Rumor - New Nintendo DS To Include Camera And Music Playback
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Before I upgraded to an iPhone, there were always three gadgets that went everywhere with me. My cell phone, iPod and Nintendo DS were all essential to day-to-day life. I still know several people that carry around a similar trio of gadgets, however, if the latest rumors are to be believed, you’ll be able to ditch at least one of these. No, Nintendo isn’t branching out into the world of MP3 players, but rather integrating music playback into their ...

The Force Is Strong With These Wii Lightsaber Accessories
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net One of the greatest things about the Wii is that there are so many unique peripherals available for it. Since the Wiimote snaps into them, they are essentially just cheap plastic, which also makes them very cheap. We’ve seen other Lightsaber peripherals in the past, but nothing quite as awesome as these from Thrustmaster. (They used to be well-known for making joysticks, so get your minds out of the gutter.) This “Glo Saber Duo Pack” includes two of ...

Italian-Made Pac-Man Seats, For The Classy Gamer
OhGizmo! — ... for classier furniture. Take these seats, nothing says classy like sitting on an over-sized stuffed Pac-Man. I’m sorry, did I say Pac-Man? I meant Poufman, which doesn’t even bear the slightest resemblance to the classic arcade character. Trademark infringement or no, I have the perfect place for a set of these. Unfortunately these Italian-made pieces are probably out of my price range, since it isn’t even listed on the manufacturer’s page. Source ...

Nintendo Announces DSi Handheld
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net The other day we brought you the rumor of a new Nintendo DS that would be announced today. Well it seems that the information was indeed legit, and we will be getting a new model after all. No, this won’t simply be a new color, but rather a complete redesign. First, the new Nintendo DSi is 12% smaller than its predecessor, with larger 3.25-inch screens. Unfortunately in order to cut down on size, they had to sacrifice the GBA slot (No more Guitar Hero: On Tour for you!). ...

Gamer Grub, One-Handed Food For Gamers
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net When you’ve spent the last 6 hours in a raid with no end in sight, you need to eat. Unfortunately, no one wants to be that guy that brings the whole thing to a screeching halt for a Taco Bell run. Sure, you could cut down your time by just making a sandwich or nuking a can of Spaghetti-o’s, but that still takes time. So in the end, you’re forced to resort to a bag of Cheetos. It’s not the most filling or nutritional, (not to mention that orange ...

The Next Great Nintendo Peripheral – The Cardboard Box
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net There’s no denying that the Wii has changed the way that we play video games. Prior to the console’s release we would hold a controller with a dozen or so buttons, and simply use our thumbs to get the desired on-screen response. Sure, back in the earlier days of gaming there were fewer buttons, but it was always the same concept. Then the Wii came along and we’ve been waving controllers to swing golf clubs, shoot a bow and arrow or control any number of ...

Pac-Man Goes High Fashion
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Anyone that’s ever seen what I wear can tell you that I don’t keep up with the latest fashion. Every now and then something I’ve worn for years will just happen to come into style, but it’s only by coincidence that I’m being fashionable. So what is the latest trend to hit the runway? Pac-Man. No, I’m not talking about a T-shirt with our yellow friend, but rather giant Pac-Man helmets. I really wish I were kidding, but at a recent ...

Handmade Classic Nintendo DS Cases
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Alright, now this is how you make a case for gamers. The knitted case I wrote up at the very beginning of the month was an example of a case you buy for your Grandmother. Now if you’re looking for a case for your DS then you’ll love the seller Janis13 on Etsy. They are currently selling 15 different very cool pouches. Some featuring classic Nintendo designs, others look perfect for Halloween featuring Frankenstein, his bride and a very cool pouch with skulls ...

New Xbox Experience To Hit November 19th
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net We’ve been hearing a lot about the “New Xbox Experience” since this year’s E3. This overhaul of the Xbox dashboard promises to give us a large number of new features that is sure to excite anyone. Sure, the Avatars remind us all of the Mii’s which Nintendo introduced on the Wii, but it’s forgivable I think. What excites me is the ability to finally be able to stream Netflix movies to my TV without any hacks or workarounds. The big question on ...

Pac-Man On The Runway!
Gadgenista — ... (Giles Deacon) decided to use Pac-Man as his inspiration for his collection at a fashion show! The collection is actually pretty interesting. I’m loving the Pac-Man motif dress, but I’m just not so sure how I feel about the Pac-Man headdress… Looks kind of heavy if you ask me, haha!                          [ Image source from Gamerfront ] Tags: geek fashion, Giles Deacon, Pac-Man ...

Microsoft Confirms New 360 Bundles For The Holidays
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Microsoft is really pulling out all of the stops for this holiday season. First, they dropped the price on all Xbox 360 SKU’s a few months back, and now they’re planning on sweetening the deal. Once the new 360’s hit stores later this month, you’ll be getting some free games. Who doesn’t like getting free games? If you pick up the cheaper $199 Arcade, you’ll get 6 game, which include SEGA Superstars Tennis, Uno, and Pac-Man. Shell ...

NES And Sega Genesis Controllers Modded For USB
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Etsy is always a great spot to find handmade stuff, even modified electronics. The seller Echostatic has two controllers up for sale that have been modified so that they will work on your computer. They modded the classic NES controller and the Sega Genesis controller. They both plug in via USB and will work on both a PC and a Mac. They have even been tested and work fine with Linux as well. The NES controller has one extra trick up its sleeve. If you press a ...

