Remember that game Catz where you took care of a cute pet and you would use the mouse to pet him or wash him? Well this game is like that, except way cooler. Designed for the younger set, although I think adults may secretly enjoy it as well, Kinectimals provides the opportunity to truly interact with very lively virtual jungle animal cubs. They are cute, they are very playful and the hand and body movements that you use are way more natural than trying to pet it by moving a mouse up and down. You can even teach your pet tricks by showing your pet how they work. Honestly, it’s probably about as close to a real pet as you can get on a screen until we have holographic technology. And at least they won’t pee on the carpet. ...

Based on the popular NBC TV Show, this game is really not so much of a game, but an exercise tool in order to lose weight. With helpful hints from Bob Harper and the pushing of Jillian Michaels, users of the Kinect can now drop those extra pounds with customized workouts designed to help them get the most out of their time with the program. ...

What would be a game console without Sonic the Hedgehog and his friends? The Xbox 360 has been kind of slighted in the genre of snowboarding games, presumably because its competitors had released motion control earlier than they did. Now with the Kinect, gamer’s favorite speedy critter makes his presence known in this extensive, though difficult game. ...

Harmonix, who brought Guitar Hero and Rock Band to the gaming world, takes it to the next level by creating a game that involves the whole body rather than just fingers on four keys. Dance Central takes advantage of the full range of features of the Kinect, from graphics to motion recognition, and creates a fun game that is sure to be a hit at parties and with friends. It can also serve as a workout regiment for the exercise crowd. ...