Plantronics GAMECOM 1 PC HEADSET ( 67003-01 )

Plantronics GAMECOM 1 PC HEADSET ( 67003-01 )

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : CE
Manufacturer : Plantronics
Brand : Plantronics
Label : Plantronics
Publisher : Plantronics
Model : 67003-01
Platform : Not Machine Specific
Studio : Plantronics

List Price: USD $29.95
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Features:

• GameCom1 PC Gaming Headset
• PLANTRONICS

Product Description
Get your head in the game with the Plantronics GameCom 1 Stereo PC Gaming Headset. Offering rich stereo sound and a noise-canceling microphone, the GameCom 1 is preferred by computer gamers worldwide.

Customer Reviews

Nice product (2009-03-13)
This is a great headset for the money. Sounds great, comfortable, mic works great. I use it for gaming and its perfect. It has a long cord which is good in a way but also tend to be a little cumbersome. I guess if it had a rectractable cord it would make it a little easier to deal with. But overall this is a great value.

Pleasantly surprised (2009-02-27)
I was not expecting much from a 25 dollar headset but it has proven to have good sound and to be very comfortable. I actually prefer it to my much more expensive logitech clearchat pro behind the ear one my wife bought me for christmas.

didn't last (2009-02-10)
I've owned this headset for about 4 months. The setup is a little peculiuar, but I loved it right away. The pads over the ears are very soft and apply just the right pressure. I was able to wear these for quite a while.

The microphones go out on headsets; that is just a fact of life. This mic goes out a little more often and quickly than many others. Mine died in about 2 months. The headphones are so good, I just move the mic boom out of the way and listen with them still. The microphone is adjustable and while it worked others told me my voice sounded very clear.

Great Gaming Headset (2009-01-06)
I bought this product mainly because it got great reviews and it was reasonably priced. I could not agree with the positive reviews more! The headset is really light, does not pinch my ears or squish my head(even when wearing glasses) and I have a big noggin! The earpieces are comfortable and have really good sound. The mic isn't as flexible as some, but I haven't had any trouble finding the right spot. I wear this headset for many hours at a time (WOW addict) and have not had any problems with it.
I have owned this headset for about 2 months now and am completely pleased with it. It seems pretty durable and the long cord is plus. A GREAT BUY for the price! A must have for any hard-core gamer!

Serves the purpose (2008-11-22)
The headset has a nice sound quality. I'm not an expert but if you just looking for a decent headset it will satisfy you.
The microphone very clear and can be switched on or off. A volume regulation is attached to the cord.

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Product Information and Prices stored: April 29 , 2009, 09:52

Halo 2

Halo 2

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Microsoft
Brand : Microsoft
Label : Microsoft
Publisher : Microsoft
Model : XBMSFT 805529792234
Platform : Xbox
Studio : Microsoft
ReleaseDate : 2004-11-09

List Price: USD $19.99
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Features:

• Master Chief can now wield two weapons at once, board Covenant vehicles and steal Covenant weapons like the incredible double energy sword
• Lead an all-new unit of super-soldiers, the ODST -- tougher, badder and deadlier versions of your old comrades
• New enemies, allies and surprises around every corner - intense combat action with enhanced AI and real-time lighting
• Immense single-player action with maassive landscapes and huge cities to explore and defend - destructible and interactive environments
• Take the action online with your Xbox Live and switch sides, to become a Covenant Elite!

Product Description
Halo 2 continues the story of Master Chief, the heroic super-soldier who defied the invading alien Covenant and survived. The Covenant leaders within Halo are angry at this unheard of event. To save face, they launch an invasion of our planet. Earth's defenses are breached, and we're all in danger -- unless Master Chief can lead a small military squad to victory against Covenant forces, in all-out guerilla warfare!
Amazon.com
Halo 2 is one of those rare video games that garnishes attention from regular folk who wouldn't know which direction to point a game controller. With more than 1.5 million pre-orders and a massive release party in Times Square, the game enjoys the sort of buzz, and sales, generally reserved for boy wizards. But does it merit the hype?

Opening Scene

Halo 2 opens with a cut scene in the Covenant Holy City of High Charity. Much has happened since Master Chief (that's you) created so much havoc for the Covenant in the first Halo, and the Arbiter has much atoning to do for his failures. This first cut scene is long, but the lush graphics, orchestral sound, and polished voice talent for both this and other cut scenes as well as the game itself put most animated television shows to shame.

