GAMES MANIA

Great Distraction With National Geographic Challenge

2011-11-24T16:37:00.000+02:00

The winter holiday is close and this is why a lot of people are looking for entertaining ways to spend their free time. Most of the times, the end of the year is spent together with the family as everybody gathers to have some time together. In order to help those who are looking for cheap and safe ways of entertainment, I would like you to consider the game for platforms Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii and Playstation 3 entitled National Geographic Challenge.
This game was made for the whole family and it can be played by 4 players at a time. There are a lot of standard questions, anagrams and fast focus to which the competitors have to answer. There are also new puzzle mini-games and riddles.
National Geographic Challenge has original content with hundreds of high-quality images and 60 minutes HD films. A good thing in making this game is the fact that it can be played even by those who don't speak English as it has French and Spanish versions.
Besides the fact that it offers entertainment to those who play it, National Geographic Challenge is also an educational game. Due to its content, the game offers the competitors possibility to explore the history and geography of the world, in different stages of its existence, to discover some secrets of humanity and to find out many historical and geographical curiosities.
I used the word "competitors". Yes, indeed, I used it correctly because this game offers the players the opportunity to take part in a competition, being able to pass from one level to another only if they give correct answers to the questions and if they manage to conquer different territories.
In conclusion, National Geographic Challenge is a game that will enliven the holiday atmosphere, so that good spirits will surround the family and the time you spend with your loved-ones will be agreable. My final advice: tis game can be a great present to offer to your dear ones.

Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition - Online

2011-04-08T06:45:00.000+03:00

Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition is a new action game released on March 27, 2011 by Capcom.

Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition utilizes the 3DS wireless functionality to allow for seamless multiplayer action, as well as a crystal clear spectator mode and StreetPass functionality that automatically shares information with other 3DS owners you pass and allows for automatic battles in Figurine Mode. Other features include: 35 playable fighters, two control schemes, an optional over-the-shoulder fighting perspective in 3D Mode and single card multiplayer functionality.

The fourth major release in the DS product line, the Nintendo 3DS utilizes 3D Slider functionality and an improved top LCD display to present a glasses-free 3D effect in compatible games, while giving players the option to moderate the effect as they see fit.

The game play is very solid, you got the full roster of the console game which has 35 characters and the balance are made well. Regarding the skill, if you have trouble memorizing the move combination or using a hard move, you can put it in the lower screen, and simply touch that grid, your character will make that move.

There are clearly 3 layers: the HP bar and other icons, your fighter, and the background. There is an extra viewing angle which is 45 degrees behind your fighter. This angle gives even better 3D effect but you probably will just use to experience the 3D because it makes you very difficult to judge the distance between you and the opponent. Often times you think your kick can hit your opponent but you can't.

The upgrade of sound from DS to 3DS is obvious, and the game includes almost all sound effects from the console version.
Conclusion: Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition is the best selection for the Nintendo 3DS since launch. It's packed with a lot of characters and the 3D effect on this game won't disappoint you. Actually, the 3D effects actually makes the game appear to have better graphics than in 2D mode. The controls are very nice with the mini joystick, and it really makes you realize the great build quality of the 3DS game system. It's a very fun game, just as you would expect from a good Street Fighter game.

Super Street Fighter 4 3D Edition Debut Trailer

New Sports Games - Top Spin 4

2011-03-11T06:32:00.001+02:00

Top Spin 4 is a new upcoming sports games, which will be released on March 15, 2011. You can pre-order Top Spin 4 now from Amazon and get a $10 Video Games Credit.

In Top Spin 4 you play as any one of 25 pros from around the world, including Andre Agassi and Boris Becker. More than 4,000 Signature Style animations provide authentic player looks and actions complete with specific outfits, appearances, swing styles, behaviors and celebrations. Execute slices, drops, top spin shots, lob shots and serves with the innovative game controls that are satisfying for the experts and easy for beginners to use.

Top Spin 4 Features

Play as any of 25 top tennis pros, including Andre Agassi, Boris Becker, Michael Chang and more.

All-new crowd effects build in intensity at crucial points in the match.

Innovative game controls mimic real-life tennis swings to allow gamers of all experience levels to become a force to be reckoned with.

More than 4,000 new Signature Style animations ensure your player looks and moves exactly like its real-life counterpart.

Experience the intensity, emotion and excitement of real-life tennis matches set on the world's most hallowed courts.

Top Spin 4 will be available for PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii platforms.

Top Spin 4 - Official Trailer [HD]

Gears of War 3: Pre-Order Now Online

2011-02-25T06:43:00.000+02:00

Gears of War 3 is a new upcoming action games for Xbox 360 console which will be released on September 20, 2011. If you want to have Gears of War 3 video games now, you can pre-order from Amazon at best price and you get a bonus offer.

Pre-order Gears of War 3 and get $20 off a future video game purchase. The promotional code will be placed directly into your Amazon.com account within 2 business days after the product ships. Offer valid when shipped and sold by Amazon.com. Limit one per household. Amazon reserves the right to change or terminate this promotion at any time.

Gears of War 3 is the spectacular conclusion to one of the most memorable and celebrated sagas in videogames. Developed by Epic Games exclusively for Xbox 360, Gears of War 3 plunges players into a harrowing tale of hope, survival and brotherhood. In Gears of War 3, players fight on as Marcus Fenix, the grizzled war hero and leader of Delta Squad. Eighteen months after the fall of the last human city, the war against the Locust rages on. Meanwhile, deep beneath the surface, a fearsome new threat is infecting the planet from within. With survivors scattered and civilization in ruins, time is running out for Marcus and his comrades as they fight to save the human race. The Gears of War series is one of the most popular franchises in Xbox history, with more than 12 million games sold worldwide, an upcoming film, New York Times best-selling novels and more.

Gears of War 3 Gameplay

Demon's Souls - Online Tips

2011-02-17T06:30:00.000+02:00

Demon's Souls it is a great games for Playstation 3 console, wich was released in November, 2009.Deluxe Edition Includes 150+ page strategy guide and collectible outer slipcase. Demon's Souls is the hardcore RPG experience PS3 owners have been waiting for since the platform's launch. Revolutionary online features define your adventure like never before, presenting seamless interconnectivity that serves in every instance to enhance the single-player game. Unprecedented in its depth and subtlety, peerless in its relentlessly challenging gameplay, Demon's Souls is the ultimate action RPG.

Demon's Souls - Online Tips

1. I found Royals and Temple Knights to be great first characters.

2. When you start in level 1-1, approach every enemy like you will die. Plan ahead. Make sure you won't get to many adds on you.

3. I found a spear to be a great first weapon. The Temple Knights halbred is fantastic as well. You can buy the spear in 1-1 from a vendor you will discover. I recommend doing so immediately if you start as a Royal.

4. Learn to use your shield. It will save you more then turning and running. Get in a corner and "turtle" if you have to.

5. Learn to parry then riposte. When you get this down you'll kill most enemy's in 1 hit.

6. The Red Eye Knight in 1-1 will kill you instantly. Lure him across the walkway with the catapults and down the stairs. There is a place with 2 barrels next to each other. Don't destroy them. When the knight is coming for you, stand around the corner just past the barrels and he should fall and die.

7. When you save up enough souls go back to the nexus and use them. The level will restart, but you'll be stronger.

8. Stay in 1-1 until you can defeat it easily. Then try 2-1, 3-1, 4-1 etc.

9. For the last boss in 1-1, save the firebombs you collect. Use them against the minions guarding the boss. If you have a halbred, coat it with turpentine (fire) and go to town.

10. Expect to die when exploring a new area, fighting a boss or going against a named black phantom NPC. Don't go into these fights with 100,000 souls saved cause they will be lost.

11. KEEP this in mind when you start: There's an item in 2-2 you want but requires the world to be pure black. It's called the Talisman of Beasts. This item lets you use both miracles and spells without changing wands/talismans. Every time you are revived go to 2-1 and kill yourself. This will make the world darker (harder). When you kill the 2-1 boss, kill yourself before returning to the nexus. When the world is pure black, go kill Black Phantom Scirvir. Pick up the Talisman. Commit Suicide. Go kill the primevil demon under the building with the guys throwing rocks. Now you can return to the nexus and World 2 will be white again.

12. You get the Black stone when you kill your first Black Phantom NPC. This will probably be in 3-1. At this point you can be invaded by player Black Phantoms when you are in living form unless you're in offline mode (log out from Sony network).

13. IN 3-2. VERY Important. You'll see a platform with several lights, blue red yellow etc. There is a guy hanging in a cage named Yurt. If you release him and let him go he'll eventually return to the nexus and murder all the NPC's. He drops good armor so release him then kill him immediately.

