We were lucky enough to get a very early hands-on with the G'AIM'E last year and get some proper playtime with the most advanced AI light gun on the block. Now, the makers of G'AIM'E, Tassei Denki, have showcased two new variants of their peripheral with an aim (pun intended) of snatching up customers in all price brackets.
As I mentioned above, and something you can read more about in our review linked above, the G'AIM'E uses AI to detect where you're pointing the lightgun at the screen. It's a lot different to the NES Zapper that you might have used while playing Duck Hunt and doesn't rely on scanlines anymore. You don't need borders or physical cameras, and the AI inside the peripheral has studied thousands of screens to accurately determine where yuo're pointing and give you fantastic precision.
The new Pro version, according to Game Watch, is designed for core gamers who need even more precision when playing titles. I would imagine this would be the competitive option, allowing for even quicker tracking and pinpoint accuracy at a higher price point. Game Watch states that, after trying it out, there was no delay whatsoever and smooth action. It is, however, a much more realistic experience, so you'll have to hold it steadier when playing. So smoother, but requiring you to hone in on the game more - no waving it around or casual gaming fun!
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Then there's the Lite option, which does away with the AI entirely in favour of gyro sensor technology. That's the same kind of tech that Nintendo used in the Wii and like you'd find in many modern controllers. Considering the G'AIM'E brand is all about super-accurate AI, I was surprised to discover a non-AI version coming to the market, but reports from Game Watch, who have been on the ground testing it out at the Tokyo Game Show, say that it's incredibly accurate and has a great feel to it, making it an appealing product for anyone who might not want to spend as much on the standard and pro variants. The main issue is that you might have to manually realign the sensor every now and again, but if it saves some cash, I'm happy with that.
The weird thing is that these products aren't being released as they are - there's still some tinkering to do despite them looking ready to roll. It could be something to do with Tassei Denki working up new packages like their Family and Economy packs, though I'm sure more will be revealed in the weeks after TGS. More to follow!