Much has happened since Master Chief created so much havoc for the Covenant in the first Halo, and the Arbiter has much atoning to do.

In the end, though, Halo 2 is unabashedly a first-person shooter. It has a Mature rating and is not meant for kids. Gameplay is constant and intense. No sooner is one bunch of aliens taken care of than another descends. The controls are identical to the first game so those familiar with it will be up and blasting in no time. And the sound and graphics have been beefed up so that Halo 2 is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful console games available.

Opening Fire

Most of the weapons from the first game return, although strangely the MA5B Assault Rifle (the default weapon in the first game) is not available. There is a single melee weapon known as the Covenant Sword, but the controls for it are the same as that for all the shooter weapons, making it difficult to direct. Also, for a new twist, you can hold two of the smaller guns at the same time and shoot double-fisted.

As for vehicles, the old favorites are back and joined by a few new, mostly Covenant wheeled monsters. Some improvements have been made to the AI so that the nonplayer characters can drive without running into too many obstacles while you man the turret. This improved AI also has enemies ducking for cover, and the banter from both the Marines and the bad guys has undergone massive improvements so that it no longer sounds quite so repetitive.

On Your Own

The most significant change in the single-player game is with Master Chief's much-touted defensive suit. At the beginning of the game, he is told that the suit has been upgraded, but it's really undergone a severe downgrade. In Halo 2, the player has only one lifeline. Unlike in the first game, there is basically no defensive shield on the suit, making gameplay tougher. It can often take multiple--sometimes a maddening number--attempts to make it through thorny parts of the game.

Or with a Friend

Finally, no review of a Halo game is complete without mentioning multiplayer. One of the main reasons to buy Halo 2 is the ability to play through Xbox Live, a feature not included in the first game, which was among the original releases for the Xbox. Multiplayer for Halo 2 uses all of the same weapons and vehicles as in the single-player game, and the types of games available in Halo (King of the Hill, Slayer, Capture the Flag) return with a host of new maps. Multiplayer Halo 2 offers customizable profiles, control layout, and screens as well as a voice proximity feature, where you can talk with other players via an Xbox Communicator so that those closer to you sound louder than those farther away. Players can also create both permanent clans and temporary parties in the Xbox Live world. Undoubtedly, this multiplayer feature alone ensures that Halo 2 will remain a top-selling game for years to come. --David Morel

Pros:

• Lush graphics and orchestral sound
• Constant, thumping shoot-'em-up action
• Multiplayer available through Xbox live

Cons:

• Suit downgrade makes single-player often overly difficult
• Get ready for some bleary-eyed mornings

Customer Reviews

Better than Halo (2009-03-23)
Halo 2 improved over Halo with better controls, dual wielding, and a few new weapons and enemies. One should be prepared for a little confusion, you not only fight as the master chief, in some chapters you fight as an enemy called the arbiter. I found this somewhat confusing and did not really care for playing the arbiter, it seemed like I was betraying my side. While it is a fun game, there are others I like much better.

Sweet game!!! (2009-03-13)
I own Halo Combat Evolved (Halo 1) and its pretty good but when I played Halo 2 at my cousins house it blew Evolved right of the map! Great graphics, awesome game play, about 1000 different weapons (alien and UNSC). You get to play as the alien traitor "THE ARBITER" and Master Chief (rip out guts tough as nails type of guy). Unfortunately as "THE ARBITER" you can's kill humans. Story lines...eh... who am I kiding it sucked but ya' know, ya' win some ya' lose some. I strongly recommend this game! Oh, buy the way this game wouldn't be rated M if when you whack a flood (zombie like creatures) they kinda' explode.

Just as good as the original. (2009-03-13)
Even though it shouldn't have to be said, this game is really good. Really good. If you ever played the first Halo, "Halo: Combat Evolved", then you should immediatly buy this sequel. You won't be dissapointed. My only complaint about this game is the missing Assault Rifle, but it was easy to get over because of the added in SMG. If you play Halo 2, I guarantee you won't ever be able to get enough of it. And just incase you do, I suggest you go buy a 360 and get Halo 3. Just trust me on this one, would I lie to you?

