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This epic release from the animated sci-fi series Star Wars: The Clone Wars includes all 20 episodes from the show's fifth season, following the heroic Jedi as they protect their peoples from deadly creatures, as well as from the ruthless Darth Mal.
 
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Still good, interesting ending
on October 7, 2014
Posted by: olanmills
This continues to be an excellent show, however, unlike a lot of other fans, I tend not to be too enthusiastic about the muti-part "epic" episodes, which I think sometimes stretch an idea out a little too long, and this season is nothing but multi-part episodes. I actually enjoyed the more self-contained episodes of earlier seasons. Still, the conclusion to Ahsoka's story is pretty good, and she has developed into such an awesome character. I do think some of the stories (especially the first one) don't really hit the right notes, at least for me. It's as if they want to be sophisticated stories, but aren't pulled off well enough, or perhaps they are torn between trying to make more sophisticated stories but also make sure that they are comprehensible and appealing to children, and so it doesn't quite come out as good as if they had just tried to execute on one aspect or the other.
The animation and designs have gotten really good too. The visuals on an HDTV are just great.
There's also a good amount of extra content, but it's not unexpected; the other seasons all provided a similar set of extra content.
My Best Buy number: 0041810613
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This show from The Cartoon Network's Adult Swim mixes both action and comedy while chronicling the well-intentioned, yet offbeat and ethically confused Venture Family as they as they combine strength, science, and an often misconstrued moral code to save the world from their arch-nemesis, a villainous butterfly-themed foe.
 
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Hilarious, as usual
on October 7, 2014
Posted by: olanmills
I don't really have much to add. This show is really funny, if you're in the right audience for it. Even though a lot of the humor and stuff doesn't depend on you knowing the previous episodes, this is Season 5. If you don't know what the show is I would not really recommend starting here.
My Best Buy number: 0041810613
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Everything changed with the arrival of the Traveler. It sparked a Golden Age when our civilization spanned our solar system, but it didn't last. Something hit us, knocked us down. The survivors built a city beneath the Traveler, and have begun to explore our old worlds, only to find them filled with deadly foes.You are a Guardian of the last safe city on Earth, able to wield incredible power. Defend the City. Defeat our enemies. Reclaim all that we have lost.
 
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Decent, but not great
on October 7, 2014
Posted by: olanmills
NOTE: for some reason Best Buy has turned my parantheses into pound signs; I can't seem to get around it
First of all, the fundamentals of this game are very well made. The shooter mechanics and the visual and aural production values are excellent. However, everything is not tied together very well.
The story comes off as kind of cheesy. The writing just isn't good enough to sell it. I guess Bungie was going for a Sci-Fi adventure where everything is so futuristic and/or alien, that things fall into the realm of fantasy, which is perfectly fine, but the writing didn't sell it well enough. It wasn't believable.
Now as for the gameplay, for the most part, it reminds me of what I don't like about MMO's, and it lacks the community/communication aspect that would make an MMO more engaging.
The missions are repetitive (and as is the nature of an MMO/persistent character building game#, you don't change weapons, gear and ability as part of a level designers vision of how you're going to be challenged throughout the game, instead, you keep the same weapons #or types of weapons# for long periods and you use them because that's what you have, and you swap them based on what you randomly find.
So #generally speaking# enemy encounters really can't be tailored with any particular challenge in mind. It's just a bunch of random shooting at stuff. It gets tiring to be honest.
I plan on completing the single player game and continuing to play as new content comes out, but I'm not really going to put effort into finding the best gear and what not, because it doesn't really allow me to do anything other than fight other enemies that are simply stronger but otherwise the same as older enemies I've already fought.
Now at this point, I should say that this type of game probably does appeal to a bunch of people out there. There is stuff to find, gear to upgrade, skills to level, and adventures to be made of your own volition. It's just that that really has to come from your own motivation and mentality. I don't think the game itself provides enough motivation to see it through if you're not already drawn to this kind of gaming.
Now that said, I did end up enjoying the multiplayer a lot more, but it is sort of an odd experience as well. The gear and abilities you earn in single player carry over to multiplayer. So it kind of sucks when you're level 7 and and some other players are like level 24 and almost literally flying around the map with magic powers that can kill players in an instant and have weapons and other special abilities that other players just don't have access to.
It kind of works itself out once you also grind the game and level up, and then you too can match them, but still it's a weird choice, and I can see a lot of players getting frustrated and abandoning the multiplayer if they try it too early.
I may have played multiplayer too much as I got to level 20 before I was even 1/3 of the way through the single player game. So that sort of might explain my earlier criticisms about the single player game. Now that I'm maxed at level 20 #you can't level up further unless you find special gear#, fighting enemies in the missions seems like a "waste" and many of the enemies aren't challenging anyway because now I have armor and weapons that outmatch them. Thus, I'm just running through, trying to complete the #unfortunately# uninteresting story.
I really don't know; maybe it will get a lot better later. I heard that the raid is pretty good, as it actually takes planning, puzzle solving, etc, but I'm not going to organize six friends outside of the game and practice for hours to do it. It's a shame they didn't have more interesting content like that in the single player.
It's kind of sad because for the most part, outside of the writing, it's a well made game. It just so happens that it's not very fun. Or perhaps it's just not for me. Maybe the game is what it needs to be. After all, I simply have never found an MMO to be fun, but lots of people enjoy them, so maybe it's just that Destiny is not for a gamer like me.
My Best Buy number: 0041810613
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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The PS4 is a graphical powerhouse, able to deliver massive game worlds with impressive clarity and detail. 8GB of RAM allows for serious multitasking potential, complementing the great apps and features that make up the PS4 experience.The PlayStation brand of consoles has an impressive history of delivering world-class exclusive games, and the trend is sure to continue with the PS4. The growing blockbuster catalog is backed by a library of free-to-play and indie games, giving you flexibility in how you pay and play.The PS4 also acts as a social hub, with several built-in features that take advantage of the social networks you're already using. The controller's Share button opens up a world of video sharing, with the option to stream your gameplay live or record it to edit and post later.PlayStation Vita owners will enjoy the connectivity that ties the two devices together, from Remote Play, which allows you to play your PS4 games on your Vita's screen over a local Wi-Fi network, to Cross-Buy, which allows you to purchase a game digitally only once and play it on both your PS4 and your Vita.All PS4 consoles will need a firmware update and must be connected to the Internet to complete the update. While your console will not always need to be connected to the Internet, a one-time connection is required for the update.Online multiplayer requires a paid PlayStation Plus membership. Some features require a broadband Internet connection; ISP fees apply.PS3 games, controllers and some accessories are not compatible with the PS4.
 
