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ds
DS Transformer Case and Stylus Lacking in Transformation
It's sort of disappointing to get a Transformer DS case and stylus only to find that it doesn't do anything other than sit there. More »
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Comment by WhatTheFrag: I'd much rather have this --> [www.bigbadtoystore.com] 10 Responses | Other threads
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voot, there it ain't
Here's Your $300 Stick to Play a $15 Game [Updated]
So, Virtual On: Oratorio Tangram has a "devoted fanbase," which in peripheral makers' lexicon means "cash geyser." The XBLA title runs $15; Hori's custom stick costs 20 times that. But it misses a big point. More »
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By Owen GoodComment by Jeff Paine: I say, shut the fuck up until you've actually used it and find that the left and right sticks respond... 19 Responses | Other threads
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clips
The Scratch Turntable In Action
Take a look at Numark's "first and only legitimate DJ controller for gamers" in this turntable hyping video for Scratch: The Ultimate DJ. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by Whalesex: I just find this all funny because Numark has been a joke in the DJ community for ages. If... 22 Responses | Other threads
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pc
Logitech's Opulent $300 Flight Sim Controller Is 15 Years Too Late
Had Logitech's G940 "Flight System" been released in the mid-90s, it would have been the most desirable thing on the planet. Now, though, in 2009, it just feels a little...wasted. More »
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Comment by carrliadiere: Flight Sim 360, please. Not 360AD, XBox 360. Surely it couldn't be THAT hard to do. 7 Responses | Other threads
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wii
Use Your N64, NES & SNES Pads On The Wii
Not the first time this has been done, granted, but Komodo's Retro Adapter is certainly the most elegant way of using all your old Nintendo pads on the Wii. More »
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Comment by esnelpla: The hard part will be finding a Nintendo 64 controller without a huge joystick dead zone. Damn you, Mario Party. 17 Responses | Other threads
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ps3
How To Use Your Universal Remote With Your PS3
Universal remote controls use infra-red. The PS3 communicates via Bluetooth. Which, up til now, has meant the console wouldn't work with universal remotes. But no longer! More »
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Comment by chamoo232: why not buy the official sony ps3 remote for 25$ instead? 12 Responses | Other threads
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harmonix
The Beatles: Rock Band Gets The Beatles Guitars
Harmonix and MTV today announce two new Beatles-themed guitar controllers going on sale when The Beatles: Rock Band hits stores in September - the Rickenbacker 325 and Gretsch Duo Jet.
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By Mike FaheyComment by Fallible.: I don't know much about the game, so excuse my ignorance, but $450 (all-in, of course) for what's really nothing... 23 Responses | Other threads
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wii
New Inductive Wii Remote Charger Supports Motion Plus
The Energizer Inductive Charging System is a neat little Wii remote charger that can charge your controller whether it sports a silicon jacket or Wii Motion Plus add-on. More »
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Comment by Char Aznable says, Hail to the King of Pop: Interesting technology. Soon we'll have those pads we can toss anything with a rechargeable battery pack onto. Can't wait. 14 Responses | Other threads
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DSI
Thrustmaster Unveils DSi Stand For One-Handed Net Browsing
Thrustmaster today unveiled a stand for the DSi and a strap that doubles as a charger for the portable. More »
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Comment by dafunkk12: I'm curious to get a more detailed shot of the DSi charger strap, but the cloth coating visible on the... 4 Responses | Other threads
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microsoft
Lips Mics Will Work With Metallica, Rock Band 2
Microsoft's nifty wireless microphones that were packed in with Lips just got a whole lot more useful, supporting Guitar Hero Metallica and soon Rock Band 2. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by akilshohen: well I might get RB now. I wonder how the mic will work in there. 6 Responses | Other threads
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ps3
Finally, Universal Remotes Work On A PS3
As Sony no doubt intended, my PS3 is the heart of my living room. I watch DVDs on it, Blu-Rays on it, stream movies from my PC on it. But I do so under duress. More »
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Comment by Sebastian Baba: Wonder if you can use this when PSN is down.. like right now... :( 17 Responses | Other threads
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peripherals
The Mouse Sent Back In Time To Kill Sarah Connor
Ask PC gaming snobs why they prefer playing games on a rig to a console and they'll tell you, it's the controls. Pads just can't match the speed and accuracy of a mouse and keyboard. More »
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Comment by Werrick: I'm a PC gaming snob and the chances that I'd buy something like this are very slim. I had to... 11 Responses | Other threads
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wii
Meet The 007 Of Wii Gun Accessories
Or the Transporter of Wii accessories. Depending on your standards. Our standards, well, we don't much care for the gun. We do care for the fact it's a Wii accessory that's putting some effort in. More »
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Comment by Sammo21: Oh snaps, another controller for a system I haven't turn on in a year. No thanks. Perhaps people... 7 Responses | Other threads
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wii
Ten Strange Wii Controllers
PC Mag has a fun rundown of the ten coolest Wii controllers, from scalpels to pom poms and rifles, over on their site. Here's a look: More »