The game that brought xbox its glory. Halo Combat Evolved. Ambitious and Exciting. (2009-02-11)
Halo 2 is a great game with quality flare and just about everything imaginable to back it up. There is no true flaw to this game but nothing exactly in the game feels non-stop. Not to say that there isn't moments where you just can't help but scream "I love this game", but there could be more heart pounding scences.

Halo like many FPS's has a pretty bland story and you feel yourself just skipping many story elements for the basic fact that they are too long. The game exceeds any game of it's time but feel as if "we've done this before right?". Halo has many vehicles to choose from, Tanks, Aircrafts and hovercrafts. The one thing though is that there is not a wide array to choose from and the aircraft you see most in the game you cannot even pilot it.

One of the changes from the old game is now you are able to use a sword and believe me many people wanted it in the game. It can be difficult to use it as the sword loses power everytime you attack an object. There is only one sword to choose from which doesn't help the lack of weapons. You do go through many weapons but it can feel all too easy to get caught up using one weapon. In intense levels though you frequently must pick up another weapon to battle the aliens that want to kill you.

A few things in the game are destructible but not enough to feel like that much of an intense firefight. Many of the times instead you will see the marks of a shot in the wall or the blood of you or your enemies, which makes it feel like a warzone after it is all said and done. Many times in the game you have A.I controlled partners who are extremely smart in fact if they see you killing too many of them they will start to fire back at you and eventually kill you if you don't kill them.

The multiplayer easily is the best thing about this game. There are over 10 maps to choose from each with a different scenery from the next and there are a few revamped old school maps. The thing that makes the multiplayer s great is co-op when fighting with a friend against two other friends it feels so real and alive that you burst out with excitement. You can customize just about everything in the level from the weapons it will have on it to the vehicles it will have on it.

More over the game never has that many dull moments although in campaign backtracking can feel wierd and you get lost easily. The game is not a rent it's a buy the game is the best game on the xbox to date and when its sequel comes out for xbox 360 you can bet it will be a hit too.

Halo 2 (2009-02-09)
This game was everything I hoped it would be. The campaign mode was very enjoyable to play all the way through. The story line was an interesting continuation of the first Halo game. I really liked the plot and how I got to play two different characters that opposed each other in the first halo and eventually cross paths. It was a very fun game to play. The multiplayer online and offline game play is also always fun. Good stuff.

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Product Information and Prices stored: April 29 , 2009, 02:40

Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic

Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Lucas Arts Entertainment
Brand : Lucas Arts
Label : Lucas Arts Entertainment
Publisher : Lucas Arts Entertainment
Model : 23272319755
Platform : Xbox
Studio : Lucas Arts Entertainment
ReleaseDate : 2006-06-15

List Price: USD $19.99
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Features:

• You are a young Jedi Knight, charged with leading a group of freedom fighters across the galaxy
• Recruit droids, humans, Wookies and other races to join your resistance group -- and train them in great mini-games like racing swoop bikes or manning turret guns
• Journey to dozens to unique locations, from the Wookie homeworld of Kashyyk to the Jedi Academy of Dantooine
• Customizable and evolving characters keep the story fresh and the gameplay interesting -- especially when you have to choose between the Light & Dark Sides of The Force

Product Description
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic takes you into the distant past of the Star Wars universe -- over 4,000 years before Episode I, when battles raged between the Jedi and the Sith!
Amazon.com Review
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic takes place just a few years after the Mandolorian Wars, thousands of years before the events in the Star Wars movies we know and love. Two Jedi, master Revan and his apprentice Malak, led the Republic's forces to victory and pursued the Mandalorians into deep space only to return as Dark Jedi at the head of a huge fleet of Sith warships. Only the Force powers of the Jedi Bastila prevented the Sith from overwhelming the Republic's weakened forces. At the start of the game Malak has usurped control of the Sith by betraying Revan and has attacked the ship carrying Bastila and yourself. In true Star Wars style, the game begins with a bang.

The storyline could have been a standard coming-of-age yarn but is instead a genuinely interesting adventure told with humor, compassion, and respect for the source material. Your character has a mystical bond with Bastila, and the two of you share some kind of connection to the Sith villains Darth Malak and Darth Revan. The game's planet-hopping adventures are driven by your exploration of these connections and how they relate to your larger goal of discovering the source of the Sith's sudden fleet. During your adventure you can explore side quests minor (such as racing swoops or gambling) and major (such as uncovering the fascinating back stories of your companions). Star Wars fans will get a kick out of the rich lore introduced in the game, particularly the Tatooine storyline that reveals the origin and history of the Sand People.