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It's a fine console, but no need to rush to buy
on October 7, 2014
Posted by: olanmills
I've never been a big fan of the PlayStation controllers, but I really like the touch pad on the new PS4 controller. I think there's a lot of cool stuff that can be done with it, and it even makes typing text a lot better.
The light on both the console and especially the light on the controller are super irritating though. I wish there was a way to turn it off.
Anyway, right now, the PS4 isn't that interesting, but eventually there will be a bunch of good games for it.
My Best Buy number: 0041810613
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Learn moreabout MagnoliaPremiumInstallation Listen to your music comfortably with these headphones that feature velour ear cushions and a twist-n-lock cable for easy use. Eargonomic Acoustic Refinement (E.A.R) technology simulates sitting in front of hi-fi speakers without space constrictions.
 
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Good quality for the right price
on October 7, 2014
Posted by: olanmills
While these are not the most expensive headphones out there, they're not exactly cheap either. The quality for the price is very good. If you're interested, watch for sales as these do go on sale from time-to-time.
The headphones are comfortable with a reasonable weight. I feel fine wearing them for a long time, though I sometimes take them after a while as your ears/head start to feel warm after being sealed in by the ear-muff-like design. The padding on the headband and on the ear pads is pretty comfortable.
The over-the-ear style is great for blocking out outside noise to a degree.
The cord is easily removeable so that you can more safely pack the headphones for storage/travel (and it also allows you to buy and use cord if you damage the cord, that way you don't need to replace the whole headphone set).
The sound quality is pretty good with a good range and decent bass production. There are more expensive headphones out there that produce better sound, but chances are that if you are not already used to those, these will sound quite good to you. The main point is that they deliver the right quality for the price.
I have used the lower-tiered HD 280 at work for over a year before I bought these HD 558s. I've had it for a few months. I've never had any problem with either of them breaking or wearing out or anything, but then again, I'm not too rough on my stuff. I do carry this around in my backpack, and they had held up fine so far.
One annoying thing is that the cord has a 6.35 mm jack. This is the larger "studio" kind of audio jack. It won't fit your phone, Nintendo 3DS, etc. However, it does include a 3.5 mm adapter, which will fit pretty much every device you have. The problem is that using the adapter makes the plug at the end of the cord a lot larger which is kind of annoying when you're using it with a protable device, like a phone or 3DS or something; it tends to get in the way. It's not an issue when you use it with something like your laptop. It does look like Sennheiser sells a replacement cord that has the 3.5 mm jack on it for $13 on their website. I'm not sure, because there's just a small picture and the size isn't specified, but I'm going to call and ask about it.
My Best Buy number: 0041810613
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Follow Faith, a daring free runner, as she fights for freedom in the city of Glass. What appears to be an elegant, high-tech city on the outside, has a terrible secret hidden within. Explore every corner from the highest beautifully lit rooftops to the dark and gritty tunnels below. The city is huge, free to roam and Faith is at the center of it all. Through the first-person perspective, combine her fluid movement and advanced combat with the city's surroundings to master the environment and uncover the conspiracy. This is Mirror's Edge for this generation, raising the bar in action-adventure games.
 
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didn't like the first one very much and this one is worse
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It would be more useful if you said why.
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Learn moreabout MagnoliaPremiumInstallation Listen to your music comfortably with these headphones that feature velour ear cushions and a twist-n-lock cable for easy use. Eargonomic Acoustic Refinement (E.A.R) technology simulates sitting in front of hi-fi speakers without space constrictions.
 

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Hi, i'm interested in this product, I've two questions.

Do I need a headphone amplifier for Ipod use?
Do you know if there are other products woth similar quialty to compare with?

Thanks so much
I would say that you don't need an amplifier to use this with iPod unless you're an audiophile.

As for comparisons, check this article:
http://lifehacker.com/5800772/how-to-choose-the-perfect-pair-of-headphones

cnet.com is also a great place to research stuff like this.
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