Price : Rs 18563.38 (approx)

Microsoft Xbox One

Instead of building a game system that’s a beefed-up version of the Xbox 360, Microsoft built a comprehensive media hub for all of your living room entertainment. An initial promise that the system would require a constant Internet connection worried a lot of gamers. The price tag is also much higher than the PlayStation 4 and the Nintendo Wii U.

For

Voice controls work well. TV integration is seamless. Facial recognition and other features are  polished. Stronger launch game lineup than Sony PlayStation 4.

Against

Expensive. Requires an Xbox Live Gold subscription. Gesture controls aren’t consistent. PS4’s DualShock 4 is a better controller.

Price : Rs 30939.38 (approx)

Nintendo 2DS

Nintendo tackles the issues that came with the Nintendo 3DS with the 2DS, a less expensive handheld with a flat design and no 3D support but compatibility with every feature and game available on the 3DS. The 2DS is an affordable, accessible and feature-filled game system you can safely give to your kids.

For

Inexpensive. Can do everything the 3DS does, except display 3D images.

Against

A bit clunky.

Price : Rs 8043.78 (approx)

PlayStation 4

This game system is more powerful than its predecessor and includes a ton of new features such as the completely redesigned DualShock 4 controller. The console’s complete lack of backward compatibility however will have most gamers clinging to their old system. As a new game system with streaming media features, the PlayStation 4 shines.

For

DualShock 4 controllers. Great streaming support. Many new features.

Against

Most features require a PlayStation Network connection. Non-free-to-play multiplayer requires a PS Plus subscription.

Price : Rs 24751.38 (approx)

Ouya

This Android-based game system has finally been released and comes with everything you need to play games on your HDTV.

For

Lots of potential. Future software updates might fix most problems.

Against

Closed-off software. Mediocre controller. Middling graphics performance.

Price : Rs 6126.12 (approx)

Orbotics Sphero

The Orbotix Sphero is a small remote controlled ball that wirelessly links with iOS and Android devices. The Sphero can serve as a supplement for augmented reality games, a controller for music creation or even become a virtual pet.There’s some potential here for interesting uses if it can find its way into more apps.

For

Easy setup. Wireless control and charging.

Against

Controls can be a bit clumsy. Limited app selection.

Price : Rs 8043.78 (approx)