E3 2006: Where games mean business
special coverage The biggest game show on the continent is in full swing with new games and booth babes.
Gamers have descended en masse on the Electronic Entertainment Expo, or E3, this week to try out the game goodies and hear the good word from luminaries like "Sims" creator Will Wright and Peter Molyneux, founder of Lionhead Studios. There will also be much scrutiny on the console front, with the Sony PS3 and Nintendo Wii gearing up to challenge Microsoft's Xbox 360.
Reporters' Roundtable: A look at E3
audio Beyond the glitz and gizmos, who were the winners and losers at this year's show? Join CNET News.com's Charlie Cooper, Jim Kerstetter, Ina Fried and Dan Terdiman to find out.May 12, 2006
Video game art pushing edges of realism
Exhibit highlights game artists who push the limits of technology or tell stories with subtler, more complex imagery.
May 15, 2006
Few games stand out at E3
While visitors to the trade show are excited about some games, namely Will Wright's "Spore," few titles cause a tremendous stir. May 12, 2006
Nintendo's Wii stealing show at E3
The wait to try out the console pushes past four hours, while hands-on time with the PS3 requires barely 30 minutes in line.
GameSpot looks at the endless Wii line May 12, 2006
Casual games get serious
What the games lack in hipness, they make up for by being cheap to make, addictive and highly profitable. May 12, 2006
Paris Hilton at E3 to promote Gameloft
blog Yes, the company is coming out with a new line of mobile titles based on the famous heiress. Will wonders never cease?May 12, 2006
Electronic Arts' Spielberg connection
newsmaker For the game maker's Neil Young, collaboration with the famed Hollywood mogul is worth its weight in Oscar gold.May 12, 2006
Nintendo game guru's new mission
Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of "Legend of Zelda" and "Donkey Kong," wants to bring fun back to an industry obsessed with high-definition graphics. May 12, 2006
Robin Williams yucks it up for 'Spore'
At E3, comedian uses game's creature editor to make a critter that would make Darwin say, "Hey, I'm not taking acid ever again."May 11, 2006
EA-ESPN partnership bearing fruit
blog The companies are showcasing some new features, and to hard-core gamers and sports fans, there's something to be excited about. Plus, more from News.com reporters at E3.May 11, 2006
Nintendo may not launch Game Boy Advance sequel
Instead, company may opt to focus resources on its latest hit handheld machine, the DS, president Satoru Iwata says at E3.May 11, 2006
Despite controversy, 'booth babes' still prowl E3
After "Hot Coffee" scandal, gaming trade show said days of scantily clad models known as "booth babes" were through. Ahem. Bloggers weigh in on 'booth babes' May 11, 2006
Clamoring for a round of 'Pac-Man'
Game enthusiasts at E3 get a touch of nostalgia with old handheld games and classic arcade machines like Galaga. May 10, 2006
Microsoft wants you to feel young again
Company announces deals to breathe new life into classic titles such as "Dig Dug," "Sonic the Hedgehog" and "Root Beer Tapper."May 9, 2006
Blu-ray a player in PlayStation pricing
Sony's console may cost more than the Xbox, but it also comes with the next-gen DVD format Blu-ray. Will that lure buyers?May 9, 2006
Nintendo shows off Wii controller
But at press conference ahead of E3, company says talk of pricing info would divert attention from roster of Wii games. May 9, 2006
'Dirty Harry' feels lucky as video game
Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman and Laurence Fishburne are among those who will contribute to game version of movie classic.May 11, 2006
California man pleads guilty to Xbox tampering
Co-owner of a Hollywood video game store pleads guilty to selling video game consoles modified to play pirated games.May 10, 2006
E3 on CNET.com
Videos
Microsoft's latest
From new game franchise titles to wireless microphones to steering wheels.
Play video
From new game franchise titles to wireless microphones to steering wheels.
