Since then, computer graphics have only become more detailed and realistic, due to more powerful graphics hardware and 3D modeling software.

With the advent of more powerful graphics systems, "isometric" projection is becoming less common, instead being replaced by perspective projection.

Similarly, 3D games often rely on a powerful graphics processing unit (GPU), which accelerates the process of drawing complex scenes in realtime.

Tough, powerful urban graphics.

Last November Nvidia introduced its most powerful graphics processor, the GeForce 8800, which has 128 cores.

Commodore said its growth in the quarter was dominated by its Amiga personal computers, whose sales have surged on the strength of their powerful graphics and video capabilities.

But with its widescreen display, powerful graphics and ability to do more than play games, the PSP still stands out in the crowd.

The PS3 is more traditional, with powerful graphics and a high-def look.

It is designed to handle many types of circuit network systems and features a powerful graphics and analysing capabilities.

More powerful graphics computers meant that charts were produced more quickly and this allowed for greater use of animated sequences.