14. In 1-1 you'll meet someone named Ostrava. He has an ongoing quest that continues to 1-2, then 1-3. If Ostrava dies at any point be sure you're there to pick up his key. He annoyed me so I offed him when he appeared in 1-3.

Kids brain training games online

2011-02-11T19:49:00.000+02:00

Kids brain training games - Body and Brain Connection

Nowadays, most parents are considering how to educate their children better, but at the same time not neglecting their physical health. This came in to Dr. Ryuta Kawashima Japan, who has combined the two options, the exercise and study, in the video game released exclusively for Xbox 360, Body and Brain Connection.

Involvement of the brain in different exercises, competitions and challenges is very useful especially for children because they will learn to think, develop logic, solve problems and overcome certain situations. At the same time, it is very important and healthy. The easiest way to lead a healthy and balanced lifestyle is to do more exercise daily. Movement, exercise, helps the body to keep in shape and to develop harmoniously.

These kids brain training games combine brain training with physical exercise due to the of kinect brain device, a device which first appeared in a game for the Xbox 360. This game offers the possibility of fun cerebral and physical racing for one or all family members. They may participate by using multiplayer game play.

Body and Brain Connection is a game dedicated to all ages which does not need any controllers, providing many hours of movement, learning and fun for the little ones or the older family members.

The game offers a series of 20 exercises of various types such as mathematical exercises, logic and reflex. In multiplayer mode, in which four players can participate simultaneously, extremely fun competitions can be organized between players, competition based on the results of previous players. Exercise can also be customized for each player. All these exercises and competitions are done by moving the Kinect sensor which facilitates this. As I said, Body and Brain Connection is a premiere game for the Xbox 360 because it has Kinect option, an option that appears especially on video games for Nintendo's Wii console.

Another premiere is that this game has been so far the only one on the market that provides such a unique experience to video game fans on the console Xbox 360 with a device combining Kinect.

Be among the first to buy this game. The game was first released on 8th February 2011. Compete with friends and family to get the best score in any of the 20 exercises or you to boast with the youngest and best brain. This product can be purchased from Amazon at the best price.

Japanese Mafia Clan - Yakuza Games Series

2011-02-05T19:29:00.001+02:00

Yakuza video games series for Playstation 2 and Playstation 3 consoles was inspired by the Japanese Yakuza criminal organization, a mobster who has strong links with the cult of the Bushido samurai.

Like many other stories of states, the Japanese History was a very restless one, with many wars and disasters occurring over time. During this time, Japan was controlled by various mafia groups who fought each other for supremacy and in order to seize as much land and wealth as possible. During that period the martial arts appeared and the Samurai emerged and developed a new social class.
The Samurai were direct vassals to the Shogun and served him in military actions. They were experts in fight, with or without weapons, they had special armor and two legendary swords. Very often, in case of defeat, the bravest Samurai asked the other warriors to kill themselves in group, providing an example for future generations. Until late fifteenth century, the Samurai culture developed in the "Bushido Code", influenced by Confucian teachings and Zen culture.

This code of samurai emphasized self-sacrifice, purity, loyalty, modesty, honour and affection. These values promoted by the Bushido code were adopted later, by the Yakuza criminal organization.

Returning to the Yakuza video game series, in this saga 3 games have been released so far, and the last game of the series will be launched in March 2011. The games’ titles are: Yakuza, Yakuza 2, Yakuza 3 and Yakuza 4. The first two games of the series have been developed for PlayStation 2 console, and the last two games of the series have been developed exclusively for Playstation 3 console. The main characters you will meet in the four games are Kazuma and his adoptive daughter, Haruka.
The tale starts when Kazumi finds himself caught in a Japanese underworld plot involving a mysterious girl named Haruka and the absence of a significant amount of money. In this first story, Kazuma will have to use all her knowledge and skills in the fight in order to overcome unpredictable situations.
Yakuza 2 continues the story of the two characters, introducing you deeper into the gray world, full of violence, of the Japanese underworld. We will meet the two characters in Tokyo and Osaka where they will try, over 16 levels of play, to prevent fighting between rival underworld gangs. The two will have to go through many different surprise situations and intrigue, which they should overcome.
In Yakuza 3, the protagonists are leading a quiet life. Although it seems that the obscure past of the two was forgotten, a series of events occurring around them reminds them about their negative past. In Yakuza 3, the players will be able to develop strong street fighting in the most dangerous cities in Japan, Okinawa and Tokyo, where only the strong ones have a chance to survive. It is the first console game in the series designed for Playstation 3, it is a step forward in improving the quality offered by the Sega Int. manufacturer.
Upon the immense success with the public, the Yakuza video game series producers were planning to launch Yakuza 4, in March this year, a game designed exclusively for PlayStation 3, a game that will resume the story of Yakuza 3. This last game of the series focuses specifically on the human character, highlighting a fierceful fight between four men of honour, social status, money and power. In this last game of the series, you will also find many stories involving treacheries, lies and incendiary revelations. The climax of this last game is given by the birth of a new legend – Kamurocho.

If you are keen on action video games and if you're over 17 years old, we recommend you to play the Yakuza series, that will introduce you to the Japanese culture and civilization.

It is worth to buy a Wii Fit Plus?

2011-02-02T18:28:00.001+02:00

At beginning of this article I want to say that I personally have not used this product. But I want to do an overview of what I have read and heard about this product.

First, I want to state that I'm a fan of physical exercise that helps the body maintain a good tonus with the result that I manage to avoid the occurrence of chronic diseases brought by sedentary and unhealthy lifestyle.

New WII Fit Plus system was launched by Nintendo's big concern in late 2009. From then until today I have heard only good things about this video game, which surprisingly, does not put you in a front of a screen with a joystick in your right hand, but it enables you to maintain your physical condition through a series of activities among which may be mentioned yoga and aerobic exercise.

The question is what is Wii Fit Plus?

Searching on the official site, I found that Wii Fit Plus combines fun with exercise. It is a game designed for all ages, both young and old. Playing Wii Fit plus every day with family members, you can keep fit and you can even lose the extra pounds without following different treatments that do not give any results, but rather after a period from ceasing the diet, the pounds are back. Wii Fit also is accompanied by an important accessory: the Wii Balance Board, a small platform that will follow in real time all the moves which you make and shows them on the screen. Wii balance board has the same features like the wii remote control. Also, with this board you can get your center of balance tested.

Another important thing that motivates players to play this game is a chart of daily progress. On this chart you can see that you have had some results ever since you started playing this game. Also, this chart could be the subject of a competition between family members or between friends that play this game. This game has about 40 activities which are grouped into six training modes like aerobic, yoga and balance games.

As I said above, this game can be played with family members or with friends, thus it is a multi-player. It can be played in a multi-player mode with great success at various parties, such as children's birthdays.

Those who have tried this game have been pleased with it. There were however some who were dissatisfied with certain aspects such as indications given for different modes of play, which could have been more explicit, for each game can be daunting if you do not see some immediate results in terms of weight loss or for those who have athletic performance, this game can be boring as some exercises are too easy, bandwidth control could be stronger.

Altogether it seems that this game is a good long-term investment, not very expensive ($ 94.54) and it is a good game for the whole family. It is your decision if it's worth investing money in this game to maintain your health and play, or if money can be directed towards other purchases.

It should be noted that Wii Fit Plus with Balance Board can be purchased only by U.S. citizens or those who have Apo / Fpo addresses. Terms of warranty and technical support can be learned from the manufacturer.

Wii Fit Plus Review

Best MMO - Everquest 2 Review

2011-02-01T09:59:00.000+02:00

On this Everquest 2 review I try to answer to many topics and issues related to this game. Everquest 2 serie is the best MMO and is available for fans of these titles: Original Everquest II, Desert of Flames, Kingdom of Sky, Echoes of Faydwer, Rise of Kunark, The Shadow Odyssey, Sentinel’s Fate and Destiny of Velious (available from February 22, 2011).

EverQuest II is the next generation of massively multiplayer gaming, a huge online world where friends have come together for adventure and community. Featuring breathtaking graphics and vast, beautiful and dangerous game world to explore, EverQuest II sets the standard for graphical realism as players are immersed in the game's exciting locales and mysterious lands.

Desert of Flames is the first expansion pack for the EQII franchise. Desert of Flames provides players with additional quests in an exotic ever-shifting realm with over 30 unique places to adventure through. Travel to the Dervish city of Maj'Dul to challenge and fight other players in the first-ever PvP action for EQII. Collect creature pets and pit them against each other in special combat arenas. Use Guild Vaults to share your hard-won loot, and experience the incredible lives and legends of the mysterious inhabitants of the Desert of Ro.

