Is it safe to buy Wii Points online on the virtual console?

January 31, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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R C asked:


My son wants to buy some Wii Points online on the virtual console. The only way I can do this is by entering my credit card info online. However, I'm not sure about buying anything online with a credit card on the Wii system. Is it the same risk as personal computer or riskier. If you know a website with consumer reports please post them.

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How can I find out my own code on Mario Kart Wii for the friend area?

January 30, 2010 by Goldenchute · 2 Comments
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I have a wifi connection, but how can I possibly find out my own code so I can tell my friend to add me onto her friend list on Mario Kart Wii? I would grateful to whomever answers my question!

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Video Games Wholesalers: Where to Find Them Online?

January 30, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Joaquin Reveron asked:


Video games wholesalers are now numerous in numbers providing video games online retail outlets with current wholesale list of the latest in video games. If you are an online video game retailer, surely you have your own video games wholesaler distributor whom you have been depending on for your source of the latest video games and even accessories.

The explosive growth of the video gaming industry became more evident with the onset of the internet. Online gaming and the business of selling video games online enhanced more the growth of this industry. Retailers selling video games online proliferated.

Makers of video games soon realized the need to increase more the volume of their production due to the ever increasing demand for their product enhanced more by online retail business. Offline wholesalers of video games supplying the needs of offline video game retailers soon recognized the online opportunity for increased business.

Thus, in a matter of time, the triangular relationship between makers of video games, online video games wholesalers and online video games retailers came into being to serve the demand of online video games clientele. This business arrangement made the retailers depend on wholesalers for their supply of video games through their updated wholesale list of video games product.

If you are new to video games retailing business and you would want to find dependable video games wholesalers, it would be more advisable to learn first from those who are already there, meaning from owners of online video games retailers themselves. This is the safest way of going about looking for dependable video games wholesalers. This advice is simply due to the fact that because of the increasing popularity of this kind of online business, scammers like flies, are attracted to them.

So, beware. Another way would be to join discussions on the same eBay where you can ask for advices as to the legitimate and dependable video games wholesaler distributors. Options of Places You have for trading your time for a potential long term successful venture with the wanted source for your business necessities:

Article Directories: One place you can do well to accumulate information about useful and helpful sites that can assist you in your video games online retail business is an article directory. Article directories are now the in thing when it comes to looking for supplier of goods and services.

This is where most wholesalers, distributors, suppliers and even retailers would talk about their products and how you can benefit from them. If you happen to be looking for the kind of products or services they are writing about, you can then follow their link found below their articles.

There are surely many more ways. You need to keep doing your diligence with the correct information sources in order to rise up and beat your competition. Not only it is fun when you know what your results will be, you should also profit from the sale of your wholesale video games accessories. So make sure to treat your video games wholesalers well so you can also reap the rewards this holiday season no matter how slow the economic is for many.



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January 29, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Katy Kavy asked:


You will probably want to download free Wii games on the web. In fact, you do not only download games from these sites. You can also download songs, music, movies, and even TV shows on the web. The idea here is that you can turn your Wii system into a media center. However, do you know how you can really do so?

As a matter of fact, you will be able to find some websites on the web for you to download free Wii games. You may just try to search on Google and you will certainly be able to find tons of websites about it.

However, the quality of these sites cannot be guaranteed. One of the points here is that there are tons of sites which are of very low quality. When you are downloading from these sites, you computer may even be infected by virus! You may also be downloading some malware instead of the games you want. It will just like gambling when you are downloading from these sites!

To Download Free Wii Games on the web, you should think about the above issue. As a result, it may not be a good idea for you to download from sites which are absolutely free.

In fact, you can download free Wii games from websites which will charge a small membership fee. You will gain access to the largest database and downloading network on the internet. You will have unlimited free access to this network. And this will usually be a lifetime membership, which means that you do not need to renew the membership once you join.

The advantage of joining these sites is that you will be able to make sure that you will not get any malware or virus when you download free Wii games. You do not worry about your computer to this end. Besides, you will be able to download the latest games from this kind of download centers. You can certainly get the games you want easily!

Of course, you can also download free movies, music and videos from these websites. You can really turn your Wii to become your personal media center while you download free Wii games! One last point is that, these websites will usually provide 7/24 technical support. You can enjoy your Wii games any time!

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How To Open An Xbox 360

January 27, 2010 by Goldenchute · 24 Comments
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Re: Why every guy should buy their girlfriend Wii Fit.

January 27, 2010 by Goldenchute · 21 Comments
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How could i get free wii points?

January 27, 2010 by Goldenchute · 4 Comments
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How do i get free wii points?

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Can I play Mario Kart Wii with 2 people at my house against 2 people at friends?

January 26, 2010 by Goldenchute · 7 Comments
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I know Mario Kart Wii has online play. But is it just one player at a time against those on the net? My girlfriend and I want to play from our apartment with another couple at their apartment...

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Wii Fit Hula Hoop

January 26, 2010 by Goldenchute · 22 Comments
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Kristin of the Manic Mommies "hula hooping" using the new Wii Fit.

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How could school work and homework ever compete with video games? Any ideas?