Battlestar Galactica PC Is The Best Case Mod I’ve Ever Seen
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net A lot of people decide to make modifications to their PC case, and they turn out alright. Other people decide to go all-out, and you’re left with a creation that can only be described as “pure awesome”. This Battlestar Galactica PC mod falls into the latter category. This machine has just about everything you could imagine, right down to functioning runway lights. You’ll find 3 2.5-inch LCD screens, and a nice 10-inch LCD screen on the side, just in case ...

Sexy Ms Pac-Man Costume Spices Up Your Halloween
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I never really thought of Pac-Man as mainstream fashion until I saw the crazy collection of designer wear complete with Pac-Man helmets on the runway. This week we have something that every guy wishes his girl would wear for Halloween, or any other time they’re in the mood for dress-up. Of course the hardest part is going to be getting your girl to wear this “Miss Video Game” costume. However, if she does so rather willingly, she’s a keeper. Seriously, ...

Retro Gaming Decals Put Space Invaders On Your Wall
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I’ve been staring at a couple of walls in my office lately, trying to figure out what would best fill the blank space. Today, I think I finally have my answer. I need some retro gaming-themed vinyl gaming decals. What’s even better, I know exactly where to get them. Etsy seller vinylwalldesign is offering up a set of Space Invaders and Pac-Man vinyl decals that is sure to give your office that retro feel. The $45 Space Invaders set comes with 18 ...

The NES Controller Pillow Case
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net There are some items that you just can’t own when you have a non-gaming spouse. This pillowcase is one of those things, it also might be bad to reveal to any new mates that aren’t quite used to such geeky fashion. If you have managed to find a gaming significant other though, you can pick up a set of these for the two of you. That or just pick up one if you’re on your loansome and don’t mind the possible adverse effects it might have when you try to bring someone home. ...

DIY Child’s Mega Man Costume
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Halloween is just around the corner, so if you don’t already have a costume in mind, you’d better get cracking. If you have kids, then you’ve got your work cut out for you.  Sure, you could go to the store and pick up any run-of-the mill costume, but who wants to be dressed just like everyone else? No, what you need to do is make a costume that will really set your kid apart from the rest. They need a homemade Mega Man costume. This isn’t the ...

Custom WoW T-shirt Featuring Your Tabard
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If you love your tabard in WoW and want to show a little guild pride, now you can pick up a fully customizable t-shirt.  It displays your guild name, your specific tabard design, your character name, realm name, race and class.  Making your t-shirt completely one of a kind.  Not only that, but there are five styles of t-shirts for men and three for women.  You also can choose between six different colors for the t-shirt itself.  All of that for $24.99, unless ...

Dress Your Baby Like The Gamer You Hope They’ll Become
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If you are an expecting parent, who also happens to be a gamer, then there’s a good chance that you’ll want your child to grow up loving video games. Sure, it’s hard to get infants hooked on games when they can’t even walk, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t dress them appropriately. This Rockstar Baby Kit includes a black onesie featuring Space Invaders, a black star hat, and a matching bib with a classic joystick. When people ...

NES Cartridge Art Is Pricey, Ugly
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I’ll admit to having some interesting pieces of gaming (or general geeky) art on my walls, but what I’m missing is something that pays tribute to the console that started it all (for me). Sure, I could track down an old poster featuring an NES title, or maybe a unique piece with a classic Mario theme, but I don’t think that would do it justice. No, what I need is an original NES cart inside of a shadowbox. This wonderfully Photoshopped image of ...

Logitech Shows Off “Real” Guitar Hero Controller
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I’m sure that you’ve all seen the Premium Drum Rocker from Ion, which is a $300 kit for Rock Band. While that is a hefty price to play for an instrument to be used in a video game, you can upgrade it and convert it to a real electronic kit. Unfortunately, the same does not hold true for Logitech’s new Premiere wireless guitar. I have to say that I’m torn on this one. While there is a part of me that is drawn to the realism of the guitar, the ...

Master Chief Costume Looks Great, Will Break The Bank
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If you don’t have a Halloween costume yet, then you’d better get on it, since the holiday is only just a few days away. Unless you have a lot of free time on your hands, it’s probably too late to start putting together your own custom costume, so you’ll have to resort to paying cash. If you don’t mind spending the extra dough, and want to be the envy of every gamer you encounter, then this Master Chief costume is the one for you. This ...

Gamer Proposes Via Hacked Version Of Chrono Trigger
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If you’re a hardcore geek, there are some things in life that you just can’t do the normal way. You buy everything but bread and milk of the internet, you’d rather send an IM than call someone and you propose to your girlfriend via video games. No, not many people would risk such a special moment with an in-game proposal, but this guy did, and it worked. Here’s the story in his words. “On October ...

Get Your Own Zombie Pinup Girl Calendar
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Every now and then I run across something that really has nothing to do with gaming, yet I feel the need to post about it. Take this My Zombie Pinup calendar for instance. Granted, there are a lot of games which feature zombies, so that makes it worth writing about, right? Okay, it has nothing to do with gaming, but seriously, it’s a calendar full of hot zombie chicks. It’s almost Halloween, so while you’re still in the festive spirit, pick up one of ...

Netflix To Stream HD Movies To Xbox 360 Owners Next Month
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net When the New Xbox Experience launches next month, 360 owners will have the opportunity to stream Netflix movies to their console. This is something we’ve known for some time, and is honestly one of the things I look forward to the most regarding the dashboard update. However, it seems that they’ve been holding out on us. Not only are we going to be able to stream Netflix movies on our Xbox 360’s, but we’re going to be able to do it in HD. When the NXE goes live on ...

