Monday, December 31, 2007

Violent Games - The Top 5 by Johny Rider

5. Mortal Kombat

The one that started it all. While it may seem pixelated and dated now, it was undoubtedly the most violent video game of its time. Spawning a huge fanbase, a movie, and a plethora of sequels, most of us have probably played Mortal Kombat in at least one form of another.

Who can forget pulling in a victim with Scorpions snapping beak; "Get over here!" while following it up with a gruesome uppercut. The game used real life actors and mapped their faces onto sprites, creating a pretty strange yet realistic effect which made it all the more awesome when Sub Zero ripped someones head off, leaving their spine dangling below. Fatality!

4. Carmageddon

Originally released in 1997, this is an oldie but goldie. It's still a thoroughly enjoyable game and was a breakthrough in its time with video scenes from inside the car and real world physics.

Think Mad Max on steroids and you'll start to get a feel for Carmageddon which is set in a post apocalyptic world where the car rules. The idea is to race against a handful of other modified death cars through various levels, including deserts, industrial areas and populated cities, all to the tune of Fear Factories Demanufacture album (hell yes!). However, if you don't feel like racing you can hunt down and destroy your enemies one by one until you're the only survivor. Amongst all this, not only can you run over pedestrians, but you're actively encouraged to do so, gaining extra time and credits for combo bonuses and "artist impressions" (which you get by utterly mangling a pedestrian).

Carmageddon caused media scandal when it first launched and in most countries a "safe" version was released with zombies, robots or aliens instead of people. In some countries the game was banned completely. None of this stops it from being an absolute classic and the first go-anywhere 3D driving game which spawned 2 successful sequels.

3. Thrill Kill

Originally called S & M for Slaughter and Mutilation, Thrill Kill for PlayStation was never released, it was axed 2 weeks before it was due to go out. EA said that they didn't want to "publish such a senselessly violent game" and stated it was so offensive that they wouldn't sell the game to another publisher either. Fortunately for us former employees of EA released it onto the internet which are still available.

Incredibly simple, Thrill Kill consisted of only a single room where up to 4 opponents fight to the death. The usual life bar is replaced with a kill meter, which grows as you do more damage to your opponent, eventually you're able to activate Thrill Kills which were always awesomely brutal, sometimes sexual, moves like dismemberment, mutilation, cattle prods down the throat or crushing skulls with stilts. Oh yes. One of Cleetus' lethal finishing moves was to tear the head off his opponent and drink the blood that leaked out of his victim's severed neck. The story goes that the 8 characters all led devious lives and died in various ways, have gone to hell. A modern day hell which reflects todays real life. Marukka, the God of Secrets has pitted them against each other, promising to give rebirth to the one survivor. Each character is battling for self-preservation and the hope to be born again.

Cleetus, for example, is a redneck cannibal. The only victim that he didn't eat escaped minus a leg, which Cleetus carries around for good luck (and occasionally uses as a weapon). Dr. Faustus, a master surgeon, died from an infection after installing his stainless steel jaws, made from a bear trap.

Oddball was a top FBI agent who hunted down serial killers. He began to admire them and slowly slipped into insanity. Oddball is extremely intelligent, cunning, and without remorse. Pity, sympathy, and compassion have no meaning to him. Although his arms are bound in his cozy little straight jacket, he has learned to adapt, as any good predator should.

2. Postal 2

One feature in Postal 2 is the ability to pick up cats as an inventory item. When used, the player shoves the barrel of the currently equipped firearm into the cat's anus, as a 'silencer'. Every time a shot is fired, the cat meows in apparent agony, and the gunshot is muffled. After several shots the cat will be killed and will fly from the end of the weapon.

Any game where you can use a cat as a silencer has to be worth mentioning. Highly violent, both Postal and Postal 2 met with much protest from various activist groups. However, the Running With Scissors software company who created the series responded by saying that the amount of violence in the game is entirely dependent upon the player. In fact, it's actually possible (though very difficult) to complete the entire game without harming anyone.

The game is split from Monday to Friday and the tasks are simple things on a to-do list like 'Cash Paycheck', 'Confess sins', 'Get milk', etc. To accomplish these seemingly simple tasks, the player can chose to be peaceful or utterly, all out violent with unique gameplay changes for each choice.Some violent features include the ability to decapitate people with shovels, and then kick their heads around or play fetch with a dog, cops who beat innocent NPCs to death with batons, even if the NPC surrenders and begs for mercy and setting fire to people with gasoline, matches, napalm and moltov cocktails.Not content with just being violent, Postal 2 is also pretty disgusting. You have the ability to urinate on people, causing them to vomit in disgust. You can also urinate on food items which are then eaten and regurgitated by cops. Using an Antrhax-filled cow's head as a weapon causes victims to vomit blood. Oh and you can also stun gun people til they cower in fear and urinate themselves..Featuring ATF, SWAT, the National Guard, psycho butchers, religious cults, the Taliban and Gary Coleman, Postal 2 has earned itself a violent and revolting reputation and is illegal in at least 3 countries.

1. Manhunt

Quite possibly the most violent game in the list, Manhunt revolves around James Earl Cash who has been sentenced to death by lethal injection. His injection is replaced with a sedative and Cash is abducted by a wealthy Hollywood director. The director has a thing for Snuff flicks and sets up Cash as his latest star, butchering local gangs on film in the most violent and horrific ways possible.

The director communicates with Cash via an earpiece and security cameras record his murders. For extra points the player must carry out more gruesome kills. These range from suffocation by plastic bag, decapitation, jamming a crowbar in the enemys skull, etc.

Manhunt was banned outright in several countries when it was launched and later in the UK the game was linked to an actual murder case of a 14 year old, Stefan Pakeerah by a 17 year old, Warren Leblanc. Stefans mother claimed that Leblanc had been obsessed with Manhunt after he pleaded guilty in court and as such most vendors in the UK removed Manhunt from their stocks. This led to a significant increased demand from other retailers and internet auction sites. Police denied any link, but it still strikes a chilling cord. Especially when you consider that Leblanc murdered his friend by stabbing him with a claw hammer, identical to an execution shown in Manhunt.



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Saturday, December 22, 2007

Finding More Free Games Online

Finding free online games to play online is both fun and easy to do. Check out these latest games that you can play online absolutely free of charge!

Check out Samurai Warrior, you can play it for free online. Banzai! Straight out of the Mortal Combat and the popular, Street Fighter genres, Samurai Warrior is quite simple, small and a boring game, that does not have anything to offer except, six characters, having varying statistics, at the most even if you did want to play the game, it would take you 15 minutes to play, the 36 different combinations you can play with. Samurai Warrior’s graphics, which are good, are wasted because of its extinct game play. You get three locations, as a backdrop, to fight in. Samurai Warrior also has a training level, where you can try out your moves, but again it goes wasted, since the game does not offer any kind of amusement at all.

Jacks Bar is also another great game you can enjoy online. “Give that man, a beer!” - Jack’s Bar, although not a new concept, the game does offer some fun. Jacks Bar has a plausible and a fast paced game play. The original bar tender and owner, has left you in charge for the next five minutes. Customers come and go, in four rows, you have to serve them and catch the empty glasses that they throw back. Jacks Bar’s game play although effortless, is fast paced; you have to be on your feet. If you are not able to catch a single empty mug of beer or for that matter cannot serve a full one, to one of your customer’s, you lose and the game is over. Jacks Bar is more of a strategy cum arcade game, you do have to strategize, about whom are you going to serve next and whom are you going pick up the tab from, next. Making these decisions may seem easy, but making them at a lightning speed, is a little confusing and you being human are bound to drop a mug or two.

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Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Free Online Flash And Shockwave Games - An Overview

Experiencing exponential growth and refinement, hand in hand with the popularity and prevalence of Internet and computers all over the world - free online games present themselves as a happening industry, which is tempting, exciting and addictive at the user end.

The free online games are either flash or shockwave based, to allow instant play access to a user online. The user can also choose to download the games at his / her discretion, to suit his / her convenience and preference. These free games are equally enjoyable online at a click’s instance, as they are after being downloaded on the hard disk of a user’s system.

The industry, offering free flash and shockwave online games on multitude of websites, has evolved to an extent that the variety and themes of the games are almost exhaustive. The superior quality of bright and colorful graphics, in combination with matching sound effects, renders the game mind-boggling and thrilling.

A first time visitor feels so enthralled to witness the wide expanse of these games, closing in at many of his/ her choicest of themes. So much so that he/ she cannot resist going through an absorbing experience of trying at least one of the games, and an eventual promise to return back many more times, in the faithful pursuit of passion for interactive entertainment.

