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About video game consoles

Ever since machines like the Odyssey and Atari were released in the 1970s, children and adults alike have been taken with the energy, excitement, and dynamism of video games. Video game consoles have come a long way since those days, and today several systems have captured the hearts of avid gamers. 

Video consoles are generally systems connected to a display device, like a television, on which to broadcast the game. Gaming consoles differ from personal computers in that they typically have powerful, advanced graphics capabilities. Still, they are low on storage since the games are either accessed through a cartridge, disk, or digital distribution. 

Players use a video game controller to engage with the game using a system of arrows, triggers, and other buttons to move through the game. Some games can be enjoyed with another player in the same room using a different controller or with other players joining the game through Internet game rooms.

Among the different consoles available, some consoles are stationary and connected to a television. Hand-held gaming consoles are self-contained, portable systems that include the screen and controls in one device. Both types of gaming systems can generally play multiple games. When it comes to deciding which console is best for you, one thing to note is that certain games are only available for some systems. So, if there is a particular game that you really want to enjoy, make sure that you choose the appropriate console that supports this content.

Types of video game consoles

Whether you are an avid gamer or just getting into the exciting world of video games, consider the different types of gaming experiences that exist. Some of these categories include:
  • Stationary gaming consoles: Gaming heavy-hitters like Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation are examples of this kind of system, with available wired or wireless controllers and online subscriptions to games, updates, gaming add-ons, and more.
  • Nostalgia consoles: There is a growing interest among the younger generation in the types of games that adults played in "the old days" (read: the 1980s). Gaming systems like the Sega Genesis and the Nintendo 64 fly off the shelves and present another fun gaming alternative for family and friends to enjoy. 
  • Hand-held gaming consoles: Wireless, hand-held systems like the Nintendo Switch allow players to enjoy their games from just about anywhere. 
Whether you are looking for a video console or simply want to build up your library of video games, check out Instacart for a great selection of devices and games that will keep you and the family fully entertained. 

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