Harmonix Teams Up With Apple Corps For A (Non-Rock Band) Beatles Game
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If I stop to think about some of the most influential musicians and bands in the history of Rock, The Beatles are certainly high on the list. Unfortunately the British musicians have been slow to license their music in the digital age. I believe they are one of only 3 bands in the entire world that don’t have their work for sale on iTunes. Despite their apparent fear of modern music distribution, they have decided to allow Harmonix to develop their own music ...

Review - AC/DC Live: Rock Band Track Pack
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Today marks the release of Rock Band’s first true expansion, dubbed AC/DC Live: Rock Band Track Pack. This collection of music is entirely comprised from the band’s Live at Donnington show. This includes 18 live tracks, which adds up to over 100 minutes of gameplay (more if you decide to play through on different instruments). I’ve spent the last several days rocking out with the expansion, so it’s time I shared my experiences with you. Hit the jump for my full review of ...

How To Blow $175 On A $20 T-Shirt
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If you happen to have $175 burning a hole in your pocket, there are a lot of ways to spend it. You could buy almost 3 brand new current-gen games, perhaps a full Rock Band bundle, or maybe a DS and a game. Oh, then there’s always this strange Mario T-Shirt. Yes, this simple Mario T-Shirt will cost you a whopping $175 bucks. I’m pretty sure that the reason for the extra expense has to do with the ape resting on his head. I guess I’m not familiar ...

Buy Your Own Ocarina Of Time
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Until ten years ago, I had no idea what an ocarina was. In fact, it was some time after the Zelda game was released that I found out that it was an actual instrument, not something created solely for a video game. Well the instruments are real, and there is a real shop in St. Louis that is making a killing off of selling them. The St. Louis Ocarina store has decided to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the popular game, which has no doubt contributed greatly to ...

Marware Game Grip Makes Your iPhone Easier To Grasp
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I consider my iPhone to be a pretty handy device, even when it comes to mobile gaming. I’ve yet to see anything that makes me consider leaving my DS at home, but in a pinch, it keeps me entertained. There have been a few times that I would have enjoyed the game I was playing more, if only there was actually something there to grip. Don’t worry, the Marrware Game Grip promises to fix all of that. This is a wonderful device that serves a variety of ...

Show Some Love For Our 8-Bit Alien Overlords
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Are you an old school gamer? No, I don’t want to hear about your awesome NES skills, I’m talking about really old, Atari style. If you haven’t spent hours playing Pong, Pac-Man, Space Invaders and Araknoid, I’m not talking to you. If you’re looking for a way to show off your affinity for the classics, here are some awesome Space Invaders dog tags. These excellent (and colorful) creations are the perfect way to show your love for our 8-bit alien overlords. There ...

An Ocarina Built Into Your iPhone
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Last week we mentioned where you could pick up an ocarina, well now you can have one on your iPhone. Just download the app and you can create all of your favorite Zelda songs directly on your iPhone. The app combines touch, tilt, gestures and your breath to create the music emitted from it. If you’re feeling creative you can create your own tunes and share them with others that have downloaded the ocarina. You can pick up the app at the iTunes App Store for 99 cents. ...

Own Your Very Own Pac-Man Arcade Cabinet
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If one of your childhood dreams was to own your very own Pac-Man arcade cabinet, then you’ll be happy to hear that Namco has re-released one of their most popular cabinets. This full-sized arcade unit stays true to the original design, with only a few changes, one of which is a new 25th anniversary logo on the side. The cabinet stands 58-inches tall, and weighs close to a ton. (So it’s actually only 237lbs, but have you ever tried to move one of those ...

Sam’s Club Offers Up Killer Wii Bundle For Black Friday
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I love Black Friday. There’s really nothing like staying up all night, standing in line while it’s freezing outside. Okay so it sucks, but the deals are totally worth it. Check out this awesome deal on a Wii over at Sam’s Club. The members-only store has offered up a $224 Wii bundle that is the best I’ve ever seen. Not only will you be getting a Wii for $25 less than usual, but you’ll also get two extra Wiimotes and Nunchucks, along ...

Norton To Release Gamer-Friendly Antivirus Software
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net When it comes to a PC gamer, they need certain things that other users might not need in a computer. High-end graphics cards, lots of RAM, fancy keyboards and special mice are all things than you might find attached to a gaming rig. So when it comes to fighting computer viruses, gamers need special software for that, right? Norton seems to think so. Norton Antivirus isn’t know for its low memory usage. In fact, it can be one of the biggest resource hogs on ...

New Accessory Bundle From Nintendo Seems Pointless
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net It’s almost always a welcome sight when a company bundles several peripherals together for sale. There are generally two exceptions to this. First, if the included peripherals don’t seem to fit together (perhaps they work on different consoles, or just don’t all appeal to the same type of gamer). The other case is when the bundle doesn’t actually save you any money. The latter would be true for this “Multi-Player Controller Set” from Nintendo. ...

Hori To Debut GameCube-Like Wii Controller
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net One thing that I’ve disliked about my Wii is the lack of a controller modeled after either the GameCube or N64 controller. Sure, the Classic Controller does its job well enough, but I still just can’t get used to it when playing certain games. Luckily there are third-party manufacturers such as Hori to pick up the slack. Later this month (November 27th to be precise) will bring us teh Hori Classic Controller, which very much reminds me of my old GameCube ...

