1st day with FFXiii
Mar 10, 2010 Consoles, Video Games
As some of you know that we are huge fans of Final Fantasy’s games for the past years. As a matter of fact, our daughter’s name are both from this game FFIX and FFX. I wanna share my husband’s point of view about this new Final Fantasy XIII.
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Last night around midnight, I was one of the excited individuals who went to Gamestop to get a copy of the much awaited game called Final Fantasy XIII. A lot of gamers have been anticipating this game since its announcement almost four years ago. Final Fantasy XIII was actually released in Japan during the past holiday and since then a lot of critics from the West have been voicing their opinion on the game. Some negative opinions actually made me think twice about getting the game like how linear the game is and about the boring story line. However, I just thought that I still love great graphics and cutscenes so why not give it a try.
My wife's fave character so far...
Well, I’ve put in a few hours on the game and so far…so good. Right now, I don’t really have a problem if the game’s too linear because in my own opinion that’s how it should be. Final Fantasy games have a deep story that you need to follow in order for you to fulfill its entertainment value. You can’t just run around and go to different places and create your own story. That’s a different game. Try Oblivion or Dragon Age which are open world games. Final Fantasy is what I want to describe as like God of War where you follow only one path but instead of the hack and slash gameplay like the latter its more on strategy and inputting commands according to the given situation.
Gameplay
The story isn’t bad either. I want to say its decent. You’re introduced to some nice looking characters who all have things to achieve and so problems arises and then your eager to know what will happen next and how the story will unfold. Boring? Who ever said that in my opinion is very wrong. And of course, let’s not forget about the gorgeous cutscenes. Oohhh….the cutscenes really bring life to the story because they are all so beautiful. Just because of the cutscenes I can say without a doubt Final Fantasy XIII is the most beautiful game I’ve ever played. I can’t say that for the other version though. On PS3 its awesome but i heard the 360 version had to suffer a little bit on graphics because of its disc limitations.
Hope, Snow and Lightning's battle
Also, before I forget, the battles are also extremely fun. It’s more fast paced and while in battle the graphics are still amazing. Unlike past Final Fantasy games, where you want to flee everytime you encounter an enemy because it gets too boring well in XIII you’ll want to keep battling because of it’s fun gameplay and nice visuals.
Overall, this game is exactly what I expected it to be. It may not be what I want it exactly to be but for now I’m more than satisfied. This game may not be for everyone especially for fans of open world games but try to understand what Final Fantasy is all about then you’ll definitely appreciate it. Now, I am looking forward to future FF games. At least I know that Square Enix is heading the right direction.
The game’s Official Trailer
Tags: FFxiii, final fantasy, final fantasy XIII, PS3game, square enix
FFXIII, could this be my next FF fave?
Jan 22, 2010 Consoles
It has been a long time since my last play of Final Fantasy. Well, actually, I did not play all the FF series only FFviii, FFx and FFx2. Since I moved here in the US I dont have much time to play with my hubby’s PS3 though I play sometimes but not that intimate like yesterdays lol. The new Final Fantasy 13 is coming out this March 9, could this be my next FF fave? Could it be *wink* I’ve seen the preview and I think it has a great storyline like my previous FF fave. Ooohh and also the graphics for this game is breathtaking combined with new gameplay styles. Check out the preview and see for your self. It’s definitely something to watch out for this year…
Tags: FFxiii, final fanstay, Final Fantasy 13, ps3
PS3 Motion Sensing Controller!
Jan 17, 2010 Accessories, Consoles
Something to watch out this coming Spring for PS3 gamers.
…the prototype looks like a wand with a color-changing ball on top. It’s designed to work in conjunction with the PlayStation Eye, with the wand overlaid on-screen with a weapon or tool. Unlike Microsoft’s Project Natal, Sony says they’ve learned “some experiences need buttons,” which is why there’s still a controller involved. The system is said to be “sub-millimeter” precise, and it was demoed drawing and playing a shooter — it’s sort of the middle ground between Natal and Wii Motion Plus. Sony says it’ll launch in the spring of 2010, but we don’t know what pricing will be like yet.
Credits to Engadget.com
Watch the video patiently the controller’s functions are really cool!
Take note it’s only prototype. I wish the final version would look better than this prototype that looks like a microphone with pink head 
New Nintedo DSi XL!
Jan 12, 2010 Consoles
It was out in Japan last year of November. Its bigger than DSi and also comes with a bigger pen like a ballpoint pen. It will also be out here in the US and Europe by 1st quarter of this year. According to hubby, it’s not impressive and nothings new about it. It supposed to be a hand held device so why go bigger?
Biggern than PSPgo
Bigger than DSi, of course.
DSi and DSi XL
Video and images credit to www.computerandvideogames.com
Tags: nintedoDS, nintendo, nintendoDSi, nintendoDSiXL
YouTube – NBA LIVE 10 VS NBA 2K 10 HD
Oct 11, 2009 Consoles
My hubby loves to play this game on Playstation but this time he can’t decide which one he’s going to buy. So gamers out there, which do you think is better?
