As the Nintendo Wii enters its second year in the world, the sales continue, the dust settles (on the console, some would say incorrectly), and new possibilities lay on the horizon.
Indeed, the past two years were a whirlwind for the console, billed over and over again by its handlers in Kyoto as the everyman, woman and child’s system, thanks to its low (more…)
So you think you are a good gamer? Xbox 360 achievement points make you no longer happy? Maybe it’s time to play for keeps…
BringIt, has opened its doors to consumers and is inviting gamers to be a part of the BringIt open beta.
BringIt is a leading online site at www.BringIt.com, where video gamers can put up money to challenge other players to matches, play their favorite games, and earn prize money by winning. The service was designed with gamers in mind, delivering the next level of competitive gaming by removing physical barriers and offering an online destination where players looking for real head-to-head competition and real rewards can test their skills wherever and whenever they want.
“BringIt is going to transform the videogame landscape by (more…)
Question: What makes the PS3 (aka George Foreman Grill) so heavy?
Question: Why do you need two people to lift the Xbox 360 power brick behind your TV?
Answer: Cause these power supplies combined output 16 billion kilowatt-hours per year - as much power as it takes to power the city of San Diego for a year.
Answer: Your very own Xbox360 or PlayStation3 uses the same amount of energy as two refrigerators.
NOTE: The systems use nearly the same amount of power when they are turned on and idle as they do when you are actively playing a game or watching a movie.
Video game consoles consume a “staggeringly high” amount of energy, according to a report the Natural Resources Defense Council is released on Wednesday. Today, more than 40 percent of all homes in the United States contain at least one video game console. Recognizing that all that gaming could add up to serious demand for electricity. The comprehensive report outlines significant changes industry needs to make.
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kidthing, the online digital media player created just for kids, today announced the launch of Countdown to Christmas - a 25-day interactive holiday promotion that will bring a free holiday gift to children everywhere as they eagerly await Santa’s arrival.
As part of Countdown to Christmas, a new free game will arrive every day starting December 1 all the way up to the big day. Countdown to Christmas features classic children’s favorites as well as brand-new games and activities that kids will love – 25 in all. Santa’s Village is brought to life through rich illustrations, photography and seasonal, orchestral music. Countdown to Christmas is available now in the kidthing store through December 31.
“The entire kidthing team poured their hearts (more…)
Improve Your Health with Your Own Personal Trainer on the Wii System
My Fitness Coach is a new excercise video game exclusively for the Wii home video game system from Nintendo. Based on the original idea from ResponDesign’s Yourself! Fitness and Fitness! Lifestyle, My Fitness Coach will allow players to create, engage in and track their own fitness program. A virtual trainer, Maya, will guide players through more than 400 unique exercises, give valuable fitness advice and even provide a pep talk for extra motivation.
My Fitness Coach begins by evaluating the player’s fitness level and goal, whether it is weight loss, core body strength or even increased flexibility. Players can then choose their workout environment and music. My Fitness Coach also features a Meditation Garden where players can be guided through stretching and yoga techniques.
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The My Coach brand, part of Ubisoft’s Games for Everyone division, consists of (more…)