High above the mightiest peaks of Norrath a secret world exists. This Overrealm, made up of enormous islands of land suspended in the air, is home to aviaks and creatures never-before seen. Kingdom of Sky pushes the boundaries of adventure and character development to new heights. An entirely new form of advancement introduces enhancements and abilities that allow you to specialize and individualize your character in exciting ways, while level ranges for adventurers, artisans, and guilds are all increased. Player-versus-player gaming expands with four deadly new Arena Champions and two new Arena zones. Plus, 10 unique adventure areas and 25 additional enemies added.

Echoes of Faydwer is the third expansion pack for EQII and the first EQII expansion pack containing content for beginners and high-level players.Echoes of Faydwer is a great starter pack as it contains the originalEverQuest II, Desert of Flames™ and Kingdom of Sky™. This expansion introduces a new playable race, The Fae, an enchanted race of winged creatures. The Fae dwell on the continent of Faydwer, in the arboreal city of Kelethin, an additional starting city added.

Rise of Kunark is an "All-In-One" compilation pack including all the features and content from the critically acclaimed base game EverQuestII, all three adventure packs and all three previously released expansion packs. Rise of Kunark is the best selling EQII expansion pack and is the fourth and most recent expansion pack available. It introduces a new playable race, the Sarnak and a new starting area, Timorous Deep. Rise of Kunark includes many highly-detailed areas that are fondly remembered from EverQuest as well as brand new areas only recently unearthed!

EverQuest II The Shadow Odyssey is the fifth expansion for the critically acclaimed EverQuest II franchise. This all-in-one compilation pack follows the award-winning and best-selling Rise of Kunark expansion. New players and veterans alike will journey through a massive amount of exquisite content unlike anything ever before seen in EverQuest II. The Shadow Odyssey stretches well beyond the fantasy realm and propels theEverQuest II world into a new era of excitement and adventure.

The sixth expansion of the groundbreaking franchise, EverQuestII Sentinel's Fate is an all-in-one compilation pack which transports players into a universe of legend and lore where adventures are just the beginning. The fabled lands of Odus, filled with epic quests, magnificent dungeons and limitless content provide the ultimate MMO experience for new players and seasoned veterans alike. Sentinel's Fate presents the next chapter of theEverQuest II legacy which will be written by the passion of players and fueled by the hunger for adventure.

The latest addition to the monumental MMORPG franchise, EverQuest II Destiny of Velious presents an unmatched all-in-one compilation pack loaded with the groundbreaking EQII base game, seven thrilling expansions and three exciting adventure packs. New and veteran players are transported to the legendary Great Wastes of Velious, where towering dungeons, dangerous beasts and epic storylines provide the ultimate MMO experience.EverQuest II Destiny of Velious launches its adventures into the sky delivering impressive new features and gameplay, including flying mounts.

Everquest 2 Q&A

Where to find Everquest 2 maps?

The best place to view Everquest 2 maps is http://maps.eq2interface.com/

Where to find information about tinkering recipes?

All information about recipes (adorner, alchemist, armorer, carpenter, jeweler, provisioner, sage, tailor, tinkerer, weaponsmith and woodworker you find on http://eq2.zam.com/db/recipelist.html?class=Tinkerer

Everquest II Quests

On http://eq2.zam.com/db/questlist.html?1 you two category of information: quest by type and quest by zone. Quest by type: Access quest, Betrayal, Catalog, Ctiy Tasks, City Tradeskill tasks, Deity, Hallmark, Heritage, Language, Lore and Legend, Mission, PVP task, Prestige, Signature, Tome, Tradeskill, Training and World Event. Quest by Zone: Bloodline Chronicles, Desert of Flames, Echoes of Faydwer, Fallen Dynasty, Kingdom of Sky, Rise of Kunark, Sentinel’s Fate, Spllitpa saga, The Shadow Odyssey and Classic.

Everquest 2 – System Requirement

Minimum Specifications: Recommended Specifications:

OS: Windows 2000 / XP / Vista

Processor: Pentium III 1 Ghz or greater Pentium 4 2 Ghz or greater

RAM: 512MB 1GB

Disc Drive: 16x DVD-ROM drive

Hard Drive: 10GB or more

Sound Card: DirectX9-compatible

Input Device: Mouse and keyboard

Other: Broadband Internet connection required for online play

Where I can find Everquest 2 crafting guide?

You can find crafting guide for Everquest 2 at http://eq2.zam.com/wiki/Crafting_Guides_(EQ2).

You find information about:

Resources

• A Harvester's Guide

• Consignment System

• Crafter Specific Gear

• Harvested Resource Lookup and Guide

• Kingdom of Sky Harvesting Guide

• Recipe Books

• Tradeskill Instances and Other Places to Craft

• Tradeskill Tutorials

• Tradeskill Fuels

Mechanics

• Tradeskill Rare Event Guide

• Tradeskill Writ Guide

• Understanding the Arts

• Tradeskill Flow Chart presented by Domino at Fan Faire 2007

Class Guides

• Crafting Classes

• The Adorning FAQ

• The Tinkering FAQ

• The Transmuting FAQ

• Tradeskill Respecialization

Miscellaneous Guides

• Totem Guide

Quests

See:

• Tradeskill Quests

TSO Missions

See:

• Shadow Odyssey Faction Missions

• Shadow Odyssey Tradeskill Missions

Sentinel's Fate

• Sentinel's Fate Tradeskill Quests

• Sentinel's Fate Faction Missions

Where I can find Everquest 2 gold or platinum?

You can find Everquest 2 gold or platinum at best price on Amazon.

Questing at 70

You find all information about questing at 70 on http://eq2.zam.com/search.html?q=questing+at+70

Everquest 2 installer

On http://eq2.zam.com/wiki/installer_(eq2) you find information about Everquest 2 installer: EverQuest II Trial Installer (Recruit-a-Friend Program) ; EverQuest II Installer; Station Launcher Installer

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?

2011-01-30T07:43:00.003+02:00

Yf you want to buy and download Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego game or other games from Carmen Sandiego Series, you can find below a list with all games and price available on Amazon.

Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego is a adventure game from Carmen Sandiego series for Windows Vista / 2000 / XP platform, designed for ages 8 to 12.

Carmen Sandiego is up to her thieving high-jinks again. While children travel the globe to track her down they learn about geography, history and world cultures. You can find this game on Amazon at $9.72.

Where in the World & USA is Carmen SanDiego? - this is a learning software released by Learning Company.Travel to 51 U.S.A. cities and learn interesting facts about each state's geography, history, and people. To solve cases or gather information for school assignments, a rich electronic database is included, featuring narrated video clips, regional music, maps, and comprehensive essays. You can buy this product from Amazon at best price: $16.49.

Carmen Sandiego is a version for PlayStation 2 console. The last descendant of an African King reveals an ancient secret with his dying words: Deep in the jungles of Rwanda lies a hidden temple containing a great diamond which possesses the knowledge of all nations. The map to the temple has been etched onto the skins of eight drums scattered throughout the world, and all eight drums must be re-united to open the temple. But beware, the drums are protected by mysterious powers, and legend has it that elemental spirits guard the treasure. And so begins Carmen Sandiego: The Secret of the Stolen Drums; where players travel through nine exotic locations to learn their history and geography, while solving challenging puzzles along the way.

Buy now this game from Amazon at $14.99

Oregon Trail Carmen Sandiego will be released on March 28, 2011. You can pre-order now this item from Amazon at $19.99. Pre-order Price Guarantee! Order now and if the Amazon.com price decreases between your order time and the end of the day of the release date, you'll receive the lowest price.

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? - Expand your knowledge of world geography as you track villains' trails through 50 beautifully painted panoramas of locations rich in history, music, and culture. Includes internet links to current maps, satellites images & more! Product Features: Discover world geography; Learn the history, culture, and music of 50 different countries as you track evil villians; Uncover knowledge from animated characters or visit the mulimedia library for essays, photos, and video clips. System Requirements: Platform: Windows, Mac; Media: CD-ROM

You can order this item from Amazon at $42.50

PBS Kids Games:Caillou - Birthday Party

2011-01-29T22:29:00.001+02:00

Caillou - Birthday Party it is a great games from PBS Kids Games series. This PBS Kids Game was released on November 21, 2001 by Brighter Minds. Join Caillou and all his friends from the award-winning PBS series for a fun-filled celebration! You choose from one of four party themes, and you can even make your own printable party accessories for when your next birthday comes along.

Caillou's friends will be arriving soon for his birthday party, and your little one will enjoy wandering through the rooms of Caillou's house as he gets ready for the big event, finding clickable objects, 6 party hats and 8 activities. Before playing, you select a "theme" -- Sports, Music, Sun & Sand or Nature, which only minimally affects game play.

The games, most of which have three difficulty levels, are:

1. Sound identification. Caillou shakes a present and you determine what it is by choosing from three objects represented. Difficulty level varies whether you select from a set of pictures, words or pictures with words.