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Comment by bableebooblah-new and improved.: you could probably rob a bank with the crossbow one, just because people are stupid. 5 Responses | Other threads
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peripherals
Nyko's Wii Wand Gets Rumble Nunchuck
Nyko shows off exactly what their Trans-Port technology can do with the introduction of a vibrating nunchuck attachment and gun controller for their Nintendo remote alternative, the Wand. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by fallenturtle: So if a 3rd party is allowed to make such devices for the Wii, can they make such devices for... 5 Responses | Other threads
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pc
Logitech Delays Pricey LCD Gaming Keyboard
Logitech's G19 high-end gaming keyboard, which comes with a LCD capable of playing video or working as a mini-monitor, won't be coming out until May, two months after it's original ship date. More »
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Comment by sanman7890: I just bought the second version of the G15. And with the 50$ gift card I had for dell from buying... 10 Responses | Other threads
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resident evil
Mad Catz Return To Form With Resident Evil 5 Stuff
Last few months, Mad Catz have been doing their best to convince us they've turned a corner. Are now putting out quality merchandise, instead of the crap they're renowned for. And we believed them! More »
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Comment by jpoppyz: Does ANYONE by console skins or controller stickers? i mean really...this is ridiculous 18 Responses | Other threads
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what is it?
Novint Falcon Soon To Confuse Console Gamers Too
With the peculiar-looking Novint Falcon finally gaining some solid support in mainstream games, such as Valve's Left 4 Dead, the company plans on bringing the 3D controller to consoles. More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by XperimntNterror: it's supposed to replicate mouse movement in 3D space, huh? seriously, i don't think i'd even know how to use... 5 Responses | Other threads
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rock band 2
Nifty Ottoman Hides Your Rock Band Instruments
Much to the delight of my wife, a good third of our game closet is filled with Guitar Hero and Rock Band instruments. Which means this sexy storage device is a must have. More »
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Comment by animexplorer: why oh why people buy this shit. better get a real electric guitar and lear how to play it. this... 17 Responses | Other threads
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consumer electronics Show 2009
Logitech's Color-LCD Sporting Keyboard, New Mouse and Headphones
Logitech today took the wraps off of three new PC gaming peripherals: A color LCD-toting keyboard, a 5000-dpi mouse and a 7.1-channel surround sound headset. More »
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Comment by lilaliendog: not wireless? are we going back in time? 29 Responses | Other threads
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Unboxings
Mad Catz Street Fighter Joystick Unboxed
Oh why couldn't this have been me on Christmas morning instead of the guys at Mad Catz unboxing their own Street Fighter IV Tournament Edition Arcade Sticks? More »
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By Mike FaheyComment by Kamix: Wow, I never knew Mad Catz made products that didn't look like cheap plastic waste. Kudos to them for pulling... 7 Responses | Other threads
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pc
Customized 3D Gaming Monitors Coming to CES
iZ3D plan to show off a new line of 3D monitors at next month's Consumer Electronics show. The line-up includes a 22-inch monitor with a custom paint job. More »
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Comment by gametr4x: "In 3D mode, viewers see bright, sharp 3D images or video simply by installing the software driver and wearing any... 5 Responses | Other threads
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wii
Prepare For Punch-Out With These Tacky Wii Boxing Gloves
Everlast, as you may be aware, are kind of a big deal in the world of boxing goods. They make, among other things, boxing gloves. Gloves like these ones, which are unique amongst their range by being designed less for punching men in the mouth with, and more for helping you swing your Wii Remote around like an idiot. Priced at $30, they include straps for the peripherals and holes so you can still use the buttons. Hopefully they're not as padded as real ones; we want people punching themselves in the face while regretting their purchase to really learn from the mistake. More »
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Comment by The_full_metal_alchemist: ps how are you supposed to hit the a button if you need it lol 6 Responses | Other threads
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retro
Classic Atari Joystick Goes USB
The standard Atari joystick was not designed for comfort. Or for gaming, really, if we are being honest. Retro cool aside, looking at it now it resembles something you would expect to find on a Soyuz mission control console. More »
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Comment by Eltigro: I guess I wasn't that big a gamer with my 2600. I don't remember my hand ever hurting. ... 3 Responses | Other threads
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peripherals
Palm Sweat Begone! MetalStrike Joystick With Built-In AC
The MetalStrike from Genius is a Joystick With Built-In Air Conditioning. More »
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Comment by Spenze: um... is palm sweat even from heat? I always thought it was more from nervousness/excitement. 3 Responses | Other threads
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iphone
iPhone Too Portable? Try The Marware Game Gripâ„¢
If you enjoy playing games on your iPhone but are concerned that the Best Portable Device For Gamesâ„¢ just doesn't feel solid enough in your big manly hands, pay attention. More »
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Comment by lazlo_chatter: Man I'd hate to get a call in the middle of a gaming session with that thing. You'd look like... 7 Responses | Other threads
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Tatsunoko Vs. Capcom
New Wii Arcade Sticks (Now With Added Tatsunoko vs. Capcom!)
