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    June 2, 2009
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SynopsisNancy Drew thought that an all-expenses-paid vacation in the Bahamas with her best friends, Bess and George, would be just the thing to take her mind off the pressures of mysteries and investigations. But when Bess is kidnapped and held for ransom, Nancy's vacation turns into her most high-stakes investigation yet. In exchange for Bess, the kidnappers have demanded a missing artifact lost among the treasures of the sunken "Seven Virtues" fleet. Now Nancy must set off on an investigation with George that will take her into some very dangerous waters.In Nancy Drew: Ransom of the Seven Ships, you'll help Nancy and George pursue their investigation as they attempt to save Bess. Put your clever mind to work decrypting a riddle book, unlocking treasure chests and exploring underwater shipwrecks as you strive to get to the bottom of the mystery. The exciting environment of the Bahamas comes to life around you as you dive, sail and interact with island wildlife. Whether your investigative skills are on the junior or senior detective level, Nancy Drew: Ransom of the Seven Ships offers a compelling mystery filled with high-seas fun and adventure.
 
Customer Rating
3 out of 5
3
A big step back in quality.
on July 25, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
I'm not sure if it's the bad economy or if Her Interactive has been putting most of it's resources into other projects, but this game often feels very low in quality. Nancy drives a golf cart, sails a boat, goes scuba diving, and climbs rock walls, all in the glory of cheap looking, poorly generated graphics that look like something you would play for free online. This game does have some really great puzzles and has a good ending, and if you've played all of the others you will want to play this one, so I guess I would recommend it to a friend, but maybe not to a really good friend!
What's great about it: Some of the puzzles are really great.
What's not so great: Feels very low budget.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Precision gameplay is now a hands-length away. The Wii Nunchuk Controller is used in conjunction with the Wii Remote and connects easily via the expansion port to get you into the swing of things. When combined, the input device duo becomes your sword and shield to combat charging assailants, your defense against a brawny linebacker and so much more. Because the Wii Remote and Nunchuk Controller are relatively dependent on each other, feel free to hold each controller in whichever hand is most comfortable. The ambidextrous design grants matchless accessibility for greater control over gameplay.Formulated with the same motion-sensing technology enabled in the Wii Remote controller, but with an analog stick to assist in character movement, the Wii Nunchuk thrusts you into a fully immersive gaming experience. In several games, you can use the analog stick to move your playable character, while the Wii Remote performs a specific action, such as throwing a pass or aiming a weapon, for the utmost in teamwork. Contoured perfectly to fit in the palm of your hand, the Nunchuk Controller is also equipped with conveniently located buttons for lightning-quick access.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great addition for your Wii.
on July 24, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
Many of the best Wii games use the nunchuk, so it's definitely worth it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Design
5 out of 5
5
Durability
4 out of 5
4
Comfort
5 out of 5
5
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This collection includes 22 episodes from the second season of The Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew Mysteries. Shaun Cassidy, Parker Stevenson, and Pamela Sue Martin.
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
Nancy Drew fans will be a little disappointed.
on July 19, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
It's fun to see such an old shows on DVD but if you are more of a Nancy Drew fan that a Hardy Boy fan you will be a little disappointed; there are way more episodes with the Hardy Boys than Nancy Drew.
What's great about it: Different kinds of mysteries.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisPrepare for more blox-busting action with the Boom Blox Bash Party. Take the action to the depths of the sea and battle giant squids, or spring into the far reaches of outer space and bash alien spaceships. Stunningly themed worlds let you explore mysterious planets, pirate coves and more. Make other characters part of your strategy as you throw, grab and launch them. Manipulate the physics of each exciting themed world to create chaos, then watch as puzzles and explosions unfold before you. Take destruction to all-new heights with Boom Blox Bash Party while enjoying an incredible social gaming experience. Get the party going with new Versus, Co-Op and Team Play challenges, and enjoy more than 400 completely new levels featuring themed worlds with unusual physics and incredible visuals. Bombard the screen with the explosive and infectious Virus blox, or confound others with the ever-moving Conveyor blox. Envision complicated structures with new shapes, such as cylinders and wedges, or use the new cannon and slingshot options to sling and launch blox for explosive puzzle action. Enjoy the sweet taste of victory as you complete levels and collect Boom Bux to jump ahead and unlock even more levels and features. Explore, conquer and remix tons of levels while you topple, bash and sling your way through water, zero gravity and more.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Highly Recommend
on July 18, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
I really love this game. First of all, it not only features the usual single player and competitive multiplayer mode, it also has a multiplayer co-op mode which is really fun, and fairly unique as far as Wii games go. This game is great because it features both action and thinking. Also, some of games are really fast paced where you try to blow things up as quickly as possible while for others you are carefully and slowly easing out blox to avoid toppling any of the others. There’s something for everyone, I highly recommend this game!