2. Melody Match. Create a free-form song or listen to a progressively longer song then recreate it by clicking on the appropriate characters and pictures.

3. Crafts. Design and print party hats, invitations, cards or placemats.

4. Bubble pop. As Caillou takes a bath, you are asked to pop specific bubbles. Difficulty determines whether the bubbles depict colors, shapes or numbers.

5. Rhyming. Grandpa reads a two-line poem with the last word missing, and you choose from among three words to make it rhyme. Words are highlighted as the story is read.

6. Make a cake. Use given layers and decorations to construct a cake, then identify who will get a piece of it. Difficulty varies the number of layers and how the recipient is identified -- by clicking on the full name, overlapping letters of the given name or constructing the name from a jumble of letters.

7. Musical Chairs. Caillou and his three friends are dancing. You click on the person that corresponds to a given color, shape or number.

8. Number Chase. This is a game that Caillou plays against a chosen character. Die are rolled and the difficulty level determines whether Caillou counts, no one counts or two dice are rolled.
You find this game on Amazon at best price: $19.99

Kingdom Hearts Strategy Guides

2011-01-29T16:00:00.000+02:00

We try to present in the following post a few official strategy guides from the series Kingdom Hearts.

Thus, we will start with Kingdom Hearts Official Strategy Guide, a guide written by Dan Birlew. It offers a complete walkthrough, in which the players can discover the worlds, the maps of the worlds and also all mini-games. This guide got 5 starts from consumers.

For Kingdom Hearts II Limited Edition Strategy Guide the author is Brady Games. The guide has 2 parts: Jiminy's Journal and the Signature Series Official Strategy Guide — making it the ultimate Kingdom Hearts II collectible! And this guide also got 5 stars from consumers.

KINGDOM HEARTS Chain of Memories Official Strategy Guide (Signature Series) is written by Elizabeth Hollinger. It is a guide that shows the readers all the secrets of the game, a complete walkthrough of the 13 levels as well as many others. It is an extremely appreciated guide by those who used it and it also has a reasonable price.

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days Signature Series Strategy Guide is written by Brady Games. The guide offers a complete walkthrough of both stories and playing modes; it is an impressive guide which describes in detail all enemies and gives other hints.

Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep Signature Series was released on market in the summer of 2010. It is a very helpful guide in revealing all new commands that appeared in the game. It also offers a detailed description of the map of each world, all weapons and mini-games.

Top 5 Best Selling 360 Charger

2011-01-29T10:09:00.000+02:00

We try to present in the following post 5 best products from xbox 360 charges category, which are best-selling products and which received the highest ratings from users. If you follow the links for these accessories you can find all technical information, consumers' reviews and the price.

We begin with Xbox 360 Quick Charge Kit. Although it was released almost five years ago, this accessory for the Xbox 360 is kept on the top of the best-selling products, consumers giving him five stars regarding price-quality relationship.

Follow closely Xbox 360 Charge Base. Nyko 360 charger is an enhancement appeared last year on the market. It is an extremely useful product for those who have an Xbox 360 console and need good rechargeable batteries.

Next in the top is Xbox 360 Energizer Power and Play Charging System. This product appeared in spring 2010 and offers the possibility to simultaneously charge two Xbox 360 controllers in about 2 ½ hours.

Xbox 360 Power Base Induction Charger is a handy tool, released on the market in autumn 2010. This product offers the ability to track the individual status of each battery charge. The package also includes two rechargeable lithium ion batteries and an adapter.

Xbox 360 Power Base Inductive Charging Dock is a product launched in January 2010 and it is available in two colors (white or black). This product uses a wireless signal loading, being able to charge batteries as such or connected to your original Xbox 360 controller.

Raise your child with the help of games!

2011-01-28T11:37:00.003+02:00

Man’s life passes very fast. One of the most important parts of life is when you become a parent. It is a unique moment, full of powerful and contradictory feelings. Why do I say contradictory? Because many young parents get scared in the period after the baby’s birth. What should they do? How should they raise their child? How can they help their child get over difficulties? What should they do in case the child gets sick? How should they raise him/her?

Nowadays children are different from the children in the past. This is because the world is in a continuous change, man’s life and especially children’s life is not quiet and spent with the family, under the family’s protection. All that parents can do in order to raise their children as well as possible is to educate them in their first years. By educating them, along the years they will have a lot of satisfaction to see well-prepared adults, capable to carry out different projects and capable to get over different situations. The children will be, on their turn, adults capable to educate their own children in the most efficient way.

There are many ways to educate your own child. The companies that produce games come with a help for parents. Among these, we can mention Nintendo Company, which has designed a few exceptional educational Wii games.

Such a game is Babysitting Mama, dedicated to girls up to 10 years old and to little boys who will be fathers in the future. This game was released at the end of the year 2010 by Nintendo Wii and it is perfect to educate little girls for life. It is interactive as girls interact with a doll. 40 different activities can be played, and girls will learn how to take care of their own child, how to feed him, put him to sleep, change and bathe him, go for a walk etc.

Even if at first sight the game seem simple, this type of activities remain in the young minds of the children and over the years they will be capable of dealing with different problems, reminding themselves of the educational games from childhood.

Try not to neglect the education of your own children as what can be more beautiful and useful than educating a child through games!?!

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Lost Weight Using Just Dance 2

2011-01-27T19:03:00.000+02:00

Nowadays, many ladies and gentlemen have a medical problem: they are too fat. This is because they eat unhealthy food or they have a job which does not involve physical effort (e.g. office work), or they do not respect the diet based mainly on fruits and vegetables.

Unexpected support comes for these people from a video game for the console Nitendo Wii. We are talking about Just Dance 2, a game which was released at the end of last year.

If we are discussing about the utility of the video games in the life of the people and especially of the children who could have behaviour problems by playing video games based on violence, we can see that there are games which can help.

Just Dance 2 is a game for the whole family, for children, young people and adults, whose special merit is to set the whole body on the move. This thing can be done through dancing. What can be more beautiful than this?

Dancing, besides being art, also burn calories. Of course that every positive result will be obtained only through work. It is the same with losing weight. With the help of Just Dance 2, you can both have fun together with your family and lose calories at the same time, the result being evident in a few weeks.

We recommend this new game for the Nintendo Wii console as an alternative to the other ways or medical treatments for burning calories.

Just Dance 2 has over 40 songs on which you can dance: the songs of Elvis Presley, Donna Summer, Boney M., Beastie Boys and many others. You can also download other songs online and refresh the track list.

So dance with Just Dance 2, move, feel good and lose weight.

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Can be played LittleBigPlanet 2 with move controllers?

2011-01-26T18:56:00.001+02:00

LittleBigPlanet 2 is a new puzzle-adventure game for PlayStation 3 console which was released on January 18, 2011. There is a question: Can be played LittleBigPlanet 2 with move controllers? Because on the box says: move compatible. The answer is yes: you can play LittleBigPlanet 2 with move controllers. But the move controller can only be used with Sackboy's Prehistoric Moves which is 10 bonus levels included on the disc or $6 from PSN. In this case Sony needs to change their label for Move. They need to make it say clearly "Move Compatible demo included" cause right now they make it seem like the game is 100% move compatible.

LittleBigPlanet 2 (LBP2) is a puzzle-platforming game for PlayStation 3 with new built-in functionality allowing players to create advanced content, including full-fledged games of all sorts, which can be shared with others within the LittleBigPlanet online network. The third game in the LittleBigPlanet franchise, the toolset within LittleBigPlanet 2 provides players with the ability to easily change the mapping of objects in-game, add abilities and non-player AI characters, create cutscenes, link levels and more. Additional features include backwards compatibility with content created with the original LittleBigPlanet game, a 50 level deep Story Mode and all new platforming gadgets.

LittleBigPlanet 2 - Game Features

Story Mode - Explore more than 50 pre-prepared game levels holding an all-new storyline

Create Full Games - Take advantage of a wealth of editing tools to create full scale games

Gadgets Galore - New gadgets available within LBP 2 include: a grappling hook for platforming, the Creatinator which allows for items to help you platform, and Power Gloves with which you can toss and move large objects in-game

4-player multiplayer - Enjoy 4-player support online and offiline in created games using new features and abilities

AI Sackbots - Program and manipulate these non-player characters to do your will in-game

Cinematic Cut-Scene Maker - Create custom cutscenes for use in-game, or just as a means of sharing with friends

Improved Share Functionality - Improved search and share functionality and features allow players to more quickly peruse the millions of LBP pieces of content available online

Backwards Compatible to Original Game - LBP 2 is compatible with all content created with the original game

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Review GoldenEye Wii

2011-01-25T17:50:00.001+02:00

James Bond 007: GoldenEye is a new action-shooter game exclusiv for the platform Nintendo Wii, which was released on market in November 2010. The new James Bond 007: GoldenEye for Wii is released a decade later after this title was played for the first time on the platform Nintendo 64, when it was a real success on the FPS games market. GoldenEye Wii is made by Eurocom which also made the Quantum of Solace 007 Wii game back in 2008.

