Give the ultimate holiday gift this year -– buy a Wii, Xbox, or Playstation for your favorite gamer (or yourself). So how do you choose which video game system is the right one to buy? This article will help you pick the perfect game system for the holidays.

If you’re shopping for someone who needs to have the very best...then the Nintendo Wii will thrill him or her. And who doesn’t want to have the exclusivity of the newest technology available? The Wii is white hot this season, and although it’s been out for a year already, there are stories surfacing that it is sold out in many stores before Christmas. With its cool controller that looks like a modern remote, and its interactive motion detectors that make you feel like you’re in the game -- the Wii is sure to please the avid gamer who must have the very best. Don’t procrastinate -- buy a Wii for the holidays before they’re sold out everywhere.

Another excellent choice for the holidays is the Microsoft Xbox. It’s a classic, and has been the ultimate gaming system since 2001, back when Bill Gates released it with every bell and whistle imaginable. With its huge selection of games, the Xbox is great for kids as well as teens and young adults. And it offers versatility. Kids can hook it up to the computer and play games online with other kids. With a few accessories, it doubles as a DVD player and even as a music/karaoke player. You can’t go wrong if you buy an Xbox for a holiday gift this season.

Finally, the Sony Playstation 3 has finally arrived, and it’s a hot pick for this season.

The Playstation is well known for its family-friendly games and wholesome entertainment. Sony has released a second version of the PS3 at a lower price, so you can choose from a couple of price ranges. With its sleek new black design, the PS3 is an elegant hot new addition to the gaming community. A great value to buy is the Sony Playstation 3 - 40 GB bundled with the Spiderman game.

Whichever game system you choose, you’re sure to bring screams of joy and utter delight to your favorite gamer this season. And don’t forget to pick up a few popular to go along with your ultimate holiday gift. Visit our video game system reviews website for more information and deals on these three video game systems.