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Geeky Gaming Controller Ornaments FTW!

GeekSugar — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:50:58 -0800

Can you really put a price tag on joy? I say no cause that's exactly what I felt when I stumbled across these amazing Controller Ornaments. For a mere $25, you can have your own collection of gaming controllers that span decades - from Super NES to PS3 to Sega - so there's sure to be one that satisfies your inner gaming goddess. Sold as a set of seven, the acrylic ornaments come in four different colors, but without your string or hooks, so you'll have to fashion your own way of getting them on your tree.

Don't celebrate with a Douglas Fir? I've already thought of several different ways to incorporate these into my everyday life after the holidays. Window ornaments, wall art, even sealed into the top of a DIY outdoor table. See? I bet you can come up with a few on your own.

Video Game Consoles Throughout Time

GeekSugar — Fri, 23 May 2008 15:00:27 -0700

It's time to pay some respect to the video game consoles of the past 30 years, which paved the way for all the high-tech consoles we use today - hello, the Wii?! Isn't it ironic how each and every one of these consoles was a leader of its time? I mean come on, when the first Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) came out in 1985, it was the best-selling gaming console of its time (selling 62 million units worldwide). And since then, consoles have evolved beyond our wildest dreams. Enjoy!

What Does a Guy's Gaming Console Say About Him?

GeekSugar — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 11:00:26 -0800

Even if I spot an old Playstation hooked up to a guy's TV, I'm not going to pass judgment-ok, so maybe I'm secretly wishing he had a Wii hiding somewhere. In a recent article by Kotaku, a panel of gamers were asked the tough questions about what a console says about a guy-Now I've got your attention don't I?!

The experts include NY-based psychologist Carl Arinoldo, DeVry University's Ed Magnin, online gaming network CEO Ted Owen and GameTrailers.com's Shane Satterfield. Here's a little fun quiz to help shed some light on guy gamers and their "choice of console." Keep in mind that all answers are personal opinions of the experts. Click on "take the quiz" below to get started!

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Do You Travel With Your Video Game Console?

GeekSugar — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:05:22 -0700

Packing for a recent trip to visit my family, my sister begged me to bring Singstar (we're a big karaoke family). I explained that if I brought the game, I'd have to bring the PS3 console, and I bet you can guess what she said. Sadly, with wanting to be a light traveler (and not wanting to pay to check bags), I have to say sorry, I can't bring it with.

The size of the PS3 makes it a bulky companion anyhow; the Wii, on the other hand, travels comfortably and easily - and there also seems to be a lot of great travel bags for the Wii, from the bowling bag variety to the monogrammed variety.

Long story short, I've got to find a bag as cute so that I can make my family happy and making my Playstation 3 my travel companion. Do your gaming consoles get around? What do you tote them in?

Are You Loyal to Video Game Console Makers?

GeekSugar — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 13:12:01 -0700

It started with the Atari. It took a few tries to get my little hands and thumbs acquainted with the controller, but once I got a taste of Pong, it was all over. The original NES, Gameboys, Super NES, Sega, Playstation, the DS, the Wii - I've plugged an impressive array of consoles into my TV (or slipped the portables into my bag).

Even though I don't feel that I have brand loyalty to any particular gaming company, it's a fact that I've owned five different Nintendo consoles. I do tend to love Nintendo, but I love any console that's fun and works well. But what about you? Do you tend to stick to Sony and get PlayStations, or are you strictly a Nintendo-head, or something else?

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The Armies Face Off For the Video Game Console Wars!

GeekSugar — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 14:02:36 -0700

No matter which console you use, you probably have a bit of loyalty for a game maker - who do you love? Nintendo, Microsoft, or Sony? Watch this video to see the three sides represented - all the classic players are there, like Mario and Link, but my favorite is Bill Gates with a massive weapon in his hand.

Do You Have More Than One Video Game Console?

GeekSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 09:00:29 -0700

When I spotted Heidi and Spencer coming out of their Facebreaker release party with two Xbox 360s - ostensibly, one for each of them - I scoffed, "Do Heidi and Spencer really need two Xboxes?! Really?!" (You remember Facebreaker, the game where they knock each other out. Real healthy for the relationship).

Of course, I feel semi-hypocritical, since I actually have three consoles at home - albeit not the same ones (a Wii, PS3 and Xbox). And yes, I really do think I need all of them. The games aren't the same, and though they're all next-gen consoles, the game play is completely different (not to mention the Blu-ray player and other media capabilities of my PS3).

And, as undeniably geeky as I am, I don't think it's that geeky to have more than one gaming console, but rather common, actually. So tell me: Do you have more than one video game console in your place?

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Will You Buy an Upgraded PSP 3000?

GeekSugar — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:00:09 -0700

I'm a fan of the PSP. It's got some amazing graphic capabilities, and since one of my favorite games is on the PSP, it's totally handy to have with me when I travel. But if I'm being honest, the PSP does have its drawbacks; most notably being the screen glare! I love that I can watch movies more comfortably than I could with my iPod, but contorting the console to get the best angle while on the go is kind of a bummer.

So the announcement of the spruced-up PSP, called the PSP 3000 – which will hit European markets in October – has me anticipating an upgrade. The $250 dollar PSP 3000 will have an improved LCD screen with reduced glare, so I can play games and watch videos outside comfortably, and will also boast a built-in mic for all those Skype calls I'll be making.

Since I'm still not sure how many of you own a PSP, tell me, will you buy a PSP 3000 when it hits the States?

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Do You Prefer Portable or Console Systems?

GeekSugar — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 10:10:42 -0700

I've always thought of portable gaming systems like the Nintendo DS or Sony PSP as substitutes for the real thing. Don't get me wrong, I always slip my DS into my purse when I know I am going to have to wait for a plane, train or automobile, but it's just not as engaging and exciting as playing the game on a console like the Wii or Xbox. It's the big sound. It's the vibration. It's the big screen. When it comes to gaming, do you prefer one or the other or do you love them equally?

Special Edition Pink Playstation 2 Makes Aussie Debut

GeekSugar — Sun, 11 Mar 2007 04:33:40 -0700

This fun special edition bubble gum pink PS2 has already been making its world wide jet setting tour. Starting last November, it was first on the scene in Europe and the UK and now it is making its way to Australia on March 15th. I think its great that gaming consoles are taking on a new style of femininity. They are also hitting a totally new demographic - women and people of all ages. Take the Nintendo Wii for example, its popularity keeps soaring as it is easy to use and gets alot of people engaged. With fun playstation games like karaoke Singstar, this gaming console will be another user-interactive success. Keep checking back for US availability. Price has yet to be released.

[via Shiny Shiny and Kotaku ]