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Microsoft unveils "Kinect" before opening of E3

Microsoft has debuted its latest motion-controlled system for xbox 360, Kinect.



Originally codenamed as Project Natal in its development, Kinect will rival Sony's Playstation "Move" and Ninetendo's "Wiimotion Plus".

Here's a brief review of Kinect on BBC News.

Kinect was shown off at a glitzy event alongside compatible games, which support the new hands-free interface and, in some cases, the facial and voice recognition capabilities.

These ranged from jumping and flying games to a yoga simulator and Star Wars shooter, in which players control a virtual light sabre and use hand gestures to control action on the screen.

There was also a virtual pet, which can be controlled and played with using Kinect. Microsoft says it will release the full details of its games at another media event on 14 June.

Another Kinect game that was demoed on the night was Dance Central from MTV Games which allows the player to coordinate their dance moves in time to an on-screen prompt.