Story

For the beginning it has to be emphasized the fact that, unlike the film and the first game version of this title, Pierce Brosnan is replaced by Daniel Craig, in order to give the game a new display for the Wii platform. The plot is changed so that Bond appears in all the events of the story for instance Bond is at Severnaya when the Goldeneye blast hits. In order to get Bond there the writers included a full attack on the Severnaya base by Russian soldiers under Orumov's orders. The Severnaya guards send out an alert picked up by MI6 who then send Bond to investigate. This doesn't make sense on several levels. First of all the whole point of stealing the EMP resistant helicopter was so that Orumov could draw as little attention to himself as possible as he stole the Goldeneye codes from the almost completely unguarded research station. Having this massive assault made the Tiger helicopter essentially superfluous and makes it pretty much impossible that Orumov could get with his scheme without everyone knowing he did it. The game retained the interrogation scene almost word for word but how could Defense Minister Mishkin possibly think Bond was behind the theft of the Goldeneye? Did Bond also command dozens if not hundreds of Russian troops to attack the facility? In almost every case where the characters or plot are changed it's to the detriment of the story.

Gameplay

For the version Goldeneye Wii there are not many reasons of insatisfaction. Activision did a great job by bringing all necessary facilities for a modern action game. You can try using three separate control schemes: Wiimote + Nunchuck, Classic Controller Pro, and the GC controller. And while the CCPro was instantly familiar and well-done, the Wiimote + nunchuck ultimately won out. There is a number of preset sensitivity preferences. I upped the sensitivity of movement while looking down the sight of the gun, as well as the turning axis (which helps making a 180 turn while in multiplayer matches).

Characters

The character names remain the same (Orumov, Trevelyan, Simonova) but they are completely changed and unrecognizable from the original characters and none of the changes are improvements. Classic guns (including the golden one) and characters from past Bond-movies are playable in the multiplayer mode. These characters include: Jaws, Francisco Scaramanga, Oddjob, Ernst Stavro Blofeld, Baron Samedi, Rosa Klebb , Red Grant, Julius No

Single-Player Campaign takes approximately 10 hours, during which you have a lot of action and you can have fun by going through all levels of the game. From slower missions to more explosive ones, everything is conceived in order to satisfy the different tastes of action video game-lovers. The game levels are divided into two categories: the first are of medium difficulty, and the last two will be extremely difficult for you as they will include more missions.

Multiplayer Mode

In multiplayer mode you can play online with maximum 7 players of different types. The greater experience you get, the better guns you can use, new gadgets and stat boosts. The maps are fairly well designed with numerous access points, decent camping spots, and recognizable features that help in familiarizing yourself with the maps. Again, you might be disappointed if you're expecting maps from the original. Nothing is as good as the Temple,Facility, Complex, or Archives, though some replacements (Facility and Archives) are still pretty well done.

While Conflict and Team Conflict are your standard deathmatch modes, there's also Golden Gun mode, Heroes mode, Goldeneye mode, etc... all fun and unique modes that really do separate Goldeneye from Halo and COD. You'll also be able to unlock a few hardcore modes that lower health and lose the radar. There's a lot of game here.

Graphic

The graphics of this new version of GoldenEye cannot be compared with the HD graphics which you can see for examples at PS3 consoles, but for the Wii version it is much better than the one of the original GoldenEye.

Replayability

GoldenEye Wii deserves 5 stars for being re-played. Even if you get to the end with the single-player mode, you can play more online, in the Multiplayer mode, which will keep you busy for a long time.

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GoldenEye 007 Wii Trailer

Nintendo 3DS Pre-Order Offer

2011-01-24T17:53:00.001+02:00

Nintendo 3DS will be released on March 27, 2011 in USA. Nintendo 3DS which will be released on March 27, 2011 in USA is a groundbreaking hardware release that brings 3D gaming to the handheld market for the first time. The fourth major release in the DS product line, the Nintendo 3DS utilizes 3D Slider functionality and an improved top LCD display to present a glasses-free 3D effect on compatible games, while giving players the option to moderate the effect as they see fit. Taken together with additional features including full analog control in 3D game environments, motion and gyro sensors that transfer the movements of the handheld into the game, 3D camera functionality, an adjustable stylus and full backwards compatibility and you have not only a must-have system, but a revolution in handheld gaming.

Nintendo 3DS - Hardware Features

3D Screen

Like previous handhelds released by Nintendo, the Nintendo 3DS incorporates both an upper and lower LCD display in a clamshell layout. The lower screen features familiar Nintendo touchscreen technology, is 3.02" (2.42" wide x 1.81" high) with 320 x 240 pixel resolution and is capable of displaying 16.77 million colors, but the groundbreaking upper 3D screen of the Nintendo 3DS system is where Nintendo opens up a whole new world of eye-popping gameplay possibilities. This 3.53" display (3.02" wide x 1.81" high) is capable of displaying approximately the same 16.77 million colors, but with 800 x 240 pixel resolution. 400 pixels are allocated to each eye to enable 3D viewing. This stereoscopic 3D display gives objects within the gameworld a feeling of space and depth that extends far into the back of the screen. This amazing depth of field effect vastly increases the ability to see the position of characters and obstacles in compatible game, making many game experiences even more intuitive for all types of players.

3D Depth Slider

A built-in 3D Depth Slider along the right side of the top display allows you to immediately adjust the intensity of the 3D settings on the Nintendo 3DS system to your liking. The 3D effect can also be turned down completely if the player so chooses. All Nintendo 3DS games and applications can be played in 2D, and look better when played on the Nintendo 3DS than any Nintendo handheld before it.

Motion Sensor and Gyro Sensor

Portable play control reaches a new level with the Nintendo 3DS' Motion Sensor and Gyro Sensor combination. Together these precision built-in features allow for new and unique gameplay mechanics as the 3DS reacts to real-time motion and tilt. Whether players are twisting their systems side to side, or moving it up and down, their motion-compatible Nintendo 3DS games respond instantly.

Circle Pad Analog Control

With the Circle Pad, located above the + Control Pad, Nintendo 3DS offers full analog control in 3D game worlds. Combined with the touch screen, traditional buttons, camera and microphone input, and advanced motion control of the Motion Sensor and Gyro Sensor, the potential is extraordinary.

3D Camera Functionality

Along with a digital camera facing inwards towards the player, the Nintendo 3DS system features two outer cameras positioned along its upper edge when device is open. These two cameras see the world in 3D, much like the human eye, allowing for the creation of 3D photos - and a similar 3D effect to that seen in Nintendo 3DS games. All cameras feature 640 x 480 resolutions with single focus lenses that use the CMOS capture element and an active pixel count is approximately 300,000 pixels.

Adjustable Stylus

The adjustable Nintendo 3DS Stylus takes the idea of touch control to a new and even more user-friendly level. Once removed from the holder, the stylus length can be adjusted to your liking with a simple push or pull. Now anyone can achieve the optimum level of comfort while playing games that use the stylus.

Cradle Charging

Dock your Nintendo 3DS system whenever you are not using it in the included Charging Cradle to keep it powered. You can then leave the system on in Sleep Mode while charging, so that it can communicate via the SpotPass feature at any time of day or night.

What's In The Box
Nintendo 3DS system, Nintendo 3DS charging cradle, Nintendo 3DS AC adapter, Nintendo 3DS stylus, SD Memory Card (2 GB), six AR card(s) (view the cards using the outer cameras to play supported AR games), Quick-Start Guide, Operations Manual (including warranty).

Nintendo 3DS - System Specifications

Size (when closed) - 2.9" high, 5.3" long, 0.8" deep.

Weight - Approximately 8 ounces (including battery pack, stylus, SD memory card).

Upper 3D Display - 3.53" (3.02" wide x 1.81" high) with 800 x 240 pixel resolution, range of 16.77 million colors and 400 pixels are allocated to each eye to enable 3D viewing.

Lower Screen - 3.02" (2.42" wide, 1.81" high) with 320 x 240 pixel resolution and range of 16.77 million colors.

Cameras - 3 (2 facing out, 1 facing in), each with 640 x 480 resolution capability; single focus lenses using the CMOS capture element; active pixel count is approximately 300,000 pixels.

Wireless Functionality - 2.4 GHz, supporting IEEE802.11 b/g with the WPA/WPA2 security features.

Input Controls - A/B/X/Y Button, + control pad, L/R button, START/SELECT, Circle Pad (enabling 360-degree analog input), Touchscreen, embedded microphone, Camera, Motion sensor, Gyro sensor.

