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Cheaters Always Win with This PS3 Joystick

Posted Jan 20th 2009 7:10PM by Libe Goad
Filed under: News, Playstation 3

A new $89.99 PlayStation 3 joystick, the XCM Dominator, that will let you get a leg up (fist up, foot up) in fighting games. Instead of madly mashing buttons on the Sony PS3 controller, this joystick will let you program in combos (up to 20 keystrokes) -- then all you need to do is a hit a button to pull off a complicated move. Isn't that technically cheating? Maybe so, maybe no .... we're not going to judge.



The controller also has a rapid-fire mode for each of its buttons, which might come in handy while sniping the Helghast in Killzone 2 when the game arrives next week. And, this thing will definitely increase your cool factor (or not, depending on who you hang with) with its blue glowing LED lights. You can buy the Dominator now at Extreme-Mods and MoorGames.com. Also check out Mad Catz officially licensed Street Fighter IV joystick we saw at CES.

Logitech G-Series: PC Gaming Gear on Steroids

Posted Jan 6th 2009 10:50PM by Libe Goad
Filed under: News, PC Games

You've heard about someone having "too much car" -- you know, the guy who rolls into the gas station in a hulking H3 Hummer, and it's clear he's not in the military or hauling around much of anything other than his ego. The same logic may apply to the new Logitech G-series mouse, keyboard and headset, (all announced today at CES) -- three cool, but not really necessary, pieces of gear for the hardcore PC gamer.


The hulking command center in the image above is made up of (from L to R) the previously announced G13 gaming keyboard, Logitech's G9x mouse with a customizable grip and weight, Logitech's G19 Keyboard with USB 2.0 ports and an LED screen and the new G35 Surround Sound Headset that delivers that 7.1 surround sound experience directly to your ears.

Zoom in for a closer look at the three new pieces of hardware and there's some interesting (and some less interesting) features that can be had at a premium price.

The G19 keyboard, like the G15 keyboard before it, includes a LED screen with color display that can almost be used as a secondary monitor, keeping important game stats in sight at all times (we'd love to see this used for maps or our World of Warcraft stats).The G19 also includes two USB 2.0 ports and customizable lighting for the keys. It's a whole lot of keyboard, and if you can't live without the 2.0 ports or the mini-monitor, it's yours for the taking in March for a wallet-busting $199.


The Logitech G9x mouse is not that different from the Logitech G9, except that its sensitivity reaches 5,000 dpi -- offering gamers the finest of finely tuned mice that will lead them to victory (provided they have the skills to make it happen). The mouse, like the G9 before it, also has a customizable grip and weight system and will hit stores in April for $99.




For $130 you'll be able to lock and load these feature-rich G35 headphones, designed to simulate 7.1 surround sound. It also comes with an adjustable noise-canceling mic and three 'voice morphing' buttons on the side, which -- if done right -- will most likely be the best feature on this headset. There's also volume and mute buttons on the earpiece and the headset comes with a total of three different headbands that can be snapped on and off for further customization. You know what they say -- if you've got a big head... Look for the G35 headphones in April.

Logitech's G13 Gaming Keyboard Wins CES Nod

Posted Jan 6th 2009 8:49PM by Libe Goad
Filed under: News, PC Games

We have to admit, the first time we laid eyes on the Logitech G13 Advanced Gameboard -- a funky backlit 25-key keyboard with a small programmable joystick and built-in memory that stores your preferred key configuration, no matter what computer you're playing on -- we thought we'd stumbled on to the Nintendo Power Glove for the hardest of the hardcore computer gaming set.

Turns out we were wrong -- that is, if the CES Innovations Awards board has anything to say about it. Today, the keyboard (plus eight other Logitech products) won the Best of Electronic Gaming Award, beating out two other pieces of Logitech gear -- the Logitech Driving Force GT and the Logitech G35 Headset. The keyboard runs for $80 and is set to hit stores in March, when you can finally show off your one-handed typing skills to the world.

Making PS3 Gaming Sound Even Better

Posted Dec 12th 2008 6:51PM by Micheal Mullen
Filed under: News, Playstation 3

The audio nerds at Turtle Beach know that many gamers can't blast the 5.1 system because the neighbors are cranky. Making amends usually involves the gamer having to wear headphones. Thankfully, Turtle Beach is bringing its popular X1 headphone series for Xbox 360 to the PlayStation 3 as the Ear Force PX1. Plus, they're adding the Audio Advantage USB-based audio card to enhance game audio and online chatting. While the audio card will also work with PCs, the headphones will work with Xbox 360 too. You can pick up the Ear Force PX1 headphones through the Turtle Beach site for a mere $79.99.

Logitech: One Billion Mice Sold!

Posted Dec 3rd 2008 7:32AM by Libe Goad
Filed under: News, PC Games

Logitech, the peripheral manufacturer that's been feeding our PC gaming addiction with mice, keyboards, speakers, etc. since the mid-'80s has officially declared that it has shipped one billion mice. In honor of the momentous occasion, the company's sponsoring a contest -- follow the mouse on its journey via blog.logitech.com and guess its final destination. Guess correctly and you'll "win some great prizes."

We asked Logitech reps to shed more light on said prizes. In the meantime, you should check out this semi-amusing list of Logitech mice that never made it to market, which includes such rejects as a mouse with three scroll wheels, a mouse with a tiny joystick on top and a mouse with a laser pointer embedded in the front for impromptu presentations or -- more likely -- pissing off coworkers.