Most of the people find these free of cost online flash and shockwave games so engrossing that they deliberately end up locking themselves within the lazy confines of their home or internet café to play these games without disturbance for hours together, eyes glued to their computer screens and hands undetachable from the keyboard/ mouse.

What's more, the widespread appeal of these games touches all age groups, right from the budding toddlers to the well-groomed adults. Many players tend to spend days and nights hooked-on to these flash and shockwave games, as these avail an unparalleled opportunity to play all the regular parlor games plus some new ones, sitting at home, costing only the Internet connection and electricity bill.

The wide variety of free online flash and shockwave games available on net may be broadly classified into action and adventure games, arcade games, board games, card games, casino games, puzzle games, word games, strategy games, sports games, detective theme based games, shooting games et al.

Though shooting games can be clubbed with action and adventure games, their distinct popularity commands them specific mention. Further, while all types of online games have their own share of patrons and fans, the most popular are the board games, which are basically online versions of certain traditional board games, including Chess, Literati, Dominoes and Monopoly. What is more, a surfeit of websites specializes in casino-based games to constitute a separate commercial entity, popularly termed as the 'Online Casino Industry'.

These games have a magical influence on the players, as the realistic graphics and sound stimuli absorb the players in their own world, be it a Hollywood show or a casino in Las Vegas or a deck of the sunken Titanic. Most of these online games boast of being multi-player games that add a taste of virtual competition to the entire ambiance of the game in question. The competition element renders the playing experience much more exciting and enjoyable.

The online flash and shockwave games are also believed to be beneficial for the players, as these enhance competitive spirit, sportsmanship and inculcate some indispensable qualities, like ability to work hard, patience and perseverance. Certain games also improve the reflexes of the player. Strategy games help in developing thinking.

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Monday, December 17, 2007

Nintendo Wii Freeloader - Quickly And Easily Play Your Gamecube

Any hard core gamers knows that many of the best games - or at
least the most unique games, come right out of Japan. Most of
these games never see the light of day in the United States or
Europe and gamers are left wanting and drooling for games
they'll never have the chance to play. At least that was the
case with the Gamecube and now also with the Nintendo Wii. Then
along came a little disc called the Freeloader, that allowed any
Gamecube to play any Japanese game with ease, with no mod chip
required and no need to open your console.

Why do I mention Gamecube and Wii playing import games? Simply
because the Nintendo Wii is also compatible with every single
Gamecube Game, including the FreeLoader disc. Because the
Nintendo Wii can boot Gamecube Discs / games, you can also load
the Freeloader and finally take advantage of all of the great
Import games on the market. The Nintendo Wii Freeloader is a
disc, that allows any Wii owner to play import Gamecube games
without a mod chip. As you may have guessed, the Freeloader was
not actually manufactured for the Nintendo Wii, but was instead
a product that has been out for several years (with various
updates) for the Nintendo Gamecube. Since the Wii can play
Gamecube games and is backwards compatible, it will also load
the FreeLoader on any Wii console allowing you to play any
region Gamecube game with ease.

Now, if this were just any kind of disc, I wouldn't write a
review on it. And often times, when I talk about import games,
people ask me why I would want to play games that are all in
Japanese and can't be played anyway. Or ask me what the big
deal is with these games from Japan. The fact of the matter is,
over 60% of Japanese import games can be played with no problem.

I'm a big fan or racing games and some of the BEST racing games
for Gamecube have only been released in Japan. The same would
go for first person shooters. But more than that, some of the
games are just so very unique, so well designed, that you must
try them. You'll immediately become an import game fan once you
do.

Regardless of the genre of games you like. By being able to
play import games, you're actually expanding your software
library, or at least the available selection by thousands of
additional games. Many of these games you won't hear about at
your local Blockbuster, or in magazine. But online review sites
like IGN.com or GameSpot.com have entire sections devoted to
import games and import gaming, because there are a tremendous
amount of great games available.

This brings us back to the Freeloader. The Freeloader was
developed by Datel as a means to cut out the need for installing
a mod chip in your Gamecube console to have access, and the
ability to play these games. Before the Freeloader, you would
need to install a Gamecube Mod Chip like the Xeno Gamecube or
the Viper Gamecube chip to play your import and personally
backed up games. While the Freeloader won't let you play backup
games, it will effortlessly allow you to play Import games from
any region on any Gamecube.

I want to also say that this is NOT an article to promote the
Freeloader as the next best thing since sliced The Legend Of
Zelda for the Gamecube or Nintendo Wii. If you're not into
Japanese games, or import games in general, and have no interest
in them, then the Freeloader is not for you. It doesn't offer
any extras or advantages for any Nintendo Wii or Gamecube owner
who is happy to just play the offering of games available in
their own country. Its sole purpose is to allow gamers like
myself, and tens of thousands of others, to enable the playing
of Import games. While I am stressing just Japanese games in
this article as they are my own personal favorite. European
gamers can also play the latest games released only in the USA
on their PAL Gamecube or Nintendo Wii systems as well. Gamecube
import games are not just from Japan. If you're a fan or Rally
racing games, many of the best games in that genre are released
in the UK and Europe.

Just how do you use the Gamecube Freeloader on the Nintendo
Wii? First of all, think of it as a Nintendo Wii Freeloader.
Insert the disc into your Nintendo Wii just as you would your
Gamecube, and then select it from your Wii Dashboard. It'll
load up, and you'll be greeted by the Freeloader main menu,
where you'll have several selections. While it isn't loaded
with features that'll blow you away - that is exactly the reason
it's so easy to use. I suppose there aren't really a slew of
features you could pack in to software that is intended to do
just one thing - play import video games. We can thank the
simplicity and ease of use due to the few options it has.

The Freeloader is easy to use, both on the Gamecube and the
Nintendo Wii console. You simply put the disc in the Gamecube
or your Nintendo Wii, wait for it to load and then pick the map
representing the region you want to play. You'll then have to
eject the disc from your Nintendo Wii, or open the Gamecube lid,
and take out the Freeloader, put in the game you want to play
and it will just load for you. It couldn't get any easier
really.

In closing, the Freeloader for the Gamecube or Nintendo Wii is
meant to do one thing, and one thing only. It does it with ease
and work perfectly each and every time. It's not intended to do
anything else. Comparing it to other software or add ons for
either the Gamecube or the Nintendo Wii would be pointless. If
you want to start getting the latest import games without having
to wait until the hit the local market - if they ever do at all,
then the Freeloader is the easiest and cheapest way to get you
started.

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Saturday, December 15, 2007

Online Stock Trading Games

The best way to learn online stock trading is to actually do it - in a game, that is. Before you invest top dollar in the real deal, try online stock trading games first. These games simulate the stock market very realistically. You can develop a lot of investor insight and tactics just from losing and winning.

Benefits of Online Stock Trading

Online stock trading games have been very successful in creating awareness of and raising interest in investing. In fact, even younger people who play the games - particularly teenagers - have shown heightened financial management skills. In fact, educators are now looking at online stock trading games as possible study aids. Many schools and universities have either incorporated -or are planning to very soon incorporate- games into economics and finance classes.

Easy to Use

Anyone can play online stock trading games. Just sign up for a free mock account, and you can start dealing like a pro, too. You can easily set up a virtual stocks and shares portfolio, spread betting, or CFD or Forex trading portfolio. After this, you can instantly compete against your friends or anyone else in the mock trading competitions. You can even join competitive leagues. The games are available not only for personal computers, but also for portable mobile devices such as wireless Internet-capable personal digital assistants and even cellular phones.

Offline Stock Trading Games

If you are not particularly technologically savvy, do not worry - there are also more "traditional" stock trading games available for you. These games look much like regular card games - you trade your cards (as stocks) with the aim of cornering a specific stock market (getting all the stock cards). The games come complete with trading rules and even trading how-to's. They are usually inexpensive - most are available for under $15. [http://www.e-OnlineStockTrading.com]Online Stock Trading provides detailed information on Online Stock Trading, Online Stock Trading Companies, Free Online Stock Trading, Online Stock Trading Games and more. Online Stock Trading is affiliated with [http://www.e-OnlineFuturesTrading.com]Futures Trading Online Analysis.

