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- First reviewJune 2, 2009
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In a galaxy far, far away, the legend of an iconic villain grows — and you are at his right hand. Darth Vader's plan to exterminate all the Jedi has been set into action, and as the Sith Lord's Secret Apprentice, your actions will be crucial in ensuring his quest is a success. Unleash the powers of the Force as you scour the galaxy for remaining Jedi, and prepare to confront decisions that will affect not just your destiny, but that of the entire universe. In this chapter in the Star Wars saga, the path you choose may lead to an outcome that will rock your perception of Star Wars continuity down to its foundation.Experience the power of the Force like never before. In Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, you'll explore the era between Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and Episode IV: A New Hope as you toil as Darth Vader's Secret Apprentice, assisting him in his quest to rid the universe of Jedi. Wield four core Force powers against your enemies as you execute amazing, never-before-seen combos that let you not just Force grip enemies, but Force grip them in midair, zap them with lightning, then drop them to the ground and make them explode like bombs. Incredible new technology brings the story and action to life with stunning realism. With the debut of Digital Molecular Matter from Pixelux and NaturalMotion Ltd.'s euphoria behavioral simulation engine, you'll experience both environmental objects and interactive characters that move and behave just like they would in real life, from wood that breaks and splinters like actual wood to characters that think and act adaptively just like real human beings, producing different outcomes every time. The result is an incredible, immersive gaming experience in which your every act delivers real consequences. The Star Wars universe will never be the same.
Customer Rating
4
Wiggle waggle!
on June 30, 2009
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
When the Nintendo Wii came out I though to myself: the Wii remote would make the perfect lightsaber controller. Well, it is not perfect, but it gets you close to it. However, the controls for this game requires too much waggling: wiggle the nunchuck and you control force powers; wiggle the remote and you control your lightsaber. During boss fights the game asks you to wiggle either. That said, I suppose the controls feel more natural than, say, pushing buttons on a classic controller. Boss fights can be a pain and repetitive - if you don't follow on screen wiggles precisely.
Nonetheless, the game itself is fun and engaging. Worth the $20 price.
What's great about it: Finally, wield your game controller like a lightsaber.
What's not so great: Too much waggling of the Wii remote needed.
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SynopsisFinally there's a game that friends, kids and parents can enjoy together — Smarty Pants. This trivia showdown proves once and for all who's the brainiest one in the bunch. This intelligent game for Nintendo Wii tracks each answer and adjusts the difficulty level for each player, so questions aren't too easy or too hard. Knowledge is only part of this equation; you'll still need to use the unique Wii gestures to spin the category wheel, engage in tugs-of-war over correct answers and dance for additional points.Smarty Pants features 20,000 questions that are sorted according to players' ages in order to level the playing field. Use the interactive Wii Remote to crank the spinner, raise your hand and perform other movements that get your body moving and grooving. In addition, each category is fully localized with country-appropriate content for North America, the UK, France, Germany, Spain or Italy. Up to four friends or family members can play at once in the fast-paced, quick-fire Versus mode or team-based co-op play. Get your mind and your muscles in gear and get ready to show everyone who is the Smarty Pants in your family.
Customer Rating
4
Great fun!
on June 29, 2009
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
I agree with most of what others have said. This is a great kid-friendly game that can be a bit hard for really young players. Here's a tip for playing with the youngsters: older players should enter as the same ages as the youngest ones, this way the game will always ask questions targeted to the youngsters. You'd be surprised at the questions that can stump you at this age level.
We played this game at many a family game night. Highly recommended at $20.
What's great about it: Great fun for family game night.
What's not so great: Can be hard for really young players. Tip below.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Crazy criminals run wild in Gotham City. Only two champions — Batman and Robin — step out of the shadows to defend the innocent. This time they're stepping out as LEGO characters, bringing the fun-filled colors and charm of LEGO to the action-packed thrills of Batman. Heroes, villains, vehicles and settings all come to life in the unique LEGO style. Prepare for crime-fighting in a whole new way as you head out as the Dynamic Duo.In LEGO Batman: The Videogame, you'll be able to build and control amazing vehicles, including the LEGO Batmobile, LEGO Batboat and LEGO Batwing. Play the game as Batman or his sidekick Robin, swooping through the streets of Gotham City to apprehend the Joker and other evildoers and return them to Arkham Asylum. For a change of pace, engage in a life of villainy as one of a multitude of sinister criminals, including Catwoman and Penguin, and defeat the Caped Crusader once and for all. Utilize exciting gadgets and weapons that are unique for each character. With LEGO Batman, the next exciting adventure is only a stackable block away.
Customer Rating
5
Good game. Great price!
on June 28, 2009
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
I can't believe Lego Batman is $20 now. I got this last Christmas for $50, but even at that price this game is worth it. I would say this game is as good as Lego Star Wars -- lots of levels, puzzles and "special" powers. Of course the cuteness of the game is always a plus, but the game play is great too. As with the other Lego adventure games, after you've played it twice it gets boring - once to get through the story, and twice to get all the bonuses. But at $20, I'd highly recommend this even for non-fans.
