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![300/Alexander [WS] [DVD]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8816/8816098_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
good
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
this one you get 2 good movies for a low price, it is worth it.
gladiator is a great movie and alexander was good as well, i personally liked gladiator better but it is still a great deal for the price.
gladiator is a great movie and alexander was good as well, i personally liked gladiator better but it is still a great deal for the price.
What's great about it: action
What's not so great: alexander could have been a little better
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![300 [Blu-ray] [2007]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8381/8381663_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
great
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
this movie revolves around the 300 troops that held off one of the largest forces of its day. it is a high action movie with excellent music with a hard beat during fight scenes. also the narration during some of the movie is great as well. i rank this up there with braveheart and gladiator. the movie is great, action packed and even has some scenes revolving the main characters wife who is betrayed by someone in power that leads to why the story ends the way it does. it does have some scenes a little out there such as the spirit scene (which i am not familiar with the term they used for it, but basically they had to get the "gods"approval to go to war.
over all a great movie, if you havent seen it buy it, its worth it for action fans who love the mid-evil type era.
over all a great movie, if you havent seen it buy it, its worth it for action fans who love the mid-evil type era.
What's great about it: superb high action story
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Gladiator [DVD] [2000]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5745/5745385_sa.jpg)
The Oscar-winning action adventure Gladiator comes to DVD from DreamWorks in this single disc edition. Presented with a widescreen anamorphic transfer and Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround sound in English. Subtitles and closed captions are available in English. Extra features include audio commentary with director Ridley Scott, deleted scenes, storyboards, production notes, and biographies for the cast and crew. This is the scaled-down release of the film; those interested in bonus material are advised to check out the Special Edition two-disc set released by DreamWorks in 2000.
Customer Rating
5
great movie
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
this is one of the few movies that should be in every movie buffs collection, it is up there with braveheart in terms of epic. the story revolves around a general who was betrayed and left for dead, he was found by a slaver and put into the gladiator ring. the acting is superb and does have some great battle scenes. terrific movie.
What's great about it: story and action
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Gran Torino [WS] [DVD] [2008]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/9232/9232662_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
EXCELLENT
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
this movie is great. out of all the movies i have seen lately this is the only movie i can honestly say its worth buying. anymore it is easier to stream movies online or rent them from teh playstation store than to purchase them becuase very few movies are worth buying.
this movie was the one acception. in my opinion it is very funny, clint eastwood plays a rude, crude old man who has some very interesting things to say. the story itself revolves around his neighbors and their interactions. it comes to a finally after clint eastwood takes the law into his own hands against a group of thugs who hurt his neighbors.
it isnt a typical eastwood film, so dont think DIRTY HARRY. it is a little slow paced but the story and acting are great.
this movie was the one acception. in my opinion it is very funny, clint eastwood plays a rude, crude old man who has some very interesting things to say. the story itself revolves around his neighbors and their interactions. it comes to a finally after clint eastwood takes the law into his own hands against a group of thugs who hurt his neighbors.
it isnt a typical eastwood film, so dont think DIRTY HARRY. it is a little slow paced but the story and acting are great.
What's great about it: great perfomance, funny at times
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisWelcome to an enchanting world where pinata animals roam freely in the wild. Pinatas are a very delicate species that require almost constant attention to make them happy. Observe as they eat, grow, socialize, fight and even dance. With a touch of your stylus, you have the power to create an amazing pinata paradise.Based on the hit TV series, Viva Pinata: Pocket Paradise puts you in the role of caretaker in a previously neglected garden. Apply your wildest creativity to turn the garden into a haven that will attract colorful pinatas, then do your best to cultivate a happy pinata society. Plant and maintain vegetation, build pinata homes and decorate the garden to draw any of dozens of pinata species, and transfer items from your garden to a friend's garden to attract even more. Attend to your pinatas' needs and soon you'll be overseeing a lush and welcoming garden filled with delightful and exotic creatures unlike any you've seen before.
Customer Rating
3
ok but lacking
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
you have to attract pinatas to your garden, you cant play as the pinatas, so basically you are a gardener of sorts...very odd game and i didnt care for it at all. it would be fun for a child but noone else i woudlnt think, though everyone has different tastes. i would recommend this over the sims animals however, that was abysmally disapointing. stay away from that game.
What's great about it: pinatas
What's not so great: boring
I would recommend this to a friend!