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Thursday, December 13, 2007

Online Bingo Games and Play Bingo Free Online from the comfort of your home. by James Murray

Online bingo and the variety of bingo games has taken the whole world by storm and is especially big in the UK. In the comfort of your own home, online bingo allows bingo players to enjoy all the excitement and fun of your local bingo halls in a secure and very safe environment. As you play online bingo you will come to realize that you probably do not have to leave your house again to play at bingo halls. One of the biggest advantages is that you come in contact with bingo players from all over the world not just in your local area where you live like at the local bingo hall or church. Online bingo casinos are conveniently available right at your fingertips and they offer a great variety of online bingo games and plus offer many online bingo promotions that will provide you with free cash, bingo cards, bonuses, which will ensure hours of fun and entertainment.

Online bingo sites offer something for everyone, available 24/7 access to the World Wide Web with friendly customer service representatives and it does not matter if your a seasoned bingo player or if you are new to online bingo. Online bingo sites offer a very realistic bingo hall experience, you can easily log on to your favorite bingo site and they have some of the best online bingo software available on the planet. Online bingo games are very simple and easy to play at these sites. Online bingo casinos have multiple chat rooms and offer a number of online bingo rooms to choose from. Is there a better way for bingo lovers to unwind and relax at the end of a busy and hectic workday?

Online bingo sites offer lots of bingo content, which allows bingo lovers to increase their knowledge about the bingo games they play online. You will find Bingo Glossaries, Bingo Lingo, Bingo Calls and Bingo Strategies on most bingo sites, this information is very useful for bingo newbies as well as the seasoned bingo regulars. There are many online bingo sites to choose from today, and it is important for the bingo players to find a safe and reliable bingo site. By trying their free online games and choosing the bingo site that offers the most fun, the most enjoyment and allows you to have an exciting bingo experience. Be part of an online bingo community today and join. Get playing online bingo for free today and enjoy the online bingo game experience.



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Tuesday, December 11, 2007

Free Computer Games

When the computer game revolution began, users were enthralled
with the amazing new technology, but not so much with the
selection. The industry was young, and there were relatively
few computer games to choose from. Then, as popularity grew and
technology advanced, the number of available computer games
began to increase.

Today, entire teams of programmers, game designers, musicians
and artists collaborate to make the industry fun, exciting and
profitable. There are literally thousands of themes and titles
readily available for virtually every imaginable genre. Game
prices average at $40 or more. Big marketers of computer games
now offer "shareware", or sample software that lets users try it
before they buy it.

Another money-saving option for compute game fans is the option
to play games online for free. There are so many free computer
games available to play online, it's guaranteed that you'll find
something you like. From basic to advanced, easy to skilled,
classic titles to hot new releases, you'll find what you need
for some free fun online. There are so many titles available
online, you have to wonder why they are there for free.

Hundreds of free computer games are online. Here is just a
sample of what's available to download or play:

* America's Army: Your mission is to surpass the rainbow six
series. The subject of this online computer game is about
busting terrorists.

* Beneath a Steel Sky: An outstanding racing game with
interesting details to keep the player occupied.

* Colossus: Powerful mythical creatures capture player's
hearts. Kids to college geeks.

* Falcon's Eye: Great graphics. You don't want to miss any of
these details.

* Grand Theft Auto (and its sequels): This game conquered the
world big time, and it's available free online.

* Orbiter: A space shuttle fight simulator that can handle
anything on earth, or in outer space. Interesting effects.

* Return to Castle Wolfenstein: Thirty-two players battle in
a campaign pitting their skills against each other. Part of the
game is the introduction of new characters that are vital to the
teamwork that is a part of the game.

* Stair Dismount and Truck Dismount: This is an insane game
that keeps players preoccupied. Do the most possible damage to a
crash test dummy by placing it in front of a speeding truck or
kicking it down a flight of stairs.

* Steel Panthers; World at War: This may be the best tactical
game about WWII.

Here are some other free computer games that are worth looking
into:

* Ancient Domains of Mystery Pekka Kana 2, and Abuse 2: Games
for side scrolling action lovers.

* The Ardennes Offensive: Great interface, good strategy.
Vantage Master Online--Free computer game on RPG.

* Little Fighter 2: A little fighter gets involved in big
battles.

* Notrium: Solve puzzles to escape a hostile planet.

* Stick Soldiers 2: Not the most sophisticated graphics, but
still a great play.

* Wazza: Perfect for anyone who wants to play like an outer
space pirate.

Every computer game that becomes available has a market segment
that it aims to capture. Depending on how they're perceived,
every game offers good play. The best part is, now you don't
have to buy every game that interests you. Sooner or later, it
can come out in the free computer games section.

Personal computers are constantly being upgraded to be faster,
stronger and with better video and sound capabilities. These
upgrades are not to help people in their occupations or daily
tasks, but to be able to handle all of the new game software
that's constantly hitting the market.

When a new game becomes available that you just can't wait to
try, hold on for just a little while. It will soon be available
to play free on your computer, and with today's advanced
technology, it will definitely be worth the wait.

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Monday, December 10, 2007

Over 3500 Free Online Games at ActiveGamez by IC

Due to the wide variety easy access online games are booming with popularity. Year after year, game designers and programmers keep coming with new and improved versions which create a great buzz in the online gaming community. We are living in an age of computers and every house has computer except for the few, so it is only natural that more and more people connect to the internet who besides looking for information want to get away from reality for just a few moments, this is why online games have become so popular; their addictive nature is impressive so new technologies have emerged to support all of these platforms.

The number one priority for any online gamer is to install the appropriate software which will allow them to play games online without any complication, such applications are Java (run time environment) and Shockwave (Flash player). In addition to it the fall in the price on computers has also opened the doors for those who want good looking games online and can't afford to buy a dedicated gamin console (PSP, PS2-3, XBOX, etc) since they are all priced very high.

The advantage of online games over those bought at stores is that they are already installed in online servers which eliminates the problem of having to download a huge file and install it on your PC just to realize that it consumes almost all of your system resources.

An online game is generally played against the computer, which is usually the best way of becoming skillful and good at a particular game. Playing against the computer is the best option for newbies, as the games can be played at your own pace. Furthermore, whenever you have questions about that certain game, a wide set of rules and tips are available online. What's more, games get more and more challenging as your skills required to advance to the next level improve, because all online games have several levels of difficulty.

Not all online games are played against an inanimate object (computer) but they can also be played within a community, which makes things a lot better in terms of entertainment and networking. Online game sites which offer the a way to become part of a community tend to deliver a lot more compared to "static" gaming sites. The most popular categories are: SIMS (simulation games: dating, action, etc), action games and strategy games. It all depends on your tastes and sense of adventure, so you owe it to yourself to give them a try!



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How to Choose a Gaming Laptop by Martin Davies

Laptops traditionally have been a no go area for gamers. However, in recent years times have changed, from a business man play toy in the 1990s the next generation of gaming laptops have the raw power to cope with the most hungry of 3d gaming and graphic intensive software applications.
With the obvious advantage of unique portability the gaming laptop is certain to gain a big slice in the gaming hardware market in the next few years with many PC users opting for a more versatile approach to playing PC games and the booming market of online games. Technology is changing even month by month but by reading the guide you should be able to grasp the basic understanding of what you should be looking for when choosing a gaming laptop.

Processor Power
The engine of any laptop. The processor or CPU is one of the most vital components of a gaming laptop and you should be looking for a duel core processor, expensive yes but will stand you in good stead in the forthcoming months. If you cannot afford a duel core then a minimum of a 1.8mhz processor is what you should be looking at.

Random Access Memory (RAM)
Often overlooked and forgotten about, RAM combined with the processor is pivotal in a gaming laptop. The bottom line is if you have a cutting edge CPU but only 256mb of RAM or even 512mb then you are seriously limiting your gaming laptop performance. Go for at least 1mb of RAM and even better for the all important frames per second count get 2mb.

Graphics Card
This is where you have a decision to make. The big difference between a laptop and a desktop PC is the upgrade ability of your graphics card. In your desktop it is easy to upgrade your video card but inside a laptop it is difficult and often needs a pc engineer to carry out this process. Most standard laptops come with a onboard graphics card and you must expect to pay for a top end card such as a Radeon or Geforce.

Screen Clarity
Wide screen is recommended for gamers but do not compromise on screen quality. 17inch screen will help with those long gaming sessions and a good tip for when you are looking at laptops is to use the machine for a few minutes to see if your comfortable with the clarity and image quality of the laptop screen.

Battery Life
With raw graphic power busting out of your laptop you will need make sure your battery is up to the job. Lithium-ion battery that lasts up to 5 to 6 hours is ideal if your are looking to use your machine away from a wired power source.