Sonic Gaming Chair Would Have Been Great, 15 Years Ago
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Sometimes I run across a product that I think would have been awesome, had it come out a decade earlier. Usually these are themed products, featuring a character that hasn’t been popular for years. Sure, the likes of Pac-Man, Mario and the Space Invaders can stand the test of time, Sonic The Hedgehog really hasn’t been cool for a while now. I’ll admit that I had a bit of Sonic merchandise back in the day, and even watched the cartoon show ...

Sony Blocks Netflix Movies From Streaming To Xbox 360
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net In case you missed it, Microsoft released their dashboard update for the Xbox 360, dubbed the New Xbox Experience. Now those of you that also happen to subscribe to Netflix may have noticed something else. Upon trying to stream certain movies, you may have been greeted with a message stating that the film you are trying to watch is currently unavailable. Here’s the least surprising part of the whole thing. All of the movies which are currently unavailable happen to ...

Review - ezShot Gun For Wii Misses Its Mark
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net One of the things I like about my Wii is that I can easily turn my Wiimote into a gun without the need to drop a bundle of cash on another accessory. Generally you shell out just a few bucks and get a plastic frame, which is fine with me. I personally have two different ones in my collection (the official Wii Zapper and the Nyko Perfect Shot), however, I’ve recently acquired a third. I decided to take my new ezShot Gun for a spin, and found it to be the most ...

DIY Nerf Lancer
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Man, I remember some of my favorite toys as a kid being made by Nerf. No, I’m not talking about their footballs and stuff. My brother and I had all sorts of guns and weapons that we used on each other all the time. I recall one of my favorites being a belt-fed chain gun that could fire off something like 5 rounds per second. That thing was awesome. But as far as looks go, nothing can top this excellent Nerf Lancer. If you’ve ever spent any time playing Gears of War, ...

Play NES, SNES and Sega Genesis Games On One Console
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Like many of you, I grew up on the NES, SNES and Sega Genesis. Much of my childhood was spent playing these three consoles, and there are times that I think about dusting them off to relive the good old days. The only problem is that of the three, only my SNES is still in working order. I’ve considered trying to find an old NES and Genesis that are still in good working order, but when you’re talking about consoles that are upwards of 20 years old, ...

Fan-Made Mega Man Trailer Will Blow You Away
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net How many times have you watched a movie based off of a popular video game franchise, only to be rewarded with a steaming pile of crap? My guess is just about any time you’ve seen a Uwe Boll film. Sure, there have been a few good video game flicks here and there but rarely do I ever get too excited over one (though the Tetris movie sounds riveting). However, this Mega Man fan flick actually looks pretty cool. Sure, I ...

Review - Dragon Ball Origins
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Not long ago I decided to pick up something new for my DS, and happened across the new Dragon Ball Origins game. I’m a fan of the series, and what I’d heard of the game prior to launch sounded interesting, so I decided that it might be worth a shot. The game follows the storyline of the original Dragon Ball series, with you controlling Goku on his adventures with Bulma to find the magic Dragon Balls. The TV series was good, so the game might not be too ...

Maxim Unlocks Mortal Kombat Soundboard
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Mortal Kombat is easily one of the most recognizable fighting franchises out there. Whether you spent your childhood trying to master the art of Fatalities (guilty), or are a parent worried about the impact of violent video games, you know this game. Over the years the game has evolved, but one thing has always remained the same, that awesome voice. Usually it says cool things like “Fight” or “Finish Him!”, but today, he says so ...

GTA: IV For PC To Be Protected By SecuROM
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net DRM sucks. I doubt that there are many people out there (that don’t work for a company which uses such security measures on their products) that would disagree with me. Yes, I understand that it is the industry’s reaction to piracy, but most of the time, they end up putting restrictions on the legitimate buyer that makes a simple task like installing (or re-installing) a game frustrating. SecuROM made headlines not long ago as the DRM of choice for Spore. In ...

New Xbox 360 Arcades Shipping With Internal Memory
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net With the New Xbox Experience requiring that your console have at least 128MB of free space, that leaves owners of new Arcade models in a bit of a jam. Sure, Microsoft was nice and offered up free memory cards and cheap hard drives to owners of older Core systems, but do new console owners have to use up a portion of their memory card for this dashboard update? Apparently not. Without any great fanfare, Microsoft quietly upgraded the internals of the new Arcade ...

Rumor - LEGO Harry Potter Game In Development
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I still haven’t gotten around to playing LEGO Batman, but I loved the Star Wars and Indiana Jones games. I don’t know if it’s the nostalgia of those little bricks, or the love of the movies they are based on, but I can’t seem to get enough of them. Well according to the latest rumors, we may have another successful franchise turned into a LEGO game. This time around, it’s Harry Potter. I can’t actually say that this is surprising ...

Review - Peak Starpex Guitar Controller
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Peak has crafted what I humbly believe is the best guitar controller available. Over the last week I have enjoyed playing with Peak’s Obsidian Starpex Guitar controller for the PS3/PS2. The awesome people at Peak have taken a wooden guitar body and inlaied the electronic components into the guitar. This, much like the Rock Band Ion Drum Kit will set you back a few bucks, but is a worthwhile investment if you’re really into RB/GH and you’re a PS3 owner like myself. Read on ...

