Microsoft Xbox 3D-projected games outlined in patent (opens in new tab)

I don't think that big of a change happens in a decade.

What peripherals popular 10 years ago seem silly now?

Some games do not need more than that - especially strategic games like Heroes of Might and Magic, Disciples and others. I still play HOMM (1, 2, but mostly 3) and beat the campaigns of Disciples over and over.

For more good old games :) - http://gog.com

I don't see it as a gimic. Microsoft has the amazing Kinect, and 3D projection is its missing counterpart. That combination could lead to a new experience of gaming for some titles. Its a shame its limited to games...