January 24, 2010 by Goldenchute · 3 Comments
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DBrain asked:


My son and his friends go after Halo 3 and Guitar Hero like they are mad scientists on the verge of a cure for cancer. They could stay up all night, skip meals, even turn down a trip to the mall, just to get to the next level on their video game. How can educators ever generate such enthusiasm and interest for academics? Who says academics have to be so boring? Who says we couldn’t merge the two (video games and academics)? How can we do it?

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How are video games created at home? And Is there a website that shows how to create video games?

January 23, 2010 by Goldenchute · 1 Comment
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Greetings to whoever may be reading this question. I would be very grateful if the reader has enough knowledge to answer this question.
Well, I had always dreamt of creating video games (both software and hardware) after I have finished University. But in the country where I come from (ie) Nigeria, there are extremely few people that have any idea on this question. So I want to ask, is there any expert that can give me a few giudelines as answers to the questions written above? I would be very grateful bcos this would help boost up my dream career.

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January 22, 2010 by Goldenchute · 8 Comments
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i want a free wii where can i get one!?

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How does Mario Kart Wii decide who wins when 2 players get the same number of points?

January 22, 2010 by Goldenchute · 4 Comments
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When i play Mario Kart Wii sometimes me and my girlfriend get the same number of points in 2-player mode but the game will put 1 of us 1st and the other 2nd - we cant work out what the game bases this on? Does anyone know?!!!
It would settle a healthy argument!

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How can i download xbox 360 console top games?

January 22, 2010 by Goldenchute · 2 Comments
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I want a reliable service where i can download unlimited xbox 360 games, softwares and other stuff. I want the top xbox 360 game iso files like Bioshock, halo3, oblivion game, gears of war2, fallout3 xbox game, call of duty4 xbox game, fight night round 3, etc.
Can you please suggest a good place to get the xbox 360 console downloads free?

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Who is Your Guitar Hero ?

January 20, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Many people, guitar players, or music lovers have their own heroes in guitar music. Their hero's may have served as inspirations with the music they have made or they may be the motivation of many people that is why they would like to learn to play the guitar.

Here are the noteworthy guitar players who compiled groundbreaking profiles in the guitar playing history.

George Harrison

George Harrison was a member of the Beatles. Many people still idolize him for his guitar playing skills even after he left the band to pursue a solo career. He was known as one who played guitar with emotions and feelings and is considered by many to be been the greatest guitarist in the history of rock and roll.

John McLaughlin

John McLaughlin is known for his rock and jazz music. He had many different roles in the music field but it was in guitar playing that he excelled and became famous. He started playing the guitar at the age of 11 and it was through guitar that he made a breakthrough in the music industry.

Robin Trower

Robin Trower is a British guitarist who became the idol of the 1970's guitar music. He was known for his unique tone and feel with a touch of the blues. He was a member of the famous Procol Harum and was a guitar soloist in the band. One of his famous albums is the Bridge of Sighs, which is considered the best among his many albums.

Randy Bachman

Randy Bachman was a member of two famous Canadian bands, BTO and the Guess Who. He may not seem well known to many guitar players but he has made remarkable contributions in the field of music and guitar playing. He has a talent for writing as well as playing guitar which contributed in his success with these two bands.

Carlos Santana

Carlos Santana became famous not only for his voice but also for playing lead guitar. His music is a blend of Latin, African, blues and rock rhythms as well as percussion. His albums were top quality and he won many awards in the music field. His Best of Santana album is one album to check out if you would like to listen to is top selling music.

There are still many other guitar players who can serve as deserving idols or role models when it comes to playing the guitar - they may be popular and some may be unknown until now. What is important is that they make contributions and influence people to enjoy and love music through the guitar. They serve as inspiration and role models to beginners as well as aspiring professional guitar players.



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E3 2009 – WII FIT PLUS – World Premiere Announcement – G4

January 20, 2010 by Goldenchute · 9 Comments
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Nintendo unveils their newest fitness title for the Wii - Wii Fit Plus. The game brings many new fitness games, exercises, and much more. It will be sold bundled with the Balance Board, as well as in a standalone form for those already owning a Balance Board. Broadcast on G4's E3 2009 Live coverage.

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January 19, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Elizabeth Hind asked:


2 months ago I had a problem. I only had 2 wii games and i only had $30 left. I wanted another game for my wii but didn\'t have the cash. So I done a search on the net looking for free wii games. I came across a site which you can find at the end of this article.

I had a look around and found this site to be the least amount of money for the same amount of features. This site promised access to free wii games, not only that they also gave me access to free movies and tv shows.

I paid the $30 and registered on the site, I never usually do this as I am always wary of things like this on the internet but I was desperate. This gave me access to the sites search engine. I was looking for a game the whole family could play, best of all it was free so I went with Big Beach Sports.

I downloaded the file to my pc then burnt the game with nero onto a DVD-R . I then put the game in the wii and there was Big Beach Sports on my disc channel. I was so pleased that this worked and it was the easiest thing to do.

The best part of all this is that the free wii games that I downloaded covered my membership to the site. I downloaded Big Beach Sports, which would have cost me $60 in the shops but the registration for the site was only $30.

In summary if you are wanting to download free wii games then you have to check out this site and get all the free wii games, free movies and tv shows that you can think of.

This site comes highly recommended if you are needing free wii games.



