1. An interactive directed beam system comprising: an image detection system configured to capture information within an interactive area; a first application configured to process the information captured by the image detection system; and a second application configured to receive and use processed information from the first application to generate control information, the control information being used to control a directed beam projected at a location within the interactive area; wherein the interactive area includes an object; wherein the directed beam includes an image; and wherein the information captured by the image detection system includes information relating to actions taken by the object within the interactive area.