Say what you will about the console’s somewhat lackluster third-party offerings and comparatively weak graphics, the Wii has been an undeniable force in the world of gaming since it launched a few years ago. The console originally known as “the Revolution” has proven to live up to that moniker, breaking sales records and creating brand new gamers every day.

The Wii’s charm hasn’t just been felt amongst the general public, but other console makers are taking note of the Wii’s winning formula, as each of its competitors is hard at work at their own motion-sensing controllers. At their E3 press conference, Microsoft emphasized their belief that gamers are looking for a controller-free experience, touting their Project Natal device as the next step in videogames, while Sony showcased a motion sensing device of their own that will work in tandem with the EyeToy.

Microsoft’s Project Natal definitely wowed a lot of gamers with its seemingly limitless potential, but the assertion of a controller-free future is somewhat disconcerting. As a longtime gamer, I can appreciate what the future holds and laud both Microsoft and Sony for trying to learn from their biggest opponent in the marketplace while raising the bar a bit higher while they do it. However, there are some experiences that just seem to make sense with a controller, and would feel ultimately hollow without one.

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