What's great about it: Fans of the Lego adventures games will love the price.
What's not so great: Doesn't stand up to repeated plays.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisYou faced down a pit of snakes in pursuit of the Ark of the Covenant. You rode along on the insane mine car chase to recover the magical stones. You were there with him every step of the way, including that one terrifying step into the void of the canyon, as he sought the Holy Grail. Now Indiana Jones is preparing for his greatest adventure yet — one that involves everything you've known and loved about Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. The only difference is that Indy's gone LEGO.LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures combines all the action and excitement of the Indiana Jones series with the quirky fun and creativity of LEGO. Join Indy as he pursues whip-cracking adventures across the globe, from the mountains of India to the jungles of South America. Relive some of your favorite moments from the films, including the heart-pounding boulder run that started it all. Immerse yourself in fully-realized LEGO environments as you swim through dangerous currents, climb sheer precipices and shimmy across rock ledges. Repel your enemies with whatever weapons you can find close at hand, including chairs, guns and bottles. And just like real LEGOs, you can mix and match characters' body parts for new dimensions of fun — just imagine the creative possibilities of characters such as Sallah Scott and Mola Round. With LEGO Indiana Jones, you're in for a thrill ride like you've never imagined — hold onto your hat.
Customer Rating
4
Good Lego adventure game
on June 27, 2009
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
I'm glad these Lego adventure games are getting cheaper. My family bought this game for me last year for $50. Though not as great as Lego Star Wars or Lego Batman, this game is good fun for a fan of either the Lego adventure games or of the Indiana Jones movies.
What's great about it: Price! Nice adventure game.
What's not so great: Doesn't hold up to repeated playing.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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If you've never experienced the adventure, action and minifigure humor of the LEGO Star Wars series, here's your chance. Commemorate the 30th anniversary of the legendary intergalactic tale with LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga, which contains the events of all six Star Wars movies. New levels, characters, customizations and features add a fresh gameplay experience for LEGO Star Wars veterans, while puzzle solving, teamwork and the game's unique signature humor keep newbies coming back for more. No matter what part of the universe you hail from, this massive title has something for everyone to enjoy.Play as exciting new characters, such as Watto, Zam Wessell, Boss Nass and many more, and create and operate your own vehicle with every Prequel Trilogy character. Explore the silliness of the force with the improved Character Customizer, which allows you to criss-cross characters and create new personalities, such as Han Windu and Lando Amidala. Take on the new Mos Espa Podrace and Gun Cavalry levels of LEGO Star Wars II, and discover new bonus levels and 10 additional Bounty Hunter missions that add depth to the story. Wield enhanced Force powers, earn new powerups and enter a new Challenge mode. Thrill to the special elements designed for the Nintendo Wii console, such as motion-sensitive inputs that enable you to control your LEGO Star Wars characters in entirely new ways. Plus, take a peek at the behind-the-scenes footage of the included bonus video, The Building of LEGO Star Wars.
Customer Rating
5
One of my favorite Wii games.
on June 26, 2009
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
This game is really best played by one player. It is an adventure game with lots of puzzles to solve and enemies to dispense with. This game is also best played twice: once to get through the cuteness of the story; and a second time to get all the bonuses (bricks, unlockables and whatnot). After that, it doesn't really stand up to a casual gamer who just wants a quick fun game. The game is relatively easy with unlimited lives and simple, repetitive puzzles (hence 3 stars for "Challenge")-- sure I would get stuck at a couple of particularly hard puzzles, but I eventually get through it.
That said, I really love this game -- but maybe that's because I am a Star Wars fanboy at heart. In our household there are two types who play this game: 1. Me - a 34-year old kid who wants to relive the Star Wars movies, and who enjoys adventure games; and 2. my two nephews, ages 8 and 9, who just want to destroy everything in sight.
What's great about it: Everything! Especially for a Star Wars fanboy as myself.
What's not so great: Doesn't really hold up to repeated playing.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Cook flavorful meals quickly with this pressure cooker that features a large 4-quart capacity. The pop-up pressure indicator, cool-touch handles and heavy-duty locking lid allow safe operation.
Customer Rating
5
Pressure cooker changed our lives!
on June 21, 2009
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
I'm quite surprised that Best Buy if offering this awesome product, since it is non-electric. But I just wanted to say that a pressure cooker makes cooking so much easier -- or so my wife tells me, since I can't cook; and so much faster -- this I can definitely attest to.
I've actually used this same brand/model pressure cooker at my previous job at a research laboratory for antigen retrieval of epitopes for immunohistochemistry.
But be it for work or home, this product is built to last. Perhaps the only downside is that the interior stains easily and cleanup (which is my contribution to the kitchen chores) can be tough and requires much elbow grease.
Every home needs one of these!
What's great about it: Cooks our food fast.