Other Input Controls - 3D Depth Slider (enabling smooth adjustment of the 3D level effect), HOME (HOME button brings up the HOME menu), Wireless switch (can disable wireless functionality even during game play), POWER button.

Parental Controls - Enable parents to restrict game content by ratings as well as use of specific wireless connectivity, 3D functionality, etc.

System Transfer - Enable users to transfer already purchased software from one Nintendo 3DS system to another. DSiWare purchased for the Nintendo DSi or the Nintendo DSi XL can also be transferred into a Nintendo 3DS system.

Built-in Software - Includes: the Nintendo 3DS Camera, Nintendo 3DS Sound, Mii Maker, StreetPass, Mii Plaza, AR Games, Activity Log, Face Raiders, etc.

Connector - Game Card slot, SD Card slot, Cradle connector, AC adapter connector, Audio jack (stereo output).

Sound - Stereo speakers positioned to the left and right of the top screen (supports virtual surround sound).

Stylus - Telescoping stylus (approximately 3.94" when fully extended).

Electric Power - AC adapter (WAP-002 [USA]). Nintendo 3DS Battery Pack (lithium ion battery) [CTR-003].

Approximate Charge Time - 3.5 hours.

Approximate Battery Duration - 3-5 hours (3DS software), 5-8 hour (DS software and/or with lowered brightness settings).

Game Card - Nintendo 3DS Game Card. The size is approximately the same as Nintendo DS Game Card.

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Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's World Championship 2011 Over the Nexus

2011-01-23T18:12:00.000+02:00

Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's World Championship 2011 Over the Nexus is a upcoming strategy games for Nintendo DS, which will be released on March 15, 2011. Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's World Championship 2011 pits duelists against each other in epic battles both on the streets and on the duelist field. Beginning in the deserted city of Crash Town, Toru and the main character dream of traveling to New Domino city to do battle in the World Racing Grand Prix. Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's World Championship 2011 offer players the ability to battle with over 4,200 cards and compete in duel runner battles with up to 3 teammates. Including updated duelist screens for faster battles and new features for beginner duelists like deck diagnostics and in battle assistance. Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's World Championship 2011 includes the ability to battle friends or foes via Wi-Fi connection anywhere in the world and live leader boards. Amp up the dueling action in the most robust Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's game ever!

Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's World Championship 2011 Over the Nexus - Features

Duel with more than 4,200 of the most up to date Yu-Gi-Oh! cards including Storm of Ragnarok releasing in February.

Original storyline created and torn from the highly successful Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's animated series on Cartoon Network.

Duel Puzzle Editor allows players to post questions and answers via Wi-Fi connection while gaining points and rankings.

Deck Diagnostics offer players the opportunity to have the game evaluate and help build a stronger deck.

New features for beginner duelists include in game tutorials, deck structuring tutorials and assistance as well as a "next move" option when a player doesn't know what to do next.

Replay features offer the ability to save a duel once completed so duelists can go back, review and study the last battle to hone their skills and even see the moves the computer made.

Battle anyone, anywhere, anytime via Wi-Fi connection and compete in weekly duel championships each with new rules and live leader boards.

Includes 3 exclusive trading cards in pack: (Necro Fleur, Sorciere de Fleur and Z-One).

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List of Video Games Released on 25.01.2011

2011-01-23T17:20:00.001+02:00

You find below a list whit all video games which will be released on 24-31.01.2011 for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC Download consoles.

Dead Space 2 is a new action-shooter games which will be released on January 25, 2011. This game will be available for PS3, Xbox 360, PC and Collector's Edition. Dead Space 2 is a third-person horror survival game in which players must battle an alien infestation straight out of a nightmare. Follow-up game to 2008's original Dead Space, in this new release players explore a whole new terrifying game environment and battle the Necromorph abominations utilizing new weapons and tools such as the powerful javelin gun and a new space suit with built-in booster rockets. Additional game features include: improved telekinesis powers and online multiplayer functionality.

Two Worlds 2 is a upcoming RPG which will be released on January 25, 2011. This item will be available for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC. Return to the vast world of Antaloor in Two Worlds II. Building upon the original game, Two Worlds II offers the willing adventurer a unique and thrilling RPG experience unrivaled in the current RPG landscape. Two Worlds II features a completely new game engine pushing hardware to its limits, as well as a revised combat system, new enemies, improved animations and an enhanced AI and multiplayer support. This combined with the extremely detailed, interactive environment will be sure to make Two Worlds II a must-have title for RPG fans.

Lord of Arcana is a new RPG for Sony PSP which will be released on January 25, 2011. This world is called Horodyn, so named for its first king. At the edge of a village surrounded by a huge forest lies the powerful stone Arcana, the source of all order in the world. It is said that only one with power can acquire Arcana. Slayers annihilate hordes of monsters, so that they could lay their hands on Arcana. What power does it hold within? And to what destiny is one with Arcana bound?

Exorcist is a new games for Windows which will be released on January 25, 2011. Enter a dark world where you are blessed with the ability to see demons, and cursed to use your gifts to expel evil. As the story unfolds, you find that none other than Mephisto himself is waiting to challenge you as this fight for good turns into a nightmarish mission. Enter into evil's inner sanctum, where you must confront the truth about the love of your life to save your soul! Journey through detailed gothic environments in your pursuit of the elusive Mephisto. Horror on a massive scale with over 40 chilling locations to explore. Use your hidden-object skills to strike back against this devilish force. Inventive puzzles challenge you at every demonic turn. Includes a complete game walkthrough.

Paws and Claws - Marine Rescue is a upcoming Simulation games for Nintendo which will be released on January 25, 2011. Rescue, Rehabilitate, Release! Make a difference at your very own Paws & Claws Marine Rescue as you diagnose, treat and care for injured animals. Release the healthy animals back into the wild to swim and roam freely!

John Daly's ProStroke Golf is a new golf games which will be released on January 25, 2011 for Playstation 3 and PC. Featuring John 'The Lion' Daly, the game uses its unique ProStroke control system to deliver accurate golf shots. With no artificial barriers to shot performance, control is key. Beginners can hit good shots and expert players can hit great ones.

John Daly's ProStroke Golf features the unique and critically acclaimed ProStroke control that allow players to shape and control real golf shots like never before in a golf video game.

Dino Strike With Green Gun Bundle is a new shooter games for Nintendo Wii, which will be released on January 25, 2011. Are you the Hunter or will you end up being the Hunted? It's a race for survival in Dino Strike as you blast through jungles filled with prehistoric beasts looking to put you on the endangered species list. Ferocious dinosaurs are not only alive and well, but stalking you at every turn, so stay sharp or you may find it is you who faces extinction!

Final Fantasy PSP - Dissidia 012

2011-01-23T08:24:00.000+02:00

Dissidia 012 [duodecim] Final Fantasy is a new RPG for Sony PSP released on March 22, 2011 by Square Enix. Final Fantasy PSP - Dissidia 012 - the title refers to the '12th battle' (duodecim means 12 in Latin), a new war between Cosmos and Chaos, that forms the basis of the story. This war will require new allies both good and evil to join the battle. The divine conflict between harmony and discord rages on, the fate of the world its promised prize. Fighting to secure it are brave souls summoned for that solitary purpose. These warriors, relying on what fragments of their shattered memories remain, fight to end the conflict - and for a chance to return home, to the worlds they each once knew. Final Fantasy PSP - Dissidia 012 also adds new game modes, story missions, items, alternate costumes and combat features, expanding upon the action and excitement of DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY in every way. Get ready for the return of the ultimate portable fighting experience.

Dissidia 012 [duodecim] Final Fantasy Features

The battle between good and evil continues: The action-packed world of Dissidia Final Fantasy is back in full-force, now with new game modes, story missions, items, alternate costumes and combat features.

Soar through expansive environments and participate in gripping combat, all while enjoying RPG-based character development that adds a rich layer of depth to the story behind the clashing forces.

New characters revealed: Kain (Final Fantasy IV), Tifa (Final Fantasy VII) and Lightning (Final Fantasy XIII) are revealed as playable characters - the first of many new faces to step up in this ultimate battle between good and evil.

New features and scenarios: New to Dissidia 012[duodecim] Final Fantasy are an Assist feature that enables players to enlist characters as back-up in combat, as well as a playable Chaos storyline that further enhances the robust gameplay experience.

If you’ve not played DISSIDIA before, here’s what to expect: a mix of great Beat ‘Em Up action and RPG gameplay depth, starring the most memorable heroes and villains from the FINAL FANTASY series.

Yuna Dissidia 012

Yuna has been confirmed to appear in Dissidia 012 as a playable character. She appears as a Summoner and will be able to summon her Aeons, including Ixion, Shiva and Bahamut, into battle to attack. For her EX Burst, she uses Ikai Okuri which calls out all summons at once ending the special attack with her signature pose which was seen on Final Fantasy X.

