Microsoft's Xbox is starting to let people play some of their video games on different things you can watch or play games on, not just Xbox. They see that kids and other gamers like to play games on many things, not just one. The boss of Xbox, Phil, thinks that games that you can only play on one thing will not be as common soon. Sony, which makes PlayStation, thinks the same. They both want to let people play their games on lots of different screens.
Microsoft and Sony want to let more people play their games because lots of people use different things to play games, not just game consoles like Xbox or PlayStation. Last year, not as many people bought Xboxes, so many gamers couldn't play games that are only on Xbox. They are doing this to make more money and because making their own game machines costs a lot and takes a lot of time. But, even with these changes, Microsoft still plans to make new Xboxes and keep selling them. They also have a special club called Games Pass where you can play lots of games, and they hope more people will join.
Original news source: Xbox, Nintendo or PlayStation: does it still matter? (BBC)
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Instructions: Ask students to write down their opinion on whether they prefer playing video games on multiple screens or just one. Then, have them share their opinions with a partner and discuss their reasons. Finally, conduct a class poll to see which opinion is more common. This activity encourages students to express their opinions and engage in discussions.
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Instructions: Have students think about the advantages and disadvantages of playing video games on multiple screens. Then, pair them up and have them discuss their thoughts with their partner. Finally, ask a few pairs to share their ideas with the whole class. This activity promotes critical thinking and speaking skills.
π€ Comprehension Questions:
Xbox and PlayStation are game consoles that you can use to play video games.
Microsoft and Sony want more people to play their games, so they are letting them play on different things like phones, tablets, and computers.
The special club is called Games Pass.
They want more people to play their games and make more money. Making their own game machines costs a lot and takes a long time.
The boss of Xbox thinks that games that you can only play on one thing will not be as common soon.
They want more people to play their games because it helps them make more money.
Yes, Microsoft will still make new Xboxes and sell them.
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Microsoft's Xbox is starting to let people some of their video games on different things you can watch or play games on, not just Xbox. They see that kids and gamers like to play games on many things, not just one. The boss of Xbox, Phil, thinks that games that you can only play on one thing will not be as soon. Sony, which PlayStation, thinks the same. They both want to let people play their games on lots of different screens. Microsoft and Sony want to let more people play their games because lots of people use different things to play games, not just game consoles like Xbox or PlayStation. Last year, not as people bought , so many gamers couldn't play games that are only on Xbox. They are doing this to make more money and because making their own game machines costs a lot and takes a lot of time. But, even with these changes, Microsoft still plans to make new Xboxes and keep them. They also a special club called Games Pass where you can play lots of games, and they hope more people will join.
π¬ Discussion Questions:
1. What is Xbox?
2. How do you feel when you play games on different things?
3. Do you like playing games on many different screens? Why or why not?
4. What do you think about games that you can only play on one thing?
5. How would you feel if you couldn't play a game because you didn't have the right game console?
6. Do you think it's a good idea for Microsoft and Sony to let people play their games on lots of different screens? Why or why not?
7. What do you use to play games? Do you use a game console or something else?
8. Why do you think Microsoft and Sony want more people to play their games?
9. Do you think it's important for companies to make money? Why or why not?
10. What is Games Pass? Have you ever heard of it before?
11. Would you like to join the Games Pass club? Why or why not?
12. Do you think Microsoft should keep making new Xboxes? Why or why not?
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