Gameplay is an abbreviated form of Wizards of the Coast's d20 Star Wars RPG game system--anyone who has played Dungeons & Dragons will be familiar with the abilities, stats, feats, and bonuses in this game. The player creates a character as a member of one of three starting classes (soldier, smuggler, scout) and then later chooses a Jedi class (guardian, consular, sentinel). Joining the player's character are other Jedi, warriors, thieves, droids, a wookiee, and even a Mandolorian. Unlike the faceless non-player characters of other games, each member of the supporting cast has an intriguing history and even agenda. Up to two of these other characters can join your character at any time. Depending on who you chose to take with you, new dialogue and even intra-party arguments come into the game (put the Mandalorian veteran with the Republic patriot and you'll see sparks fly). Combat is real-time turn-based, meaning the turns are seamless but the player has the option of pausing the action at any time to issue orders or direct any character to use a certain Force power, ability, feat, or item.

Graphics range from adequate to exceptional. Building and character models are not impressive--about what you get in GTA 3. Lightsaber graphics and environmental effects (like waving grass, clouds, and weather) bring the world to life. Battles are just brilliant, with characters pumping out blaster fire at Jedi who dash, dodge, and even deflect the bolts back toward their assailants. Complete with sounds straight out of the movies, the thrilling combat is pure Star Wars.

All in all, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is a masterpiece of Star Wars gaming. The pacing, balance of action and dialogue, clever puzzles and quests, and loving attention to detail have set the bar very high for role-playing games in general and Star Wars games in particular. Consider this a must-have game.--Mike Fehlauer

Pros:

• Captivating storyline
• Clever dialogue
• Star Wars feel
• True story and dialogue support for either Light Side or Dark Side play
• Brilliant combat graphics
• Fascinating characters (the loyal--and homicidal--droid HK-47 is truly unique)

Cons:

• Occasional bugs in dialogue, movie playback
• Cannot transfer equipped gear between characters while on your ship

Customer Reviews

Is this REALLY Star Wars? (2009-03-17)
The first time I played this game, it seemed confusing, and then when I went into combat, it didn't seem very good. After 10 minutes, I thought, "WOW! THIS IS STUPID!" It really was! Then I found out that this game was a RPG (I'm not fond of RPG) Star Wars was never meant to be a RPG, it was meant to be an Action, Adventure, and Shooter kind of game. What do you think "War" means. War=Action, Adventure, Shooter. War doesn't= RP and Strategy games. This is the first Star Wars game that ever let me down! Please don't get it! Get Battlefront and Battlefront II, they're alot better!

It is a awesome game (2009-03-03)
The game was awesome and a great buy, its fun and exciting to play I enjoy it very much

I Love This Game (2009-01-12)
all i'm going to say is that this is the best star wars game EVER!!!! and i'm not a role playing game person. anybody can get into this game.

One of the best games I've ever played (2008-12-21)
I love a good rpg and this one has all my favorite elements of what makes one great. As a bonus it also is Star Wars themed, something I also love, and features some of John Williams awesome theme music.
This was my favorite game until I played Mass effect, also by Bioware, but it remains a strong second. I simply love this game. It has one of the best and most immersive storylines I've ever seen in a game. There are plot twists and unexpected developments throughout the game. You have numerous choices to make, and some of the choices effect the outcome of the game. There are a large number of quests, including many optional ones and and you may choose to take a good or evil path or something in between. There are numerous well developed characters who can join your party, each with their own personality. They may help or hinder you, during quests or even leave the party or turn on you depending on your actions. You have influence with the characters and it depends largely on your action and your choices.
The storyline is simply excellent, the sound effects and graphics are excellent, music is excellent, and the buildings/scenarios are unique and diverse. The endings are excellent and one of the best I've ever seen in a game. I really enjoyed playing this game.
The only cons I think of is the combat, which I didn't mind because this is an rpg first. The combat is automatic and you don't do much except direct your characters to use certain abilities or weapons or to attack certain foes. Otherwise they simply fight automatically. Again this didn't bother me at all, but 1st person shooter fans, might have issue with this.

