#9695095 - 12/08/19 01:30 PM
What game console do I need (v. kids)
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Keep in mind I don't know the first thing about gaming consoles. With that said I am looking for a setup for the game "Just Dance" or whatever equivalent is there.
It seems this game is available for all consoles and they all work a little different, I have no idea what's ideal for kids under 5 for example.
The appealing one to me is The Xbox kinect since it has no remote that needs to be held when using the kinect to track movement/voice, but I have no idea how it compares to the Wii/Switch/whatever else is available.
I will most likely buy it used as there is a high chance it's not going to get much action and this is more of a trial than anything.
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#9695115 - 12/08/19 02:17 PM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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For the switch you need to hold a remote for it to detect movement? How does that compare to whatever other variations are out there? Because I've never seen these IRL I am trying to figure out if some are more 'real' than the others where correct body movement maps better to the screen. Seems like a sensor like the kinect does a better job than a remote you hold in your hand, at first glance anyway.
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#9695116 - 12/08/19 02:18 PM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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#9695165 - 12/08/19 03:42 PM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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The "lite" version is a no go, not looking for a mobile device.
$400 to dance a couple of times, nope.
This is literally a throw away buy, meaning I am more certain than not it will be useless in my house, I thought there is a solution for "just dance" that could be picked up cheap while everyone else is upgrading consoles to see if there is interest in it at home.
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#9695205 - 12/08/19 05:40 PM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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Good call, we don't really allow phone/tv use at home, maybe 30 mins tops if we need to get shit done. Figured instead of watching cocomelon she could do the dance thing. Could be a downward spiral tho.
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#9695349 - 12/09/19 06:30 AM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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already enrolled...
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#9695421 - 12/09/19 09:10 AM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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Exactly the info I was looking for.
Now that I know what I need, do you think these controllers will work for a kid under 3? They seem pretty bulky. Totally down to try it.
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#9695438 - 12/09/19 09:23 AM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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Care to elaborate?
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#9695481 - 12/09/19 09:44 AM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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do you think these controllers will work for a kid under 3? They seem pretty bulky.
They're not too bulky to be honest, but for a 3 year old anything that isn't catered for that age will appear bulky. All in all, I think it will be fine.
There's a lot of broken, junk, bricked, repaired crap out there. Not to mention stuff that's been blacklisted and won't be able to connect online. Not dissimilar from phones (which I would also never buy used).
I'd ask friends or coworkers if they have one to sell. Never an online stranger.
Doesn't this apply to almost anything you buy used, especially electronics? You have to do your own due diligence and gauge your comfort level with the seller. If they're able to demo the product, even better.
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#9695771 - 12/09/19 02:51 PM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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vas, where you want to be is a wii u. it's been out for a little bit, it's nintendo's last console and is in the $150 area new. just buy another used controller so that you can play with her.
it's also compatible with the origional wii games, the classics like bowling. kids love it because even your daughter now will understand how to use it, so you can get the classics like wii bowling, tennis, golf, fishing in a pond, riding a cow etc lol....and you can get just dance.
my daughter has played it all her life, it's more of a electric board game really and it gets kids up and moving and occupied indoors which can be hard to do.
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#9696577 - 12/10/19 03:16 PM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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just play music videos on youtube, shine flashlight behind her so the shadow looks like its dancing on screen with the video. Now that's legit!  All great suggestions, so PS3 or WII U, looks like same ballpark cost wise, one is more versatile but potentially more problematic (PS3). Also messaged Cee_mon, have some time to think about it. Would be ideal to buy from someone I know though.
This one isn't even a joke. You're looking for a dancing game for the kid that ideally doesn't require any controller input other than motion capture. A lot, if not all of the just dance videos are on YouTube. My younger used to watch those videos and dance along. They don't care about getting points or motion capture. It's actually better this way because I believe those guys have some red indicator when you miss a dance move which might be discouraging for a young child. This way, you can be the indicator for your kids!
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#9696985 - 12/11/19 10:05 AM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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In reality, I think the YouTube option is the best one. I didn't realize that all the videos are on there.
I think OP should get his his kids to master this one first: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4aGJWbVsNw
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#9696998 - 12/11/19 10:24 AM
Re: What game console do I need (v. kids)
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We did this last night, it actually worked out pretty good.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzPVI3PH7AY
She followed along for half the time (not even close to what they were doing, but at least directionally the moves/tempo mapped what they did). It was also obligatory for me to participate 
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