Dissidia 012 Duodecim Final Fantasy Debut Trailer [HD]

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Dragon Age II PC/PS3/Xbox 360 - Special Pre-Order Offer

2011-01-21T17:30:00.000+02:00

Dragon Age 2 is a new upcoming role - playing games, which will be released on March 8, 2011. Dragon Age 2 will be available for PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 consoles. Epic sequel to the BioWare developed 2009 Game of the Year, Dragon Age: Origins, Dragon Age II continues the adventure with a new hero, Hawke, and utilizes the choices made by the player to affect a story that spans ten years worth of time in-game. Additional game features include: the ability to choose your character's class and sex, a new cinematic in-game experience, a nonlinear narrative and the ability to import saved information from earlier Dragon Age games. Dragon Age II utilizes a nonlinear narrative, taking the form of a story-within-a-story that hinges upon your exploits as told by the storyteller, Varick. Yet like any good storyteller, Varick tends to exaggerate from time to time. When questioned on events related to Hawke, Varick may present a different scenario in which Hawke's exploits play out. It is within these replays that the decisions of the players hold sway, as their particular versions of Hawke relive these events. Is the player's particular version of Hawke, male or female? A warrior, a rogue, or a mage? Is Hawke good-natured or something less than a salt-of-the-Earth type? Is romance in the air amongst characters he/she associates with? These choices are all the player's to make and each affect the the outcome of the story at all levels.

Even if Dragon Age 2 will be released on March 8, 2011, you can pre-order now this game from Amazon for PC, Playstation 3 and for Xbox 360.

Special Pre-Order Offer
Reserve your copy of Dragon Age 2 and receive the in-game Fadeshear Sword (Fadeshear The core of this blade is old. As old as the first smiths who sought a way to battle the nightmares from the land beyond. It has fought the demonic hosts in countless battles. Sometimes it has been held high in triumphant victory. Other times, it has lain broken besides its dying owner. But after every defeat it has always been reclaimed, reforged, and made stronger. Fadeshear has passed through many hands before yours. Now it is your turn to make the demons of the Fade pay for crossing the Veil into the waking world. Features:Improves with level-up; Additional damage vs. demons and undead) and the Lion of Orlais Shield (The Lion of Orlais At the height of the Summer War all of Orlais was embroiled in fierce battles. Over the course of the war dozens of contenders for the Imperial Throne emerged - most long forgotten except as footnotes in scholarly tomes. But everyone remembers the gallant young lord Emile Deveraux, "The Golden Prince". Thought outnumbered at every turn, he racked victory upon victory culminating in the Seventh Battle of Roses. While wearing this shield he broke through his uncle's vanguard to win the day. He never knew the taste of defeat, instead meeting his end at the hands of a jealous lover in the dead of night. Features:Two rune slots; Adds to health; Adds to % XP gain). The sword provides additional damage vs. demons and undead, and the shield provides 2 added rune slots, adds to your health, and improves XP gain. A code to access the bonus content will be e-mailed within two days after your order ships. Existing pre-orders of Bioware Signature Edition will automatically qualify for this offer. Offer valid when shipped and sold by Amazon.com, while supplies last, and limited to one purchase per customer. Amazon reserves the right to change or terminate this promotion at any time.

Dragon Age 2 - Official Trailer [HD]

Xbox 360 Console Elite Final Fantasy XIII Bundle

2011-01-19T17:24:00.001+02:00

The Xbox 360 Final Fantasy XIII Special Edition Bundle is the total entertainment experience. This special offer includes Final Fantasy 13, two Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers and a 250GB Hard Drive. "There are many people talking about this bundle, saying that it's not worth it because the console has no special design. That's not a big deal at all. You have to look at the overall value you get with this bundle. The console itself has the Jasper chipset built-in, the hard drive is the largest available (250GB) with a custom Final Fantasy XIII engraving, there are two controllers (always safe to have a back-up), and the game itself is fantastic. I do feel that it would have been nice if they could have replaced the second controller with either HD or HDMI cables, but the value you get with this bundle is still worth it." (consumer review)

What’s in the Box
• Xbox 360 Console
• Final Fantasy XIII (Rated “T” for Teen.)
• Xbox 360 250GB Hard Drive
• 2 Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers
• 1 Xbox 360 Wired Headset
• 1 Ethernet cable
• 1 Standard definition Xbox 360 Composite A/V cable

Final Fantasy 13 - Xbox 360

Final Fantasy 13 is a Role-Playing game for Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 consoles which was released by Square Enix and rated Teen by ESRB. The first chapter there is no exploration at all. You walk down a straight path with a couple of [-shaped detours on the map for obstacles, with perhaps one treasure chest "hidden" at a dead end immediately before or after one of the bends. There are no avoidable battles. The graphics were extremely great, but the linearity was horrifying! There wasn't even anything resembling an experience point system. I thought I was in for a well-designed adventure game.

When the story starts out, you control Lightning, who is accompanied by Sazh. As far as the storyline goes, you have no clue what's going on. It's almost as clueless as the start of Chrono Cross. Two unintroduced characters start fighting after some amazing graphics showing a clueless storyline. Sazh is mainly an accompaniment at this point. You see in the menu that you may have an opportunity to change his equipment, but other than that, there is nothing you can do to him.

Lightning isn't much different, though you do get to control her actions during battle. There is no hint at an experience point system, or even of levels, new abilities, or anything like that. You get a rating at the end of the battle, somewhat like Devil May Cry with a whole lot more technicalities, but there does not seem to be any means of advancement or meaning to this at this time.

Chapter 2 introduces a means of playing with new characters. You at first take the lead with Snow and with Vanille, though we really dont' know who they are and don't have much introduction to the story. So we see we get to control new characters, but that's it. Still very straight forward, although chapter 2 does introduce a few more turns and loops in the map, all of which are still obvious and nearly unavoidable.

In chapter 3, the role system is introduced. What this means is that Lightning has, for example at this point, a role of a Commando. The battles you've been fighting you've been accumulating CP, Crystarium Points. Similar to Limit Points in Final Fantasy XI, these Crystarium Points can be used to further develop the individual roles of the character. Each new crystal in the Crystarium will either unlock a new ability, increase your attributes by a specific amount, or give ou an option to equip an additional accessory. Later to be introduced are also Role Levels, which simply improve the character's overal performance of the role, though it does not specify how. So there isn't an experience point system to level up your characters. Rather, there is a Crystarium Point system in which to add attributes, abilities, and accessories to your character.

One thing I find extremely nice is that there is no MP: magic can be cast at any time. Your HP is restored after every battle, and your TP is slowly regenerated up to 5 points at the end of battles, and sometimes during battles. If you loose a battle and get a "Game Over," you can immediately retry and start up immediately prior to that battle without any loss of previous unsaved data. Also, every battle you can pause the game and hit select to "retry" the battle. It is the equivalent of escape, and never fails. I know it is available at the beginning of chapter 3. It may be available before that.

I believe it's at the end of chapter three that you get access to the workshop. Here you can upgrade your equipment, which does bring in an experience points system, though it is very much unrelated to the previous 12 games. It may be related to XIV, but I haven't played it yet, so I cannot determine that. Each mob drops treasure. Some of this treasure are components for upgrading your equipment. Each component is worth so many experience points, plus it also has a positive or negative hidden multiplier value.

In chapter 4 the Crystarium is expanded and we see that each character will also be able to play different roles, eventually obtaining up to three roles each, and I believe a total of 6 roles:

The Commando is mainly physical attack, though it does employ magic. I believe it is more meant to incur single instances of physical damage.

The Sentinel is your tank, with no offensive abilities as of chapter 10 other than a counter attack.

The Ravager is mainly magical attack, I think, though it definitely is more like physical magic than your traditional Black Mage. I believe the Ravager is meant to increase chain attacks.

The Synergist casts offensive and defensive status enhancements and en- spells, adding a magical effect to physical attacks (plus a nice graphical enhancement of the weapons).

The Saboteur enfeebles your enemies.

The Medic is the healer, and as of yet can cast cure, esuna, and raise. Esuna removes the latest debeff from one of your party members.

There is also an "Erase" type spell to remove a buff from your enemies, though I don't recall the name or the role which casts it.

Each character has a different set of crystals for their role, and each character can develop different levels of roles. It is important to figure out which characters you want to develop at which role. My recommendations thus far are to max out Lightning as a Commando, Snow as a Sentinel, Vanille as a Medic, and Sazh as a Synnergist; though the player's guide has different recommendations, I will not mention the other 2 characters by name, as they come into the storyline later, but I'd recommend a Synnergist and a Medic for the former, and a Sentinel and Commando for the latter.