What's great about it: Lots of variety, lots of fun.
What's not so great: Absolutely nothing!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Teenage detective Nancy Drew (Pamela Sue Martin) teams up with crime-fighting brothers Joe Hardy (Shaun Cassidy) and Frank Hardy (Parker Stevenson) in this collection of episodes from the popular drama series The Hardy Boys-Nancy Drew Mysteries. The Hardy Boys-Nancy Drew Mysteries: Season One features all 14 installments from the show's initial 1977 run; titles include "The Mystery of the Haunted House," "The Mystery of Pirate's Cove," "The Mystery of Witches' Hollow," "The Mystery of the Diamond Triangle," "The Disappearing Floor Mystery," "The Mystery of the Whispering Walls," "The Flickering Torch Mystery," "A Haunting We Will Go," "The Mystery of the Flying Courier," "The Mystery of the Fallen Angels," "Wipe Out," "The Mystery of the Ghostwriter's Cruise," "The Mystery of Jade Kwan Yin," and "The Mystery of the Solid Gold Kicker."
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
If you love Nancy Drew you will like this...
on July 16, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
If you are a hardcore Nancy Drew fan, you will want this and will probably be able to overlook it's imperfections.
What's great about it: It's nice that they put such an old show out on DVD.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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SynopsisThe legendary Prince of Persia, seeking refuge in a distant land, instead encounters a sinister challenge. His seeming sanctuary has been touched by the evil Corruption, a dark substance that contaminates the land and skies, and the infestation is spreading. As the Prince struggles against the Corruption, he encounters a partially infected creature that appears to offer salvation. But does this mysterious creature truly mean to help, or is it an enemy in disguise?The renowned Prince of Persia franchise explodes into action on Nintendo DS with Prince of Persia: The Fallen King. Play as the famed Prince of Persia, wielding your DS stylus to execute amazing acrobatics, strategy and fighting tactics, then play as the Prince's mysterious new ally, the Magus, to fight, solve puzzles and make use of the Magus' magical powers as you fight back against the Corruption. A fascinating ancient world unfurls around you, rendered with dazzling beauty and complexity with brand-new art design. In Prince of Persia: The Fallen King, you'll embark on an epic journey that will take you through dozens of incredible environments and immerse you in the enduring story of a warrior on a quest against a timeless evil.29.99
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
Better than I expected.
on July 11, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
I have never played any games from the Prince of Persia series, so I don't know how it stacks up against the others, but I thought this was a pretty good game. The story and characters are OK(ish), the graphics are better than I would have expected, and the overall game play is fun. My primary complaint is that the controls don't always work/respond well. I got this game on sale for $10, so I think it was a great deal!
What's great about it: A pretty good game overall
What's not so great: Controls don't always work very well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Join Mario, Luigi, Yoshi and other crazy characters in this fast-paced race to the finish line. Featuring your favorite courses from past Mario Kart games and exciting new ones, these tracks are just begging for someone to tear them up. Challenge yourself in single-player mode or take on your friends in multiplayer matches where up to eight players can race.Harnessing the power of the Nintendo DS and its wireless capabilities, Mario Kart DS catapults into the future with wireless multiplayer functionality that accommodates up to eight racers. You can even battle players from around the world using Wi-Fi to hook into the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. With more than 30 courses and a zany cast of drivers, the frantic speeds and crazy antics will keep you laughing around each turn.