Gaming laptop prices
Expensive. There is no point hiding this fact, if you compromise on CPU, RAM or video card then you will not have a gaming laptop at all, just a regular laptop with some costly components inside. Expect to pay nearly a third more for your gaming laptop compared to a normal spec machine.



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Sunday, December 9, 2007

Free Online Games: Placing Games on Myspace/Blogs by Greg Mathews

Everyone enjoys online games at one time or another whether they want to admit it or not. This is especially true if they can play some great and exciting online games for free. It is no wonder then that there are many users who are now addicted to online gaming and their numbers are still increasing.

This is an industry that probably has the greatest potential to become one of the leading drivers of the internet technology. Innovations in the online gaming industry are constantly being made and RedPython is no exception.

In fact, RedPython gives you all that and more. You can avail of the top rated games found on the site and play it to your heart's content. There is surely a game that will suit every personality and every mood because of the range of choices that is available. And more and more games are still being regularly introduced. Now you may wonder what makes RedPython different from the rest on the gaming sites that is scattered over the internet.

Well, RedPython takes it one step further because it lets you get its games from the site for free. You can integrate it into your existing website or blog. You can also add these games to your profile whether it is MySpace, Friendster, or Orkut.

It doesn't get any better than this. You can play your favorite game anytime you visit your own profile. This makes it easier for you to share these games with your friends as well. In addition, your website or your profile may become one of your friends' favorite sites because of the games you regularly introduce. Of course, all these are with the help of the site that lets you get these benefits for free.

And unlike other sites that lets you place online games on your preferred site the complicated way, RedPython gives you the benefit of doing all these the simple way. All you need to do is copy and paste the online game code into your preferred webpage then you're all set to enjoy the game you want.

So there is no reason to be stuck with other sites that lets you wait for a long time for the file to upload. And even then there are many steps you have to deal with. RedPython eliminates all these hassles and offers the simple and easy way to get online games for your site for free.



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World of Warcraft Humans Uncloaked by Hunter Crowell

The Humans established the Empire of arathor in lordaeron in 2,900 BDP. After 1,700 years of power arathor divided into seven sovereign nations - azeroth, lordaeron, stromgarde, kul tiras, gilneas, dalaran and alterac due to over-expansion and domestic problems. They assisted the High Elves to cast out invading trolls from lordaeron and in return the high elves instructed the humans magic. However, some, using it foolishly, allowed the burning legion to infiltrate azeroth. As a result the order of tirisfal guardians wielding incredible powers was instituted to protect the races of azeroth. Unfortunately they failed to save azeroth from destruction by an invading orc army in the human year 583.

The Horde persisted in their attack of the humans succeeding in more battles and took grand hamlet. A circle of human warriors attacked the source of the horde's entry to azeroth, storming medivh's tower and hacking the corrupt guardian to death. The humans were eventually overcame as doomhammer chieftan of the orc thunderlord clan took charge of the horde taking northshire abbey, goldshire and moonbrook before finally taking stormwind keep and absolutely defeating the stormwind kingdom.

The remaining humans, headed by lord lothar, escaped across the great sea from azeroth to lordaeron. After beseeching their case to king terenas a pact was established between the seven human nations azeroth, lordaeron, stormgarde, kul tiras, gilneas, dalaran and alterac forming a single alliance under the general command of lord lothar. Six years afterwards, the orcs followed them to lordaeron and the humans quickly secured the help of the high elves of quel'thalas, bringing them into the alliance.

The Alliance freed much of the invaded Quel'Thalas with the assistance of The Knights of the Silver Hand {Paladin warrior clan}, forcing the Horde back to Azeroth. Regrettably, much of the Elven kingdom was destroyed in the process. Peace was brought back to the Northern lands but the leaders of the human nations started to question the Alliance's worth. Quarrels over the division of the now conquered lands of Alterac broke out.

With the recent invasion of the burning legion - which left the northern kingdom of lordaeron in desolations - stormwind now endures as the last bastion of human civilization. Succeeding the heroic examples of the legendary sir lothar and king llane, the guardians of stormwind are regarded to be among the fiercest warriors in the land. They stand determined in their mission to uphold the honor and might of humanity in an ever-darkening world.



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Saturday, December 8, 2007

Psp Downloadable Games - An Easy Guide

Looking for some pretty good PSP downloadable games? 'Good' is relative, so the best way to answer that question is to access good websites with a wide selection of PSP downloadable games. How to find one, how to tell which is the best, and what's for download, this article will tell you all about it. Read on.

The Sony Play Station Portable (PSP) has been a phenomenal hit hand held game console since it was released. Not only can you play games with it, and anywhere you bring it at that, but you can also listen to music, watch videos, and extend its functions to PDF reader and PDA (if you install homebrew applications). But the problem of some avid PSP gamers is the const of each PSP game he has to buy. A good gamer can finish a game in less than a week, after which he may want to get a new game. Imagine the costs! Up to forty dollars per game!

To solve this technology and human creativity has found a way to both install PSP games into the PSP memory card, and to upload PSP games on website so people can download PSP games. The more people uploaded their games, the more other people can download those games. It has become a sharing phenomenon among some people, especially the torrent community (who makes PSP downloadable games available for free download). Some others try to make money by charging people a joining fee, a monthly membership fee, and even a per download fee for access to their database of PSP downloadable games.

If you want direct downloads or torrent downloads, here are your options. The direct downloads of PSP games are either free or commercial. The commercial sites either try to milk you via their fees, or try to give you a good deal by just asking for a one-time joining fee. The latter are the good deals. As for the free sites, they're not so good right now. Maybe in the long run. Right now, they have limited game selection, poor download speeds, spyware and adware when you download them, and after you download, sometimes the game you asked for is not the game you get.

The torrent websites are totally free, but you have to downloads and install an equally free Bit Torrent client, like uTorrent. The selection of PSP downloadable games are limited only by the website you found. There are hundreds of torrent sites you can search for torrent files on PSP downloadable games.

There it is. The kinds of sources online for PSP downloadable games. Have fun.

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You Can Make Money From Online Gaming Without Gambling

Playing games is as American as...(I like to said apple pie, but I remembered that my
english teacher told me to stay away from cliches when writing). Let just say that a
large number of Americans, both young and old, play games. A very large number
of them are active in computer gaming online. And, their numbers are growing.

Whether you are into online gaming or not, you have likely heard how popular online
gaming has become. Close to half of American households have some type of internet
access (a majority with high speed connections). The growing adoption of broadband
has resulted in an ever expanding push by content providers to offer more and more
online video and games. If you have teenage children, you have seen first hand how
additive the internet can be. But did you know that a very large percentage of
American adults play computer and video games online? Not only do adults play games
online, but those that play have been playing an average of 12 years.

It is for certain that the number of people playing games online is not getting smaller.
In fact, now that it is possible to win money playing games online, the number of
people playing is rapidly increasing. Online gambling was exploding until it was made
illegal in America, but my reference to winning money playing games online was not
including gambling (more on that later). Fifty-three percent of games players expect
to be playing as much or more ten years from now, and the "newbies" are beginning to
play in large numbers every day.

I recently saw some research that stated that the fastest growing segment of the
internet were women. What does this mean for online gaming? Thirty-eight percent
of game players are women. If more women are going online than men, it can only mean
that the female presence on online gaming sites will also increase. As I mentioned
earlier, you can win money playing games online. No disrespect, but I personally do
not know any woman that does not like money. I believe that it is a safe bet to say
that the number of woman gamers online will help to increase its popularity. Today
men spend more time playing games that women, but the gap will continue to narrow until
women will move ahead in playing online games.

Again, let me point out that it is illegal to gamble online in the USA. I point that
out so that no one will assume that I have been discussing gambling online. No! I
was motivated to share these thoughts because I have discovered a way to make money
online from online gaming without gambling.

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Recently retired from AT&T as a technician. Began trying to make a go on the internet only a few months ago. Like most newbies, I had no idea what I was getting into. Now that the shock is over, I feel confident that I made the correct choice for an after-retirement profession.

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Tuesday, December 4, 2007

Full Version Pocket PC Games For Free

Play Games Instead

Do you like your full version pocket pc games free? Most people do. The world of freeware downloads for your pda or pocket pc is wide and varied. No matter what kind of games you prefer, you can find them online in full version form. RPG, sports, gambling, action, you name it, and there is a freeware download for you to get for your palm pilot so that you can play games at your convenience.

Most freeware sites offer downloads that are compatible with all the major brands of handhelds, and the downloads are simple and fast. The games are user friendly and provide the full range of levels, degrees of difficulty and the great graphics you have come to expect from your favorite ipaq and palm pilot games.

