Microsoft and Connected Consoles: Crash Course Games

The video explores the gaming industry transition from the late 1990s to the early 2000s, highlighting the dominance of Sony's PlayStation 2, the entry of Microsoft's Xbox, and Nintendo's innovations with the Gamecube and DS. It discusses the technological advancements, such as backward compatibility and online gaming, and the cultural impact of games like Grand Theft Auto 3 and Halo. The video also touches on the rise of e-sports and the evolution of gaming consoles into multimedia devices.

Which company exited the console industry after the Dreamcast's failure?

• Sony

• Microsoft

• Nintendo

• Sega

What feature of the PlayStation 2 allowed it to play older games?

• High-definition graphics

• Motion controls

• Online multiplayer

• Backward compatibility

Which game was a major success for the PlayStation 2, known for its open-world gameplay?

• Grand Theft Auto 3

• Gran Turismo

• Metal Gear Solid

• Final Fantasy 7

What was a key feature of the Xbox that changed the console industry?

• Integrated Ethernet port

• Motion-sensing controllers

• Virtual reality compatibility

• Blu-ray support

Which game was pivotal in establishing Xbox Live's multiplayer capabilities?

• Gears of War

• Halo 2

• Fable

• Forza Motorsport

What unique feature did the Nintendo DS introduce?

• Motion controls

• Dual screens

• 4K resolution

• Virtual reality

Which Nintendo Gamecube game became a standard in professional gaming?

• Metroid Prime

• The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker

• Super Smash Brothers Melee

• Mario Kart: Double Dash