Exar make great arcade sticks, and are bringing two new ones to the Wii. You may/will be interested. Both are basically the same thing - a classic six-button arcade layout - but come in two flavours. One is a standard, blank stick, which breaks up the requisite Wii-white with a lovely shade of blue. The other is the same stick, just with some classy Tatsunoko vs. Capcom branding all over it. The blank one launches November 27 for ï¿¥5229 (USD$56), while the Tatsunoko vs. Capcom one launches December 11 for ï¿¥6279 (USD$67). Don't complain about the higher price. Gatchaman is worth the extra spend. More »
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Comment by NinjaWilliams: Bah, this fighter would be great on PS3/360, you know it makes sense Capcom, c'mon!!!... 9 Responses | Other threads
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controllers
A Brief History of Controllers: A and B
I meant to post this interesting little history lesson on controller mapping since the NES a few weeks ago, but an ill-fated department camping trip to the wilds of SoCal got in the way; Matthew Gallant of the aptly named 'Quixotic Engineer' takes us down memory lane and on a flying tour of the evolution of various controllers: More »
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Comment by Charlie Kelly: I think my favorite is the xbox 360 controller. I remember the right side D pad on my virtua boy... 22 Responses | Other threads
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wii
Thrustmaster Get Wii Lightsaber Peripherals RIGHT
Good old Thrustmaster! They made the baddest PC joysticks back in the 90s, and...well, to be honest that's the last experience I had with the company, since my Top Gun joystick from, oh, 1999 is still going strong. Think it's time to get reacquainted with their wares, though, after seeing their entry into the field of tacky Wii Remote clip-on accessories/peripherals. Where other companies would cut corners, release a shark gun, release a plastic tennis racquet, Thrustmaster have released the "Glo Saber Duo Pack", which while lacking an official Star Wars license does come with two very official-looking sabers, which light up (they're LEDs) for added faux-authenticity. Only thing they don't do is make a wwhhuummm noise, but if that's what kept the costs down to $35, we can do it ourselves. More »
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Comment by Gantz: Your Trusted Friend in Science.: And here I thought Thrustmaster would make adult toys... 7 Responses | Other threads
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rock band
Mad Catz Launch Porta-Drums For Rock Band
Anyone who co-habits with a non-gamer - be they partner, parent or pissed off flatmate - will have had the "Why is this shit in front of the TV" conversation. More »
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Comment by Oyako: I would actually be able to make great use of this. my rock band drum kit has been sitting in... 2 Responses | Other threads
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stix 200
Stix 200 Impressions - Looks Like A Wii Remote, And That's All
Back in the beginning of July I wrote up the announcement of GoLive2's Wii remote-aping PC peripheral Stix, a device that would allow PC gamers to play specific web-based games using motion sensing controls, and then just as quickly forgot all about it. Lo and behold, the week before I leave for the Games Convention a package arrives on my doorstep. Well, on my mother's doorstep, addressed to Chris Fahey, but close enough. Inside was the Stix 200 combo pack, which I excitedly ran home with, setting it on my coffee table before leaving for the airport. Now I've finally gotten a chance to crack them open and play through some of their game offerings, and I have to say that this is exactly the sort of Christmas present parents who can't get their hands on a Wii should get their children to make them cry. More » -
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Awesomely Inessential WiiMote Holder
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Mad Catz Making Official Street Fighter IV Controllers
Typically when a Mad Catz controller press release crosses my desk I don't spend much time worrying over it. But this, this is much different. Mad Catz today announced that they've secured the license to make controllers and accessories for a number of Capcom games including Bionic Commando, Resident Evil 5 and (gasp) Street Fighter IV.