Now, instead of being incredibly bored while waiting in line, doing tons of laundry or being tired at work, you can play the full version games of your choice with the added benefit of being able to download them for free. Nothing gets better than that.

So if you are hungering for the full version of your favorite arcade game or action game, or simply want to gamble some of your latest paycheck away, you can do it with your pda, conveniently and privately. Freeware downloads of full version pocket pc games are one of the best uses for your palm pilot. Instead of paying attention to what is going on around you, spend your time playing the games you really enjoy.

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Monday, December 3, 2007

How To Download Games On PSP - 5 Questions About Membership Sites

Are you wondering how to download games on PSP? It’s easy! Before you learn how to download games on PSP though, you should also remember that your new Sony Play Station Portable (PSP) can be used to to watch movies and TV shows too! In a previous article, I had described the 3 ways for you to get your games, videos and music. The best way is through a paid membership site. In this article, I will briefly describe how these membership sites work.

How To Download Games On PSP - Questions #1 - What is included in my membership?

The beauty of belonging to a PSP membership site is that you will receive instant access to boatloads of files that are ready to be transferred to your PSP. The larger membership sites will be able to provide you with literally millions of choices. At some sites, these choices include movies, television shows, video games, music, PSP software and even wallpaper!

How To Download Games On PSP - Questions #2 - Are the downloads full version games and movies?

Yes! The downloads you will receive are the full version games, shows, music and movies. They are exactly like the original that you could have bought at your favorite retail store.

How To Download Games On PSP - Questions #3 – Are there any additional fees after a membership is purchased?

As I mentioned above, there are 3 ways to get games, movies, shows and music for your PSP off of the internet. The first two, through free or free membership sites are dangerous because we all know that there is nothing that is truly free. Additionally, these sites are notorious for sneaking adware or even spyware onto your computer. Avoid them like the plague!

Several reputable PSP membership sites offer a Lifetime membership option and that’s exactly what it is. No more fees, ever!

How To Download Games On PSP - Questions #4 – How do I download games, movies, TV shows and music to my PSP?

The files are downloaded first to your computer. After that is accomplished, you then simply transfer the files straight into your PSP using a USB cable or compatible memory stick reader. A good PSP membership site will also offer all the software that you will need, as well as step by step instructions. This process is really very simple, even for a child.

How To Download Games On PSP - Questions #5 – Can the downloads be played on my computer, TV or iPod?

Yes! There is no limitation on where you can watch the movies, shows and games. You can watch them on your computer or even burn them to a disc and watch them on your TV or iPod Video. You get to choose what to do with them.

In this article I have answered 5 questions about PSP membership sites. I hope it helps you to enjoy your PSP even more. Have fun!

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Sunday, December 2, 2007

New Playstation 2 Games - Downloads PS2 Games Online

In this article I will be talking about how to download playstation games from the internet and burning them on to CD to play on you console. Downloading PS2 games on the internet is definitely the simplest and cheapest way to get new PS2 games. Its saves walking down to your local games shop in the pouring rain only to find the one you’re looking for has sold out! But is downloading them easy? And is it legal? Downloading torrents and games over Person to person (P2P) networks is the most obvious way to go about it. But it’s usually illegal and sometimes very, very complicated. So is there a simpler way?

Some of the sites have you pay a subscription fee to either download Playstation games directly from them (their servers) or download games from their P2P network - off of other users on the network. The only trouble is if the other user logs off your game will stop downloading. But there are websites where you can pay a small one time fee and have access to there site for life. Are these services up to date though? Some of them probably aren’t. But if you do your research before you buy you can find some great sites, loaded with great games.

So are some of the sites better than others? Yes, there are many of them out there, but as most things online you have to be careful of the scams. Doing your research into the site first is obviously the best thing to do but always be careful when parting with your cash. Some sites could be out of date and only offer a small selection of games. There are sites that also have games on other platforms (Xbox, Nintendo) along with film and music downloads.

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Saturday, December 1, 2007

Rent Wii Games

If your looking to rent your Wii games, you likely have some very good reasons for doing so. There may be some other considerations you want to think about as well.

Wii gamers are fortunate, that they won't run into some of the problems that Xbox customers have with renting games. Xbox players often find that the games they really want to play, are always already rented out. Since there aren't as many Wii gamers out there (yet), Wii players typically find that their games are more available on the online rental shelves.

To rent Wii games online, is really a very simple process. Sign up on the rental companies website, create a list (or queue) of all the games you want to play, and then just wait for the games to show up in your mailbox. No trudging off to the mall, finding a parking spot, and hoping the game you really want to rent is on the stores shelf. Not to mention rushing to get the game back before being whacked with late fees. The online rental companies even pay for shipping the games both ways.

Online game rentals have no late fees, since you keep the game for as long as you like. Your paying a monthly fee, so it wouldn't be too smart to keep the game for 3 months, but I think you get the point. Online game renters are the kind of gamers that typically play a couple of games for a week or so, and then look for the next gaming challenge to sink their teeth into.

A final point to keep in mind when signing up with a game rental company, is to take advantage of their free trial. Most of them offer one, so you really should take advantage of it. Sign up for a couple of them actually. It should give you a good side by side comparison of who is the better company. Just be sure to cancel before your trial is over, once you've chosen which company to stay with.

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Friday, November 30, 2007

Getting Free Online Games

So school holidays are coming up and all your friends are going away, what are you supposed to do? That’s easy, try out all the free online games! There are so many to choose from, they are guaranteed to keep you busy everyday until you have to go back to school. The best part about
it is that you do not have to pay a cent and with most of the games you don’t have to download anything either. Its great fun for free!

The games range from car games and animated games to puzzles and strategy games, almost every game you can think of you will find. There are at least 500 games on some sites where other sites may have 100 games and there are hundreds of sites to choose from! Classic games and Sega
games have also been remade into flash games; these are a lot of fun and you are sure to enjoy them. The flash games include ones like sodoku, pinball, pacman, table tennis, mountain biking and much, much more. One of the very popular free online games at the moment is the sonic game.

All you have to do in order to play one of these fine games is choose the site and then choose the game you want to play! It’s that easy, no hassles. And when you are done playing that game, you choose a different one. Many sites will ask you to first download the game and unless you wish to have it saved onto your computer, don’t download it. You can always check the other sites that are free and you will find the same game there. Also, some sites will trick you into saying you have to pay to pay the game, leave that site; there are hundreds of other that allow you to play for free.

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Thursday, November 29, 2007

Live Your Fantasy With Online Computer Games

Video games are quite popular among the people of all ages from past 2-3 decades. With the purchase of the personal computers, computer gaming is a common feature that has developed craze among the crowd. Computer gaming includes all kinds of games. We have lots of variety in these games right from the slow games like chess, cards etc. that require careful steps to be followed for continuing the game, to the games that involves the speed like racing games with motorbikes and cars. These are some of the games commonly liked by the people of all age groups.

The latest craze among the crowd is for the online games. These online games allow you to play different kinds of games on the computer. This is an option that allows two people to play the same game simultaneously while sitting at the different computer systems at different places. One can easily enjoy these games by installing these games from the internet. The process of installation is quite easy and even very casual that even a small kid can follow. What we need to do is to follow the guidelines provided in the installation guides attached with the games files.

Among the famous online games we even have the various puzzles and the arcade games; these games are quite popular among the kids. Apart from downloading the games from the internet, we can even go for the installation of the games by the compact discs of various games. Even the various play stations and the retail stores involved in providing the online games lets us download the files to enjoy the online games.

It is not necessary that only small kids can play these games, even the older people and adults also have a craze for these games. Games like car racing and motorbikes squad racing are basically meant for the age group of 16-25 as it basically involves tremendously attractive features of the pace and gaming options that thrill up every one mind.

These games are basically available on the internet, you are just required to click the links and follow the provided guidelines. If you are looking for some wonderful games online with free downloading, there are many sites you can go for which allow you to have free access to these games. Online gaming is a fun trip that allows us to have the pleasure of playing animated characters in the games. There are several reviews available for these games that give you the views of others who have played this game before. You can also choose a game according to the ratings provided to the game. These reviews are helpful for the various game freaks to decide among these games for themselves.

So if you are looking for some nice online games you can simply search over the internet for free gaming and can even plan to download them from the compact discs provided by the various play retail stations.

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Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Free Online Games - Solving Puzzles Can Sharpen The Mind by cdmohatta

Online games have been under fire for some months now as addictive. The facts are different. Some games are surely addictive, but benefits far outweigh the negatives. For example there is a big range of puzzle games available free online. Can puzzles be addictive? Can puzzles spoil children? Let us look at the benefits of online puzzle games in detail.

