Game Boy
Sony, Nokia, and Tapwave discuss their Game Boy Killers.


Polygonal Wedding: Hollywood and Gaming
Tinseltown and the interactive realm are finally starting to understand each other. Let the ceremony begin.


Researching the Game
Successful games dependent on market research and tools.


A Place For Product Placement
How did your favorite products get into your favorite game, and who got paid for them being there?


Making Work Out Of Play
Industry experts give you the straight facts about getting into game development.



Jan. 9, 2004


Microsoft Media Center Extender Kit
Make your Xbox a multimedia marvel with this add-on.




Counterstriking the Boys
This girl gamer is playing with the big boys, and ready to kick their butt at Counter-Strike.



ApeXtreme Personal Gaming Console
A PC and a game console had a baby, with the most unusual results.



Netgear Ethernet Wall Bridge
Extend you wireless network to your console, no matter where it may be.



Nyko AirFlo Wireless PS2 Controller
Going wireless is a breeze.




Nyko AirFlo Optical Mouse
Nyko helps you keep you cool while you double click.




Instant Consoles Gonna Get Ya
DISCover technology allows manufacturers to easily make console-like devices that can play PC games.



Sprint PCS Stresses Gaming and Community
The major mobile phone player lets its patrons play.



Motorola WR850G Wireless Router
Wi-Fi? Why not, especially when it's as cool as Motorola's new wireless network wizard?


THX in the Mix
THX takes first steps to standardize sound and visuals for games.


Sony Displays New Sets, Robots and Portable TV
Sony continues its display dominance.




Big Experience From Toshiba
Toshiba offers cinematic experience for gaming.




A Dutch Treat
Philips CES showing.




Enough With The Kiddie Stuff!
So-called "mature" games are selling like hotcakes. But what does "mature" mean, anyway?


The Cross-Pollination Formula
Why make a game when you can nurture a multi-industry franchise?



Jan. 10, 2004


From Halo 2 to Next-Gen Consoles
A surprisingly good show-before-the-show, with a grab bag of info on Xbox products, industry trends and other tasty gaming bits.


Flossin' the Rig with Xbox and PS2
Get your game on in your ride.




NVIDIA's on the Move
The graphics giant expounds on its plans in the handheld space.



Makers Of NES Want To Get You In Shape
Realistic sports games peripherals will make you sweat 'till you bleed. Too bad the graphics will make your eyes bleed, too.


Gametrac Delivers a New Era of Handheld Gaming
Tapwave and Nokia face new competition from a feisty gaming platform with GPS tracking and…direct marketing?


Sony Ericsson Offers Cars, Controllers
Bluetooth RC and Gameboard add new dimensions to mobile fun.



Sharp Puts the "P" in 1080
48 New AQUOS Sets Introduced at CES, including models that display in glorious 1080p.



Gemini Shows Off Console Motorsports Controller
You too can be a rebel without a cause on any console. Rev it up, Fonzie.



Qmotions-Golf
This novel peripheral helps you add more swing to your golf gaming.



Samsung Goes Big Time With Plasma
80" Plasma biggest at CES.




JAKKS Pacific TV Games Joysticks
Forget about buying a console. There's a lot ahead for these popular, stand-alone joysticks.



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