One South African man said he travelled to Manchester because he "couldn't miss this for the world".

BBC: Manchester

"We can't afford to miss these opportunities while the rest of the world races ahead, " he added.

BBC: Obama proposes brain mapping project

Las Vegas, Nevada (CNN) -- The world's largest video game companies weren't about to miss an opportunity to get their consoles and hand-helds in front of a cutting-edge audience.

CNN: Motion, 3-D gaming right at home at CES