Online puzzle games benefits- every puzzle that we solve needs application of mind. No puzzle can be solved without concentrating the mind on the problem. Ultimately puzzles lead the student improve his/her logical and analytical ability. Subjects such as operations research need these qualities in abundance. Higher mathematic involves lot of game playing. Those games are different, but once your mind sharpens solving online puzzles, you can proceed to higher levels of games in mathematics that can help solve many problems.

We have been solving puzzles since ages. The only difference now is that one need not search for a book or a magazine to look for puzzles. One can get them online for free. Puzzles that involve alphabets, and numbers are a fantastic method to sharpen the ability of children in thinking. Please encourage your children solve puzzles. By depriving them that, you may drive them to something bad. Better to give them the satisfaction of solving online puzzles and sharpening their mind. Sit down with them and make the selection with them. After that give them the freedom to play and solve puzzles. You will find out the results yourself after sometime.



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Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Free Online Games For Microsoft Windows XP Users by JM Anderson

When you play online games, you will be connecting to a website via the internet. Individuals who own a computer that runs on Microsoft Windows XP will have a variety of online games programmed into their software, including backgammon, checkers, hearts and more. When logging on, Microsoft users will need to be logged on to Windows as an administrator in order to install components or make changes to your computer system’s settings necessary to run some of the online games.

Many people prefer backgammon as one of their favorite online games. The object of Backgammon is to move all your pieces, or stones, around the board counterclockwise into a home area. From the home area, the pieces must be removed from the game board by exact dice roll. The first person to bear off all their stones will be declared the winner. In Backgammon, you will connect over the internet with your opponent.

Checkers, which is a board game classic, is also one of the most popular online games in existence. The object of checkers is to defeat your opponent by jumping and removing his or her pieces. You can also win by positioning your checkers in such a way that results in blocking your opponent from moving. When playing Checkers online, you will connect over the internet with your opponent.

For the card fanatic, internet hearts is a popular choice among online games. Hearts is a card game with four players, each playing independently. The object of Hearts is to earn as few points as possible during the course of play. When any player reaches 100 points the game ends, at which time the player with the fewest points wins. While playing Hearts online, you will connect over the Internet with your opponents.

Reversi, another of the popular online games pre-installed into MS Windows XP, is a game played on an 8x8 board with black-and-white pieces, or stones. The object is to have more of your color of stones on the board than your opponent. Stones can be reversed from one color to another by surrounding the pieces. The game is over when neither player has any legal moves left. While playing Reversi online, you will connect over the Internet with your opponent.

Another of the popular online games for the card fanatic is known as Spades, which is a partnership card game with two teams of two players each. The object is for you and your partner to bid a contract, then skillfully play your cards in coordination with each other to make the contract. You win when you reach 500 points or force your opponents to drop to a negative 200 point score. As is the case with all other online games, you will connect with your opponents and partner over the internet while playing Spades online.

In order to access games that were pre-installed with your software, click on ‘Start’ and then ‘Programs.’ Next, click on ‘Games’ and then select from the online games that you see available. If you do not see online games listed, this means that none were installed with your software.



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Monday, November 26, 2007

Downloading Video Games Online - Downloading is King

First there was the Nes - The Nintendo Entertainment System, a great piece of gaming equipment that revolutionized entertainment in the home. From the Nes on video gaming has progressed faster than anyone ever imagined. Graphics have become richer; storylines more involving and the game play more detailed and interactive than anyone thought possible.

Now there's a new chapter of video games evolution - Downloading Video Games. With the release of the Playstation 3, Xbox 360 and the Nintendo Wii manufactures (Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo) have included much greater online options. The speed and accessibility of the internet has made a great number features possible. Online gaming, Media Downloads and access to the World Wide Web are the main features of these newest consoles but what about downloading full games for your console?

For a while now people have been downloading console and PC Games from the internet. The people to do this were PC gamers. Downloading torrents from file sharing sites is easy, free and fast but it's always been illegal. So how can you download all the latest games from your PC to play on your consoles?

Whether it is for your Playstation 2, Xbox 360, PSP or Wii there are sites that enable you (after paying a small one time fee) to access there massive databases full of games ready for you to download. Once downloaded the games can be burned on to CD or DVD and instantly played on your consoles.

The services are usually easy to use and extremely cheap to join meaning you'll never have to walk to the games shop again!

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Free Online Games: They Are For All Age Groups

Online games are gaining in popularity exponentially. It is one of the fastest growing segment on the Internet. Though there is no free lunch in life. It seems that free online games are a free lunch. Some of us have a impression that such games are for the teenagers. You will hear many parents talking about the countless hours their children spend playing games online. I wonder why the parents don't join them? Let me explain.

We are all looking for fun and entertainment. Many times the television offers nothing new or you might have got bored watching television and would like to do something else. You don't want to go out and meet friends nor are in any mood for a dinner outside. you want to laze around the house and do something entertaining if possible. Online games are the answer for every age group.

Online games have been wrongly assumed to be for young people. All age groups can enjoy them. What if parents join their children in online games? They would surely make them come closer. Why complain about how much the children are playing? Join them in the fun. They would love it. You would love that. And you can also control the types of games they play and the hours spent.

Online games are fun. They increase strategic thinking. They improve our responses. They help sharpen our thinking. The games help in many ways. Try them and you will agree with what I say. You would wonder why you never played them before.

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Sunday, November 25, 2007

World of warcraft. by Mathew DC

According to recent analysis by market researchers, the internet gaming industry is worth fifty billion dollars. The internet gaming companies have created their own virtual world where people can leave behind there real world and enjoy the amazing characters and glittering storyline. World of warcraft (WoW) is one of the most successful and famous online games.

World of Warcraft is Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game wherein, thousands of players are in game world at the same time playing different worlds. The players battles against each other or with different worlds. World of Warcraft is the fourth edition in warcraft Universe launched by the Blizzard Entertainment. The first game warcraft: orcs and humans was released in 1994. The world of warcraft takes you to the world of Azeroth, which is four year later conclusion shown in the previous edition Warcraft III: Frozen throne. The game was released in 2004 celebrating the tenth anniversary of Blizzard entertainment. Today the world of warcraft is the world’s largest online game with maximum subscriptions per month.

The gamplay includes the control of the various characters exploring the different landscapes, terrains, enemies and chatting with other players. The rewards are gained with more money, powers, items, experience which in turn shows the players overall progress and improved skills. The basic versions have 60 levels and the expansion pack ‘the burning crusade’ have 70 levels. The soon to be release of expansion pack ‘Wrath of lich king’ is up to 80 levels. The battles can be fought with other players with different world zones or can be fought with enemy, based on that current server rules and strategies. The same members can fight the duels but they do not provide much rewards and experience.

The characters in world of warcraft are unique with remarkable abilities. The characters are joined with the accounts and can be moved from servers. The characters or the accounts can moved in player Vs environment realm.

While creating characters players have options of eight races and nine character classes to choose from. The races are divided in to two factions – Alliance and Horde. Humans, Night Elves, Dwarves, Gnomes and Draenei are all part of the Alliance group. Orcs, Tauren, Undead, Trolls and Blood Elves are part of the Horde group. Hunter, Mage, Paladin, Priest, Rogue, Shaman, Warlock, Druid and Warrior are the nine classes available. The Death knight class is added in the yet to be released latest expansion called wrath of the lich king. In world of warcraft, there are two types of characters- player characters and Non player characters (NCP). Then there are three types of NCP in the game which are friendly NCP, Hostile and Neutral NCP. While playing the game, characters learn to develop skills which are non combat skills. These skills are called as the player’s Profession. There are two types of profession; one is primary and the other is secondary.

Then there are reputation levels which can directly impact the player’s progress and the overall rewards. The high reputation can be obtained by wining the battle grounds and powerful enemies. The high reputation can give you cheap buying at vendors and ability to gain unique items and armors.

The virtual world in World of warcraft consists of two worlds; Azeroth and Outlands. Eastern Kingdoms and Kalimdor are the two main landscapes in Azeroth. The Outlands can be accessed by the activation of ‘burning crusade’ expansion pack. The location can be reached by teleporting your self through the Dark portal in the southeast kingdom.

The pricing of the game varies in different region. In USA the monthly packs costs $15. In Europe it costs 11 to 13 euros. The world of warcraft is number one in reviews and rankings and world wide users are eagerly waiting for there next release to enjoy the mysterious world of Warcraft.



