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iPhone 3GS: Prepare For a 3D Graphics Shock

Half-Life 2 on PC. The 3GS GPU has all the features required to do this

The new iPhone CPU is getting a lot of buzz, and for sure, it will make the iPhone 3GS more responsive than its predecessors, but I think that most users will be "shocked" to see how powerful the iPhone 3GS is for 3D graphics. Obviously, you have seen the specifications: we're going from a fixed-pipeline graphics architecture to an Open GL 2.0 ES one. But put in simple terms, it's like going from Half Life to Half Life 2.

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STK0266180d ago

Enjoy your 30 minutes to 2 hours of battery life? Sure, the iPhone 3GS and, most likely, the 3rd generation iTouch (which I'll be buying when it's released) will most likely have some great graphics for some games, but after a few months of experience with my 1st gen iTouch, I can say that battery life is a problem when gaming on your iTouch, and despite the better battery they're putting in the 3GS, the specs are also more demanding, power-wise.

The thing is, when your PSP or DS goes out of battery, it's somewhat okay. But when your phone or iPod goes out of power, it's usually more of a problem, since I use it for much more than gaming, all day long. So draining the battery too quickly is quite inconvenient.

Ju6180d ago

Yup. ipod maybe not a such a big problem (stop listening to music) but if your phone is out ? Bad luck. Best on road trips when the battery of your phone dies in the middle of nowhere... ;)

Microsoft Xbox 3606180d ago (Edited 6180d ago )

To tops things all off the battery isn't removable. You don't know how much times my 2g iPhone has died on me when playing that damn online poker game. lol.

ChrisGTR16180d ago

have you guys ever heard of wall chargers? cigarette lighter adaptors? computers with a usb port? complaining about the battery life for a cellphone while playing games on it is pretty stupid. your acting like the only place you can charge a phone is at your house at night.

STK0266180d ago

still, only getting maybe something like 1-2 hours on it while playing is quite small. I don't spend my day in a car or inside. The reason why I have and use such a device is usually because I'm outside, on the go. If I had my computer ready, I wouldn't be playing some bloody games on my iPhone/iPod Touch.

talltony6180d ago

I am worried about is if they will actually make apps specifically for the GS.

dragunrising6180d ago

I can see your point, however, we live in an age of instant gratification. The fact is that the iphone 3Gs is still most importantly a phone. Gaming is a novelty when you have to worry about battery life. As mentioned above, I see the new CPU being a much better fit for the iPod Touch.

Jinxstar6180d ago

It has a 6 hours Wireless life and 30 hour talk time... Dunno about stand by. So it's better then the last one. I'd expect at least a few hours of battery. Anyway I preordered mine. I work 24 hours shifts at the fire dept and this will be a good way to pass downtime. I mean the PSP is great but now I can actually surf the web without having blocked sites. Also I can tweet at comic con to find out where X,Y or Z games are and a lot of other stuff. =D

Lawliet6180d ago

Totally agree with ya... iPhone is a piece of amazing tech. Its purpose is to serve AS a Next-Gen PHONE, gaming is just an add-on.

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BYE6180d ago

OK, but are there enough companies who are willing to spend huge amounts of cash on producing a game that is up there?

DevastationEve6180d ago

seriously, what good games will there be? and when will it start moving away from just little brick games to something as high budgeted as a half life game?!

having the power is great. having the proof is better.

yaygames6180d ago

exactly, the only company taking advantage of the current hardware seems to be gameloft. Other samller games (more addictive and fun IMO) allowfor more innovation and less cost.

Iphone games = Quick fun

SpoonyRedMage6180d ago

And yet still rubbish controls...

Kroganwrex6180d ago

None of this processing power is useful when you dont have ANY buttons.

LevDog6180d ago

Tell that to project Natal..

Kamikaze1356180d ago

Hmmm....

Some DS games are guilty of doing this. I've played some really fun Playstation Eye games as well. Some iPod Touch games are also pretty impressive considering that there aren't any physical buttons.

DJ6180d ago

But it can still be fun. MGS Touch is a great example.

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Top Racers Need Top Gear – Introducing the Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Controller and Headset

Omar writes: "With the Horizon Festival coming to breathtaking Japan, you’ll need the essential gear to prove you’ve got what it takes to become a Horizon Legend as you cruise, drift and explore an open world full of spectacular driving experiences. That’s why we’re happy to announce the newest Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller and Wireless Headset collection, featuring inspired designs from Forza Horizon 6. The bright cyan and lime colorways celebrate the Horizon Festival’s recognition of iconic cars and hit music, with special features that are sure to impress any collector."

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Killer2020UK24d ago

Oh my, that is one gaudy design

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UKIE: UK games market reaches £8.7bn in 2025

Growth driven by digital software and console hardware sales.

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Agent7532d ago

Probably down to the high cost of gaming. Controllers and racing wheels can cost as much as consoles.

Reaper22_31d ago

This is why there will always be competition in gaming. The possibilities to make huge profits is just too enticing.

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Hideo Kojima put Low Roar in Death Stranding because gamers need more culture in their lives

It's important in life to maintain a broad palette when it comes to culture and the arts. Hideo Kojima agrees, as he continues to use video games like Death Stranding to introduce people to music and other elements they might not otherwise discover.

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