Also in chapter 4 there are hidden areas, which you have to do something later in the chapter to unlock something earlier on the map that isn't obvious. Another thing that is not outright obvious, though it is fairly common sense, is that most chapters and many waypoints, when you start off, go backwards a few feet on the map for a treasure sphere.

Late in chapter 9, all 6 members of the party are together and you finally get to decide who is party leader and who is in your party. Up until that point, the party leader and who was in the party was predetermined, with all 6 having been leader at some point, and a variety of combinations of members for the party. Even though you have 6 members in your party, only 3 can be active, and they cannot be switched during battle like they could in XII, nor can the leader be switched during battle as in Star Ocean The Last Hope. In addition, you only control the actions of the party leader, although an "auto-heal" or "auto-attack" option for the party leader is also available and frequently comes in handy. You do not have to do so, but using Libra or a Librascope on the enemy will allow the AI to take over when using auto-attack. If you fail to use Libra, your other party member or two party members may cast spells that will heal the enemy.

In Chapter 11, from what I have heard, it ceases to become so much of a JRPG and more of an adventure RPG. Side quests become available, and places may be revisited. I'll try to update this review later after I have played through the entire game. So far, I am at 60 hours and three second at the beginning of chapter 10, the "midpoint in the storyline," but by far not the midpoint in the game.

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Assassin's Creed vs. Fallout 3 - Review

2011-01-17T16:27:00.001+02:00

If you want to play xbox 360 games, you should consider on these two: Fallout 3 and Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood.

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Before play Xbox 360 games Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood and Fallout: 3, you can read below a comparasion betwen these two games. Both are adventure games released in for Xbox 360 consoles and published by Ubi Soft and Bethesda ( rated Mature by ESRB).

Like any game review, you will be able to find here informations about this two games.
Story

In Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood the setting takes place in 2012 if you playing as Desmond and 1499 in Roma if you playing as Ezio Audtiore. Brotherhood takes place right after Ezio exits out of the vault. After meeting a familiar face, he returns to the villa to relax but something happens to Ezio once again and after years of fighting for punishing the people who killed his family in AC II, he is force to hunt down his enemies. The difference in this game is that you are not supposed to run through the story on your own; you are expected to recruit assassin's to assist you througout the game and they are yours to summon whenever needed. The city of Rome is vibrant and bustling with interesting and sometimes amusing people. Beggars line the streets, prostitutes beckon you to hire them and groups of vigilantes gather in the public squares, all adding to a sense of realism that made the previous game so endearing. The bulk of the game is spent in Rome, which may feel like a step back from Assassin's Creed II, where you would travel between cities, but Rome is so vast and populous that you'll easily overlook this. In Fallout 3 you are a citizen of Vault 101. The first hours of the game see you growing from a drooling baby to a full-drown adult. All hell breaks lose when your father, the highly-respected focal point of your whole life up until now, goes AWOL. In his pursuit, you are forced to leave the sanctity of Vault 101 and venture out into the great beyond that is the smoldering remains of Washington DC. Once you're out, what you do is entirely up to you. And I mean entirely up to you. With the proper weapon, guidance, and skills, you can do almost anything now. You can go after your good old dad if you want, or forget him altogether. Become a wasteland messiah and bringer of good fortune, or shoot every poor soul you come across and pick over the remains. Everything you do affects your level of karma, which in turn affects the way others interact with you. Acting like a total jackass gives you a load of freedom, sure, but expect people to act coldly towards you. On the other hand, you could be a total saint, and unqiue rewards abound.
Gameplay
In Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood you can now combine attacks to kill your enemy. For instance, Ezio will have his longsword out and have his hidden gun in his other hand. If your a little rusted on your combat skills, Brotherhood has a virtual training game where you can brush up your skills if needed. Also whats a great add on to this game is that you can now relive events that you already did during the story. During the course of the game, you can have other assassins with you during the game. This is a great add-on and keeps the game going. You can have up to 13 assassins with you. Now whats great about this is that the assassins will come in handy during situations. If your on a mission where you cannot be detected and you see guards all over the place. You can call the assassins to kill the guards for you. You can also send them on missions to level up and get better equipment. Now as for the big update, this game has multiplayer. Great add on and highly addictive. There are three modes. Wanted, Manhunt, Alliance. The great thing about the muliplayer is that when your hunting someone, there's sometimes people one or even four people hunting you. For example, your playing a round of wanted. You have four other players who are trying to find you while you have to kill your target. You see your target and you run up to him and kill him. Little as you know, there's a person waiting for you to kill your target so he/she can kill you. You will always be on your toes when playing this game and it will get very repetitive. Either way, you will have a good time when playing this game. On the other hand, in Fallout 3 a variety of weapons are at your disposal, guns primarily. But you can also use your fists or various bludgeoning weapons, too. Battles tend to be unexpected, and a surprise attack can seriously burn a hole in your health and restorative supplies. This proves to be a pain, especially early on, when money is scarce. You'll find yourself saving and reloading the game multiple times in some instances. Often times, your enemies greatly outnumber you. That being said, you will probably die. A lot. Even at the lowest level of difficulty, Fallout 3 can get pretty taxing. You're bound to get better as you go along, but it is frustrating. Luckily, you've got a few more things to help you out here. A targeting system, V.A.T.S, allows you to single out certain parts of an enemy's body to attack, and even gives you a hit ratio. This is especially useful with guns, though it does hamper the challenge of battles some times. Along the way, you can also recruit the help of several allies. These allies range from completely useless to almost invincible, but some of them are a bit tough to recruit. With the completion of missions and the vanquishing of enemies, you gain experience. Enough experience, and you'll level up. With each level up, you have a variety of stats to raise and tweak around with. It gives you something to look forward to, and it doesn't take forever to level up.
Graphics
On both games graphics are excelent. In Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood graphics are so good that it looks like you're watching a film rather than playing a game, although it definitely doesn't feel like that! One of the best looking open world games of all time, in terms of art direction and quality. The environments, characters, effects, and animations are all phenomenal. The highly detailed buildings, clothing, and props all realistically fit the world. The characters look and animate great right down to their facial expressions. The graphics in Fallout 3 are very realistic, especially with facial expressions in the characters. Precise voicework and beautiful attention to detail are abundant in the game. No player should have any trouble with the graphics.
Sound
The sound track and sound effects in Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood are amazing. The music is appropriate for the setting and gives a sense of action, mystery, and danger. The sound effects put you right into the action or they'll make you want to seek comfort in the shadows as you stealthily plan your next assassination. The soundtrack is also available on itunes. In Fallout 3 the sounds that emanate from the wilderness, the caves and the settlements are atmospheric, but pretty dull. The sound heats up when there's a fight, but it's still dull. However, you have the option of tuning into a variety of wasteland radio stations, some of which play some pretty catchy tunes. Funfact: most of the music you hear is real music from the 40s and 50s. You might even recognize some of it, if you're a fan of that kind of thing.

Arma2: Combined Operations - The Game Downloads

2011-01-16T12:13:00.004+02:00

ArmA2: Combined Operations [Game Download] is a action-shooter game downloads released on June 29, 2010 by Meridian4 publisher.

ArmA2: Combined Operations [The Game Downloads] is a great game for OPFOR fans. Here's few reasons why must to buy ArmA2: Combined Operations:

1. Product Description - Arma2: Combined Operations

Built on over 10 years experience, Arma 2 - the game downloads thrusts you into the heart of the most realistic military simulation ever developed, featuring cutting edge technology, vast, detailed environments and authentically modeled units, weapons and vehicles. Combined Operations brings together the award-winning Arma 2 and the stand-alone expansion, Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead where each game can be played separately or combined for the ultimate military combat experience.

2. ArmA2: Combined Operations [Game Download] - System Requirements
Minimum Specifications:
OS:Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7
Processor:Intel Core 2.4 GHz or AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.5 GHz
RAM:1 GB (2 GB for Multiplayer)
Hard Drive:20 GB
Video Card:Nvidia Geforce 8600GT or ATI Radeon 3650 or faster with Shader Model 3 and 512 MB VRAM

3. ArmA2: Combined Operations [Game Download] - Customer reviews

"This is a simulation game, meant to give you the closest thing to battlefield experience possible in terms of scale variety and depth of role. If you buy this game expecting call of duty like game mechanics, you will be disappointed. If, however, you are a person of some creativity, patience, and diligence, you will find a literal gold mine of opportunities in Arma II. For me, its the ability to create almost endless possible military encounters from black ops missions to a US Marines beach head assault. The potential is all there, as long as your willing to attack the learning curve."

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4. ArmA2: Combined Operations [Game Download] - Product details

ASIN: B003UV8RRE
Release Date: June 29, 2010
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Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #130 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
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5. ARMA II: OPERATION ARROWHEAD - Official Trailer HD (PC)