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January 19, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Jack Smith asked:


The Xbox 360 is Microsoft’s revolutionary game console. It is one of the most competitive gaming gadgets in the market. The main console is powered by the Xbox 360 power supply. It is fondly called, the brick by Xbox gamers.

You will notice a LED light on top of the Xbox 360 power supply. This is not a decoration. The light is an indicator if your Xbox 360 power supply is working perfectly. The Xbox power supply indicator may change color. This colorful display could sometimes spell trouble for your power supply.

Here are some tips which could help you in understanding the light indicators of your Xbox 360 power supply.

Green is a Go

If you plug your Xbox 360 power supply to an electric outlet and plug it in to your gaming console, the light indicator should turn green. This means that your Xbox 360 power supply is in perfect condition.

You can now power on your Xbox console and blast the enemies behind the TV screen. You need not worry if you spend hours using your Xbox 360. The Xbox 360 power supply comes with a built-in protection feature against overheating, power surges, and temperature changes.

It will automatically turn itself off if the system detects overheat. It will also turn off if you experience a sudden burst of energy due to lightning surge or power fluctuations.

Orange Means There is Something Wrong with It

If you plug your Xbox 360 power supply to an outlet and see an orange light display, you need to check if the power cord has been plugged incorrectly at the main console. Sometimes this is the cause why the LED indicator of the Xbox 360 power supply is orange. It indicates that the power supply is in standby mode.

If there is nothing wrong with your connections and the light at the Xbox power supply is still orange, try powering on your console. If the Ring of Light at the console will not turn red, orange, or green, then the problem could be with the console.

If the problem persists after checking the game console, then the Xbox 360 power supply could be in trouble. It stays at standby mode which means the brick cannot supply enough power to the console.

Getting Xbox 360 Power Supply Replacement

It is best to just buy an Xbox 360 power supply replacement than attempting to repair it. You can save a lot if you buy a new one than having it serviced by a repair man.

You can find an online retailer that sells genuine Xbox 360 power supply at less than $50. You can save as much as $10 from such retailer. An online Xbox 360 power supply retailer can also deliver the item at no cost to you. Shipping is free and you can get a replacement in less than 24 hours.

If ever a trouble happens with your Xbox 360 power supply, just buy a replacement from an online retailer. It is a more convenient option and practical too.



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Counter Strike – Condition Zero BiG ShoTs – Geronimmooo II

January 18, 2010 by Goldenchute · 23 Comments
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Counter Strike - Condition Zero Clan's second movie from Hungary. Enjoy the frags and sorry about the music, because we must change it due to the MGM policy. This is a random music, by youtube. The news part is a tribute to the Riot of October in Hungary and played in Counter Strike Condition Zero. Visit www.inteliart.hu/grmo for more movies. Hungarian Condition Zero Powa:) You can download this Counter Strike Condition Zero video from: www.inteliart.hu/grmo/movieverseny.php Counter Strike...

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How can i get a free nitendo wii?

January 18, 2010 by Goldenchute · 4 Comments
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I want a nintendo wii but i don't have enough money for it. Do you know and contests or anyway to get i free.

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How can i get free Nintendo Wii Points?

January 18, 2010 by Goldenchute · 4 Comments
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How can I get free wii points online? I don't want to have to go on one of those sites where u have to complete offers to get points so u can buy the wii points. I'll pretty much take any other method.

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Bonus free wii points when i buy the console?

January 18, 2010 by Goldenchute · 2 Comments
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do i get points for wii ware for free ? as a bonus that i bought the console ? if so how many do i get?

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How do you buy 100 Wii Points for Virtual Console on Wii?

January 17, 2010 by Goldenchute · 6 Comments
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Instead of having to buy Wii Points in bunches of thousands I want to buy them in hundreds.

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How to Find the Best Video Game Rental Services Online

January 17, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Mawe Barrios asked:


If you need to know how to find the best video game rental services online, then this article is for you. It shares some useful information for people who are interested in subscribing to a video game rental service on the Internet, but are worried that they might be signing up for a service that sucks. I'll give you three basic factors to look for in a good service – free trial memberships, a large selection of games, and an all-around store for your rentals.

First, let's talk about free trials. This is a critical factor that you should never ignore, especially if this is your first time subscribing to a service like this. A good video game rental store should offer at least one or two kinds of free trial memberships. In fact, it's becoming quite common nowadays among the better online services out there. Some sites offer a free month of membership, while other sites offer varying periods.

You should take advantage of these free trials. It helps to be able to familiarize yourself with their services before making a commitment to sign up with them. Test their services first and get to know how they operate before paying up for a subscription.

The sites you should sign up for must have a huge selection of games to make it worth your while. Otherwise, what's the use of paying for a membership fee? You'd be better off borrowing from your neighbor if this is the case. Good video game rental services have thousands of available games for their subscribers.

Some sites specialize in one gaming platform only, while the bigger sites contain thousands of games for all popular formats like PS2, PS3, Xbox, Nintendo Wii, and even the handheld devices like DS and Game Boy. It's really your call to make. If you're a solid Xbox gamer, then you might be satisfied with a video game rental service that specializes in Xbox games. On the other hand, if you have a couple of different consoles, then it's a no-brainer to choose a service with varied game titles.