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Live Your Fantasy With Online Computer Games

Video games are quite popular among the people of all ages from past 2-3 decades. With the purchase of the personal computers, computer gaming is a common feature that has developed craze among the crowd. Computer gaming includes all kinds of games. We have lots of variety in these games right from the slow games like chess, cards etc. that require careful steps to be followed for continuing the game, to the games that involves the speed like racing games with motorbikes and cars. These are some of the games commonly liked by the people of all age groups.

The latest craze among the crowd is for the online games. These online games allow you to play different kinds of games on the computer. This is an option that allows two people to play the same game simultaneously while sitting at the different computer systems at different places. One can easily enjoy these games by installing these games from the internet. The process of installation is quite easy and even very casual that even a small kid can follow. What we need to do is to follow the guidelines provided in the installation guides attached with the games files.

Among the famous online games we even have the various puzzles and the arcade games; these games are quite popular among the kids. Apart from downloading the games from the internet, we can even go for the installation of the games by the compact discs of various games. Even the various play stations and the retail stores involved in providing the online games lets us download the files to enjoy the online games.

It is not necessary that only small kids can play these games, even the older people and adults also have a craze for these games. Games like car racing and motorbikes squad racing are basically meant for the age group of 16-25 as it basically involves tremendously attractive features of the pace and gaming options that thrill up every one mind.

These games are basically available on the internet, you are just required to click the links and follow the provided guidelines. If you are looking for some wonderful games online with free downloading, there are many sites you can go for which allow you to have free access to these games. Online gaming is a fun trip that allows us to have the pleasure of playing animated characters in the games. There are several reviews available for these games that give you the views of others who have played this game before. You can also choose a game according to the ratings provided to the game. These reviews are helpful for the various game freaks to decide among these games for themselves.

So if you are looking for some nice online games you can simply search over the internet for free gaming and can even plan to download them from the compact discs provided by the various play retail stations.

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Friday, November 23, 2007

Game Download Sites Supporting Their Gamers All The Way by Sean Tan

One of the most important characters of a game download sites is the support that it provides to its players. When you download a game, you are mostly not buying anything physical. Of course, you can get some games on CD on demand, but very few of these downloadable games are ever released in their retail CD versions. Hence, downloading from the Internet becomes the only available option. Now, considering the fact that people who download games belong to all ages mostly children who are very new to the Internet, it becomes most important that they get very easy answers to their download problems. In short, the game download sites must have a very good and friendly support system for its customers.

This is where download games scores over other game download websites. Game online is today one of the leading game download sites on the Internet. It has a repertoire of hundreds of games featuring all genres, and has several thousands of players hooked on to it. There are many children all over the world who download games from the games the games online, because of the vast collection of kiddie's games that is has, such as Blue Reef Sudoku, Spot a Word and Flying Doughman. But the problem with kids is, they get stuck quite often with downloads. And if there is no elder to help them, it becomes a problem. Of course, elders will be around when making the payment for the game, but they cannot be there all the time. But, with web game download, there are no qualms at all. Game download sites has a very good support system.

First and foremost, it has a very extensive FAQ section. In this section, they have very clearly described how to go about the whole download and install process. There is also a solution for the problem when the PC crashes and the downloaded games are lost. The guide is in fact quite detailed, so that even a novice game downloader would not be liable to make a mistake.

Even so, there is a contact us section, where emails can be sent regarding any download issues. Like most game sites, game download sites also vouches for the fact that it would revert back within one day if possible, and supremacy two days. They would send a detailed email telling how to fix the problem.

But, generally speaking, the games on such download sites are usually of very superior features. They are made for a broad audience. Though these game download sites may have excellent support systems, there may actually be no need for them at all.



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The Internet's Treasure Chest Of Games by IC

Ever since we our earliest days when we first experienced the joy of playing an interactive game, we have dreamt of having a huge base of games we could pick to play every single day, well that dream has actually become true, Online games have evolved and specialized sites have emerged offering an incredible variety of games which don't need to be installed or downloaded in order to be played and the best part is that most of these online gaming bases are free.

The one thing that separates them from one another are their layout, proper categorization, updates and up time. The first few online gaming sites had a messy layout which was difficult to follow in order to get to the gaming area we wanted to, others were not properly categorized which is a total nightmare when there are thousands upon thousands of games to be sorted out, others have a great variety but the sites haven't been updated ever since their creation, and others are down most at crucial times.

The fact is that regardless of the source you choose to visit for your gaming needs one thing remains true, games not only provide a great way to enjoy our free time, but they also help us relax and reduce our work related stress. Yes, that is actually one of the reasons why fortune 500 companies have gaming consoles in break rooms and recreation areas! and considering the great benefit playing for a few minutes offer, everyone should schedule some time to recreational activities.

Online gaming platforms also offer a great way to test previous versions of games which are now available at stores, which is a great way to evaluate and decide whether or not the game we are considering to purchase is worth our money. An added bonus is often found in online sources such as "Pirates Arcade" where even free casino games can be played, this represents a huge advantage for those who like going to gambling places such as "Vegas" to spend some time and money, and it goes without saying that the better you get at card games, machine simulated games, the more chances you have to win some money!

Asides from casino games such sources also provide a great variety of games which can be played by kids, teenagers and young adults safely without ever worrying of downloading unwanted software such as spyware or adware; in fact when visiting a game site this is the main thing you should be concerned about, so look around and see how clean the site is in terms of pop-ups and such. Remember that online gaming in not only a child's game it can help relieve your stress!



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Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Game Cheats: Are They "Good" to Use?

Game cheats. We've all used them. With computer and console games becoming faster and more advanced, the need for game cheats are becoming more and more important to complete these games. Often we don't have enough time between work and social functions to dedicate enough time to finish an entire game, so game cheats are the way to go.

Whether it be Sony Playstation, Nintendo GameCube, Microsoft XBox, XBox 360, or computer games, game programmers often allow the player to either enter codes to unlock special weapons, secret levels, grant invulnerability or other ways to boost a characters' growth, or game cheats can be a way of interacting with the game environment to help overcome what seem to be insurmountable situations.

Some gamers consider it bad form to use game cheats. In fact, there are purist gamers who feel that the total experience of gaming is lost once you use cheat codes or game cheats.

"You can't be a Zulu Game Wizard using game cheats. Game cheats are for people who are too weak and give up too easily in the difficult parts of the games," says longtime gamer Jasper Hom.

Others disagree and argue that they can't appropriate enough time to gaming to make it past the hard parts of the games. Another problem gamers who use game cheats face is that by the time they are able to dedicate enough time to the game, a new game that they would rather play is already out on store shelves.

Whether you use game cheats or not, they are undoubtably a great way for amateur gamers to more enjoy and possibly finish some of today's difficult and challenging games. The game cheats dilemma will always be an ongoing battle between those in the gaming community.

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Ten Must Have Games For Gamecube

Ten Must Have Games for Gamecube
Copyright © 2007 JJ Hendricks

Hundreds of games have been released for the Nintendo Gamecube since it's release in 2001. There are so many, that it can be hard to choose which you want to buy for your collection. Below is a list of the top ten must own games for Gamecube and why they should be in your collection.

10. Super Mario Sunshine - The sequel to Super Mario 64 for Nintendo 64. This game was not as well received as the Mario's first 3D adventure (It's hard to top one of the greatest games of all time) but it was very fun. Mario uses a water pack to levitate and shoot enemies. The best parts of the game though are when Mario's water pack gets stolen and you have to control him like the previous Mario games.

9. Pikmin - A new franchise for Gamecube inspired by Myiamoto's garden. Control huge swarms of tiny plant creatures and throw them at enemies, solve puzzles, and try to rebuild your space ship. This game is very fun and original. Plus you have to beat the game in 30 game days, so the entire adventure has a sense of speed and adrenaline while to try to beat the game fast enough.

8. Zelda Twilight Princess - A mature Link tries to save Princess Zelda from the worlds of dark and light. The second Zelda game for the Gamecube, it has the same graphical style as Ocarina of Time and a more mature story line than Wind Waker (see below). Twilight Princess is the first Zelda game where Link turns into a wolf and can control other animals.

7. Animal Crossing - A very simple, but addicting game. You move into a house in a new town and must get to know the townsfolk while running errands, planting trees, designing t-shirts, and decorating your house. It is like 'The Sims' for PC. I never would have thought running errands could be so fun, but I had to sell this game because I wasn't having enough time to do my real chores.

