<![CDATA[Kotaku: thinkgeek]]> http://tags.kotaku.com/assets/base/img/thumbs140x140/kotaku.com.png <![CDATA[Kotaku: thinkgeek]]> http://kotaku.com/tag/thinkgeek http://kotaku.com/tag/thinkgeek <![CDATA[Dreamcast New In Box $99 At ThinkGeek]]> Retire that poor, battered Dreamcast desperately clinging to life in your entertainment center with a shiny new one from ThinkGeek, where they're offering the console new in box for $99.

I don't know where they got them, or how many they have. I just know that geek superstore ThinkGeek.com is now selling new Dreamcast consoles complete in their boxes for $99. I also know that I am desperately trying to keep myself from purchasing one, so if you all could help them sell out before I am tempted to replace the one I already have, that would be great. *hits checkout* Too late.

The price might be a bit higher than you can find elsewhere, but 2-day shipping is less than $10, so it balances out a bit.

And if older consoles aren't your thing, be sure to check out the USB Nintendo Entertainment System controller they've got in stock, offering all the joy of an NES controller with the convenience of USB.

Original Sega Dreamcast Console [ThinkGeek.com]

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<![CDATA[What's This On My Desk? Just INVINCIBILITY.]]> Oh, hey Sharon. Yeah, I'm looking forward to the weekend too. Oh, what's this star? Nothing for you to worry about. Let's just say, a man like me occasionally needs...some protection...if you catch my drift.

No, no, I didn't mean it that way, Sharon! Not protection as in "wee," protection as in "Wii!" (You can't actually see the spelling of my words, can you?) Please Sharon, step away from human resources. OK, then at least tell them that I have this musical star on my desk for protection—as in invincibility. When I touch it, my body begins to glow for 15 seconds and all things that can harm me bounce off my skin. Can you do that for me, Sharon? Thanks, I wouldn't want them to think I was a weirdo or something! Haha! Amiright??

Super Mario Singing Glow Star
[Think Geek via Geek Alerts]

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<![CDATA[Super Pii Pii Brothers...What Can You Say?]]> Occasionally there's a story that hits on April 1st that you only wish was a prank. Pii Pii Brothers, a $35 import for the Nintendo Wii, is such a story. OK, it's actually just a prank. But still.

The play mechanics are simple. Prepare yourself by strapping on the included belt harness and jacking in your Wiimote.
Oh man. And it only gets worse.
A series of toilets are presented on screen and the challenge is to tilt your body to control a never-ending stream of pee. Get as much pee in the toilets as you can while spilling as little on the floor as possible. Sounds easy eh? Well the toilets open and close whack-a-mole style and occasionally the stray cat or other cute critter pops up. Spray a cat for extra points.
OK, I'll admit that the game sorta had me until the peeing on homeless animals part. Seriously, peeing on stray pets? Seriously? If there's any good that's come of this, it's that women can experience the thrill of virtual bipedal urination. In other words, no good has come of this. Happy April 1st. Super Pii Pii Brothers [ThinkGeek via Geekologie]]]>
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<![CDATA[ThinkGeek's 8-Bit Tie Goes Gold]]> The kids at ThinkGeek have made good on their promise to create the April Fool's Day joke turned real product, the 8-bit tie. The tie is now in stock at ThinkGeek's online store for the low price of $19.99. The handmade polyester will make you the envy of your dorky friends and the shame of whatever family function for which you're forced to dress formally. For extra nerd cred... it's a clip-on!

Halloween is just around the corner, with Christmas and Hannukah closing in. Perfect for the tie-wearing rebellious nerd in your life.

The ThinkGeek 8-bit Tie [ThinkGeek - thanks, xenovis!]

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<![CDATA[ThinkGeek's 8-Bit Tie Not Just Vaporwear]]> What started out as an April Fool's joke may turn into a real product. ThinkGeek's clip-on 8-Bit Tie appeared on the site yesterday and received such an overwhelmingly positive response, they've decided to actually produce the damn thing.

From ThinkGeek:

Hey! You! Quit emailing us to make this for REAL already ;) We promise, we'll make it. In fact we are already working on it. You've just forced our hand! Click the 'email me when available' link above to get notified! Thanks! I guess the joke is on us this year :p

But that WiiHelm? You're probably going to have to make your own. Thanks Janson!

The ThinkGeek 8-bit Tie [ThinkGeek]

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<![CDATA[The Retro Famicom Controller Alarm Clock]]>

Destructoid's dudes found this pretty swank retro Famicom Alarm Clock over at Think Geek. Best serving as a travel alarm, the clock features:

• Alarm clock looks like a classic NES (Famicom in Japan) Controller • Use the D-Pad and buttons to change modes and set the alarm • Alarm sounds from Super Mario Bros. • Built-in mini-game • Score high enough in the mini-game and unlock another alarm sound. • Built-in Stand • Dimensions: 5 x 2 x .8 • Requires 2 AAA Batteries. Not Included.

I like the concept of a mini-game to unlock another alarm sound. I'm betting on the Zelda theme — that would certainly make for a rousing start to a bleary-eyed morning. It goes for $25, which isn't too shabby.

Nintendo Controller Alarm Clock [Think Geek]

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<![CDATA[Grow Your Own 1Up Mushrooms]]> 1upMushroom.JPG

ThinkGeek has gone from selling sweet gadgets to retailing in little techno-miracles. Check out a list of some of their new goodies:


Grow Your Own "1UP" Mushroom Kit ($9.99):
Finally, Super Mario Brothers lovers can grow their own green and white polka dot mushroom. Who says you have to collect 100 coins to obtain an extra life?

USB Tanning Center ($24.99): Geeks are notoriously pale no more! With this easy-to-install UV light, anyone can achieve that deep, dark island tan without having to leave their desktop.

BuzzAire ($12.99):
For those who feel their double mocha latte with an extra shot of espresso just does not cut it any more, this device offers a quick blast of super-caffeinated oxygen for a buzz that no coffee can compete with.

The Screened Sphorb ($39.99):
In a recent survey conducted by ThinkGeek.com, 100 out of 100 people rated this as the number one product in the world. Unfortunately, words alone can not describe the greatness the Screened Sphorb possesses.

Wireless Extension Cords ($34.99): Tired of tripping over the tangled mess of wires from all your peripherals? These highly anticipated wireless extension cords provide power to any unit within 100 feet of any outlet. Users are seriously urged not to cross between transmitter and receiver.

The iZilla ($499.99): The end all, be all of digital music players, the iZilla has two terabytes of memory, capable of storing over 600,000 songs in every available format. This handsome, white briefcase weighs just a touch over 30 pounds, is Bluetooth and Wi Fi enabled and runs on 16 'D' batteries.

Wait, what's tomorrow again?

ThinkGeek

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<![CDATA[ThinkGeek Tee Jumps On Jack Thompson]]>

Never one to hang about long, Thinkgeek have brought out a special commemorative tee: subtle it ain't!

While we're on the subject of JT, Gamepolitics has the latest news about Jack on CNN up which has garnered a walloping 350 comments already (at time of posting).

What fun!

Eds Note: This might not be new, but one can never show too much Thompson disdain.

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