For gamers, writers, developers, and humanity at large, the idea behind Get Water represents another important milestone in the evolution of gaming.

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While the Wii was trying to innovate with its motion controls, the 360 and PS3 were firmly fixed on a more traditional evolution of gaming, with regular controllers and better graphics.

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Walsh talks about the evolution of pro gaming in this exclusive interview.

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According to the new study "The Evolution of Video Gaming and Content Consumption" from PricewaterhouseCoopers, gamers -- like the general consumer population -- are becoming multitaskers.

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On the other hand, the browser-based Quick Hit evolved from a more recent branch in gaming evolution, utilizing business models pioneered by Facebook games like FarmVille and mass-multiplayer online role-playing games like World of Warcraft.

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"I am excited to be a part of the continued evolution of Xbox from a gaming console to the hub of every household's entertainment experience, " Tellem said.

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In July, I wrote about one part of this evolution where mobile games developer Social Gaming Network launched the first game ever to let iPhone and Android users play each other in real-time.

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These two models continue the evolution of a new breed of wireless gaming headset that serves as the ultimate "secret weapon" in the arsenal of serious gamers seeking unmatched audio quality, sonic control and a competitive advantage.

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