New Nintendo DS Bundles (Ice Blue, Mario Red) Arrive on Black Friday

Posted Nov 25th 2008 9:26AM by Libe Goad
Filed under: News, Nintendo DS

Mario Red DS bundle arrives on Black Friday for $150.
In case you didn't snag one of last year's Black Friday DS bundles (or even if you did), you'll now get a chance to pick up two more extra special bundles starting November 28 -- one with an "ice blue" DS that comes with a copy of Brain Age or a special Mario edition, that includes a red DS with a 'M' emblazoned on the top, plus a copy of New Super Mario Bros.

The two special edition bundles will roll into stores on Black Friday and run for $149.99. Both will also include a special edition carrying case for the DS -- ya know, so you can safely tote your system to any snooze-worthy family events over the holiday season. What's that, Grandma? I can't hear you over these Koopa Troopas.


The Ice Blue DS bundle comes with Brain Age and a special carrying case.


Unboxing! Ice Blue Nintendo DS w/ Case

    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99. Click to see all the goodies inside!

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

    Ice blue carrying case - clearly Nintendo's caught on to the fact that women salivate at anything that comes in "Tiffany's blue."
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    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99.

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

    The wallet has a magnetic clasp securing it on the front...
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    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99.

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

    ... and opens to reveal three slots for DS games, a stylus holder, and a zipped compartment. What could be inside?
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    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99.

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

    Our Ice Blue DS!
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    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99.

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

    The brand new DS in all its glory. The zipped compartment is lined with a soft fabric to protect your new baby from dings and scratches!
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    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99.

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

    Closeup on the new DS
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    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99.

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

    The new DS, opened -- you can see the reflection of our camera in its un-marred new screens!
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    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99.

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

    The back of the new DS.
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    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99.

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

    The whole kit and caboodle!
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    The Ice Blue and Mario Red Nintendo DS bundles arrive in stores on Black Friday (November 28). We received the darling Ice Blue edition this morning -- the bundle includes a copy of Brain Age and a turquoise blue wallet to hold the DS and three games (as well as an extra stylus!). The bundle retails for $149.99.

    Robin Yang, AOL GameDaily

Get In Shape, Gamer, With More Wii Fitness Accessories

Posted Nov 11th 2008 1:46PM by Libe Goad
Filed under: News, Nintendo Wii

Thrustmaster, the game accessory company best known for making joysticks for serious PC gamers, tries to attract a new kind of gamer with a new line of fitness accessories for the Nintendo Wii.

The T-Fitness Pack Pro NW ($49.99)
comes with an oh-so "trendy and stylish" fitness bag, which you can use to store the Wii balance board, a foam floor mat, two flexible wrist/ankle weights, a strap for an MP3 player, a rechargable battery for the Wii Balance Board and USB recharging cable. The kit also comes with a green-and-white striped headband and cleaning cloth so you can mop up the sweat after a gruelling workout with Wii Fit (or the other Wii Fit wannabes out there -- we're talking to you Jillian Micheals Fitness Ultimatum).

Don't want to spend $50 on a bunch of fitness stuff that will probably collect dust next to your AbRoller and your Tony Little Gazelle? A cheaper version of the kit, the T-Fitness Pack NW ($30), comes with everything but the weights and floormat. Then again, you could also just step outside and take a jog for the low, low price of free.

New Intercooler TS Ships for Xbox 360 and PS3

Posted Nov 6th 2008 6:39PM by Micheal Mullen
Filed under: News, Xbox 360, Playstation 3

Nyko's popular current gen console cooler, Intercooler, quickly became a "must have" accessory as gamers could easily sense that their Xbox 360 and PS3 gaming machines gave off a massive amount of heat. As newer versions of Xbox 360s featured smaller chips that gave off less heat with improved airflow and as PS3s seemed to still work with the high level of heat, Nyko needed to change its product for the market.

Earlier this year at E3 2008, Nyko unveiled the new Intercooler TS series that innovates the product like with what it calls TempSmart technology. In short, along with more powerful and quieter fans, the new units automatically detect increases in a console's temperature output and turns on fans to cool it down. Past units either required manual activation or the constant rumble of fans added to a room's noise level.

The Intercooler TS clips to the back of the Xbox 360 or PS3 and features a separate AC adaptor that ensures cooling for a few moments after the console powers down. The PS3 version also offers a user-controlled fan speed to turn it on full blast during heavy gaming sessions

"We have taken the concept that made the original Intercooler one of our most popular products of all time and incorporated consumer feedback and our own innovations into that design," said Chris Arbogast, Director of Marketing at Nyko Technologies. "The result is an upgraded cooling solution for today's game consoles."

Whether you're concerned about the heat inside your console or looking to upgrade your current Intercooler, the Intercooler TS for Xbox 360 sells for $24.99 and the PS3 version sells for $34.99. For a little less money but without the automatic TempSmart technology, gamers can also buy the Intercooler EX for Xbox 360 for a mere $19.99.

Limited Edition Xbox 360 Controller Hits Stores Today

Posted Sep 30th 2008 12:11PM by Libe Goad
Filed under: News, Xbox 360

Seeing red? It's not a side effect from living without Xbox Live for an entire 24 hours -- it's the new limited edition red Xbox 360 controller that hit stores today "just in time for the holidays."

Outside of the rockin' red color (with black accents), it's still just your standard 360 wireless controller. Speaking for myself, I'm a total sucker for packaging (the pink Xbox controller, aka "Lucky," is my weapon of choice), so we're already on bended knee, asking Microsoft to send us a 'review' unit. The new controller costs $65 and is available at retailers everywhere starting today.

HD DVD says bye-bye

Posted Mar 25th 2008 11:45AM by Libe Goad
Filed under: News, Xbox 360


Sure Toshiba and its partners gave up on HD DVD back in February, but they only now got around to formally disbanding the official HD DVD trade Group. Or, as they so eloquently put it:

"The HD DVD Promotion Group was dissolved as of March 28, 2008, and the website was closed accordingly."

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