Most of the bigger sites also stock up on older game titles, not just the new ones, so you're better off signing up for one of these sites. This makes their games library a whole lot bigger, which is always a good thing. Of course, having lots of competition also helps, so it pays for these video game rental sites to stock up on more titles as often as possible.

Perhaps you've already noticed, but some of these sites do not only rent out video games, but they're branching out on movies and music, too. These are one-stop shops that offer a lot of convenience for subscribers who are looking for a single location to rent out games as well as movies. What's even better is that you don't have to sign up for a separate account each for renting games and movies. One single membership with these sites allows you to rent the kind of entertainment you want.

There are a few other factors that may help you decide which video game rental service you sign up for, but these are the three that you need to consider. Free trials are a great way to sample the service before paying. An extensive selection of game titles in the popular gaming platforms is always a huge plus. And if you want a one-stop shop for your varied entertainment needs, there are a few sites that can offer you this service as well.



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Wii Fit – New US Trailer – English

January 16, 2010 by Goldenchute · 24 Comments
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this is the new gametrailer of wii fit. Love it!

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How does playing video games teach you to learn your child’s language?

January 16, 2010 by Goldenchute · 3 Comments
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Why should parents play video games with their kids? Why shouldn't they? Does this lessen arguments with them?

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How good do video game reviewers have to be at playing video games?

January 16, 2010 by Goldenchute · 2 Comments
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Obviously, you have to be pretty good at playing video games. However, I'm curious as to how good must one be to be successful? Any thoughts?

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Does Mario Kart Wii come with 4 steering wheels to hook up to the Wii remote?

January 15, 2010 by Goldenchute · 3 Comments
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hi I am buying mario kart wii the day it comes out and was wondering if mario kart wii came with all 4 steering wheels shown on the video or if I have to buy them seperately.....THANKS!

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What type of Video games are most popular?

January 15, 2010 by Goldenchute · 7 Comments
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aisha h asked:


Alright, I'm in a video game graphics designing coarse and we have to find out what games will sell best for our final project. I don't know what types of games are the most popular though. I know the Final Fantasy RPG's are one of the most popular, but also there are people out there who like puzzle games and stuff. How would I be able to make a popular game?

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January 15, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Bai Zijian asked:


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.

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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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January 14, 2010 by Goldenchute · 10 Comments
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Wii Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party ... wii hottest party game

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As a serious gamer myself, I love to see games before they hit our shores here in North America. But more than that, I am always looking for the hottest and most unique games I can get my hands on. Unfortunately, many of those games just don't come to our side of the ocean from Japan. Typically, since the days of the original Nintendo NES, Japanese gamers have enjoyed much more unique and often times much better games than their North American Counter Parts. I've been very fortunate to be able to play many of these Japanese games while I was living in Japan, but when I returned back home to Canada, I simply could not find many of the games that I had played with such pleasure while in Japan. So I searched and researched and found exactly what I needed to be able to just put those Japanese games into game console and really start playing again. What I found was a Mod Chip, for my Playstation console. And I've been using mod chips ever since then. Having most recently purchased and installed my Xbox 360 Mod Chip into my system – and I've got games from Japan on the way.

So Just what IS a mod chip? Let me explain. A modification chip or mod chip is a device used to play import, backup, or home brew games. Mod Chips first came into "fame" when die hard, hard core gamers who were tired of the slim offerings that were made available for them in the USA, wanted to get their hands on the often better and more unique Japanese games that were coming out for their game console. This is nothing new, even the Nintendo NES has a device that allowed gamers to plug Japanese Famicom cartridges into their USA NES system so that they could play those really unique Japanese games, or the latest Mario offering that was only available (or came out much sooner) in Japan.

Mod chips are available for all the major video game consoles, including the Xbox 360, Xbox, Sony PSP, PlayStation, Playstation 2 and GameCube. Almost all modern console gaming systems have hardware-based schemes which ensure that only officially sanctioned games may be used with the system and implement regional lockout similar to the scheme used in DVD movies. The specific technical nature of these DRM systems varies by system, and may include cryptographic signing (Xbox), intentionally unreadable sectors (PlayStation, Sega Saturn), custom optical media (GameCube, Dreamcast), or some combination thereof. Modchips are available also for some DVD players, to defeat region code enforcement and user operation prohibitions.

Mod Chips first came into "fame" when die hard, hard core gamers who were tired of the slim offerings that were made available for them in the USA, wanted to get their hands on the often better and more unique Japanese games that were coming out for their game console. This is nothing new, even the Nintendo NES has a device that allowed gamers to plug Japanese Famicom cartridges into their USA NES system so that they could play those really unique Japanese games, or the latest Mario offering that was only available (or came out much sooner) in Japan.

Modchips typically require some level of technical ability to install. Most commonly, modchips must be soldered on to a console's motherboard, although there are no-solder install kits (which instead rely on the precise positioning of electrical contacts within the case) which work with some revisions of the PlayStation 2 and Xbox hardware.

As console systems got better and better, a whole following of home brew developers starting making their own software for their consoles. Software like the Xbox Media Center (XMBC) as well as their own little games and programs to stream video and audio. But in order to play / run this software, users are required to be able to load unsigned / home brew code onto their system. This is where mod chips come in. Not only do they allow you to play the latest game offerings from Japan, which as stated earlier, are often much better both graphically and in the way of originality than the games that are for the North American market.