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In a galaxy far, far away, the legend of an iconic villain grows — and you are at his right hand. Darth Vader's plan to exterminate all the Jedi has been set into action, and as the Sith Lord's Secret Apprentice, your actions will be crucial in ensuring his quest is a success. Unleash the powers of the Force as you scour the galaxy for remaining Jedi, and prepare to confront decisions that will affect not just your destiny, but that of the entire universe. In this chapter in the Star Wars saga, the path you choose may lead to an outcome that will rock your perception of Star Wars continuity down to its foundation.Experience the power of the Force like never before. In Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, you'll explore the era between Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and Episode IV: A New Hope as you toil as Darth Vader's Secret Apprentice, assisting him in his quest to rid the universe of Jedi. Wield four core Force powers against your enemies as you execute amazing, never-before-seen combos that let you not just Force grip enemies, but Force grip them in midair, zap them with lightning, then drop them to the ground and make them explode like bombs. Incredible new technology brings the story and action to life with stunning realism. With the debut of Digital Molecular Matter from Pixelux and NaturalMotion Ltd.'s euphoria behavioral simulation engine, you'll experience both environmental objects and interactive characters that move and behave just like they would in real life, from wood that breaks and splinters like actual wood to characters that think and act adaptively just like real human beings, producing different outcomes every time. The result is an incredible, immersive gaming experience in which your every act delivers real consequences. The Star Wars universe will never be the same.
Customer Rating
4
fun but awfully short
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
i do not know why they made this game so short, but for what is in the game it is really fun and entertaining. the graphics are pretty good for DS, i would still choose lego starwars over this though. there was more to do and it was longer.
What's great about it: great gameplay
What's not so great: it is way to short, even for a ds game..
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisWith Touchmaster 2, change your gameplay to your mood by selecting from five game categories, including cards, action, strategy, picture and puzzle. When you feel like hearing the sweet shuffle of a card game, tap into some Speed Solitaire. Hone your aim for accuracy and precision so you can become a champ at Billiards, and perfect your approach and release in a slick game of Bowling. Reimagined favorites with new twists offer updated, interactive fun. Discover the challenges of 20 much-loved games, including View Finder, Scavenger, Rampage Empire, Catacombs and Dice King. In the innovative reward system, you will build up your Wizard Points and win all 60 platinum trophies to prove that you are the Touchmaster.
Customer Rating
5
great mini games
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
the first game was fun and this game expands upon the first game and has more games and it is just as fun, worth picking up if you are a mini game fan and want something to play in short fast bursts.
What's great about it: mini games are quick but entertaining.
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisIf you love the zoo-building features of the Zoo Tycoon series, check out the new possibilities of Zoo Tycoon 2 DS. You'll still have total control over your very own zoo, but with more animals, habitats and structures than ever before. There's also a multiplayer option that lets you test a friend's zoo-building skills and trade zoos. More than 35 animals will be entrusted to you, including fantasy animals such as yetis and unicorns. Keep a watchful eye on your zoo's inner workings and discover amazing unlockable items as you progress. When it comes to this zoo, you're top dog.Enter Zoo Designer mode to build your dream zoo from the ground up. Which habitats will be best for the animals in your care? Which structures will you need to build to keep these creatures from escaping? Make the right decisions, then enter Zoo Director mode to manage it all. There you'll need to run a successful zoo by attracting sponsors and holding special events. Not ready to call all the shots? Just enter the mini games of Zookeeper mode and use the stylus to feed, brush, clean, pet and nurse beautiful 3D animals.
Customer Rating
5
good game, fun
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
this game is fun to play and is simple to learn, it does have its challenges but isnt all that difficult to master. the game also does have somewaht of a tutorial to learn the game if you are new to the genre. all in all a fun game with different animal attractions.
What's great about it: fun and entertaining
What's not so great: cut down alot from pc version
I would recommend this to a friend!
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If you've ever visited a carnival, you know the allure of those dazzling games. From the Frog Leap, where you send your rubber frog flinging onto a lily pad, to the Ring Toss, where you must expertly fling your rings to land around the target, there's nothing quite like the thrill of carnival competition. Now the heady excitement of these games and more comes to your DS with Carnival Games.Get ready for thrill-a-minute fun as you take on a huge variety of carnival-style games. Draw back the sledgehammer and do your best to ring the bell in the Test of Strength. Show off your pinpoint accuracy in the Milk Bottle Throw. See what the future holds for you by consulting The Great Swami, the mysterious fortune-teller. From the Clown Splash to the Shooting Gallery to the Hole-in-One, Carnival Games has the excitement you crave — not to mention the awesome carnival-style prizes you deserve to win. Whether you're toting your victory goldfish-in-a-bag or proudly wearing your hard-earned Viking horns, you'll experience the satisfaction of a day well spent.
Customer Rating
4
good for non hard-core gamers
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
this is a game that you play when you are not in the mood to get into a long game, or dont want to deal with anything to complex. the games are simple, yet some are really fun. the variety for mini games is great. it does utilize the touch screen alot but it is easy to grasp. great for younger kids.
