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5 out of 5
5
Arguably his best album...
on January 15, 2010
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
In my opinion this is his best album. I have not heard the third, but it had to be hard to top an album like this. He made an album that is twice as good as his first, as well switching up subject matter. This album definitely has a more mature vibe. Songs such as "You", "Hold Up" and "Gimme Watcha Got" are some of the best songs that I have heard from him. "Help Me", "Lottery", and "Get At Ya" are also great songs, and I have not even mentioned any of the album's singles. If you want Chris at his best before the controversy, buy this album. You will enjoy it.
What's great about it: Music
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Extremely talented singer/songwriter
on January 15, 2010
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
This is one of the best albums that I have heard in a long while. She writes, and produces all of her own songs. This gives the song a personal feeling that you can hear in her voice. She has a beautiful voice that is best reflected on songs such as "Angel", "Never" and "I Still Love You". She also has uptempo songs with infectious beats, that will almost force you to bob your head. This is a great album from a far underrated singer. Buy this album, and you will not be disappointed.
What's great about it: Music, lyrics,
I would recommend this to a friend!
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A wonderful debut...
on January 15, 2010
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
Adele released a great debut album, and looks to release many more successful albums in the future. From the first song "Daydreamer" to the Last "Hometown Glory", the entire album was put together well and you will not have to skip a single song. Her voice is definitely unique and adds a sound to the music that has not often been heard. Buy this album!
What's great about it: Lyrics, Voice,
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisThe crowd is deafening as you make your way toward the ring to meet your biggest rival. Only one of you can come out on top in this bout, and you're determined it's going to be you. You make your grand entrance, the energy of the crowd and the sneer of your rival pumping you up. All of your signature moves are at the ready, and as the match begins, you know it's going to be one for the history books.WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 slams you into the excitement and intensity of professional wrestling. Step into the ring as one of your favorite WWE Superstars and prepare to unleash your fiercest moves as you take on some of the biggest names. Create your own signature Superstar with the improved customization interface, which now features a Paint Tool you can use to detail your original Superstar with tattoos, logos and other designs, and customize Superstars' looks by changing the colors of shirts, logos, face paint and more. Upload your created Superstars, entrances, finishing moves and more online to share with other players around the world. Grapple your way to ultimate victory as you travel down the Road to WrestleMania, now complete with a Create-a-Superstar storyline and the first-ever Divas storyline.
 
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4
Overhyped, but still salvagable
on December 17, 2009
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
I will start by saying that WWE Smackdown vs RAW 2009 was a funner game to play in my opinion. The character models are the best in the series yet in this installment. When you have seen Maryse in game, you will almost mistake the model for the actual person. Some aspects of the Create A Superstar Mode have been improved such as the load times, and being able to create up to 3 alternate costumes for your character. There still is not enough clothing options, and they are the same options that are about three games old. The point of creating a character is doing so in your image. Maybe the developers have not figured that out yet. Alternate threads is a good idea though. You can not change any of the superstars clothes, but you can create 3 alternate colored costumes. It is not very deep, but it at least makes for a different experience sometimes. The story designer mode is deep, but it it not very user friendly. It should be easier to use. Some people do not have the time, or patience to invest in it. The career mode is very bland, and it is very linear. You basically unlock new matches, and wrestle another match. It gets repititive very quickly. If you are looking for a deep, next to real wrestling experience, wait for future installments. It does some things good, but does just as many bad. I would say to rent, or buy later at a low price. I hope this helped. :-)
What's great about it: Graphics, Create A Superstar,
What's not so great: Career mode, Story designer,
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisThe world of the assassin is one cloaked in shadow and steeped in danger. Ensnared in a web of revenge and conspiracy, the assassin embraces power at its most elemental, acting as the dividing line between life and death. As an assassin confronted by perilous new challenges and difficult choices, what path will you choose?Get ready to plunge into the lush and deadly world of the Italian Renaissance, an era of arts, riches and murderous conspiracy. Assassin's Creed II introduces you to Ezio, a new assassin carrying on the deadly lineage of his forebears. Confront an epic tale of power and corruption as you hone your assassin's art, wielding weapons and instruments designed by the legendary Leonardo da Vinci himself in this gripping and deadly sequel.
 