As with any new system, and the new mod chips that first come out – we're always hit with loads of "compatibility" issues. Much like when the ps2 mod chip first came out, they had chips (different chips) for each "version" of the ps2 console. And the Xbox 360 mod chips are no exception. The very first chips that came out were for very specific "versions" of the XBox 360. First it was a mod chip for the Samsung drives .. Which means that if your XBox 360 had a samsung DVD drive, then you needed to buy an Xbox 360 mod chip that worked on the SAMSUNG drive, to bypass the current firmware.

Then the Team Underdog chip came out, this chip had 2 versions. One for the samsung drives, and another one for the LG/Hitachi Drives. So again, you were "stuck" having to find out exactly which Xbox 360 you had, in order to select the right chip for your console.

Now, as with most developments in the mod chip manufacturing world, eventually, some very smart programmers and developers finally get it right. Naturally, it is common sense to assume that customers would be much more likely to buy a mod chip for their Xbox 360 is they could do away with the "version" checking, and buy a chip that they KNOW will work in their Xbox 360 console… Of course, when they take it apart after receiving their chip, they WILL have to find out which model they have so they can use the right installation directions – but they don't have to fret or worry that the chip they have purchased may NOT be compatible with their XBox 360.

Much like any product, customers want the peace of mind of knowing that what they are buying will simply just WORK, and in the case of mod chips, will work in their Xbox 360 console regardless of the version of the Xbox 360 that they purchased.

In comes the Globe 360 Xbox 360 Mod Chip. The Globe 360 is the world's First Xbox 360 mod chip that is compatible with ALL DVD Drives currently on the market! Rather than having to figure out which model drive you have, as you do with other chips, the Globe360 Xbox 360 Mod chip works in ANY drive model to date. And the home brew software that is available is outstanding – and I expect it to get a whole lot better. My Xbox already acts as a complete media center, even streaming Google Videos directly from the Internet. And my Playstation 2 has been transformed from just an awesome games machine to a DVD Player, DivX Player, MP3 Player, and streaming content directly to the console from the Internet makes it something that I could not do without.

To sum it up, if you have an Xbox 360, then you should really consider getting an Xbox 360 mod chip. Not only will you be able to protect your expensive investments by making backup copies of your own original games, and putting the originals away for safe keeping, but you'll also open up a whole new world of games that you simply would not be able to play otherwise. There are truly very unique (and playable) Japanese games that we'll simply never see otherwise. And if home brew or cool utilities, applications or add-ons are your thing, then having a mod chip is an absolute must.



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Where can i get free wii points codes online?

January 14, 2010 by Goldenchute · 3 Comments
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AssassinsCloud asked:


Is there a way to get free wii points?

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How to Play Super Mario Brothers with the Dance Pad

January 13, 2010 by Goldenchute · 22 Comments
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You know how there's a Wii Dance Dance Revolution? That is, "DDR Hottest Party?" Well, anyways, my sister got DDR for X-mas. While trying it out, I found out that this pad actually works with virtual console games, except that it's hard to use. Still very cool, though. Merry christmas. :-3 Sorry 'bout the bathrobe... X-( -Eben "S&D Frostey" ... video game wii smb ddr nintendo komani not hacking gamecube bluetooth leah happyfluffygreybunny diy festivus holidays

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Recommended Video Game Systems for Kids

January 12, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Brad Martinson asked:


There are countless choices in the games that kids can play. However, not all video game systems are suitable for kids. Some are educational, fun and extra entertaining for many kids to enjoy. Because of our new innovative technology and progress, even changes in the way children games have also transformed to a more realistic and virtual game playing with contents unacceptable for many kids to view.

Before, video games were invented for educational and entertainment purposes that kids have enjoyed playing even today. Most likely, parents did not have to worry about what their kids are playing because game content was safe and fairly protected from harmful contents. Like the Atari video game system, offering wholesome games such as Pac-Man or Space Invaders, kids are open to have a fun and be entertained without any explicit content and away from corruption that could influence the children's behavior. Unfortunately, changes in technology have altered the way video games are today. Games of today are more realistic and are in stilled with adult content that many game manufacturers have included in their games. Therefore, parents are now concerned on the typical game system that they want their kids to have. In fact, many parents are opting to find the best video game system that is best for their kids but away from adult contents and other threatening factors that could influence the kids.

Unlike before, Atari game system was the best video games made available to kids. Now, video game system has increased due to so many selections available to consumers especially to parents. Large selections of different types of game system such as Sony PlayStation 2, Nintendo's GameCube, the Microsoft Xbox and Xbox 360 video games from Microsoft are some of the selections that parents consider purchasing for their kids.

The best selling game console in the market is the Sony PlayStation 2 (or often referred to as PS2), it caters to all ages while providing about 600 different types of games. These games have been rated for every age bracket to enjoy and specifically for preference of age limitation allowed for each game and level usage. For example, games rated with E are allowed for ages from six and up. Other games at this rating, however, are complicated for younger children to play therefore, rating with E10+ are advisable for children above ten years old to play. Likewise, other games for younger children below 10 are rated with EC or in other words, Early Childhood.

