I think the only point (for now) of the physical cards is trading. Unless they come up with an option to play a similar game without the gaming console, you're right. They're pretty much a gimmick, just as the Eye and Eyetoy are. I'm often wary of gimmicks like a camera or guitar. Why can't kids just have fun beating each other up like I did when I was a kid? Our Nintendo systems had two controllers and (maybe a lightgun) and that was it. The point of the story , though, is that they're trying to make more use of the camera (that I'll never buy), than for kids to show their privates.
I thought the fact that this thing can read a barcode was impressive; when the PS3 finally dies (I hope it will soon so I can buy them all at $20/pop), they can be used for scanning items at Wal-Mart.
HyperScan tried something similar, but failed (somewhat).
I have given up C[CM]Gs, because half my pantry is MTG, Clout, Pirates, Creepy Freaks, and every booster for Killer Bunnies. Besides, I spend way too much time playing Ultimate Alliance, I don't have time for these.
I thought the fact that this thing can read a barcode was impressive; when the PS3 finally dies (I hope it will soon so I can buy them all at $20/pop), they can be used for scanning items at Wal-Mart.
HyperScan tried something similar, but failed (somewhat).
I have given up C[CM]Gs, because half my pantry is MTG, Clout, Pirates, Creepy Freaks, and every booster for Killer Bunnies. Besides, I spend way too much time playing Ultimate Alliance, I don't have time for these.
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