Bonus round! Health and safety warnings:
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PS3:
Most of this is pertaining to epileptic seizures. There's also a section on the sixaxis controller and 3D screens.
Regarding the sixaxis motion controller:
If the controller hits a person or object, this may cause accidental, injury or damage.
It's a good thing I read the safety warnings so I know that.
When using the controller, grip it firmly to make sure it cannot slip out of your hand.
Caution: Do not throw controller at screen in frustration.
Some people may experience discomfort (such as eye strain, eye fatigue or nausea) while watching 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D games on 3D televisions. If you experience such discomfort, you should immediately discontinue use of your television until the discomfort subsides.
I get discomfort because they suck, I should stop watching them.
The vision of young children (especially those under six years old) is still under development. SCEA recommends that you consult your doctor (such as a pediatrician or eye doctor) before allowing young children to watch 3D video images or play stereoscopic 3D games.
Holy shit nintendo 3DS! Wonder if the 3DS safety warnings say anything about that...
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Kinect:
I couldn't find a page on health and safety for the xbox, I guess they only have an epilepsy warning. Kinect safety has some funny ones though.
If you allow children to use the sensor without supervision, be sure to explain all relevant safety and health information and instructions. ... Make sure children using the Kinect sensor play safely and within their limits, and make sure they understand proper use of the system.
Microsoft to parents: Tell your children not to smash furniture, run and jump "within limits".
I might note that I'm skipping over a lot of Microsoft telling you really
obvious things (like "look in all directions for obstacles") for the sake of brevity.
Make sure you have appropriate footwear for gaming (no high heels, flip flops, etc.) or are barefoot, if appropriate.
Yeah, if you don't know to take off your high heels, there probably isn't much help for you.
It also says some stuff on how not to electrocute yourself, and not to exercise if you shouldn't exercise.
If you experience excessive fatigue, nausea, shortness of breath, chest tightness, dizziness, discomfort, or pain, STOP USING IMMEDIATELY and consult a doctor.
"...and that means
you, Gabe Newell! Serves you for putting Steam on the PS3!"
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Wii:
Blah blah blah, epilepsy, eye strain, poopsocking, electric shock... radio frequency interference?
If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the Wii console or remote without first consulting your doctor...
Holy crap! Watch out, Wii Bowling night at the elderly home...
The Wii console is a Class I laser product. Do not attempt to disassemble the Wii console.
Pew pew, lasers!
Hold the Wii Remote firmly and do not let go. ...For example, in Wii Sports bowling, the proper way to let go of the ball while bowling is to release the "B" button on the Wii Remote—DO NOT LET GO OF THE Wii REMOTE ITSELF.
This should be obvious, shouldn't it? But evidently Nintendo was having problems with people throwing their controller like a bowling ball and not expecting it to have similar consequences to throwing a bowling ball at your TV.
If you are having so much fun that you start perspiring, take a moment to dry your hands.
so much fun that you start perspiring
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