6. Donkey Kong Jungle Beat - A platforming game using the Gamecube Bongo's as the controller. Run left and right with left and right drumbeats. Jump by hitting both and punch by clapping. The game is short but each level is unique and has different goals to achieve besides just getting to the end. Probably the most unique game released on the Gamecube.

5. Zelda Wind Waker - Many people complained about the graphics on this Zelda game because they were too "kiddie". But the cartoon style really helped you feel Link's emotions because they could be so much more expressive. A very fun adventure, slightly tedious in one section (a giant boat ride across the whole world), but one of the best games for Gamecube.

4. Super Monkey Ball - Roll a monkey inside a ball. That is the basic design of this game, but it is very fun. The single player mode is like a puzzle where you have to get the monkey through a goal without falling off a ledge. But the game really shines in multiplayer mode. Monkey Boxing, Monkey Racing, and best of all Monkey Target. Up to four players can play this at once and will enjoy themselves for hours.

3. Mario Kart Double Dash - A faster, better graphics Mario Kart game plus you control two racers instead of one. Each character has a special weapon only they can receive so picking your combo of riders is very important. Good single player with many varied levels and circuits to beat but like all Mario Kart games multiplayer is the most fun. Race or battle with four players at the same time and you will be entertained for hours with your friends.

2. Super Smash Bros. Melee - A deceptively simple fighting game for the Gamecube. It uses the joystick and two buttons for almost every move. Anyone can pick up and start playing, but experts will learn different combos and "secret" moves to keep them coming back for more. Very deep single player and a four player game that is the best released on the Gamecube. It's the best selling game on the system for a reason!

1. Metroid Prime - The first 3D adventure in the Metroid series of games and it is perfectly executed. Great weapons, thoughtful puzzles, beautiful graphics, and fun game play. My personal favorite game of all time and the highest rated game on the Gamecube. If you like first person shooters or liked the original Metroid games, you will love this game.

With any or all of these ten games in your collection, you should have hours of fun and definitely enjoy your Gamecube purchase.

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Tuesday, November 20, 2007

20 Years With The Simpsons by Benicio Brown

Matt Groening, created the animated sitcom, “The Simpsons” for Fox Broadcasting Company. The idea came from the lobby of James L. Brooks's office and that’s how this popular adaptation of a dysfunctional family came about. Even the characters were named after his own family members, with the exception of lead character Bart.

On April 19, 1987, “The Simpsons” made their first appearance as shorts in The Tracey Ullman Show. When the initial submission was made, only basic sketches were handed in expecting they would be refined in production stages but they were left as is and that’s the reason why despite modification over the years the Simpsons still have a very rudimentary façade. On December 17, 1989, "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire” was the half-hour premiere show.

The Simpsons has been debated since the start with lead character Bart often going scot-free despite wrong doings and this portrayed him as a poor role model for youngsters. It’s portrayal of the middle class American lifestyle symbolized by family members Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie Simpson. The backdrop of the show is the fictional town of Springfield, which is filled with characters, and events that are an animated and inspired from American society. Homer Simpson the father is employed as a safety inspector at Springfield Nuclear Power Plant. Often his job is at risk as a result of his casual and comic nature. His wife, Marge is a conventional American housewife and mother. Their 3 children are Bart, a ten-year-old menace, Lisa, an aware 8 year old activist and the baby Maggie, who hardly speaks but does communicate by sucking on a pacifier. They have a dog called Santa's Little Helper, and a cat, called Snowball II. Over the years, the show has celebrated even ts but the characters have not aged since the start of the show.

The Simpsons have influenced mainstream society in more ways than one. Language and terms used in this animated sitcom has made its transition into popular everyday vernacular. To the extent that Homer Simpsons popular use of the expression ‘D'oh!’ is listed in the Oxford English Dictionary without its apostrophe. Even the use of the term ‘excellent’ pronounced as ‘eexcelllent’ in the show is used by people around us. The term ‘cheese-eating surrender monkeys"’ referring to the French has been used by popularly by conservative National Review columnist Jonah Goldberg in 2003, when the French opposed the invasion of Iraq proposal. And soon it was popular lingo amongst journalists.

The Simpsons is a legendary show in respect to prime time television programs. This is because initially animated shows were thought to be for kids and airing a complete animated program on prime time for universal viewing was a bold step. Though thought to be an expensive idea, The Simpsons were aired successfully because they cut down on expenses by using Korean animation studios for in-betweening, coloring, and filming. The success of The Simpsons show prompted many others to start animated shows of this nature and for prime time viewing. In its time it has certainly been a pioneering show if its type and still stands tall. In fact the Simpsons are so respected that when South Park achieved success on television they aired an episode “Simpsons Already Did It" as homage to its predecessor.

The Simpsons have been awarded at many occasions. Their booty consists of 23 Emmy Awards, 24 Annie Awards and a Peabody Award. The TIME magazines 1998 publication commemorating the 20th Century's greatest achievements in arts and entertainment, named The Simpsons as the last century's best television series, along with naming Bart Simpson in the list of the century's 100 most influential people. Incidentally Bart was the only imaginary character on the list. At the turn of this century the Simpsons won a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. They have also been acclaimed as the greatest television show of the 1990s, 2001's 100 Greatest Kids' TV shows, and 2005's 100 Greatest Cartoons. Homer Simpson has been recognized as the forerunner in 2001's 100 Greatest TV Characters. Other awards include the TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time, and a mention in the TIME's list of 100 Best TV Shows of All Time.

In 2004, they became the longest-running American animated sitcom in the United States. Regardless of criticism over the years, The Simpsons maintains a huge viewer base. The shows first season enjoyed an average of 13.4 million viewers, and the 17th season had an average of 9.2 million viewers per episode, respectively. The Simpsons Movie made $74 million in its opening weekend in the US.

In the end of the last century a number of US public schools banned ‘The Simpsons’ merchandise and t-shirts. In spite of the ban, their merchandise still continued to be popular and generated US$2 billion in revenue in its first 14 months of sales. Their popularity paved the way for them in turning into a billion-dollar merchandizing industry.

Merchandise includes everything you can imagine, from t-shirts to posters. The iconic characters have inspired unique editions of board games, including Clue, Scrabble, Monopoly, Operation, and The Game of Life. Trivia and card games have also been introduced. There are Simpsons comic books and related publications, including 9 comic book series from Bongo Comics publication. The comics have also been made available in book form and there’s episode guides too. There’s numerous soundtrack and other musical releases including music that’s’ not been aired on the show. You can purchase The Simpsons Movie DVDs and DVD boxsets. You can buy video of episodes that have been aired. Seasons one to ten have been released on DVD in many continents. You can even buy The Simpsons video games. This includes The Simpsons, The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space Mutants, The Simpsons Road Rage, The Simpsons Hit & Run and The Simpsons Game (2007).



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Xbox Remains A High Demand Gaming Machine by Bruno Auger

The Xbox is one of the most familiar console video gaming devices on the market. Bill Gates is rumored to have delayed its release for several years to include every bell and whistle of available technology to make it the ultimate gaming machine and one that everyone would want. Computers and the internet have made online gaming more attractive than console games to many game fans, so something was needed to boost the console concept. It was finally marketed late in 2001.

The console contains a basic computer chip and has multiple options for AV connections. It is compatible with standard AV cable, the RF connecter, TOSLINK audio and S-Video, SCART, and High Definition devices. The Xbox connect to Ethernet cable to a modem or router or as a wireless link. It can interface with a PC which greatly expands gaming potential and also has music capability as a player, a mixer or for karaoke. Accessories make it usable as a DVD player as well.

The controllers are an amazing collection of options and functions for Xbox. Far from the simple joystick and couple of buttons of the early console games, this controller looks more like the dashboard of a small plane. It comes in alternate models with two analog control sticks, a directional touch pad, six action buttons, Back and Start buttons, and slots for accessories. There's even a memory card slot that allows games to be stored for later play.

Some games disable the memory card function to prevent cheating, but of course some Xbox addicts find hacks to get around some of the protections. One of the huge draws is the availability of an online multiplayer gaming service that lets a gamer play with anyone else who owns this console anywhere in the world. Instead of competing with games online, they just joined in.

There has been controversy over pricing for this game, with Europe complain that they were being overcharged as much as 100% over the US prices, and new version releases also have had inflated prices. Other complaints have centered on the content and violence of individual game releases. This also has been the same for other brands of similar game consoles.

Purchasing an Xbox provides an incredible range of entertainment possibilities for children and adults. Prices have become much lower, and games themselves are often traded or sold used at a great discount. It remains a much desired holiday or birthday gift and many homes have more than one.



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