Sorry, I think this is one of the WORST Star Wars games (2008-10-15)
I picked this game up a few months back. I got it because I just got through with Mass Effect and loved that game. Well the folks who did Mass Effect for the most part also had a hand in making this Star Wars game, Knights of the Old Republic.

I'll make this short, because I think some people need to know just how flipping boring this game is. The dialogue is okay. You have to read it, and there is no actual speach. I can live with that, especially since this game did come out a few years back.

However, the action sequences are left the game found wanting. You press a button, and watch your characters do all the work. "Wow. That's it?!" Is what I thought to myself. I'm not much of an RPG guy, but when I hear the words "ACTION" and "FUN TO PLAY" associated with it, I tend to think their might be some challenging action scenes to go along with a game with story line. You know, something like Deus Ex, or Mass Effect. Heck, even the Final Fantasy guys get it right year after year. I say all of that, so I don't get people flaming me saying I just don't like RPGs. I do like RPGs, just the good ones.

I felt like I was being spoon fed everything to continue on with the game. It wasn't challenging at all. I had to quit after playing this game for about an hour. I kept telling myself it will get better, and it never did.

Sorry folks, but Star Wars games like the X-Wing/Tie Fighter series, Dark Forces/Jedi Knight series, and even the Rebel Assault games were better than this crap.

You want a good RPG from Bioware? Play Mass Effect. You want a good RPG period? Play Lost Odyssey, or Diablo, or Titan's Quest, or the Elder Scrolls series, or the Fallout series, or Final Fantasy. Just not this game.

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Product Information and Prices stored: April 9 , 2009, 05:45

Xbox Video Cable w/Digital Port

Xbox Video Cable w/Digital Port

Binding : Accessory
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Psyclone
Brand : Psyclone Games
Label : Psyclone
Publisher : Psyclone
Model : 815687009204
Platform : Xbox
Studio : Psyclone
ReleaseDate : 2008-12-06

List Price: USD $9.99
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Features:

• Experience all of the action of your favorite games with premium picture and sound
• Includes a built-in Digital Optical Port
• Features a white outer braid and silver inner cable
• Features yellow gold-plated connections
• Play your games from anywhere with the 12' cord length

Product Description
Experience the hard-hitting action of a boxing game. Feel the rush of your race car careening around the track. Battle the enemies and feel the rumble of tanks. You'll be able to experience all of the adrenaline pumping action of all of your favorite games by connecting your Xbox with this cable.This cable will meet all yourneeds in connecting your Xbox to your television set. The cable features component video and analog audio attachments for connection with a compatible television set. This cable also features a built-in Digital Optical Port so you can upgrade to Dolby Digital surround sound. The 12' cord length will allow you to play your favorite game from anywhere in the room without controller extensions. Immerse yourself in the action of your favorite video game.

Customer Reviews

Works great (2009-03-11)
I just got a new LCD tv. I mainly use my modded xbox to watch movies. The regular a/v cables just weren't cutting it. So I got these component cables. They work great. Games look fantastic with them. If you have copies of movies on your xbox these cables help out a lot. The movies won't be of hd quality but they do look pretty good.

no difference (2009-03-06)
I see no difference with this cable compared to the original Xbox cable, but I am probably doing something wrong.

Perfect cable, beautiful picture, better than Monster (2009-01-31)
I bought one of these cables about a year ago to use on my new HDTV. As many people will tell you, the difference between component and composite (RCA) is night and day on an HDTV. This cable improves the quality of original Xbox games quite a bit, and playing games like Black (2006, Criterion) comes pretty damn close to a next-generation experience.

When I needed another cable for the Xbox running XBMC out in the family room, I foolishly bought the Monster Cable Xbox Component Video Cable for $25 during my local Circuit City's store closing. I thought the cable would be better than the Psyclone, because I had actually heard of Monster before, plus I didn't want to wait for this cable to arrive in the mail. Big mistake. The Monster cable actually did damage to my receiver, because the plugs were too snug-fitting, and now we have to run component video through the TV. Anyway, after damaging my receiver, the cable promptly fell apart. So I came to Amazon, ordered the Psyclone again, and was greeted with the same quality I got the first time.