What's not so great: Clean up can be tough.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Listen to your favorite jams on your MP3 player using these earbud headphones that feature 8.5mm drivers and neodymium magnets for crisp, clear audio and soft memory foam ear cushions for comfortable wearing during long listening sessions.
Customer Rating
5
Noise-cancelling and durable, comfortable for some
on June 19, 2009
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
My wife actually got this for herself, but it was uncomfortable for her so she stopped using it. In the meantime, I go through headphones/earphones like it was candy. I found these blue JVC earphones one day and I decided to give it a try -- going on 2 years later, these earphones continue to last.
These earphones are quite comfortable, I regularly wear them on my hourly commute to and from work/home. They cut out background noise well -- perfect for commuting on buses and trains, or for shutting out distractions when I'm working or studying.
Importantly, they sound great. I can hear a wide range without having to crank my iPod's volume to max -- which makes my ear drums and ear doctor happy.
The best thing about this product is its durability -- it gets yanked, pulled, wrapped around my iPod, stuffed into my jeans pocket and my bag -- and it keeps on going. For roughly $20 this is a great buy.
What's great about it: Cuts out ambient sound well; continues to last going on 2 years; cheap!
What's not so great: Comfortable fit for me, not so for my wife.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
Comfort
4
Durability
5
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Carry your laptop and other items conveniently in this SwissGear Synergy backpack. The padded laptop compartment protects your computer from bumps and dings, and the easily accessible Quick Pocket is perfect to store your essentials. The internal and external zippered pockets in this gray SwissGear Synergy backpack offer ample storage space for your business and personal items, and the shock-absorbing shoulder straps provide long-lasting comfort.
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
This backpack is near-perfect. I've tried out a number of cheaper ones but this has outlasted them all. First and most important, it stores and protects my laptop well. I take this backpack with me everyday, everywhere I go -- on my daily commute on buses and trains, as well as longer trips on planes where it counts as my carry-on.
It has a lot of compartments to fit everything I need daily: laptop accessories such as a mouse, cables, external hard drive, iPod, chargers, AC power adapter; my school stuff: notebooks, pens, the occasional book; extra change of clothes, lunch box, mini-umbrella -- the point is that there are enough zippered compartments to be able to store all of the above and more, and still keep everything organized.
The only downside is its width/bulk - it seems to keeps its width/bulk whether I pack in everything I mentioned above, or pack nothing at all. I wish this had an adjustable strap on its sides to reduce its width when it is called for. Other than that, this backpack is an excellent buy. I've very happy with it.
What's great about it: It stores everything I need. Great protection for my laptop.
What's not so great: Bulky. Expensive but worth the price.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Durability
5
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Whether you're in the office or on the road, take along this AC adapter to power your laptop wherever you are.
Customer Rating
2
Bad, but not as bad as other reviewers say.
on June 16, 2009
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
I will echo what other reviewers have said: this is a bad product made worse by its extremely high price. I do not recommend that people buy this at the regular price (~$80). However, this product indeed does what it is supposed to do: it charges my laptop.
The original power adapter that came with my HP dv4000 laptop broke after a year, so I first bought a cheap universal AC adapter off Amazon. That lasted only about 6 months, so I decided to spend the extra $$$ to buy this HP-brand power adapter thinking it will be higher quality. While this product indeed charges my laptop it is showing signs of breaking soon. What makes this a bad product is that the connections between its pieces are loose that it comes off easy -- a little tug and it pulls apart, often I don't even notice the adapter has come apart until my laptop goes into hibernation mode.
I'm just waiting for this product to stop working. When it does but I won't buy it again.
What's great about it: Charges my laptop.
What's not so great: Connections are loose and come off easy.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
2
Ease of Use
2
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Nearly 1,000 notebook computers are stolen everyday - protect your notebook computer and its valuable data with this affordable security product.
Customer Rating
4
Works as advertised.
on June 11, 2009
Posted by: DocZeuhl
from Boston, MA
I was going off to graduate school and I knew I will be lugging my laptop around with me to the libraries, classrooms, various labs, and finally to my thesis lab. I I needed a way to secure my laptop, so I went to Best Buy, found the cheapest cable lock on sale that week and picked up this product. Four years and two laptops later, I am still using this cable lock. I am paranoid about leaving my laptop at work/lab overnight so I bring it home and back to work with me everyday, yes, that means even on most weekends and holidays because... well, I'm a grad student. So I have been attaching and detaching this cable almost everyday for four years and it has not failed me.
I liked that the cable is long because I am also securing an iMac G5 (which has that big hole in the back stand) as well as my laptop.
After 4 years the lock casing is showing signs of wear as the casing is coming slightly loose. If it does break, I will likely go back to Best Buy and get the cheapest cable lock on sale that week -- I have no reason to prefer this brand over others. I only wish these cable locks did not cost so much, but at ~$40 it is a good price for piece of mind.
What's great about it: Fits and secures my laptop at work/school. Long cable.
What's not so great: Casing got kinda loose after 4 years of daily use.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Durability
3
Performance
5
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