Is Gamefly Worth It? My Experience
by webmaster on Dec.22, 2010, under Gamefly
Is Gamefly worth it?
The idea behind this website is actually quite ingenious, they essentially stole Netflix’s business model. You sign up on their website and pay a flat monthly fee of $22.95 to receive up to two video games in the mail. There are no late fees, meaning you have all the time you need to beat any given game. The shipping is included in your membership price and you also have the ability to purchase a rented game if you choose and they simply replenish that purchase with a new rental. Sounds great right?
Well I decided to try them out. I signed up for the Free 10 Day Trial, just to see how much of a hassle it would be to get my money back. Registration was very easy and I placed an order for two games I had been dying to play (Modern Warfare 2 and Fifa ’10). I signed up on Tuesday and had my games by Thursday, I was impressed so far. I played the games for a full week and loved every second of it, I’m such a nerd when it comes to PS3. On the ninth day I put the games back in the mail and logged on to cancel my free membership. To my surprise the cancellation process was virtually hassle free….I really couldn’t believe that.
I would have to say that I was fully satisfied with my experience at Gamefly. I actually went back on and signed up for a full membership after my investigation. Its been about three months now and I would have to say that Gamefly worth it. They have the largest inventory of in-stock video games anywhere. Including the latest from PS3, Xbox 360, and Wii.
So in conclusion is Gamefly worth it? Definitely yes. Everything that is provided with your membership makes Gamefly the new leader in video game rentals. The program is reliable and virtually hassle free. To top it off there is no cancellation fee. GameFly™ delivers the best video games to your door! Start for only $8.95 or Try for Free
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Wii Red Console Special Super Mario Bundle
by webmaster on Dec.18, 2010, under Wii
There are two really huge indicators that the “holidays are coming”! First is the Coke advert that sports that slogan, the second is the number of new game releases on the horizon – holidays 2010 is no different.
Yes, this is the time of year that the game market goes ballistic and the bun fights happen at the game shops on Christmas Eve as we all fight (physically sometimes) to make sure our darling offspring (or our spouses in the case of the Wii) get the games they want in their Christmas stocking.
And why not? After all that food a bout of something like Wii Zumba Fitness or Wii Party is good for us! Amongst all the “noise” there is one Wii release that really stands out.
What is it? It’s a Red Wii! Red Wii Consoles? Whatever next? To be fair, I think this is superb marketing by Nintendo. You see, it’s a special occasion. It’s Super Mario’s 25th birthday! No, I couldn’t believe it either.
Yes it’s 25 years since Nintendo launched Mario and his friends on us way back in 1985. Incredible to think that’s when a very pixelated Super Mario first bounded onto our computer screens. Nothing like we have today, in terms of graphics, it was all very pixelated “squared off” line drawings, it didn’t get any better in 1985. But gaming, and Mario, have come a long way!
Anyway, to the story behind this Red Wii Hardware and Game bundle. As it’s about Mario’s 25th birthday, the “Mario Red” Wii and Controller package is Nintendo’s way of celebrating this milestone. The package includes a “Mario Red” console, that comes with a “Mario Red” Controller and Red Nunchuk as well. It’s the first time Nintendo have moved away from the standard white or black consoles, but…for Mario (which has probably been one of their biggest profit spinners), anything is possible including a Red Wii Console!
If you’re a Super Mario Bros fan, this is a must I guess! And as it’s a special edition it is a limited release, very
limited. Nintendo haven’t said how many but I do suggest you get in quick if you want one. Official release date is 7th November (2010) in the U.S with a late October release in Europe. This special package is only due to run for the holiday season as I understand so expect withdrawl in early 2011.
So, as well as the wonderful Red Wii Console and Controllers, what else is included? Well, you also get three front line games pre-loaded.
First up is Donkey Kong as Mario battles to save Pauline after she is kidnapped by Donkey Kong. Wii Sports also comes pre loaded. So you can go bowling, play golf, tennis, baseball or box the wife (only one winner there then).
But the starring role is of course New Super Mario Bros, and because it’s a special edition there is the ability for four player game play.
The New Super Mario Bros game itself is a mix of cooperation and competition. Only you can decide which is best for you at any given time or situation! You can help your fellow players by picking them up and removing them from danger, but…you can also dump them right in the firing line! It can get nasty!
The playable character are Mario and Luigi (of course) as well as two Toads although many others from the Mushroom Kingdom appear here and there during the game.
You’re even able to ride the Yoshi characters and you can use them to gulp up your enemies….or other players.
The key skills to master in New Super Mario Bros is the motion abilities of the controller. This skill will stand you in good stead at key times in the game, for when you each the seesaw. By the way…make sure you’re first there, that’s all I’ll say!
The propeller suit is great fun, just give your controller a quick shake and you’re able to fire other players sky-high! You can also use Mario’s new ability to morph into “Penguin Mario”, but be careful with this the first few times you use this new skill.
If you’re playing multiplayer, you’ll all be ranked at the end of each section according to the number of coins collected and how many enemies you have defeated.
If you’re a true Mario fan (as I am) this has to be the holiday gift for you. I’ve already put my order in!
Remember thought, this is a limited edition so if you have designs on this package, it might be wise to pre-order now.
