It might be strange bolt on a Kinect blog to a predominantly Wii based site, but fundamentally both are topics that promote the use of mainstream computer gaming within therapy. The popularity of the Nintendo Wii within rehab is well publicised and documented but it has its limits. The Kinect has the same potential as the Nintendo Wii but its later release means that its playing catch up. It is likely that in time the Kinect, and the expanding software options that are being developed, will enable the Kinect to confidently compete with the Wii, if not over take it.
From now on it really depends upon which corporation - Microsoft or Nintendo - embraces the demands of those wanting to use the consoles for rehab and develops software that truly meets the needs of the patients and professionals at affordable prices.
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