The Eagles, The Smashing Pumpkins And Nirvana Get Guitar Hero DLC This Month
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Guitar Hero: World Tour has finally gotten a decent amount of DLC, which in today’s world of rhythm games, is essential to keep people coming back. This month’s tracks have been announced, and they are definitely worth looking into. The Smashing Pumpkins, The Eagles and Nirvana all get their own track packs, which include three awesome songs each. December 4th Smashing Pumpkings “G.L.O.W.” Smashing Pumpkings ...

Ben Heck Creates Another Xbox 360 Portable
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net There are times when I’m on the road, and neither my iPhone or my DS can really satisfy my gaming needs. Thankfully I picked up one of the new MacBook Pro’s not long ago, and can get a pretty decent gaming experience on there if needed. However, if I’m up for some Rock Band, or anything else that requires my 360, I’m pretty much out of luck. I mean who really wants to go through all of the hassle of unplugging it from their TV, loading up all of the ...

Atari Releases Ghostbusters Trailer
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Not too long ago we thought all hope was lost on the Ghostbusters game, it seemed as if it was never actually going to be released. Well now Atari has finally given us hope once again. They’ve released a trailer, which actually makes the game look like it might be worth picking up. At the end they also offer a date as to when the game might finally be released, they’re saying that we can pick it up as of June 2009. So until then, we’re ...

Rock Band Adds 500th Song With No Doubt Pack
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I haven’t kept track of just how many tracks I have for Rock Band, but you can that between the original disc tracks, the AC/DC expansion and the load of DLC I’ve bought, there’s a lot there. While I haven’t gone through and counted my own songs, I can tell you that as of this Tuesday there will be over 500 total tracks available for the game. To push the total over the 500 mark, we’ve got a collection of 13 songs from No Doubt. “The ...

EA’s DRM Backfires, Spore Tops 2008 Most Pirated List
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I’m sure that you guys remember a couple of months back when people were raising such a big stink over Spore. It wasn’t so much an issue with the game itself, but rather with the DRM which EA chose to infect protect it with. You see, EA knew this was going to be a popular title, and they wanted to send pirates a message, and did so with this really nasty breed of DRM. Apparently pirates got the message, it just wasn’t the one EA was hoping ...

WAR Creators To Reward Top Players With Character Statues
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net In my trips around the world of Azeroth I’ve come across many statues depicting various heroes in the land. Most of them I know to have some sort of great backstory in the Warcraft lore, but sometimes I’ve thought it would be cool to see a statue of a real in-game player standing tall just outside of Stormwind. While I’m not likely to see that happen any time soon in WoW, those playing WAR will get just that. Mythic has decided to reward the top 10 ...

PlayStation Home Launches December 11th
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net PlayStation Home is one of those things that PS3 owners were probably wondering if they’d ever actually get to enjoy. Much like the in-game XMB, it has been teased, announced and delayed for some time. Earlier this year users were finally treated to the in-game XMB, and it seems that before 2008 comes to a close we’ll actually see Home. Now granted Sony is still calling this a “beta”, but it’s the open beta, which means that everyone is welcome to ...

Left 4 Dead Gets Exploited On Xbox Live
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net What’s the best way to ruin any online game? Exploits. Unfortunately Left 4 Dead (check back in a few days for our full review) is not safe from hackers, at least not on the Xbox 360. The above video is almost comical in nature, due to the crazy stuff that one can pull off. I’d just hate to be the guy on the receiving end of these cheats. Thankfully Valve has already issued a server-side fix to all Xbox Live ...

FCC Commissioner Blames WoW For College Drop-Outs
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I’ve known quite a few people that play World of Warcraft, and I also know several people who have dropped out of college. Interestingly enough, none of the people I know fit into both categories. It seems that this is a rare case, as Federal Communications Commissioner Deborah Taylor Tate recently pointed her finger at games like WoW for many college drop-outs. “You might find it alarming that one of the top reasons for college drop-outs in ...

Wii And PS2 Owners Can Satisfy Their Rock Band 2 Fix On Thursday
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I’ve been rocking out a lot on Rock Band 2 over the last three months, and I image that many of you have been doing the same. Unfortunately if your primary console is a PS2 or a Wii, you’ve been stuck with the original Rock Band or a Guitar Hero title to satisfy your inner rocker. Well the wait is almost over, as Harmonix has finally given us a solid release date for those two consoles. This Thursday, December 18th, you’ll be able to pick up Rock ...

Club Nintendo Opens Its Doors In The US
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Finally, after years of waiting we in the US finally have access to the exclusive Club Nintendo. I sort of feel like that guy that’s been waiting on the wrong side of the velvet rope, drooling every time I see the door open. Well yesterday Nintendo finally lifted that rope and let me cross the threshold, and you can come inside too. Granted, the sights aren’t as great as I’d hoped, but they do have some prizes for loyal fans. Mostly just cases and ...

Microsoft Lets You “Free Your Avatar”
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net The NXE brought us Mii’s Avatars, which I haven’t really done a whole lot with to be honest. I spent roughly 5 minutes setting mine up the first day and haven’t touched it since. However, Microsoft has given us a good reason to put a little extra effort into your creation. You can now “Free Your Avatar”, which basically means that you can create an image of your avatar, complete with text and a background to download to your computer. This is ...