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What is Xbox 360 Red Lights?
by webmaster on Dec.12, 2010, under Xbox 360
The xbox 360 red lights problem that is common amongst xbox 360 consoles is a common problem which renders the xbox unusable. Amongst all the errors that the xbox 360 has, the most prominent one is the three red rings of death or more commonly known as (RROD).
Red rings of death (RROD) has a high occurance rate within xbox 360 consoles of 16.4% (or 1 within 6 consoles that you purchase) and that there is a high chance that your console may have such a hardware failure or core digital failure.
A good example of such a failure of the three red lights on the xbox 360 is that out of the 4 sections that surround the xbox 360 power button, 3 of them are lighted in red.
There are also other errors, and below is a summary of each of the errors that show up on the xbox 360 and their error codes:-
1 red light
E 74, E 79, E 71 is shown on screen and a solution to fix it is by ensuring that your A/V connections on your xbox 360 is secured. Another possible cause to the error is that there is a power surge or outage on your system.
2 red lights
The xbox 360 is overheating and it is best to switch off the xbox 360 and let it cool off for a few hours. Another option would be to let the xbox 360 have sufficient ventilation by lifting off the bottom of the xbox 360 from the ground.
3 red lights
This is the most common error code and is caused by the poor soldering that is done on the xbox 360 one of the most common ways by which to solve this problem is to open up the xbox 360 to scrap off the solder for resoldering the system. A more comprehensive microsoft articles touches on this three red lights problems more specifically at xbox 360 red lights. And if you want to solve this problem of three red lights on your xbox 360, check out this xbox 360 three red lights fix for your xbox.
4 red lights
This error is similar to the 1 red light error with the exception that error codes are not shown on screen. The A/V connections have to be secured on your xbox 360 in this case. This error may also occur if there are power surges or very brief power outages whilst the console is running and the solution would be to unplug and plug back the power supply of the console.
In conclusion
What xbox 360 problems do you have on your system? Most of the problems on your xbox 360 can be solved by using guides or software for your system and do check out the service over at Everything4360.com for making the best and fixing your xbox 360.
There is also an alternative service at Xbox 360 Red Lights Fix Pro Gamer Edition which is specialized at solving the xbox 360 three red lights problem for your xbox 360. An additional upgrade is also offered by the fix and it gives you an additional free upgrade to your xbox 360 to support high definition, valuable and not offered by anyone or any other repair guides out on the internet.
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Copy PS2 DVD Game – How to Backup Your Playstation Games
by webmaster on Dec.08, 2010, under PS2
Generally, if you play a PS2 game consistently every day for a few hours, the lifespan can only last for a year at most. That’s not to mention the scratches on the playstation 2 disc if you accidentally dropped it or your playstation 2 set has faulty mechanical problems.
Here’s in short basically how you can copy PS2 DVD games.
First thing you need is a DVD/CD burner. A normal DVD drive (DVD-ROM) will read CD/DVDs but it will not write to a CD/DVD. One way to tell is to look at the description on your DVD reader. If it says DVD-ROM only, then you only have a reader and can’t burn DVD. If it says anything like DVD+R or DVD-R or DVD-RAM, then your reader can burn DVDs.
The second thing to need is a DVD decryptor, it is a software that allows you to decode the data in ps2 DVD so that the DVD/CD burner could read it so that it could be copied in your blank disc or into your computer.
The easiest way to open the software is as follows. The first step would be to open dvd decryptor then go to MODE>ISO>READ and then it will copy the game and make an iso file on your pc hdd.
Second step would be when that finishes go to MODE>ISO>WRITE and then select the iso file that decryptor just made. It will burn the file to the dvd and presto you are done. I recommend you set the write speed to 1X to prevent write DVD problems
Also note that, sometimes it may not burn correctly and you may need to try again if this happens. Depending on the size of the data, it may take anywhere from 30 minutes to a few hours.
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Avcware Xbox Video Converter Download
by webmaster on Nov.28, 2010, under Xbox
AVCWare Xbox Video Converter is a powerful but easy to use Xbox video converting tool to perfectly convert almost all popular video formats such as AVI, MPEG, WMV, MOV, MP4, RM, RMVB, DivX, ASF, VOB, 3GP, FLV to MPEG-2 files suitable for playing on Xbox (Xbox360). With it, you can also capture images from video to share your favorite pictures with your family and friends.
Key features:
1. Trim Movie: you can trim any video segment at will by setting the Start time and End Time;
2. Merge videos: merge different source videos as an integrated video file;
3. Edit Video as you like: you can add water marks to the output video; crop frame size simply and fast to remove your unwanted area; and adjust the frame brightness, saturation and contrast, and even add some artistic effects like old film, canvas;
4. Load new files at any moment during the process of conversion;
5. Support operating by dragging and dropping;
6. You can run the program in background;
7. Easy to handle: So easy to handle that only a few clicks are needed to complete the conversion.
AVCWare Studio is a professional multimedia software provider specialized in offering digital video and audio conversion solutions.
AVCWare Xbox Video Converter is a powerful but easy to use Xbox video converting tool to perfectly convert almost all popular video formats such as AVI, MPEG, WMV, MOV, MP4, RM, RMVB, DivX, ASF, VOB, 3GP, FLV to MPEG-2 files suitable for playing on Xbox (Xbox360). With it, you can also capture images from video to share your favorite pictures with your family and friends.
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