A popular video game system that children basically love is the Nintendo GameCube console. This game system has about 263 games that are based on children's favorite titles like the Sega's Sonic GEMS Collections, Mario Party 6 and Mario Tennis from Nintendo, and other game titles particularly for GameCube console that are also rated E.

Another video game system rated E is the Xbox and Xbox 360 video game with a built-in parental control. The Xbox has about 270 available games while the Xbox 360 has about 12 games and increasing with other popular releases. Although, some of these games may not only be available on the Xbox but as well, be available to GameCube and PS2 or all three video game systems mentioned. In such, the Xbox games with E rating like Astropop and Feeding Frenzy can have crossover titles that many publishers have also released and made possible to other video game system. For instance, rated E games like Eidos InteractiveLEGO Star Wars are available to GameCube, PS2 and even Xbox whereas other rated E10+ are also available to other game systems, while other games like the rated EC Global Star Software's Dora the Explorer are solely for Xbox and PS2 only.

Choosing the best video game system for the kids is important especially if parents are very concerned in their kid's preference in video game playing. The abovementioned video game system can help parents understand the kinds of video game system available to kids while assisting parents in finding the best video game system to give to them. Parents should keep in mind that video game systems for their kids should have parental control options on the game system to lock functions or set limits to the kind of games or titles allowed for playing or viewing. From the abovementioned video game systems, the most advisable for parents to purchase is the Xbox and Xbox 360 because it comes with a built-in parental control.



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What can i do with the points i get from the mario kart channel on the wii?

January 11, 2010 by Goldenchute · 3 Comments
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When i Play mario kart wii online and when i win i get a certain amount of points..what can i do with them?

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The free Wii jacket nintendo gives out for your remote. How many do we get?

January 11, 2010 by Goldenchute · 2 Comments
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Stevie asked:


I have two wii remote with out jacket and one new one with it.
I got the two without jacket from my friend and my new one from the brand new wii i got on sunday. (Love the Wii.) Nintendo gives out the jackets but how many are we allowed to get? Do we also have to register any of our wii products to get it?

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January 11, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Micheal Coley asked:


The Apple XBox 360 is generally considered to be the big cheese when it comes to home video game systems. And why shouldn't it be? The XBox 360 is a popular video game player on the market, and Microsoft is continually updating, upgrading and offering more accessories and products for their device than any other manufacturer out there today.

However, even though the XBox 360 is the world's most popular video game system, that doesn't mean that you should simply run out to your nearest electronic goods retailer and pick up the first XBox 360 that you see. As with any vital purchase decision, research is the key to making an informed buying choice.

Even though the XBox 360 enjoys unparallel popularity, there are certain things that you should bear in mind before you ultimately purchase your XBox 360:

•IS THE XBox 360 RIGHT FOR ME

There's the original XBox, the XBox 360, and the Xbox Online too. Each variation of the Xbox or Xbox 360 has different features and functions than the other. And while the new XBox 360 should be easy to locate in a wide range of stores, other versions might be difficult to locate if they are discontinued or sold out. You should definitely research exactly which XBox you want before you purchase it.

•DO I WANT ACCESSORIES

You can easily purchase a simple XBox 360 for your pleasure, but you'll then have to consider where you will use your XBox 360 and how you'll use it. Will you just keep it with you at home for playing? Will you take it with you to a friend's house, or even work and school? For each use of the XBox 360, there are many accessories that you can purchase to store and protect your device. You will have to ask yourself if you are willing to spend the extra money for the wide range of XBox 360 accessories that Microsoft has to offer.

•HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH FOR ME

Are you a video game fanatic, playing everything your eyes can possibly take all the time? Or do you have a limited amount of games that you absolutely love? If you're the former, then you will want to get an XBox 360 with the greatest memory capacity that you can afford. The larger the memory capacities, the more games you can download, store and play on your Xbox. But, if you are the latter, then you won't need to spend so much on an XBox 360, as you will not require an exceptionally large memory capacity.

•ASK WHAT YOUR XBox 360 CAN DO FOR YOU

We all know that the XBox 360 is great for playing games and movies. However, XBox 360s can be much more than simple video game system. Your XBox 360 can connect you online to the world if you want. You can shop for Microsoft and Xbox 360 items right from your console if you want. If you want your XBox 360 to be everything you need, then you should expect to shell out extra money for it. However, if you just want your XBox 360 to play games and nothing else, then you won't have to spend as much money.

No matter what kind of XBox 360 you get or how you plan on using it, you should do a bit of research before you make that purchase. It's never a good thing when you buy something you don't really need, or when you purchase something that does not meet your needs and expectations. However, when armed with knowledge, you will be certain to purchase the right XBox 360 for you.



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January 11, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Chris Jones asked:


Xbox 360 Repair is a big talking point on the web and there seems to be quite alot of technical problems with Microsoft’s newest gaming system. During the past couple of years the new console has had all sorts of problems such as random games freezing up, graphics errors and even games not loading up when you put the Xbox game in the drive.

Although the number one failing with the system seems to be the 3 red lights of doom which means "General Hardware Failure" and the reason this happens is because the console gets too hot!