Play video
PlayStation 3 play
See some game play and find out what you don't get with the cheaper model.
Play video
See some game play and find out what you don't get with the cheaper model.
Play video
See Nintendo's Wii
Play tennis with a flick of the wrist. CNET's Molly Wood takes a first look at the Wii.
Play video
Play tennis with a flick of the wrist. CNET's Molly Wood takes a first look at the Wii.
Play video
Microsoft unpacks surprises
Xbox 360 HD DVD player and "Grand Theft Auto 4" on their way.
Play video
Xbox 360 HD DVD player and "Grand Theft Auto 4" on their way.
Play video
Playing games on the Wii
Nintendo offers a peek at Wii titles like the new "Legend of Zelda" at a pre-E3 briefing.
Play video
Nintendo offers a peek at Wii titles like the new "Legend of Zelda" at a pre-E3 briefing.
Play video
Checking out the PS3
During a press event prior to this year's E3, Sony shows off PlayStation 3 specs.
Play video
During a press event prior to this year's E3, Sony shows off PlayStation 3 specs.
Play video
PS3 controller gets moving
Watch a demo of the PlayStation 3's new motion-sensitive controller.
Play video
Watch a demo of the PlayStation 3's new motion-sensitive controller.
Play videoPhotos
A view from the E3 floor
Visitors get an eyeful of the hottest upcoming titles.
May 11, 2006
View photos
Visitors get an eyeful of the hottest upcoming titles.
May 11, 2006
View photos
'Booth babes' then and now
New rules require scantily clad women at E3 to cover up.
May 11, 2006
View photos
New rules require scantily clad women at E3 to cover up.
May 11, 2006
View photos
Gear for the gung-ho gamer
New devices add mobility, excitement to next-gen games.
May 9, 2006
View photos
New devices add mobility, excitement to next-gen games.
May 9, 2006
View photos
Wii swings into action
Nintendo shows off console and its motion-sensitive controller.
May 9, 2006
View photos
Nintendo shows off console and its motion-sensitive controller.
May 9, 2006
View photosGamers have descended en masse on the Electronic Entertainment Expo, or E3, this week to try out the game goodies and hear the good word from luminaries like "Sims" creator Will Wright and Peter Molyneux, founder of Lionhead Studios. There will also be much scrutiny on the console front, with the Sony PS3 and Nintendo Wii gearing up to challenge Microsoft's Xbox 360.
Reporters' Roundtable: A look at E3
audio Beyond the glitz and gizmos, who were the winners and losers at this year's show? Join CNET News.com's Charlie Cooper, Jim Kerstetter, Ina Fried and Dan Terdiman to find out.May 12, 2006
Video game art pushing edges of realism
Exhibit highlights game artists who push the limits of technology or tell stories with subtler, more complex imagery. May 15, 2006
Few games stand out at E3
While visitors to the trade show are excited about some games, namely Will Wright's "Spore," few titles cause a tremendous stir. May 12, 2006
Nintendo's Wii stealing show at E3
The wait to try out the console pushes past four hours, while hands-on time with the PS3 requires barely 30 minutes in line. GameSpot looks at the endless Wii line May 12, 2006
Casual games get serious
What the games lack in hipness, they make up for by being cheap to make, addictive and highly profitable. May 12, 2006
Paris Hilton at E3 to promote Gameloft
blog Yes, the company is coming out with a new line of mobile titles based on the famous heiress. Will wonders never cease?May 12, 2006
Electronic Arts' Spielberg connection
newsmaker For the game maker's Neil Young, collaboration with the famed Hollywood mogul is worth its weight in Oscar gold.May 12, 2006
Nintendo game guru's new mission
Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of "Legend of Zelda" and "Donkey Kong," wants to bring fun back to an industry obsessed with high-definition graphics. May 12, 2006
Robin Williams yucks it up for 'Spore'
At E3, comedian uses game's creature editor to make a critter that would make Darwin say, "Hey, I'm not taking acid ever again."May 11, 2006
