Xbox 360 Fix Red Ring of Death

Posted on March 18th, 2009 Posted in Xbox 360

If you’re short on time and need to fix ASAP go see how.

If you’re a serious gamer you should wear your xbox 360 down to the point where you get the red ring of death. How does one with an xbox 360 fix the red ring of death?

Easy. No, this does not involve towels. That crappy strategy will probably end up short circuiting your xbox 360 and breaking it for good. Plus its likely to cause and fire and is not a real solution (seriously people, towels?!).

You can read the full guide to fix your xbox 360 here (with videos).

This is something I recommend to everyone. You really don’t need to buy a new xbox 360 when you can just get a xbox 360 fix for the red ring of death.

Getting that xbox 360 support

Posted on March 13th, 2009 Posted in Xbox 360

You’ve all seen my xbox 360 for sale post and are wondering why in the world you would dish out some cash for a new xbox 360 when you could go to microsoft support. Well this is a good point but please realize there are limitations. So please go read the Microsoft policy so you know the ins and outs!

IGN Halo Wars Review

Posted on March 13th, 2009 Posted in Video Game Reviews

You guys will remember that I wanted to get some opinions going on about Halo Wars. For Halo Wars go ahead and read the IGN Review and you can see for yourself why they think its “impressive”. OK fair enough it did seem like a pretty cool looking game but a mon avis I can’t really say that Halo Wars is what I wanted it to be.

Luckily it wasnt from Bungie so it means that their epic next game is still in the works. But still, interesting enough is that people think we’re going to see more and more console based RTS. What do you think?

Halo Wars

Posted on March 9th, 2009 Posted in New Video Games

What’s the general concencus on Halo Wars?

I saw the IGN review and it says the game is good and has earned a rating of 8.8, which speaks volumes about it. However, part of the rating is based off the fact that Halo Wars follows the Halo saga. That is, they’ve rated it very highly just because it appeases Halo fanboys.

The way I judge a game is exclusively through multiplayer and game longevity. The reviews all leave out info about multiplayer so I can’t really tell for myself wether or not its worth buying.

What do you guys think?

PS3 for sale

Posted on March 9th, 2009 Posted in Playstation 3

Pros and Cons of buying a PS3
The sequel to the very successful PlayStation 2 of the Play Station family – the Play Station 3 or PS3 was finally launched to the market late last year. Created to compete with seventh generation game console rivals Nintendo Wii and Microsoft’s Xbox series, the PS3 features online capability via its own official gaming service, the PlayStation Network.
Other than the expected online connectivity the new addition to the PS series has indeed much to offer but also has a considerable number of issues that still need to be addressed by Sony as suggested by some of its current users.

The Pros

PS3 has adapted an advance multimedia system with HDMI output with up to 1080p graphics, which makes its digital high-definition image a feature to reckon with. Together with its high-definition optical disc format, Blu-Ray Disc, its primary storage medium, gaming has never been so close to real life. The Blu-Ray Disc technology is one of the system’s major advantages that enables it to go beyond video gaming. It can read Blu-Ray Discs movies, DVDs, CDs and other optical formats.
Another competitive feature is its huge hard drive capacity which comes in 20GB basic, 60GB and 80GB options. Its user-friendly interface which is similar to that of the PSP also makes it a lot easier to operate and control.
Other desirable features include its compatibility with lower PS models, PS1 and PS2., built in Wi-fi and flash driver, and its sleek classy design.

The Cons
The top-of-mind concern of avid gamers on the PS3 is its expensive price. Priced much higher that competitor Nintendo Wii, the PS3’s advance features do not seem to be enough to justify its lofty price. With almost the same features as the Xbox 360 series, the PS3 seem to come across as over-priced. Even the PS3 sale price in some retail outlets would turn-off the more practical buyers. Pricing should definitely be improved for the PS3 for sale.
The new high-definition feature however only works best with higher TV models with at least 720p. No internal scaling seems to be available to convert it to its best quality of 1080p.
Another concern raised by its users is the limited number of downloadable content available for users. Its online store has been criticized not only about having scarce content but also about how difficult it is to navigate through the site and to click some important items in the online store.
Some complaints on how long it takes for system updates to finish were also mentioned by a number of current users.
Also, as the PS3 just started introducing its online gaming community, the PS family has yet to work hard to stand at par with the Xbox Live which has already been well-established. Given enough time, it can be expected that the PS Network would also make its own mark in the online gaming world.

In Conclusion
Looking at the many aspects of the PS3, the new Sony technology still has much room for improvement. Retailers are also one with the consumers in making sure that Sony addresses these concerns. This would only mean that PS avid gamers can look forward to greater things in the future.

Xbox 360 for Sale

Posted on March 9th, 2009 Posted in Xbox 360

Indulge yourself with Xbox 360 and have fun exploring the first of the upgraded game consoles that blows the gamers by storm. Designed by Microsoft, this particular product allows the player to compete with others online and download games and even movies.

It is a fun way to play by you and/or entertain friends since it has high- definition graphics and superb sounds. You can also upgrade your 360 with all the accessories available to improve your playing habit. With its abundant collection of games, you will never get bored again. Personalization of games, audio and photos are 360’s added bonuses as well.

Now since, Xbox 360 was launched a couple of years ago, buying one from the net is not much of an ordeal. There are several online video gaming sites that have Xbox 360 for sale. And like any other online purchases, there are steps to follow to avoid being scammed or tricked by mean tricksters.
First, learn everything you can about the merchandise, in this case the Xbox 360. Even the most trivial stuff can and will matter. Especially for novice buyers, checking on articles will really help a lot. There a lot of players out there, particularly owners of 360, that posts their reviews and thoughts about the product on several websites. You should also be informed about the pros and cons of the product so that you’ll know what to expect. If you want, you can even allot time to visit gaming centers or shops to familiarize yourself with the form and exterior of the 360.

Second, search for online sites that are protected and highly recommended. With this precaution, you can breathe a little easier in dealing your business over the net. Double check the features of the 360 advertised by the seller. Compare it with the features posted at Xbox’s official website. Verify the price as well. Then weigh it against the features. Make sure to compare the offer that you’ve been given to other sites that sells 360 as well.

Third, before closing the deal, orient yourself with the accessories included in the package. If everything’s complete- the cordless controllers, the adaptors, the assortment of plugs as well as the games included. That way, when you finally bought the 360, you can have your money’s worth.
Last but not the least, give the trader your correct information. It’s a matter of respect for the deal that you’ve made as well as for the Xbox 360 itself. Once you received it, remember to give feedback to the seller. It will be nice to build up a good reputation with the site you’ve bought the 360 to, plus the fact that your comment can also help and influence other Xbox 360 buyers as well.
With all these steps and a couple of other safety measures, you will truly have an exciting time playing your very own Xbox 360.