Retro Mini Handheld NES System
May 18th, 2009
Love all your 8-bit video games, especially those classics on the NES with an unnatural amount of affection? Well, thanks to ThinkGeek, you can now realize your portable 8-bit gaming dream with the Retro Mini Handheld NES System.
The Retro Mini Handheld plays all the classic 8-bit NES games you grew up with and looks pretty darn sweet with the old style giant cartridge protruding from the top. Simply pop in 4 AA batteries and jack in your favorite original NES cartridge. The built in hi-res LCD screen looks a hell of a lot better than your old crappy TV, plus the Retro Mini comes with AV out cables to connect with your newfangled flatscreen if you so desire.
It is important to note that the $49.99 Retro Mini will not be accompanied by any game, so make sure you dust off the boxes in the attic containing your NES cartridges if you want to get started. No idea if this will catch on though, since other more powerful handheld consoles like the Sony PSP does come with an NES emulator.
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Tons of Free Games
April 30th, 2009
I was surfing the net today trying to stay busy and i came across this little gem. Its a free download of all your favorite casual games. You dont have to buy the games, or register the games. Its pretty cool. I just thought i would share it. Check it out.
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New Nintendo DSi
January 26th, 2009
During their Fall Press Conference, Nintendo has - as expected - announced a new version of the Nintendo DS. Called the Nintendo DSi, it eschews the GBA slot (boo!) in favour of a slight downsizing (it’s a little thinner) and a range of improvements. The handheld’s screens have been enlarged, and will now be 17% bigger (at 3.25 inches) than those found on the DS Lite. As for the rumoured additions, both have proven to be correct, with “audio enhancements” made to the handheld, while it will also now include a .3 megapixel (640×480) camera. And that’s just the start of it.
The DSi also features an SD memory card slot, making it possible to take pictures with the DSi and then view them on the Nintendo Wii. The DSi features a built-in browser, and it’s possible to download games and keep them on the DSi.
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Mad Catz Street Fighter IV Accessories
January 17th, 2009
Mad Catz is a company that is well known for its range video game accessories, and they have gotten on board the Street Fighter bandwagon with its new range of accessories that are tipped to be released in time for the franchise’s first next generation release sometime next month. As anyone who grew up during the furious arcade years where Street Fighter II was king, they would remember fondly of the six button joystick setup, and this time round you can expect the new accessories to offer a similar support that caters to the game’s unique button mapping in order to enhance gameplay for both casual and dedicated fans without pinching the pocket too much.
There will be three different accessories available, and first off, we will have a look at the official Street Fighter IV Arcade FightStick that is available for the Xbox 360 and PS3. Specially designed to offer authentic arcade style play, this Street Fighter IV Arcade FightStick will bring precise control and quality engineering, complete with stunning official artwork to make the home arcade experience as authentic as possible. Hopefully when they say quality engineering, they mean that it is able to withstand frustrated pounds against the FightStick’s body when one loses a crucial round.
Next up is the official Street Fighter IV FightPad, again, for both the Xbox 360 and PS3 consoles. If you were wondering why the Wii is missing out on the action, that’s because Nintendo’s console doesn’t have the relevant graphical firepower to handle Street Fighter IV, and besides, wiggling your way through to victory just ain’t as cool as a controlled joystick/joypad performance. Back to business - the FightPad targets gamers who prefer a tradition console controller without having to compromise on features, boasting an enlarged circular eight-way floating D-Pad and arcade style six-button configuration. The integrated D-Pad switch offers gamers the option to alternate between D-Pad and Analog Sticks as and when they want.
Last but not least is the official Street Fighter IV Arcade FightStick: Tournament Edition, again for the two consoles mentioned. This was specially developed for the serious Street Fighter enthusiast, and its development was overseen by Capcom and legendary producer Yoshinori Ono. Hardcore gamers will definitely appreciate the Tournament Edition that boasts an unparalleled level of detail and uses arcade quality components - guess bashing your fist against it when you lose shouldn’t be a problem, although having the best version of the lot, you might think twice just in case you might damage it accidentally. There is no word on pricing for all three at this point in time, but we’ll all find out this February, no?
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