These are great cables, and I will now trust Psyclone over Monster any day.

It's also worth mentioning that this cable will NOT work on an Xbox 360, as others have said. The port on the back of the original Xbox is more rectangular, and the Xbox 360 has a somewhat trapezoidal port. The two ports are not in any way compatible. Anyone who tells you this will work with the 360 is misinformed.

Works great. (2008-12-16)
Cable worked great. Both video and sound are so much better
with the component video and digital audio. Prompt delivery.

Very nice XBOX component cable with optical audio output (2008-11-02)
I needed a component video cable with optical audio ouput for use with an original Microsoft XBOX, and bought this Psyclone cable. Build quality is excellent for this cable assembly. My only gripe about this assembly is that the component video and analog audio cables are permanently attached to the adapter (I prefer removable cables) and are much longer than I require, but I knew this before purchasing and it doesn't effect the functionality of the unit. VERY recommended if you need a component video cable with optical audio output for an original Microsoft XBOX.

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Product Information and Prices stored: April 9 , 2009, 01:06

Halo: Combat Evolved

Halo: Combat Evolved

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Microsoft
Brand : Microsoft
Label : Microsoft
Publisher : Microsoft
Model : 659556745165
Platform : Xbox
Studio : Microsoft
ReleaseDate : 2006-06-15

List Price: USD $9.99
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Features:

• Control a character during massive firefights as you eliminate as many Covenant soldiers as possible
• Engage in guerilla warfare against the enemy, using whatever is at your disposal on the station
• Use your tactics skills to command squads and eliminate the enemy
• Role-based team & multiplayer combat with over 25 characters onscreen at a time
• A wide variety of vehicles & locations designed in perfect detail

Product Description
Bent on humankind's extermination, a powerful fellowship of alien races known as the Covenant is wiping out the Earth's fledgling interstellar empire. You and the other surviving defenders of a devastated colony-world make a desperate attempt to lure the alien fleet away from Earth. Shot down and marooned on the ancient ring-world, Halo, you begin a guerilla-war against the Covenant. Fight for humanity against an alien onslaught as you race to uncover the mysteries of Halo.
Halo takes you deep into the future, with the fate of planet Earth hanging on your shooting skills. After a massive battle, only one ship is left and its crew is stranded on an abandoned space station. You must do whatever it takes to keep the Covenant from reaching Earth.

Experience the ultimate Halo challenge with all-new online multiplayer for up to 16 players. Take on the world in any of the 15 multiplayer maps including 6 brand new maps never before seen. Unleash destruction with incredible weapons and vehicles including brand new armaments for intense online multiplayer games. Voted Game Of The Year by IGN.com, Electonic Gaming Monthly, and Xbox Magazine.
Amazon.com Review
More often than not, when a game is in development for more than three years, it does not live up to the hype. Bungie's Halo is the exception. Not only does it meet expectations, it greatly exceeds them. This sci-fi first-person shooter is a nearly perfect blend of gameplay, graphics, and sound.

The story revolves around the conflict between humans and an alien race known as the Covenant. The aliens have discovered a powerful artifact--on the ring-shaped planet called Halo--that will shift the balance of power, and it's up to the player to stop them. In addition to several first-person-shooter levels, the game offers numerous opportunities to engage in vehicular combat. Both the enemy and allied artificial intelligence are extremely impressive. Enemies will use the terrain and layout to put you in tight spots. Allies will know when to cover and aid you. For instance, if you hop into a jeep, an ally will know to jump in and man the turret on the back of it.

The graphics are exquisitely detailed, but only move at 30 frames per second rather than 60. The sound effects and voice acting are superb. The level design is among the best ever; most of the game is engaging and challenging without being frustrating. There's also high replay value thanks to the built-in single-player, cooperative, and deathmatch modes.

Much like the outstanding GoldenEye 007 for Nintendo 64, Halo raises the bar for console first-person shooters. All console action games will be measured against Halo for years to come. --Raymond M. Padilla

Pros:

• Outstanding game design
• High replay value
• Impressive AI

Cons:

• Several maps are used multiple times
• Save functions could have been better implemented
• Graphics move at 30 frames per second, not 60

Amazon.com Product Description
This action shooter takes place on a mysterious alien world. It offers a combination of team-based first-person-shooter gameplay (reminiscent of Tribes) and third-person vehicle combat elements. Gameplay kicks off with the player heading down to the planet's surface in a troop carrier, à la Aliens. As the player and fellow marines exit, the remaining troopers form a flank in reaction to an oncoming onslaught of human and alien enemies.