Child’s Play Breaks $1 Million In Donations
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net It’s sort of funny how one rather small act can spawn something so great and unexpected. Take for instance an article written back in 2003 by Bill France. He wrote at length about how video games are merely death simulators, and gamers are trained killing machines. Something like this generally gets noticed by the gaming community, and we’ll say a few choice things about the author. However, This particular post had a different effect on a pair of gamers, ...

EA Substitutes Wii Graphics For 360 Footage In Tiger Woods Commercial
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I am a Wii owner, and I’m happy with my console. I think the main reason that I’m happy is because I know exactly what the machine is capable of, and I don’t hold any misconceptions that it has the sort of power and graphics of my 360. However, those in Europe that have seen the recent Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 ads might expect a bit more from their Wii than they should. Recently EA aired a commercial that shows Tiger Woods swinging a Wiimote while ...

Japanese Club Nintendo Members Get Mii Business Cards
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net This week those of us in the US were finally given access to the super-exclusive Club Nintendo. Of course each region has its own specific set of rewards, so what we see in Japan and Europe might not necessarily be available over here. Still, it’s fun to see what new prizes they get, and to wonder whether or not they will be coming to us any time soon. The latest addition to the Japanese Club Nintendo are these Mii business cards. Users can trade in 150 coins ...

3D Realms Releases New Duke Nukem Forever Artwork, Still No Release In Sight
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Today will certainly be a day long remembered in the gaming community. Today is the day that Duke Nukem Forever was finally announced. What’s that? They didn’t announce a release date? Oh well, at least they released an awesome video chock-full of in-game footage. No? Well then we’ll just have to settle for a screenshot. Oh, that’s not even a screenshot, it’s just pre-rendered models. Nevermind then. Were Duke Nukem Forever a real game, ...

Donate To A Great Cause And Enter To Win A Lifetime Pass To WoW
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I love playing WoW, but after a while that $15 a month adds up. And that’s on top of the money I originally spent on the game, plus the two expansions. Lets face it, MMO’s are expensive. Aside from buying your own arcade cabinet, an MMO is probably the most expensive video game you can buy. Naturally, any help you can get on those monthly fees is always appreciated. So how would you like to never have to pay for a single month of WoW again? Sure, you could just ...

New Screenshots And Concept Art For The Old Republic
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Being the huge Star Wars fan that I am, I’m really looking forward to The Old Republic. I used to play Galaxies back when it first came out, but left shortly after the NGE. I’ve gone back and started playing recently, and after playing WoW for so long, Galaxies just doesn’t stack up. Thankfully we have The Old Republic to satisfy our Star Wars MMO needs. All we have to do is wait. Thankfully Bioware has treated us to a new set of screenshots and concept ...

Rumor – Netflix May Stream To PS3 And Wii
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net One of the things I love about my 360 is that it can stream Netflix movies to my TV. Sure, I have to pay a few bucks a month for my Netflix subscription, and a few more for a gold Live account, but it’s worth the convenience. Plus I’m too lazy to go to the video store, and I pay for a gold account anyway. Unfortunately for those with one of the other current-gen consoles, this service is exclusive to the 360. For now. A job listing on the Netflix site ...

Microsoft Offers Extended Warranty To “E74 Error” Victims
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I think everyone is familiar with the Red Ring of Death on the 360. Hell, if you’ve owned a 360 for very long, you’ve probably experienced this wonderful sensation once or twice. Well lately there’s been a new issue plaguing owners of Microsoft’s current-gen console, simply called the E74 Error. While the E74 Error doesn’t sound nearly as ominous as the RRoD, it has the same effect. It turns your 360 from a kick-ass gaming machine into ...

Bricked 360 Becomes The Ultimate Arcade Stick
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net We all know that the 360 is prone to failure. I think that collectively we have had to send in our units a total of 5 times here at GamerFront. Luckily they have all been covered under the extended warranty. But when you have a failure that isn’t covered, what exactly do you do with that old broken console? Sure, you could keep it for spare parts, but what’s the fun in that? A better option would be to mod it into something useful like this guy did. ...

NZXT Cryo LX Review
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net When most people think about PC gaming, they envision a sweet desktop with the latest and greatest components. However, not everyone chooses to go the desktop route. Unfortunately for those that do go with a laptop, heat becomes a major issue. There’s nothing quite like having your game interrupted because your computer shut down to prevent overheating. There are quite a few different solutions on the market today, but I’m going to show you the Cryo LX ...

Harmonix Announces Lego Rock Band
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If you haven’t gotten around to playing one of the games in the recent Lego franchise (Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Batman) I really do advise it. Those games might be aimed at kids, but they’re still a blast to play. Later this year, we will have another addition to the series which, despite the rumors that were floating around a few weeks back, caught me a bit by surprise. I’m talking about Lego Rock Band. That’s right, we had Lego games ...

The Wii Riser Aerobic Step Adds Height To Balance Board
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net For those that are attempting to get the perfect bod from the Wii Fit, here’s an attachment to raise the Wii Fit Balance Board.  It goes underneath your Balance Board for when you’re doing aerobic steps.  It raises up the Balance Board a whopping four inches to make it a bit more challenging.  They claim that particular height is the same size as the average height of a stepper you’d find at a real live gym.  I have a couple of issues with this item, first of all I’m ...

GameStop Briefly Takes Pre-orders For Guitar Hero: Van Halen
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I’m a huge Van Halen fan, and was really stoked when I saw Hot For Teacher on Guitar Hero: World Tour (and You Really Got Me on GH II). I can’t remember how many tries it took to get through the drums on Expert, but it was a rush. There have been plenty of rumors about the band getting their own Guitar Hero title, joining Aerosmith and Metallica. Now it looks as though GameStop has officially let the cat out of the bag. The page has since been removed, ...

