Learn more about Brink. (Flash demo) SynopsisThe Earth's oceans are rising, forcing refugees into the only safe haven available ~ the Ark, a man-made floating city. Originally built as an experiment, the Ark is a completely self-sufficient and natural habitat that has been a sanctuary for its creators and descendents. Until now. Locked in a heated battle, the security and the resistance fight for control of the Ark and for survival. Which side will you choose?Brink takes you to a bleak future where the fight for survival is a reality. The vast combination of looks available allows you to create a distinct character as you choose to fight for the side of security or resistance. Each role you take on generates a new set of objectives, communications, missions and inventory based on your condition, location, squad mates and the status of the battle in all gameplay modes. Blend single-player, co-op and multiplayer online gameplay for an immersive experience. Make intelligent decisions in fast-paced combat with the SMART button that dynamically evaluates where you're trying to go and gets you there fast to keep the intense action moving as you fight for your survival.
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I love a good first person shooter (Modern Warfare 2, Black Ops, Battlefield, etc.) My experience with Brink so far has been great. The implementation of required objectives elevates the experience above just running around and shooting people. You have to be smart and play your role whether you are an engineer, medic, soldier or operative. The weapon customizations create a great opportunity to fine tune your character, and you have a ton of freedom to change your character's look.
One thing that makes the game different is that there are no kill counts or K/D ratios. It's not about being the best shot, it's about working as a squad and meeting objectives. You may take out 50 enemies, but the guy next to you who is meeting objectives and buffing the team can get a ton more experience than you.
Just like any new game, be sure to update your video card drivers or you may have problems with OpenGL.
What's great about it: New take on FPS, objective based gameplay
What's not so great: Spawn points can be really far from objectives.
KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart KSM150PSTG Tilt-Head Stand Mixer: Make your favorite appetizers, cakes, cookies and other baked goods with this versatile tilt-head stand mixer. The comfortable handle and 10 speed options help you flawlessly blend even the thickest batters. Easily match your kitchen d~cor by choosing from a wide variety of colors.
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It's the classic KitchenAid Artisan mixer. I purchase a lot of these for , and I have yet to have any problems reported to me. Plenty of colors to choose from, and you can trust the quality.
What's great about it: Color choice, durability and reliability
What's not so great: Bestbuy.com glitched out 4 times when trying to order it.
Learn more about Fallout New Vegas. (Flash demo) SynopsisIn the post-apocalyptic world of Fallout New Vegas, you need to be aware of what may be lurking around the next corner. Your goal is to make a name for yourself, but beware ~ in New Vegas, fortunes can change in an instant. It's a town of dreamers and desperados where the right person with the right weaponry can earn a living ~ and make an enemy or two along the way. Battle across the Mojave Wastelands and the neon-drenched Vegas Strip, and meet colorful characters, dangerous factions, mutated creatures and more. Choose sides in the upcoming war or declare "winner takes all" and crown yourself the King of New Vegas.Fallout New Vegas places you on a thrilling journey in post-apocalyptic Las Vegas, called New Vegas. Travel across the treacherous landscape of the devastated wastelands, meet new people and use the latest high-tech weaponry on terrifying monsters. Explore the treacherous wastes of the Great Southwest from the safety and comfort of your very own vault. While Vault-Tec engineers have prepared for every contingency, in Vegas, fortunes can change in a heartbeat.
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New Vegas is Fallout 3 in the desert. I'm a little disappointed, it seems more like Obsidian just took what Bethesda gave them and made it way more complicated, with ammo types, etc.
I tried to take a walk north out of the starting town and got wasted by some giant wasps like ten times. The weapons system takes some getting used to, and guns that may have been useless in FO3 are awesome to have (10 mm Submachine Gun for example.) There are glitches with the different factions, and even if a faction tries to kill you, it still gives you bad karma to loot their hideouts... lame.
You can aim down the sights on your weapons now, which is fun, and VATS is pretty much the same. You can mod certain weapon types with scopes and other equipment.
