Subject: {FIRSTNAME}, here's how you go about discovering which video game system is right for your children...

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Thank you for subscribing to my video game systems ecourse! In this ecourse you'll learn all about:

1. Part 1 - Choosing the right system for your preschool child
2. Part 2 - The pros and cons of the nintendo gamecube
3. Part 3 - Playstation 3 - what you need to know
4. Part 4 - The long awaited xbox 360
5. Part 5 - The nintendo gameboy advance

Let's go ahead & get started today with "Part 2 - The pros and cons of the nintendo gamecube".

Part 2 - The pros and cons of the nintendo gamecube
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The Nintendo GameCube has been around for quite some time now.  It has never gained the popularity of some of its rival game systems.  This should not steer you away from this game system.  

The Nintendo GameCube is the predecessor of the Nintendo 64.  This system would be a perfect gift for that first time gamer.  This game system is on the leasexpensive side of video game systems currently out on the market.  You can find the Nintendo GameCube at several retail stores for an average price of $99.99.

Although this system does not have the high tech qualities of the Playstation or Xbox, it does offer some quality games and accessories to add to on once you have purchased the video game.  

If your child is too old for the Vtech or LeapFrog video systems, this would be a great choice for them.  It is a simple gaming system that is basically built for playing games and thats it.  It does not play DVDs or CDs and is not compatible with your MP3 player.  This is one of the reasons the price is so reasonable, you get what you pay for. 
 
The GameCube is very compact and plays a unique 3.5 game disc.  This provides a minimal amount of load time.  This proves to be popular with anxious players.  The GameCubes mini compact discs have 1.5 GB of storage.  The disc drive and the processor work together with such a fast speed the load time is hardly noticeable.  

The GameCube comes with four controller ports plus expansion ports for add-ons.  The basic package for the Nintendo GameCube includes: 

  Nintendo GameCube (generally comes in black, but does offer a blue system and currently out is the platinum GameCube).
  AV cables
  Power Cord/ AC adapter
  One controller

There are GameCubes that can be purchased in bundles.  These usually come with two games of the same background and two controllers.  Presently Nintendo is offering a gamers bundle with a sports theme.  The price range for the bundles can cost around $120.00.  

The Nintendo GameCube controller provides the crucial connection between the player and the game.  Two analog Control Sticks, a built-in rumble feature and an awesome design will ensure the controller plays and feels perfect.  

There are several accessories that can enhance the GameCube.

Next time we'll be discussing alittle about "Playstation 3 - what you need to know".

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