EA-ESPN partnership bearing fruit
blog The companies are showcasing some new features, and to hard-core gamers and sports fans, there's something to be excited about. Plus, more from News.com reporters at E3.May 11, 2006
Nintendo may not launch Game Boy Advance sequel
Instead, company may opt to focus resources on its latest hit handheld machine, the DS, president Satoru Iwata says at E3.May 11, 2006
Despite controversy, 'booth babes' still prowl E3
After "Hot Coffee" scandal, gaming trade show said days of scantily clad models known as "booth babes" were through. Ahem. Bloggers weigh in on 'booth babes' May 11, 2006
Clamoring for a round of 'Pac-Man'
Game enthusiasts at E3 get a touch of nostalgia with old handheld games and classic arcade machines like Galaga. May 10, 2006
Microsoft wants you to feel young again
Company announces deals to breathe new life into classic titles such as "Dig Dug," "Sonic the Hedgehog" and "Root Beer Tapper."May 9, 2006
Blu-ray a player in PlayStation pricing
Sony's console may cost more than the Xbox, but it also comes with the next-gen DVD format Blu-ray. Will that lure buyers?May 9, 2006
Nintendo shows off Wii controller
But at press conference ahead of E3, company says talk of pricing info would divert attention from roster of Wii games. May 9, 2006
'Dirty Harry' feels lucky as video game
Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman and Laurence Fishburne are among those who will contribute to game version of movie classic.May 11, 2006
California man pleads guilty to Xbox tampering
Co-owner of a Hollywood video game store pleads guilty to selling video game consoles modified to play pirated games.May 10, 2006
E3 on CNET.com
Videos
Microsoft's latest
From new game franchise titles to wireless microphones to steering wheels.
Play video
From new game franchise titles to wireless microphones to steering wheels.
Play videoPlayStation 3 play
See some game play and find out what you don't get with the cheaper model.
Play video
See some game play and find out what you don't get with the cheaper model.
Play videoSee Nintendo's Wii
Play tennis with a flick of the wrist. CNET's Molly Wood takes a first look at the Wii.
Play video
Play tennis with a flick of the wrist. CNET's Molly Wood takes a first look at the Wii.
Play videoMicrosoft unpacks surprises
Xbox 360 HD DVD player and "Grand Theft Auto 4" on their way.
Play video
Xbox 360 HD DVD player and "Grand Theft Auto 4" on their way.
Play videoPlaying games on the Wii
Nintendo offers a peek at Wii titles like the new "Legend of Zelda" at a pre-E3 briefing.
Play video
Nintendo offers a peek at Wii titles like the new "Legend of Zelda" at a pre-E3 briefing.
Play videoChecking out the PS3
During a press event prior to this year's E3, Sony shows off PlayStation 3 specs.
Play video
During a press event prior to this year's E3, Sony shows off PlayStation 3 specs.
Play videoPS3 controller gets moving
Watch a demo of the PlayStation 3's new motion-sensitive controller.
Play video
Watch a demo of the PlayStation 3's new motion-sensitive controller.
Play videoPhotos
A view from the E3 floor
Visitors get an eyeful of the hottest upcoming titles.
May 11, 2006
View photos
Visitors get an eyeful of the hottest upcoming titles.
May 11, 2006
View photos'Booth babes' then and now
New rules require scantily clad women at E3 to cover up.
May 11, 2006
View photos
New rules require scantily clad women at E3 to cover up.
May 11, 2006
View photosGear for the gung-ho gamer
New devices add mobility, excitement to next-gen games.
May 9, 2006
View photos
New devices add mobility, excitement to next-gen games.
May 9, 2006
View photosWii swings into action
Nintendo shows off console and its motion-sensitive controller.
May 9, 2006
View photos
Nintendo shows off console and its motion-sensitive controller.
May 9, 2006
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