There are some major glitches, though, so before you buy, go on the web and search the forums for people with a similar hardware setup as you to see if they are having any issues. There are some save-game issues as well, so be sure to hard save your game (don't just use quicksave.)
Overall, a fun game so far. The AI isn't very smart still, but people still explode just like you are used to.
What's great about it: Fallout universe, weapons and action.
What's not so great: Could have used another 3-4 months in development.
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My wife started this series on Netflix, then just had to have it on DVD for the collection. Prison Break is a great show, full of characters to love and characters to hate. If you like a little bit of thrill and a fun plot, you'll love Prison Break.
KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart KSM150PSBL Tilt-Head Stand Mixer: Make your favorite appetizers, cakes, cookies and other baked goods with this versatile tilt-head stand mixer. The comfortable handle and 10 speed options help you flawlessly blend even the thickest batters. Easily match your kitchen d~cor by choosing from a wide variety of colors.
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What is there to say? It's a great mixer. The unit and mixing attachments that come with it are great, but a huge plus is that there are scads of other pieces (meat grinder, pasta maker, etc.) for the hardcore home chef. With Kitchenaid, just pick your color and you will be a happy camper.
What's great about it: It's KitchenAid quality, and it makes a statement in my kitchen
KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart KSM150PSWW Tilt-Head Stand Mixer: Make your favorite appetizers, cakes, cookies and other baked goods with this versatile tilt-head stand mixer. The comfortable handle and 10 speed options help you flawlessly blend even the thickest batters. Easily match your kitchen d~cor by choosing from a wide variety of colors.
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Whether you need 9 dozen* of your signature chocolate chips cookies or shredded chicken for Taco Tuesday with friends and family, the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer has the capacity for every occasion. This durable tilt-head stand mixer was built to last, and features 10 speeds to gently knead, thoroughly mix and whip ingredients for a wide variety of recipes and comes in over 20 colors to perfectly match your kitchen design or personality. Get creative and make more with your mixer with over 10 optional hub-powered attachments**, from food grinders to pasta makers and more. *Using the flat beater; 28g dough each **sold separately.
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KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart KSM150PSCV Tilt-Head Stand Mixer: Make your favorite appetizers, cakes, cookies and other baked goods with this versatile tilt-head stand mixer. The comfortable handle and 10 speed options help you flawlessly blend even the thickest batters. Easily match your kitchen d~cor by choosing from a wide variety of colors.
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Learn more about Killzone 2 - PlayStation 3. (Flash demo) The foundation for war has been created on the harsh planet Helghan. The ISA is set on capturing the Helghast leader in an attempt to bring the Helghast war machine to a halt. As Sev, a special forces soldier, it's up to you and your squad to put an end to the ISA and secure Pyrrhus, the capital city. As the time for battle creeps closer, your crew realizes that the planet itself is as big of an enemy as the ISA. Are you strong enough to overcome the planet's obstacles and take out the ISA?Killzone 2 follows up its predecessor with even more futuristic war intensity. Realistic graphics create highly atmospheric environments that are fully responsive to the violent conditions on Helghan. Players must adapt their battle strategies as the devastating effects of Helghan's climate have a huge impact on war tactics. Learn to harness the power of the environment and use it to your advantage against the ISA.
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This game is pretty fun, but has some annoying parts. Sniping is a pain, because sluggish targeting makes it near impossible to catch a moving target. The character Rico could be deleted all together. He adds nothing to the story but a potty mouth and stupid one liners. The main character is fun to play, and the villains are pretty sweet. The individual weapons aren't as dynamic as the first Killzone, but there are some cool new ones like the Arc cannon and the bolt gun. Overall, it was a fun game.
What's great about it: Pretty good story, killer graphics.
What's not so great: Sluggish controls, too many swears.
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Great reliable mixer. I have purchased one for my kitchen and about 10 others for clients and not one has had any problems. The colors are flashy, and it's fun to have on the counter for people to notice, (not that I'm vain or anything.) It's a great buy.
What's great about it: Reliable, eye catching and easy to use.