It's this smart AI system that makes for a noticeably unique gameplay feel. Another very nice feature is the seamless transition into vehicular elements. As you venture through mission objectives, a variety of enemy flyers and on-ground buggies are yours for the taking. Come across a vehicle and the camera will pull back to a third-person view as you strap in and motor through crossfire. A co-op mode allows a friend to join you in the single-player missions. For chaotic fighting action, up to four players can duel in split-screen deathmatch mode or link systems for LAN play. However you choose to hero your way through Halo: Combat Evolved, the action should break in your new Xbox in explosive style.

Customer Reviews

Great game with great single-player expierence (2009-04-02)
Halo is a very addicting and fun first person shooter that launched the Xbox system off the ground when all hope for the Microsoft platform seemed to have gone. The science-fiction based game works because of its intense cut scenes, and shocking plot twists, but what really makes it work is the feeling that your character (Master Chief) seems like one who really does serve a purpose in the military and that he is a part of the marines in their fight against an alien force. Most of the rest of the plot found in Halo is typical sci-fi shooter, but it's the atmosphere they manage to create with this game is what keeps it from being thrown in a bin of useless Half-Life and Doom knock-offs.

Gameplay: The controls are great and are easy to learn (both on Xbox original and 360) and do not offer you much difficulty so you can get into the action quickly without having to spend much time experimenting with the controls. Only problem I had with the gameplay is for the most part the weapons are inaccurate and it makes you think: "Isn't this supposed to be the future? This assault rifle is about as accurate as an air-soft pistol."

Graphics: considering it is one of the first Xbox games ever made I have to say that the graphics really manage to hold up to this day.

Story: The Human vs. Aliens concept has been used to death in the video gaming industry so Bungie makes a wise choice and decides NOT to concentrate entirely on fighting aliens as that would quickly grow boring. They throw in some rescue missions and support operations which make your character feel that you are actually do something to help. Of course later on the game we come to an uninspired "random zombie parasite," but they make such a chilling cut scene that you are able to forget that this type of thing happens in just about every FPS sci-fi game EVER MADE.

Entertainment: Halo: Combat Evolved is immensely entertaining and will have you angrily messing with it for days as you try to beat all the difficulty settings.

This game is a much better single-player experience than its two sequels that suffer from over-simplicity and lacking ANY sign of intensity. I don't care how much Bungie spits and polishes this series or how many weapons and power-ups they add it still won't change that they've turned the series into a Rambo style shooter and there are HUNDREDS of games like that already on the market.

If they ever make another Halo game they need to go back to the basics and really see why the first game is still the most popular entry in the series.

Really entertaining! (2009-03-13)
I had this game at first for the computer, and I really liked it, but I only borrowed it from a friend, and didn't have time to finish the main story. Recently, I ordered this game from here, and now, after almost finishing the main story, I have to say, it really is just as fun as any good, new, Xbox 360 game on the market today. The action is still just as real as it was back when it came out. Halo: Combat Evolved is a cannot miss experience for any gamer that is either a fan of first person shooters, or void of any amazingly good classics. In a few years, you'll look back on this review after you've bought this game, and thank me.

A 13 Year Olds Opinion... (2009-03-04)
Halo's a really fun game. You start off as Master Chief who wakes up from being frozen in a tube for a period of time. You have to learn how to move and get your health up and do all the boring stuff... then there's a big crash and these aliens come in and shoot the head off some guy up-stairs, so you run for your life! then the guy in front of you blows up and you're alone for a little while. once you finally get off the ship you fall into Halo and the fun picks up and runs. i played on Normal for the first 4 levels then moved on to Legendary after getting used to the controls, it turns out Legendary is waaay to hard for me, so i just went back to Normal, and eventually Easy. the levels can get boring, but never repetitive.

PROS -Good Story
-Easy Controlls
-Great Graphics for a 2002 Game
-One of The Best Games on XBOX-XBOX 360 in My Opinion

CONS -Halo 2 and 3 Are Better
-Can Get Boring (Level 4 Is)
-Everybody Sounds The Same (there's an australian voice, and alien voice, and the captain's voice... the rest are like an average guy, except for Cortana)



i'd say buy it if you want a great game, but if you're expecting an unbeatable game you MAY get disappointed.

