Microsoft Announces Gesture-Based, Controller-Free Gaming, Project Natal

As expected, at its E3 press conference yesterday, Microsoft announced plans for gesture-based gaming. The company brought director Steven Spielberg on stage to debut the forthcoming Project Natal.

Though clearly inspired by the success of Nintendo's WiiMote, Microsoft is attempting to go beyond that device with a controller-free sensor that tracks player movement sin 3D and recognizes user voices. You'll be able to control menus with a swipe of the hand. The technology will work with every Xbox 360. Games will include Ricochet and Paint Party.

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