Resident Evil The Umbrella Chronicles Shot Blaster
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Nothing beats being able to actually use a plastic gun to shoot virtual people and monsters.  That is, as opposed to using a regular controller, for me it’s far more therapeutic.  Which says all kinds of things about my personality.  The sad thing is that the Wii typically has such boring guns to go with the Wiimote.  Although the bright white is nice and keeps things simple, their guns could really use a little more creative flare.  This new Resident Evil Shot Blaster ...

Dead Rising 2 Multiplayer Is Confirmed
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net There has been a bit of controversy surrounding the state of multiplayer action in Dead Rising 2. First there’s no mention of it, then a rep from mental mill (the middleware developer for the title) let it slip that it was indeed in the game. Shortly thereafter another mental mill rep tells us that the last guy misspoke. All of this over multiplayer? Sheesh. Not sure why it was such a huge secret, but Capcom development head Keiji Inafune finally confirmed once and ...

Charge Your Wiimotes With The Power Of Induction
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net One thing I hate about all of my game controllers is that I fell like I’m always swapping out rechargeable batteries. Many times I’m tempted to get some sort of charging station that I can just keep them on when I’m not using the controller. When it comes to the Wiimote, there’s that little silicon sleeve that can be a real nuisance, since you have to remove it to get to the batteries, so there is even more reason for a better charging solution. ...

Duke Nukem Forever Developer Closes Its Doors
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Duke Nukem Forever has been the butt of so many jokes over the years that it’s hard to come up with something original. The game has been in development for 13 years and 3D realms has little more than a few screenshots and teasers to show for it. A solid release date has been impossible to pin down. Until now that it. The official release date is……NEVER. No, that’s not a joke, it’s the truth. Unless a magical Duke Nukem fairy ...

Dragon Age: Origins To Be SecuROM-Free
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I can’t think of a gamer I know that actually enjoys knowing that their software is locked down with DRM. All too often the player’s rights are abused because the publisher is worried about pirates. The funny thing is that rarely does it actually deter such people, and only serves to harm the paying customer. EA in particular has come under heavy fire thanks to the SecuROM that has been featured in several titles, which caused some serious issues. Hell, they ...

Duke Nukem Forever Footage Surfaces
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net We all know that Duke Nukem Forever developer 3D Realms shut down last week, but what exactly were they working on? Many people (myself included) have wondered if they’ve just really been screwing around these last dozen years. However, evidence has surfaced that proves to the contrary. The video doesn’t actually look half bad. If it were finished, it might be something that ...

NZXT Whisper Review
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net For 10 to 12 hours a day during the week I work in a small office with wooden floors and a low ceiling and every noise is amplified, not the least of which being my pc with it’s 6 fans (not including the fan on my graphics card which beats them all). It’s not until a power outage, or re-arranging the office when everything is shut off do you realize just how much racket a PC can make and that it’s time for a change. Enter NZXT’s WHISPER Classic ...

Review - LEGO Battles
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net We’ve seen a lot of LEGO video games over the last few years, most of which have been a lot of fun. Well the guys in charge decided it was time to branch out from the RPG games that they’ve been so focused on of late and bring us LEGO Battles. This real-time strategy game for the DS lets you take command of pirates, wizards, spacemen and more. But does it deliver the fun? The game has several different campaigns to play through, each from a different ...

Review - OCZ Behemoth Laser Gaming Mouse
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net When it comes to gaming hardware the first things to pop into mind are generally the CPU/RAM and video card. It wasn’t until I set aside the trusty wireless mouse that came with my old Logitech keyboard to review the OCZ Behemoth Laser Gaming Mouse that I realized just how much this device plays into the gaming experience. Right out of the box my first impression was that it appears rather bulky, I say appears because once it was plugged in and in my hand it ...

Review - Ghostbusters (Xbox 360)
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Ghostbusters was one of those games that I really wanted to like, but honestly didn’t expect much from it. After all, I’ve played some really bad games that were based on the franchise. Seriously, have you ever played the Atari game? Anyway, I was rather surprised that this game was far from bad. In fact, it’s the best games associated with a movie franchise that I’ve played in a long time. From the moment the game loads up, you have ...

Dragon Age: Origins At Gen Con Indy
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Gen Con Indy doesn’t generally get the sort of media coverage that other gaming shows such as E3, PAX or Gamescom. The reason being that it focuses on more traditional forms of gaming, such as tabletop RPGs (think Dungeons & Dragons) or collectable card games (such as Magic the Gathering). Over the last three years or so, Gen Con Indy has been allowing electronic games into the show, which is one extra reason I like to go. This year I was pleased to see ...

Review – G.I. Joe: The Rise Of Cobra (PS3)
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If you were a kid during the 80’s and early 90’s, you probably watched the G.I. Joe cartoon. It was usually on somewhere around Transformers and Thundercats. Well it has become the trend to remake everything I loved as a kid in the form of movies and video games. Some are good (see X-Men) while others I’m still trying to forget (see X-Men 3). I haven’t gotten around to seeing the new G.I. Joe movie, but I have had the chance to play through the ...