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Comment by freespeech2: i never had any problems with playing sf or any fighting game (2d or 3d) on the consoles. Actually,... more » | Other threads
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Guitar Hero World Tour
Logitech Guitar Hero World Tour Premium Instruments Coming
Logitech is getting into the Guitar Hero business, it seems. More »
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Comment by EvilTim102: That's kind of lame. You think they'd just make it for a decent music game instead. more » | Other threads
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mad catz
Raving Rabbids Controllers Coming
Mad Catz just landed the rights to start pumping out branded accessories based on Ubisoft's casual-game-centric Rayman Raving Rabbids franchise. The multi-year agreement gives Mad Catz the right to create a "range of accessories" for the DS Game Boy Advanced, PC, Playstation 2, Wii and Xbox 360. More » -
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Ben Heck's Guitar Hero Pedal
What, Ben Heck, coming up with excellent, craft, gaming-related things? You don't say. This is his latest contraption, a heavy-duty pedal designed to work with Guitar Hero to give it that extra dash of authenticity. After Heck did some one-handed GH controllers for the Games for Health conference, Activision decided to send him some guitars for further experimentation, and these are what he came up with. Although primarily designed to allow someone with the use of only one hand to play Guitar Hero (as the pedal allows them to strum with their feet), they can also be used to activate the whammy bar, giving them a much more general application. While they look nice and rugged, the highlight's got to be the fact he wired them using the controller cables from an old Jaguar controller. More »
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Comment by sandwiches: That's cool. Really, really cool, but wouldn't a simpler, one-handed Guitar Hero option be to just mod a guitar... more » | Other threads
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By Mark WilsonComment by freespeech: @guspaz: not hard but it's actually quite comfortable to hold the wheel instead of just the wiimote!!!!!!!!!!! more » | Other threads
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mods
Jug Hero, The New Global Phenomenon
Is Man ever really any happier than when He's playing with a nice pair of jugs? Apparently that's the philosophy behind Jug Hero.Two players are assigned one jug instrument each, which they blow puffs of air into to score points. Players also "clink" their instruments together in a social "cheers!" that allots them bonus points.
The PC-based game uses a jug peripheral loaded with a microphone (to sense blowing), force-sensor (to sense cheersing/shattering) and a small keyboard (to entertain the hands). But since pictures speak 1,000 words and Flash video speaks...well there are estimates ranging from 10,000 to -208...we have gameplay footage for you after the jump. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by k7lim: + Watch videoHello, We're only going to be able to appear on the Sunday of Maker Faire (May 4), because of... more » | Other threads
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metal gear solid 4
Oh, That MGS4 Headset Is Real
Not real. Pffft. What the hell do I know. Turns out that Bluetooth MGS4 headset is real, as over the weekend we learned that the product is not only already appearing in the catalogue of peripheral manufacturer PDP, but has also begun turning up in retail databases across Europe and the US. You can see above part of the entry in PDP's latest retailer catalogue (full-page version after the click), which not only confirms the headset's existence, but its feature set as well. For $60, you'll be getting up to 8 hours talk time, a 30ft range, an auto-shut-off function to save battery life and a snazzy little carry case. The headset will be released on June 12, same day as the game itself. More »
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Comment by nopzy_skyline_v35: Sick headset that I ever saw.Awesome design.I really like it.. more » | Other threads
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nintendo
Triforce Cutting Board, Now You're Playing With Flour
For Kotaku's ever-growing chef contingent, this Zelda-inspired cutting board is built from the finest (we don't really know if it is the finest, but it sounds good) walnut and hard-maple wood for chopping as many leafy vegetables as it takes for gems to pop out. We know the $125 price tag will prove too hefty for some, but for what is surely the world's first foray into unlicensed, triforce-themed cutting blocks, we can't complain too much. Besides, we'd drop that amount in a heart piece if it included a bundled Master Sword Ginsu. We apologize for the lame puns. We're all done now. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by captronj: @SirNirian: that's why you have multiple boards, particularly an extra plastic/stone one for meats. wood cutting boards are great for... more » | Other threads
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