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5 out of 5
5
A triumph over the original in every way...
on December 17, 2009
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
I bought Assassin's Creed 2 on a whim having never played the first game, and I was very impressed. The free running is fun, and exhilirating. Throwing guards from the rooftops never gets old. He also moves a lot faster than Altair. The combat has been improved ten fold. The number of counter kills that he can execute is ridiculous. He has about 32 weapons to choose from. Combat is smoother now, and more often than not you will want to battle instead of running. The story is very good, as it invests in the lead character, and really lets you get to know him personally. The voice acting is good all around. The only minor problem I would say are the physics. After killing a guard, their bodies still move, and their limbs become contourted. That is a very minor hiccup though in an otherwise excellent game. BUY NOW!!!
What's great about it: Free running, combat, story, voice acting
What's not so great: Physics
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5
another beautiful album
on December 11, 2009
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
Carrie has made another great album. Her voice is beautiful, and as usual it is on it's finest display here. Cowboy Casonova is a very good song. It is reminiscent of Before He Cheats. She is at her best on these uptempo songs. She also has slow songs as well. These are when she gets to flex her vocals. I have brought all 3 of her albums, and have not been disappointed yet. I would point out certain good songs, but the entire album is spectacular. BUY IT!!!
What's great about it: Her voice, Her :-),
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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4
A good album, despite a few bad tracks
on December 11, 2009
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
This is overall a good album, and is what it was expected to be. Jay-Z has lost some of his steam, but that is no reason to pass this album up. He picked the right songs to be singles. They are the most radio friendly probably. Songs like "On To The Next One", and "Off That" are good non singles. A couple of the songs that I have heard so far are just average, and I think he just wanted to collabarate with certain people. Also. sometimes artists curse just for the sake of it when it is not needed. That is annoying given you could not play it around your family. Overall, it is a new sound for him. If you like him, buy it. If you are not familiar with him, sample it first.
What's great about it: Lyrics
What's not so great: Language
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Based on Hasbro's immensely popular action figures, G.I. Joe is the ultimate elite fighting force, engaged in an extraordinary action-adventure matchup of good versus evil! In G.I. Joe The Rise of Cobra, the G.I. Joe team, armed with the coolest hi-tech gadgets and weapons, travels the world from the Egyptian desert to the polar ice caps in a high stakes pursuit of Cobra, an evil international organization threatening to use a technology that could bring the world to it's knees.
 
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Great action, Bad acting
on December 4, 2009
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
This was a pretty good movie. It had great action. It is a good recreation of a classic name. It benefits from having a lot of big name actors at one time or another. The characters were all beleivable in their personalities. The main thing wrong with it would be Channing Tatum. The guy delivers no conviction, or emotion with his lines. He just talks. There were also no extras on the DVD i got which sucked. If you can stand that, this is a definite buy for your collection.
What's great about it: Sienna Miller, Rachel Nichols, Action
What's not so great: Channing Tatum
I would recommend this to a friend!
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What does the American Dream mean today? For Niko Bellic, fresh off the boat from Europe, it is the hope he can escape his past. For his cousin, Roman, it is the vision that together they can find fortune in Liberty City, gateway to the land of opportunity.As they slip into debt and are dragged into a criminal underworld by a series of shysters, thieves and sociopaths, they discover that the reality is very different from the dream. In a city that worships money and status, life is heaven for those who prosper and a living nightmare for those who don't. Developed by the superstar designers at Rockstar North, Grand Theft Auto IV continues the exciting legacy of the Grand Theft Auto franchise.
 
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4
Same ol same, but fun
on October 10, 2009
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
I will say first that this is a suitable next-gen version of GTA. That does not mean that is any better. In most cases, that just means it has better graphics. It is still the same old GTA, but I guess we love that. The addition of minigames, and dating add some replayability that former titles lacked. The missions are repetitive, but they tie into the storyline. Some missions are a breeze. Others will leave you scratching your head wondering why the developers put it into the game. I will say that the characters are great especially Brucie. If you loved GTA last gen buy this, as it is most of the same. If you are looking for a new GTA experience do not buy it. Rent it. DO NOT LET CHILDREN PLAY, OR WATCH THIS GAME, PLEASE.
What's great about it: Upgraded graphics, Minigames, Storyline
What's not so great: Repitition, Difficulty on certain missions
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get ready for a new foray into your deepest fears. In a remote African village, a strange infection has taken hold, transforming innocent villagers into ruthless abominations. Chris Redfield, a veteran of other such outbreaks, must embark on a new quest to get to the root of this epidemic of evil. Along with his new partner, African BSAA agent Sheva Alomar, Chris will journey into a realm filled with terrifying new threats and dangerous new enemies, where evil lurks not only in the darkness, but in the clear light of day as well.Resident Evil 5 transports you to a world where you will face terror on an epic scale. Play as either Chris or Sheva, and put your courage to the test as you go head-to-head with hordes of rampaging enemies in your quest to investigate the epidemic. Wield incredible new weapons to help safeguard your survival against sinister enemies armed with increased speed and intelligence, making them more dangerous than ever before. Join forces with a friend in new two-player online co-op as you combine the talents of Chris and Sheva, helping them work together to beat back the terrifying infection and fight for survival in a world gone mad.
 