YouTube – NBA LIVE 10 VS NBA 2K 10 HD
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Tags: NBA 2k10, NBA Live 10, ps3 games
Our new toy ~ Junior (PS3)
May 15, 2009 Consoles
Two weeks ago we purchased the most popular console in the current year, the Playstation 3 80GB. We traded our old PS2 along with the games and other accessories. We didn’t actually plan to buy it but when we saw Gamestop’s promo we decided to get it since my husband wanted and waited for it too long. He didn’t get any present on his last birthday and last christmas. And so we got the console almost half of the price. This is gonna be my early father’s day and birthday gift for him.
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So what’s new in the latest version of PS3 compare to 20,30,60GB?
- 20 GB no wifi, no card reader, tiny HDD – DISCONTINUED
- 40 GB (PAL) no PS2 emulation at all, 2 PS2 ports, no card reader, small HDD
- 60 GB NTSC hardware based PS2 emulation, 4 USB ports, card reader, reasonable HDD – DISCONTINUED
- 60 GB PAL software based PS2 emulation, 4 USB ports, card reader, reasonable HDD – DISCONTINUED
- 80 GB software based PS2 emulation, 4 USB ports, card reader, reasonable HDD – RUMORED TO BE DISCONTINUED.
Snippet of an excellent review from a PS3 user. This review is a bit long but have patience to read it. It has lots of information you need for your lower hardware PS3.
Necessary disclosure: I do not own this model. I have what used to be a 60GB model, recently upgraded to 320GB – the gold standard.
As compared to the 60GB model:
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+ less expensive (I paid $599 for my 60GB PS3)
+ 33% more storage
+ needs less power
+ dual shock controller (rumble)
- no memory card interfaces
- 2 USB ports vs. 4 USB ports on the 60GB
- no PS2 compatibility
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This model comes with an 80GB drive. This is nice because, most would agree, 80GB is more than 60GB. If you feel that the extra 20GB is a big deal, maybe you should think again. I upgraded my 60GB to 320GB because I was about to run out of space, with only 10GB or so left. One month or so later, I’m using more than 80GB already – just downloaded the Ratchet and Clank minigame from PSN and it alone needs about 3GB. My advice is to buy this model and upgrade it yourself. It’s (relatively) easy and you can find a lot of advice if you Google for it. If you are thinking about waiting and getting the 160GB model for an extra $100, don’t. $100 would buy you the 320GB drive. I used the Western Digital WD3200BEVT 320 GB Scorpio Sata 5400 Rpm 8MB 2.5 inch myself. The nice thing about upgrading your disk is that you are also going to be left with a perfectly good 80GB drive which you can place into a cheap enclosure, and the StarTech SAT2510U2 InfoSafe 2.5-Inch USB/SATA Hard Drive Enclosure worked for me. I am using the free (in my case) 60GB drive as a backup device for family photos. Digital, of course.
The lack of memory card interfaces is annoying but you can get around it. Copy your stuff to a USB drive or flash drive and… problem solved. You can then upload your things through the USB. It’s somewhat inconvenient but it’s no big deal.
My old (10 months) 60GB model has 4 USB slots and I am using all of them. One for the PS3 Eye (camera), a second has a wireless keyboard dongle, the third is where the racing wheel plugs in and the last one I use to charge controllers. Can you live with 2 slots? I suppose you can but there’s going to be some plugging/unplugging if you begin adding peripherals. I suppose you could get one of those USB ports multiplexers. They’re ugly but… it’s doable.
PS2 compatibility… can’t get it. Sorry. I don’t play PS2 games but my kids do. In fact, they just bought some Sonic game a couple of days ago. I was surprised but… de gustibus. They’re also playing Kingdom Hearts and Destroy All Humans.
This model comes with a couple of improvements over the gold standard. It burns less electricity, which is a good thing for the rain forests, keeping them cool and maybe you save a few dollars on your electric bill. And, of course you get the advanced controller.
To summarize: buy it, upgrade the drive to 320GB or larger for $100, use the 80GB disk as a backup device, get yourself a USB port multiplexer if you need more than 2, transfer your photos to flash drives to get around the missing memory card interfaces, sell your PS2 games to finance the above, enjoy your PS3.
Tags: 80GBps3, conceptual photography, freya, ps3
PS3 or Jordan’s?
Jun 29, 2008 Consoles, Worth Blogging
Its my husbands birthday next Monday. He has been saving up some money to buy a PS3 as a present for himself. He has been talking about the PS3 since April but a few weeks ago he suddenly changed his mind. All of a sudden he’s really in to shoes now. Like those retro Nike’s and Jordan’s. He said he want to buy a retro Jordan shoes and the new Jordan’s. I can’t imagine how expensive those shoes are now.
Tags: Playstation, ps3, Sony
Nintendo Wii
Jul 26, 2006 Consoles
A new style of gaming “Nintendo Wii”
Wii sounds like “we,” which emphasizes this console is for everyone.
Wii can easily be remembered by people around the world, no matter what language they speak. No confusion. No need to abbreviate. Just Wii.
Unique Experiences
Wii makes you feel less like a player and more like you’re in the game. Frenzied sword battles are no longer confined to pushing a button. With Wii’s unique freehand controller, Nintendo puts you in the middle of the action. Forget about pushing a button to start a golf backswing. Wii lets you swing the club! Don’t push a button to swing a sword, actually swing the sword. Video games have always been a part of you, now you get to be a part of them. Step up to the next level of gaming.
Target price $250
Which gonna be on top? xbox360? PS3? NINTENDO wii? Let’s see it for ourselves 