Review – Buckshot Pump-Action Shotgun For The Wii
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net These days Wii accessories are only outnumbered by those made for the iPod. Unfortunately, Wii accessories are generally cheap pieces of plastic that do little to add to the enjoyment of the game, despite what the product claims. The only time I bother with such an addition to my Wiimote is when I’m playing a shooter. I’ve gone through a number of different gun accessories, most of them weren’t of decent quality, or in the case of the ezShot ...

Review – Logitech Performance MX Mouse
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net In my free time when I’m not gaming I’m generally programming, working on my own hit game. This involves a lot of traversing through source code, generally many lines of it. In the past this act would get very cumbersome, that all changed the day the Logitech Performance MX landed on my desk. The Hyper-fast scrolling feature allows me to reach from one end of my code to the other with a single flick of the wheel. The Logitech Performance MX mouse also comes ...

Review – Batman Arkham Asylum
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Batman. One would think that the rich history and “one man against all villainy” plot of this comic would have lent itself to a gaming classic by now. For one reason or another it just hasn’t happened with most games in the Dark Knight’s vault being shoddy movie adaptations. I’d long since given up hope of a decent Batman game and that’s why I was taken by surprise earlier this year at E3 when I got my hands on a playable demo of Batman: ...

Review – The Beatles: Rock Band (Xbox 360)
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net To say that I’m a fan of rhythm games such as Rock Band would be an understatement. I’ve owned each game, a bunch of instruments and bought tons of DLC. I will however admit that the games are starting to grow a little stale these days. New songs are great, but the excitement just isn’t there like it used to be. I can’t remember the last time someone had a Rock Band/Guitar Hero party, and it’s no longer the staple of my weekly gaming sessions with the ...

Dragon Age: Origins – Preview Of Denerim (Video)
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net We’re just about a month away from the release of Dragon Age: Origins, which means Bioware is teasing us with new footage from the game. Today we have a video and a few high-rez pics of the Ferelden capital city of Denerim. Here’s a brief description of the city for your reading pleasure. “Denerim, the capital of Ferelden, began originally as an outpost of the ancient Tevinter Imperium. Its mages rose up a dark tower from the ...

Review – NZXT M59 Mid Tower Chassis
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net No one can accuse NZXT of slacking off when it comes to releasing new PC cases. We’ve got three of their latest offerings in our office, and we’ll be bringing you full reviews on each over the next week or so. First up is their M56 Classic Series ATX Mid Tower chassis. NZXT has always found a good balance between price and performance. The M56 falls into what I’d consider the mid-range of cases in terms of pricing. But the real question is whether or not ...

Review – NZXT Beta EVO Mid Tower Chassis
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Last week I showed you the M59 chasis from NZXT and promised reviews on a couple of their other new cases. Well you can stop holding your breath, as today I’ll be reviewing the Beta EVO Mid Tower Chassis. This is one of their sub-$50 cases, which makes it more of a budget offering. When you start getting into that price range, many cases tend to be lacking in both features and quality. Lets see if that’s the case here. Features ...

Review – NZXT Lexa S Mid Tower Chassis
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net To round out our trio of NZXT cases, I present the Lexa S Mid Tower Chassis. This is the higher-end of NZXT’s case offerings. As such, it bears a premium price over the other two that we’ve reviewed in the last week. Do the extra features justify the extra cost? Read on to find out. Features You’re going to see most of the features that were on the Beta EVO and M59 cases here. Bottom-mounted PSU, pre-cut holes ...

Review – Logitech Gaming Headset G330
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If you play PC games with other people online, there’s a good chance that you use some sort of voice chat. When playing WoW, our entire guild would use Ventrilo in order to stay coordinated in raids, or just to chit-chat. I never cared for free-standing mics, so I would always be wearing a headset. Sometimes it can be hard to find one that sounds good, picks up your voice properly and feels comfortable during long-term gaming sessions. This is why I love getting to ...

Review – Ultra X4 850W Modular Power Supply
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net When building a gaming computer, each component is important in its own way. Most people focus on their motherboard, CPU, RAM and video card. However, things like your case, hard drive and power supply also play a vital role in things. We’ve covered cases and hard drives, but haven’t really touched on power supplies. These are rather tricky to properly review without specialized equipment. We currently have an Ultra X4 850W Modular Power Supply, and I thought ...

Review – Borderlands (PS3)
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net Borderlands sets you down on the desolate planet of Pandora. Here is a world that few people would ever want to set foot on, save for the prospect of treasure. It has been rumored that a vault lie hidden somewhere in the vast wasteland which contains riches beyond measure. Treasure hunters, mercenaries  and even large corporations want to get their hands on whatever is contained within. The world of Pandora seems like a barren wasteland, yet the art styling makes ...

Review – Star Wars Battlefront Elite Squadron (PSP)
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net I’ve played a number of PSP titles, and it’s always interesting to see how a developer gets around the limitation of having only a single analog stick to work with. It can provide some significant obstacles, but generally they overcome them. Unfortunately the same cannot be said for LucasArts and Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron. This latest installment in the Battlefront series places you in the boots of a clone trooper who was created from the ...

Review – LEGO Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues (PSP)
OhGizmo! — This post is syndicated with permission from GamerFront.net If you’ve never picked up one of Traveller’s Tales LEGO-themed games, it’s something I’d recommend for most people. Sure, they seem a bit childish, but when you combine the nostalgic feel of LEGO’s with Star Wars, Batman or Indiana Jones you’re going to have a good time. The second LEGO Indiana Jones game has been released, and today I’ll bring you my thoughts on the PSP version. If you’ve played any of the previous ...