What's great about it: variety, can pick up and play, not difficult to grasp
What's not so great: nothing except graphics arent great
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisMater, that lovable, laid-back tow truck, is hosting the First Annual Mater-National Race Festival in Radiator Springs. Lightning McQueen is still the car to beat, but six international competitors will give him a run for his money. Explore the open world of Radiator Springs, check out Lightning McQueen's new Racing Headquarters and improve your skills at the Practice Facility. Soon you'll be ready to speed across exciting, challenging tracks and leave your competition in the dust. It's time to see once and for all who can beat Lightning McQueen.You'll be introduced to new international characters in this racing adventure set in Radiator Springs. Go it alone on the all-new tracks or see if you can keep up with a friend in 10 head-to-head multiplayer games. For a change of pace, try 20 challenging mini games and test your skills in the new Monster mode. Get behind the wheel, slam on the gas and prepare to pump up your adrenaline. This fun-filled game lets you experience the characters and environments from Cars in brand-new ways.
Customer Rating
4
pretty good for kids
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: william09
from joplin, mo
the game is very simple to play which makes it great for younger children. it is however to easy for adults, though the classic characters are in there and it can be fun to pick up and play just as a time killer. if you have children this is a great purchase.
What's great about it: great game for kids that is easy to play
What's not so great: not challenging for adults
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Xbox 360
Xbox 360
How do you set up windows media to your xbox 360 with windows xp software?
I am using an xbox 360 elite limited editon (resident evil 5 one), and i wanted to put media center on it.
How to I set it up with a wireless network?
How to I set it up with a wireless network?
To set up Windows Media Center:
If you use Windows XP, first go to www.xbox.com/pcsetup and click Setup to download the latest Windows Media Center software update to your PC running Windows Media Center.
Note
Windows Vista Home Premium Edition and Windows Vista Ultimate Edition come pre-installed with Windows Media Center.
Connect your Xbox 360 console to your PC using one of the connection types described in "Connect to Xbox LIVE."
On your Xbox 360 console, go to My Xbox and open Windows Media Center . Follow the on-screen instructions to finish Windows Media Center setup.
Along with standard DVD remote control functions, the Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote features a Windows Media Center button that lets you access a connected PC running Windows Media Center.
Xbox 360 can connect to an 802.11g or an 802.11a router with an optional wireless adapter such as the Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter. Optimal performance is possible only when your Xbox 360 console connects to your network using the 802.11a standard. Other wireless devices, such as portable computers or desktop computers, connect with 802.11g.
Note
If you use wireless networking equipment that is not "Designed for Media Center Edition" (DfMCE) logo certified, you may experience poor wireless performance when you connect to PC running Windows XP and Windows Media Center.
To guarantee compatibility with current gear and to provide additional uninterrupted bandwidth for Xbox 360, replace an older 802.11g-only router with a newer, dual-band 802.11g and 802.11a router that is DfMCE certified.
Media Center Remote Control
The Xbox 360 console can be configured for use with your Media Center Remote Control. With this you can use familiar remote features to control the Windows Media Center features that are available with Xbox 360.
To use a Media Center remote control together with the Xbox 360:
Go to the My Xbox and select System Settings.
Select Console Settings.
Scroll down and select Remote Control.
Select Both Remotes.
Press Back (B) a few times to return to the Xbox Dashboard.
If the Xbox 360 console is turned off, press Start to turn it on and to start Media Center. When the system is on, you can press Start from any area of the Xbox Dashboard to jump straight to Media Center.
Note
The Media Center remote control cannot adjust the volume level for Xbox 360.
The Xbox 360 Universal Remote is the best way to access the features of Media Center on the Xbox 360 system. You can control your Xbox 360 experience with an ergonomic design that includes backlit buttons, TV controls, and integrated Media Center controls.
For More Info
For detailed, Xbox 360–specific information about Windows Media Center (including everything from feature explanations to firewall troubleshooting), visit www.microsoft.com/extender.
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If you use Windows XP, first go to www.xbox.com/pcsetup and click Setup to download the latest Windows Media Center software update to your PC running Windows Media Center.
Note
Windows Vista Home Premium Edition and Windows Vista Ultimate Edition come pre-installed with Windows Media Center.
Connect your Xbox 360 console to your PC using one of the connection types described in "Connect to Xbox LIVE."
On your Xbox 360 console, go to My Xbox and open Windows Media Center . Follow the on-screen instructions to finish Windows Media Center setup.
Along with standard DVD remote control functions, the Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote features a Windows Media Center button that lets you access a connected PC running Windows Media Center.
Xbox 360 can connect to an 802.11g or an 802.11a router with an optional wireless adapter such as the Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter. Optimal performance is possible only when your Xbox 360 console connects to your network using the 802.11a standard. Other wireless devices, such as portable computers or desktop computers, connect with 802.11g.