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5
A great shooter
on October 10, 2009
Posted by: Essential
from Little Rock, AR
This is a really fun game to play. It is not going to redefine the survival horror genre, but it is fun. The partner A.I. is actually quite helpful. I just wish that she would not shoot enemies on the ground when I can knife, or stomp them. That is the only gripe with that. I will admit that the storyline kind of threw me at times, but if you know a bout the history of RE it will make sense. The only two that I have played extensively is RE4, and 5. It has a great deal of replay value. You can play as either character, change costumes and much more once you beat it. There is even more to unlock then. If you have played RE4 and loved it. you will love this game.
What's great about it: Graphics, Co-Op Mechanics
What's not so great: Not really scary as should be
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Xbox 360 Consoles
Xbox 360 Consoles
 

Warranty on the xbox360

I bought the xbox360 elite for 399.99 when it frist came out and also got a warranty with it for 59.99 for two years.My question is if i return xbox360 due to malfuction would i get the same one or can i get the slim xbox snice i bought it for 399.99 at the time.
I believe that it would have to be sent to Microsoft, and they will either fix your system, or send you the same model. They will not send you a Slim model though.
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   Little Rock, AR
 
Xbox 360 Consoles
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New Xbox

Is the new Xbox 360 with the 250gb hard drive the new "Elite" model? vs the old 120gb model and can you still buy the 120gb Elite brand new?
They are getting rid of the Elite model, and since the Elite is the same price as the 250 slim the slim model is a better buy. To my knowledge the Elite may be discontinued.
15 years, 7 months ago
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Essential
   Little Rock, AR
 
Xbox 360 Consoles
Xbox 360 Consoles
 

does the $200 new xbox 360 4gb console come with a controller?

Yes, all new consoles come with at least one controller.
15 years, 7 months ago
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Essential
   Little Rock, AR
 
Xbox 360 Consoles
Xbox 360 Consoles
 

Can you use the hard drive from the old 360 with the new slimmer 360?

You can not. Being that the system is redesigned, the hard drive will no longer fit the new model. You will have to buy a transfer kit to transfer your data.
 
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15 years, 7 months ago
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   Little Rock, AR
 
Xbox 360 Consoles
Xbox 360 Consoles
 

199.99 more...???

hello my question is how much is the total price of a xbox360? and how much are the taxes that I add? to one of 199.99 I would stay in?
I believe with taxes, it will come out to about $221. That is just an estimate, but it will in that range. The tax on $100 is always around $10.
15 years, 7 months ago
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Essential
   Little Rock, AR
 
Xbox 360 Consoles
Xbox 360 Consoles
 

can you trade in a ps2 and get a xbox 360 ?

Being that the PS2 is a much older system, I doubt it. You can trade the system in towards the purchase of a 360, but it will not be much. You could always add games that you no longer want as well to drive down the price.
15 years, 7 months ago
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Essential
   Little Rock, AR
 
Xbox 360 Consoles
Xbox 360 Consoles
 

Can you transfer data from a first generation xbox 360 memory unit to the new slim xbox 360 since the hardrive is internal

Yes, you can. You will need to buy a transfer kit.
15 years, 7 months ago
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Essential
   Little Rock, AR
 
Xbox 360 Consoles
Xbox 360 Consoles
 

When will arrive XBOX 360 250 GB W/ KINECT AT BEST BUY STORE?

The Kinect will be released on November 4th, so because it is bundled with the console the bundle will not be available until November 4th.
15 years, 7 months ago
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Essential
   Little Rock, AR
 
PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3
 

Does the PS3 play PS1 and PS2 games?

I believe that the older 20GB, and 60GB models play PS2 games. Those have been discontinued for some time now, so unless you can find one second hand it is best to buy a PS2 to play PS2 games. The Slim models do not play PS2 games regardless of the GB's. All models play PS1 games though.
15 years, 7 months ago
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Essential
   Little Rock, AR
 
Xbox 360 Consoles
Xbox 360 Consoles
 

Which console system ?

I have an Xbox 360 console (120GB hard drive/ 512 mb memory unit) that no longer works. I am very interested in the new console with kinect. Are the games and controllers I currently have as well as all of the Rock Band components compatible with this new console? A co-worker offered to sell me his new, still in the box Xbox 360 250GB Limited Edition Halo: Reach Bundle.The price is good, but will I be longing for more in the future? When the console worked, we played Xbox games and Rock Band all the time. Any info or advice to help me decide?
Everything should be compatible. The only thing that will not be is the hard rive as they are a different design now if you buy a Slim model. There is a transfer kit, to transfer your files. I could be wrong but I believe with an older console, you will need to have an adapter to use Kinect with them. I own an Elite, and am not currently interested in Kinect, but a Kinect bundle might be the best solution.
15 years, 8 months ago
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Essential
   Little Rock, AR