The hardware that are affected in the console by overheating can be different, although nearly all the problems above are caused by lack of airflow and overheating!

This article will tell you the choices you have for Xbox 360 Repair and also give you what I consider to be the best and safest method for Xbox 360 Repair.

The first method you have for Xbox 360 Repair is to send the faulty console back to Microsoft and if you are still in warranty then this is quite a good idea. If you have the 3 red lights of doom on your Xbox then Microsoft has recognized that this is a problem and will repair the Xbox for no cost to you!

However if you are having a different problem with your Xbox then you will not be quite so lucky and will have to pay $140+ to get the problems fixed!

Also with the above option you will find yourself having to wait for up to 5 weeks to get a new console back to you, and also no guarantees that the error will not happen again!

I have spoken to some people that have had the same problems happen to them about 5 times even when thay have sent it back!

The second choice you have for Xbox 360 Repair is to use an independent company and you will see laods of these about online. Basically they are companies who claim to do the repair for you but in a quicker time frame

There are a few of them competing with each other so you can be sure that the repairs will be done quickly, however the problem with these companies is that you have no clue who is repairing your Xbox and also if they know how to do the work properly.

If you send your console to one of these companies for Xbox 360 Repair and then have any errors in the future than you will have voided your warranty so it is really a good plan to think about that before you use one of these companies!

So before you give up hope for your broken Xbox there is another way that you can get Xbox 360 Repair.

The third method that you have to do this is to perform the repairs work yourself! It really is not as complicated as it sounds because the reason that the problems arise on the Xbox 360 is down to the hardware overheating and all you need to know how to do is stop the processors taking too much heat and you will have it fixed.

There are a few Xbox 360 Repair guides online that claim to show you how to carry out Xbox 360 Repair although not all of them are equal and some are just made up of forum posts that discuss the problem so it is really worth while to get a good guide that will tell you how to do the repairs!

When you are searching for an Xbox 360 Repair guide make sure that it includes these 3 things:

Full Video Walkthroughs:

Make sure that before you purchase any Xbox 360 Repair guide that it has video walkthroughs for the repair work so all you have to do is follow along. If it is a real fix then the product creator should have done the fix themselves and be confident enough to make a video of it.

Money Back Guarantee?

Make sure also that the guide comes with a full money back guarantee as if the repair does not work for you at least this way you will not be left out of pocket and be able to get your money back and then send it back to Microsoft.

Technical Support:

Last but not least, make sure that the guide contains full technical support so you can get in touch if you need help repairing the Xbox or any other questions.

So there you have it!

I hope this article has helped tell you a bit more about Xbox 360 Repair and how you can get your broken console repaired.

Good Luck!



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January 8, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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SaBi asked:


you are still purchasing your Nintendo Wii Games from your localized games store, hold on! Nowadays there is a lot more comfortable method to capture all your Wii stuff. Downloading wii games online has become very popular for other gameconsoloses like the XBOX 360 and the Playstion but today you are able to download your Wii Games from the internet.

Imagine just paying up a little one-time fee, to a lesser extent than the cost of one Wii game, and giving you entree to a large database of all the newest wii games for lifetime.

Download Wii Games For Free And Stop Paying To Try Out New Games Since its introduction in late 2006, the Wii has been the number one home gaming system. It has become easy to download Wii games to your computer and then place them on a DVD or portable drive so that you can play these games on your Wii system.

Wouldnt it be great to stop paying around $40 per game? While you could try to find free Wii downloads, youll waste a lot of time with corrupt files, dead links and you may even get a computer virus in the process. Instead of dealing with all of these hassles, go for one of the subscription based services.

Whats The Best Place For Downloading Wii Games? Theres a lot of different websites which claim to offer Wii game downloads; some of them can save you untold amounts of money, while others are definitely not worth the trouble.

What do the download services charge? To be precise, direct for free, Nintendo Wii game download isn\'t average. How come Nintendo allow them? Given its huge fame, the games are the core cash cows at this time for them. In fact, they give full sophisticated property protection on their Wii games. And so is there nowadays still a technique on How to Download Free Wii Games online? And how! No problem at all.

Which download packages are there? There are different boxes of paid membership to suit various needs and preference. Per-download or limited-time alternatives bring in more economical common sense for the infrequent gamers but they\'re fewer and far between. Wii-rockers are predominantly fanatic about their favored gizmo and can not have plenty of it. Downloading Wii Games Lifetime Unlimited membership is therefore the no-brainer selection and is far and away the most favourite option.

Free unlimited lifetime downloading Wii games Free limitless lifetime download for a one-time joining fee seems to be the most pop type of package. The fee is normally just about the common cost of a single physical Wii game disk. There\'s actually no equivalence in price as they are in effect continual free Wii games for members and being downloaded online, they\'re also in theory never unavailable.

In reality, How to Download Wii Games is the simple part. The magic trick is in choosing the decent supplier. The Wii marketplace is hot so scams and fly-by-nights\' are hanging around all over. Do not decide for any price without complete money-back guaranty and twenty-four/seven support and one way to be isolated from identity stealing is to buy only in secure e-commerce markets like Clickbank.

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Video Games Can Be Educational For Children

January 7, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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There seems to be a constant battle on how video games are affecting the children that are playing them, but the fact is that video games can teach children too. In fact, video games can help to enhance the reading skills of a child, not to mention help build their coordination and visual skills.

