We know you had a blast (from the past) when we ran a feature about turning classic 80s cartoons into next-gen videogames, so we thought "why not do a 180 and focus on what lies ahead this time?" So this time we'll try to go crazy (in the process, be as absurd as possible) and try to peek into the kind of videogames our grand, grand, grandchildren would play in the far future.

We know that videogaming evolves depending on the kind of technology the current generation has. Whether it's a top of the line cell, motion-sensing technology, or an uber rich gameplay, current crop of consoles and games will try to equip themselves with the most technologically advanced weapons (yeah, kinda like "real" wars).

Since our list is supposed to be played during the future, don't be surprised with its absurdity. Even Edison and Einstein were laughed at by their peers during their time. We can't play videogames without platforms, so we've pulled out some out of this world (or time) ideas and created our own versions of future consoles. We'll stick with the big three this time - Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony. Here they are:

Xbox Revolution: Nope, they did not rip off Wii's former name. It's 50+ years into the future and I doubt if anybody would still remember that Nintendo used it as a WIP name for one of their consoles. Why "Revolution"? Well Microsoft followed 360 with 720, then 1440, and then...let's just say they got tired with spinning figures, so they christened their console of the future with a name that "revolutionizes" rotation (and an excuse to get rid of all those numbers). Main feature: Nerve sensitive controllers enabling the owner to make commands with the power of thought. Bonus perk: Comes with complementary infobot/condom dispenser (part of Bill Gates mission to stop AIDS).

PlayStation 3: Yeah, Sony will stick to the name PS3 because it is the future. In the far future they've stopped relaunching completely new consoles and have just resorted to periodical hardware and system updates. Main Feature: Interactive Body Teleporter: Technology immersing the player to actual in-game participation (gamer gets warped inside the game). Bonus perk: 20% off the next hardware or system update, which should be in a month.

Nintendo YeePee: It turns out the "Wii" is Nintendo's sublime way of sending the "our console is fun" message (hence the name's "weee!" sound). And their most recent console's name, descendant of Nintendo "Yey" and "Hura", follows the same trend. Main feature: Strap-on technology, the console works like a mobile suit, giving the gamer the ultimate motion sensing experience. Bonus perk: Party hats and balloons, and a couple of pots and pans.

Videogames of the future
It doesn't matter if the machine's advanced enough to produce black holes and destroy the universe, without great games it's not gonna kick much ass. And in the future, kickass games are the norm. It's either you're awesome, or you're lame, no more middle ground. Here are some games we should expect to rule the future:

Grand Theft Auto: Vatican City Stories
Developer: RockStar
Genre: Third-Person/Action Adventure
Release Date: Bush, 2061 (yeah, they've renamed months to historical figures)
Platform: YeePee

Rockstar, in an attempt to clear their name and to prove that they can be successful even on non-violent games, created a virtual world where the player's goal is to rule the holy Vatican City by being the Pope. In this game, you play the role of theological student Ramon, a bastion of goodwill whose dream is to spread the word of God and restore world peace. His Priest mentor tasks him to complete missions (such as withstanding a bunch of stripping college girls, reuniting an Israelite with her Palestinian husband, etc.) that'll boost the character's divinity towards his way to papacy.

Star Wars: Edge of Galaxy with George Lucas
Developer: Obsidian Ertaintenment/LucasArts
Genre: RPG
Release Date: Spears, 2063
Platform: Xbox Revolution

The lightsaber-wielding, force-toting Jedis are back with a mission that'll take them to the edge of galaxy. The Dark Force has employed the services or Darth Bord who has now launched an armada of Imperial ships ready to lay waste to all the planets of the Republic. Jedimaster Homer Skywalker, with the aid of George Lucas (the game's NPC, a tribute to Lucas' legacy), aims to halt the Sith force. The game is set to utilize Revolution's Nerve Sensitive controllers that'll capture the Jedis' telekinetic powers. What's Lucas' race you say? Here's a clue:

Homer Skywalker: Let's go Lucas, time to use the force and attack these Sith Lords!

George Lucas: UUUHHHGGG-rrrrRRR! HHHurrRRRRRRRRnhhhh!

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