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
Not as fun as the Wii version, but still good.
on July 9, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
This game has plenty of characters, a LOT of karts, and some really good tracks. I had hoped the graphics would have been a little better but they're still OK. This game is better than the GBA version of Mario Kart but not as good as the Wii version. Overall a good, solid game.
What's great about it: Many of the tracks are really fun and original.
What's not so great: Online mode isn't that great.
I would recommend this to a friend!
-4points
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Brace yourself for a new set of tricks, tracks and ways to race. The included Wii Wheel transforms your Wii Remote into a steering wheel that feels great in your hands, while the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller supply a classic control style for veterans of this racing series. Either way, you'll be able to perform impressive speed-boosting tricks, such as jumps, flips and wheelies.You can zip through brand-new tracks and arenas, and also tour classic courses from Super Mario Kart, Mario Kart 64, Mario Kart: Super Circuit, Mario Kart: Double Dash and Mario Kart DS. There are even options for trying all-new motorbikes that have their own special tricks and techniques. The action gets fast, furious and funny when you race in Mario Kart Wii.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Best Multiplayer Wii Game!
on July 7, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
This is definitely the best multiplayer game for the Wii. There are lots of fun, different courses, plenty of different karts and bikes, and lots of characters (it's great that you can play as your Mii). It's easy to pick up and play for first time players who will get help through better items if they fall behind. It is also a challenge for more experienced players. The multiplayer, both online and local, is the true strength of this game though; it's really great! A must-have game for the Wii!
What's great about it: Really fun to play with friends and family plus it has great online play.
What's not so great: Nothing; it's great!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisWelcome to the next level of sports competition. Just about anyone can become a master of a single sport, given enough practice. But how about 10? Challenge yourself and your friends as you take to the field, the court, the beach, the raceway and even the ice in a multisport showdown like you've never seen before. Get ready for intense gameplay that will test your skills in a variety of ways. It's up to you to prove you have the speed, accuracy, balance and more that it takes to win in 10 very different competitions.Live your dream of becoming a multisport athlete in Deca Sports. Compete in 10 exciting sporting events ranging from basketball and soccer to daredevil competitions such as motocross and snowboarding. Prove you have the coordination it takes to achieve victory in curling, or the grueling combination of strength, artistry and precision required to become a top figure skater. With your Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller, you'll dominate the competition, whether you're slamming a volleyball on the beach or racing your kart around a hairpin turn. Compete with up to three of your friends to determine once and for all who is the greatest multisport athlete of all time.
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
An OK game...
on July 6, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
This game does have a lot of variety and you're sure to find at least one sport that you like. I do think they cheat a bit though, when they say there are 10 sports because even thought the cart racing and dirt bike racing are separate, they seem pretty similar to me. It does get boring after a little while on your own, but it is kind of fun to play with family and friends (although not nearly as much fun as, say, Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games). However, overall it is a good deal and relatively fun to play.
What's great about it: A few of the sports are quite fun.
What's not so great: A few of the sports are quite boring and the controls don't seem to work very well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisTen strangers are invited to an island, each of them with a secret. It seems that this group of people are all harboring skeletons in their collective closets. The mysterious host that has organized this get-together is aware of these secrets and informs the group that justice will soon be served. One by one, people start showing up dead, setting in motion a murder mystery loaded with twists, turns and tension.Based on Agatha Christie's story And Then There Were None, which is the best-selling murder mystery of all time, this game will thrust you into the center of a compelling tale. The detailed 3rd-person graphics will immerse you in layers of intrigue and suspense. This baffling mystery will keep you guessing and thinking as you lay out the possibilities and wade through clues and red herrings. The answers are all right there before you, as long as you know where to look.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Incredible Bargain!!!
on July 3, 2009
Posted by: sbook
from Plymouth, WI
This was a really great game when I bought it for the full price of $20 a few years ago. It has a great storyline, good graphics, lots of places to explore, interesting characters, multiple endings, and is just a great game!
What's great about it: Really great mystery/adventure game.
What's not so great: At a price of $5? Nothing!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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