In several video games, your child get to become the main character who travels throughout the game purchasing different items needed to complete the video game successfully, while reading special instructions given throughout the video game. Since the child is simply interested in playing the video game they become unaware that they are actually reading and often times the reading is above their regular grade level. You may often hear your child say they do not like to read, but if you will take the time to watch them play particular video games and tell them you can not see the writing that well, then hopefully they will read it to you and you will become fairly surprised.

Video games can even inspire children to new interests as well. In fact, when a child plays a video game that they do not know much about, then you may see your child bringing books home from the school library that are similar to their new video game. When a child is participating in a video game, then children can see history come alive. Each video game that your child plays must be viewed as having a positive side instead of listening to all the hubba of others, because video games can teach your child different skills.

Some video games are designed to teach the skills necessary for making a living as they give the gamer a variety of different choices. Video games also confront gamers with issues such as moral dilemmas, solving challenging problems, and developing social relationships as well. Children who play video games often have the pick up from a cluttered area than those that do not. In fact, studies are now showing that when learning is added into video game playing children begin being faster at the other activities they participate in.

Some where in the future of time teachers may begin incorporating the playing of video games into the assignments of their students. Several government agencies will use computerized video games to assist in stimulating certain types of situations for their employees. In fact, even the military and NASA train with computerized video games, which is due to the changes in computer technology. By looking more at the positive side of video games parents and teacher could really bring themselves closer to children.

Often times children are playing their video games on-line, which makes playing video games much more of a social activity. Children and adults can learn more from each other if they take the time to learn how to play these video games with each other, which will also open up the lines of communication and understanding. Hopefully, more individuals will see video games in a more positive light instead of in a negative way most of the time.



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What are some old video games that would make for good Halloween decorations?

January 7, 2010 by Goldenchute · 2 Comments
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My dorm every year does a safe trick or treat. This year we are having a competition for best decorated hallway. Our theme is going to be old school video games.

So, what old video games are out there that would make good Halloween decorations?

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Choosing an Online Video Game Rental Service

January 7, 2010 by Goldenchute · Leave a Comment
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Clark Cassidy asked:


With game consoles in the $300-600 dollar range and the average video game costing about $60 bucks, it is easy to understand why everyone has turned their backs on buying games and are now instead renting them online. There are nothing but benefits when renting video games online; you get to keep the games for as long as you want, you pay a small monthly fee, you have the latest and greatest games available at the click of the button, and for the cost of one game you can have an entire year subscription to the leading video game rental services! However, not everything is all cake and ice cream. Not every single video game rental service is for everyone. We have services that can let you rent out only one game a month, good for the leisure gamer and we have a few who let people rent three games out a month for the extreme gamer. In this article I will go over what to look for in a video game rental service so you can find the service best for your dollar!

The first thing you need to look for when choosing a video game rental club is to see if they offer games for your console. Not all companies support all consoles. So if you have a PS3 don't go sign up for an online video game rental club that offers Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii games exclusively. This is especially important if you have a handheld device (Nintendo DS, PSP, Nintendo Advanced, ETC.) because only a chosen few support and have games for these consoles for you to rent.

The second thing you need to look for is plans. Most video game rental companies have plans ranging from one video game out at a time to three video games out at a time (although there are a few who have four that are allowed out at a time). So if you are a casual gamer, as in you play whenever you have free time and want to relax then you should probably go with a cheaper deal and only get a plan that allows one game out a month. If you are more of an avid gamer then a better service for you would be two to three video games allowed out a time (which of course will cost a bit more).

The third and final thing you need to look for is to see if they offer a free trial. Before you make any commitments to any online video game rental company you need to make sure their service is for you. Sign up for a free trial, place a few games for them to send and see how you like it. This is important for a few reasons. If you sign up for a trial for a company based in Pennsylvania and you are in California it might take a few days more to get to you compared to one that is located closer to home, but then again it might be cheaper. I recommend trying out at least three rental services before making a commitment to any single one.

That's it! Easy as that! If you follow those guidelines when picking out a game rental service, then you will be on your way to gaming in NO time!



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What are the benefits/ detriments of playing video games?

January 7, 2010 by Goldenchute · 3 Comments
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Joe asked:


I've been playing video games since I was 5 years old. A lot of people assume playing video games gives you faster reflexes. Others say it ruins your ability to think. Could somebody please enlighten me on this and tell me what's good AND bad about playing video-games?

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January 6, 2010 by Goldenchute · 1 Comment
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How do video games look on a low end projector?

January 3, 2010 by Goldenchute · 2 Comments
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Noise asked:


I am going to buy a low end projector <1000$ at 800x600 resolution 2000:1 contrast and 2000 lumens so is this good for video games PS2, PC, and Xbox360.

And most importantly how do games look on a 800x600 projector if the room is dark?

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Can you use GC and Wii controller simultaneously to play Mario Kart Wii?

January 1, 2010 by Goldenchute · 7 Comments
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My brother has Mario Kart wii and only two Wii controllers. He said he can't figure out and said it had to be all-Wii or all-GC controllers only, not a mix. Does anyone know for sure? Thanks.

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