The Best Game for the Xbox (2009-02-04)
Halo: Combat Evolved is an instant classic, bar none. The gameplay is addictive, the graphics are great, the score is incredible, and the story is truly epic. If you are looking for something good in a game, Halo has it.

First off, the single-player campaign is great. The gameplay so much fun that you'll find yourself playing each level over and over. Next, the multiplayer picks up where the campaign leaves off. The customization of each gametype allows for a great deal creativity that is sure to launch many late-night LANs.

The other components (soundtrack, graphics, story) are just as incredible as the rest of the game. If you own an Xbox, your library is not complete without a copy of Halo.

MY FIRST GAME (2009-01-28)
This is the first game that I, Master Chief, ever starred in.

While it's a bit rough around the edges and I've got a new look and more personality, the original "HALO: Combat Evolved" remains one of my favorite projects of all time.

Please take a chance and try my earliest project. I think you'll like it.

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Madden NFL 09

Madden NFL 09

Binding : Video Game
ProductGroup : Video Games
Manufacturer : Electronic Arts
Brand : Electronic Arts
Label : Electronic Arts
Publisher : Electronic Arts
Model : 19136
Platform : Xbox
Studio : Electronic Arts
ReleaseDate : 2008-08-12

List Price: USD $19.99
Lowest Used Price: USD $18.99
Lowest New Price: USD $19.80

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Features:

• Pull off new combo moves by stringing together multiple actions in succession or direct receivers? routes when scrambling out of the pocket with your quarterback. An enhanced gameplay system also features the QB Avoidance Stick, allowing your quarterback to avoid pressure while in the pocket by quickly scrambling away in four different directions
• Three new league champions with unique special abilities have joined the fray with one goal in mind - knocking you from your championship run. Defeat each champ in the new Champions Stadium at the end of each league and you'll advance to the next tier.
• Use points earned in practice to improve your skills and overtake players ahead of you on the depth chart, then do whatever it takes to meet your team's expectations by reaching key incentives that are written in your contract.
• Beyond Broadcast Presentation - Set your sights on the Vince Lombardi Trophy in an all-new network television-style broadcast as Cris Collinsworth and Tom Hammond call the action from the booth and gamers will benefit from their authentic football knowledge. A more immersive and visually stunning presentation package also includes a new Options OnDemand Picture-in-Picture playcall window giving you access to a wealth of stats, customized tips, and in-game options
• With a full online league experience, gamers can make a run for the postseason

Product Description
Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation, Madden NFL 09 delivers its most complete football package ever for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox, combining a more authentic gameplay simulation experience and deeper game modes for the hard core fans with all-new EA SPORTS Family Play, featuring an easy-to-use control system that help rookies master the game. With the new QB Avoidance Stick and new combo moves, plus an enhanced Fantasy Challenge and all-new SuperSim, the franchise takes its next leap in bringing you the ultimate football experience with Madden NFL 09, the most authentic and adaptable. Anybody can dominate the game like a pro with EA SPORTS Family Play. An all-new playcalling system features simplified one-button controls and assisted player movements, making Madden NFL 09 the most accessible football game ever. Take full control over the pace of a game by simulating a single play, a quarter, a half, or an entire game. Take the field or take plays off, it's entirely up to you.

Customer Reviews

Great Game for Original X-Box (2009-01-29)
This is a really great game. Classic Madden genius and very similar to the previous years. Rosters were just a little dated and adjustments could have been made to the game before being released. They don't make NCAA for original X-box in a compatible year to import draft classes, other than that, I'm still playing.

Madden (2009-01-26)
Still old madden graphics but better with updated roster and stadiums. I played madden 06 for years and my record was 214-21. I can see me doing it again with this game.

All smiles (2009-01-15)
I gave this gift to my hubbers for Christmas. Well, it kept him busy for 8+ hours that day while I had to work. I don't think I could ask for much more than that.

Great game (2009-01-15)
I really enjoy playing this game, I feel like I am really there on the team.

maddennfl09 (2009-01-10)
is like all the madden football games a lot of fun to play with all
the good graphics

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