Video Games

Animal Crossing: Wild World

Animal crossing DS game
most fought over game with my children. They all love it and spend hours play between several games

nice laid back game
I fell in love with Animal Crossing on the Gamecube, so this was a natural buy for me when I had heard it was released. Honestly….It’s one of the most faithful sequels that I’ve experienced in quite a while; all the gameplay made it over to the DS without much of a loss in graphic quality, and all the chores and tasks are still fun.

One of the things I liked most about the first game was going around and talking to all of my villages’ friends. They’re so cute, and the noises they make when speaking are adorable. Also, writing letters is fun, and I’ve written myself several “future” letters to myself, which I later opened and had a good chuckle over.

The only “bad” thing about this game might be that when I first got it, I played the heck out of it, and kind of got burned out, put it down, and didnt pick it up again for several months. But when I did, alot of my townsfolk had up and moved away, and the ones that had stayed were really upset that i hadn’t visited in a while. Also, weeds had overun my town, and it took me forever to pull them all out.

The game runs in real time, which means that even when you arent playing, time passes in the game. Kind of a neat concept.

If you want a relaxing game of writing letters to people, talking to villagers, running errands, and building up and paying off your house, this is something you might enjoy.
Nintendo DS

Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney

A Great Start
I haven’t finished yet, but Apollo Justice stands up to everything that Phoenix Wright was before him. Quirk characters as well as surprising turns in the trials is just as prevelant as it was in the original three. Although the characters from the originals aren’t in there (or most of them anyway), Apollo has a lot of new characters to offer that are just as entertaining. Don’t be fooled though, Phoenix is still in the game, but in a decidedly different role. The gameplay is very similiar to Phoenix’s games while also introducing some features that only a DS could bring to life, such as examining the evidence from all sides, as was introduced in the fifth case of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney (Rise from the Ashes. The features didn’t follow through to any other game until now).

Although my favorite characters from the original three aren’t involved, Apollo Justice is a lot better than I thought it would be, and I would be extrememly happy to see another come out as a sequel to this game.
Nintendo DS

Nintendo DS Lite Crimson & Black

Excellent game system and great color!
I had been looking for a DS Lite since before Christmas but couldn’t find them anywhere. I thought for sure that Nintendo was redesigning the platform. I was not disappointed! The stunning blue color and quality of workmanship is great. The ease of playing games especially shared (over wifi) games is incredible. Definitely would recommend!

Lighter, brighter and smaller than the original DS, the Nintendo DS Lite is no less fun! With a variety of new features, brighter screens and adjustable backlighting, the DS Lite sets itself apart from every other hand-held gaming system on the market. More visible LED lights Center microphone Larger stylus for a better grip Easy-to-reach Start and Select buttons Removable cover keeps the Game Boy Advance cartridge slot clear from dust and debris when not in use Color - Crimson Black
Nintendo DS

Brain Age

Boring after a while
I found this “game” challenging for the first day and then got completely bored with it. You unlock all of the “training” activities after you’ve entered the training zone 16 times… so there’s no real mystery as to what’s in store day after day. I find the doctor a little annoying at times and wish he would stop saying the same things over and over again. I play soduku a lot and that’s been more fun than anything else. After you reach the goal of the 20 year old brain - there’s no more challenge to go after.

Great training, expect major improvement in memory, etc
It’s a little scary when you first find your brain age, but also motivating. There is a guide who talks to you and explains each training excercise well. Then he comments on your progress and gets a little silly. The farther you go in training the more programs he adds. Each one works you in a different way, and I love it. Also, the training programs are still GAMES, just good for you! I love feeling like I’m doing something GOOD for my brain, and boy, I need it! So if you feel that way too, just get it and see for yourself. Well done, great program. I want everyone I know to use it!

Very Fun
This game is great! I have to say it’s a bit of a novelty to me now as I have played it less and less (although I really should just play it a little bit everyday). When I was playing it steady, I did notice that I was more focused. They definitely aren’t kidding that it trains your mind, but in a fun, and if you show it to family members, COMPETITIVE way. I actually showed it to my Grandmother and she loved it, because she said it keeps her mind going. It got me thinking that this is a great way for seniors to keep their minds active. My grandmother doesn’t really do much to keep herself busy and she often gets bored. I need to get her a DS and this game. For $20, this game is totally worth the purchase. Go for it.
Nintendo DS

Nintendo DS Lite Onyx Black

You can get lost
I bought this for my wife this past Christmas. I was a little worried about the purchase as she has never played video games. No Atari, no Nintendo, and definitely nothing like the newer gaming consoles. I felt I even had to follow this gift with a nice pair of earrings just in case it didn’t go over well.

When she opened it she was certainly surprised that I would giver her something like this and I believe in the back of her mind she thought it might be more for me. I can understand that as I was intrigued by it as well. I did have the itch to play it. I of course did buy Mario Bros. to relive my old school Nintendo days.

I also bought Brain Age and Sims Castaway for her just to start. After things settled down in the morning and the kids were taking naps she decided to try Sims Castaway. It was extremely easy to set up and navigate the system itself. About an hour goes by and she hasn’t looked up. I even tried to talk to her thinking she was listening to me…not a chance. She didn’t hear a word. She got pulled into this system fast and if you were to meet my wife you would have thought she would be one of the last people to get addicted to a gaming system.

Hands down this was an all time great gift. She still plays it everyday and the optional gaming list is long enough to keep her entertained for awhile.
Nintendo DS

Mass Effect Xbox 360

Mass Replay
I may be just a complete nerd but this game was great. I am on my fifth round through the game story with a third character (I’m trying to get all the achievements) but not just that, this game makes for a great replay cause you can always do things differently. though for the most part the core of the game stays the same, the rest of the game reacts to all your decisions. plus with updates to the game, one coming here in march of 2008, The game will keep expanding even further. It really is its own universe. I’ve always enjoyed Bioware’s games and this one is on the top of my list.

Set 200 years in the future in an epic universe, Mass Effect places gamers in a vast galactic community in danger of being conquered by a legendary agent gone rogue. A spectacular new vision from legendary developers BioWare, Mass Effect challenges players to lead a squad of freedom fighters as they struggle against threatening armies to restore peace in the land. Mass Effect is the first in a trilogy of games with an overarching story, where the real conflict between organic beings and artificial intelligence comes to life in startling clarity. Intense, in-depth story where the fate of life as you know it depends on you Features six character classes, along with six more unlockable ones - each class contains several talents As each talent is leveled, the character either gains stats (extra health, stamina, etc) or unlocks new abilities. Players can fully customize their appearance, gender, abilities and even military background. Four classes of conventional weapons ESRB Rated M for Mature
Xbox 360 For Sale

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Engage the rage with Super Smash Bros. Brawl! The third installment of the incredibly successful Super Smash Bros. series is now on the Wii, The roster islonger than ever, but that just means more butt to kick across over a dozen different, graphic-rich stages with original moves, new modified moves, and a brand-new super attack called Final Smash! Old favorites like Mario, Link, Peach and Kirby are now joined by such exciting newcomers as Wario, Solid Snake and Sonic the Hedgehog. With a variety of new modes, an absolutely epic soundtrack and the ability to play with distant friends through online multiplayer, this is a game you’ll have to break your own fingers to put down. Original soundtrack from 36 different artists Online Multiplayer ESRB Rated RP for Rating Pending
Wii For Sale