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This is Mass Effect 2, running on a netbook -- a stock Eee PC -- with
a single core Atom CPU that wouldn't dare to dream of actually
processing the game. It works because the sci-fi opera's not taxing
that silicon at all, but rather a beefy server miles away, streaming
processed and compressed video frames direct to the 10.1-inch screen.
It's called Gaikai, and if you're thinking it sounds just like OnLive
by a different name, you'd be half-right. However, this streaming game
service has a radically different business model which doesn't cost
players a dime. Gaikai will power game advertisements that simply let
you play. If that sounds like an idea you'd like to hear more about,
then we've got a treat for you. We spoke with founder David Perry
about what the service can do, got an exclusive hands-on with the
closed beta, and an extensive video walkthrough to boot. After the
break, you'll find the whole scoop.
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