Note
If you use wireless networking equipment that is not "Designed for Media Center Edition" (DfMCE) logo certified, you may experience poor wireless performance when you connect to PC running Windows XP and Windows Media Center.
To guarantee compatibility with current gear and to provide additional uninterrupted bandwidth for Xbox 360, replace an older 802.11g-only router with a newer, dual-band 802.11g and 802.11a router that is DfMCE certified.
Media Center Remote Control
The Xbox 360 console can be configured for use with your Media Center Remote Control. With this you can use familiar remote features to control the Windows Media Center features that are available with Xbox 360.
To use a Media Center remote control together with the Xbox 360:
Go to the My Xbox and select System Settings.
Select Console Settings.
Scroll down and select Remote Control.
Select Both Remotes.
Press Back (B) a few times to return to the Xbox Dashboard.
If the Xbox 360 console is turned off, press Start to turn it on and to start Media Center. When the system is on, you can press Start from any area of the Xbox Dashboard to jump straight to Media Center.
Note
The Media Center remote control cannot adjust the volume level for Xbox 360.
The Xbox 360 Universal Remote is the best way to access the features of Media Center on the Xbox 360 system. You can control your Xbox 360 experience with an ergonomic design that includes backlit buttons, TV controls, and integrated Media Center controls.
For More Info
For detailed, Xbox 360–specific information about Windows Media Center (including everything from feature explanations to firewall troubleshooting), visit www.microsoft.com/extender.
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william09
joplin, mo
PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3
ps3
2.0 usb flash drive. will it work on the ps3
most flash drives will work on ps3, some however you will have to format into either a ntfs or fat 32 drive (cant remember which) you can do this on your computer by plugging the device in, and going to the drive itself to view folders and click formatt ( on win xp it is on the left side bar as an option) it will however delete anything on the card. to get the ps3 to read items on it ,as an example a movie, you would go to movies on the media bar in ps3, highlight (do not push x to select the thumbdrive) the thumbdrive under movies and press triangle and select veiw all. other wise the ps3 will act like there is nothing on the drive.
15 years ago
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william09
joplin, mo
PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3
i have this sprint USB thing and i dont know how to set it up to my PS3
i have it working on my laptop perfectly...just plug it in and go. but when i plug it in the ps3 it wont even show up.
the ps3 doesnt pick up some items in the usb ports (it wont detect a digital camera that i have from kodak) you may need to re-ask the question and state what the item is, what does it do. is it a phone (majic jack, vonage type device, wireless internet device (ps3 is wireless out of the box) is it a memory device of some kind) without know what the device is and does it is rather difficult to find a solution.
15 years ago
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william09
joplin, mo
PlayStation 3
PlayStation 3
Is Sony going to have a price cut for ps3 like the rumors are saying
to be honest rumors of this nature have been going on for a while, i was told of a price cut in april that never happened. it is unclear at this time unless sony announces it themselves. i do know that sony takes a hit on every system they sale right now, meaning it costs more to make them than what they sale them for becuase of their own chipset they had made for the system. i woudlnt count on a price cut anytime soon, and if it happens with-in 30 days of your ps3 purchase i know most stores will honor the new price and will provide a refund. i woudlnt count on a price cut anytime soon unless sony becomes desperate to sell, especially since a descent blue ray player alone is running $300.00 by itself. i woudlnt count on a price cut due to that alone, if you are debating on buying one, i will tell you that overall it is worth the $400 price tag considering you dont have to buy accessories like you do with xbox 360 (wireless adapter is 99 dollars alone on 360 and ps3 is wireless right out of the box, and it comes with a rechargable controller which is another $20 on xbox and the online is free and xbox 360 is $60 a year plus you cant browse the internet like with ps3, considering all that ps3 is cheaper than xbox 360 in the long run already)
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william09
joplin, mo
Xbox 360
Xbox 360
I am looking to buy an xbox for the first time and the elite seems like a pretty good deal. Is it worth $400 plus a year of live 2 games + controller
to be honest when you consider you have to buy the system, xbox live, a play and charge kit (unless you like batteries) a $99 wireless adapter you are actually paying more than you would for a more reliable ps3 which is ready to go out of the box. the only thing i purchased with my ps3 was a headset (any blue tooth headset that utilizes bluetooth 2.0 or later will work) and a controller for my fiance (and a seperate usb cable to charge it or you can get a charges that charges multiple controllers at the same time) you do get a chance to win a free game on xbox 360 called RED RING OF DEATH as well. the system reliability for xbox 360 is below standard. i myself have had a total of 4 360's, 3 of which have been since march of 2009. i woudl advise against xbox but that is just my opinion. do keep in mind im not a playstation fan boy, i just want a system that works and i got it and more with PS3
15 years, 1 month ago
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