Archive for April 2nd, 2007
World’s luckiest video: guy wins a Wii from a crummy mall arcade game
Filed under: Arcade, Culture, Retro, Nintendo Wii, Video, Business, Casual
Note: the embedded video above is definitely NSFW, or NSFH(ome) if you have little kids running around, because it contains some pretty strong language.
It shows something we all thought could never be done — one really lucky sucker winning the big prize from a Stacker game. The same kind you see in malls, movie theater lobbies, and Wal-Mart vestibules around the country. We’ve spent our fair share of quarters in them, trying to score much lesser prizes, like copies of Outlaw Golf.
Now someone just please try and explain to us why Wiis are sold out across the country, yet sitting in Stacker machines where people can win them for a buck? Perhaps it’s all part of a secret new marketing campaign from Nintendo. Now to start looking for more Stacker games …
[Via Nintendo Wii Fanboy]
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News: Bungie: Brute Shot, Needler much improved for Halo 3
We recently chatted with Bungie.net’s content producer, Frank O’ Connor, with some big questions about Halo 3. Here’s a partial transcript; check the April issue of GamePro for more details!
Review: Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion: Shivering Isles
Although Bethesda has released a number of downloadable content packs for its sprawling RPG-epic, Oblivion, the Shivering Isles represents the first true expansion that has been packaged and sold separately.
News: Microsoft improves Xbox 360 customer service
Recent changes in Microsoft’s customer service policy outline a potentially better customer experience for Xbox 360 owners.
Screen Update: Enemy Territory: Quake Wars
10 brand new shots of different areas and maps in Quake Wars!
Review: Guitar Hero II
By now, you’re most likely finishing up Hangar 18 and Freebird on Expert in the PlayStation 2 version of Guitar Hero II, and you’re probably wondering if it’s worth it to pick up the Xbox 360 version for another round of furious fretwork, right? Well, the answer is simpler than a toilet; it’s “Yes!”
News: Wii sales double up Sony’s PS3 figures in Japan
The latest sales figures from Japan once again indicate that the Nintendo Wii currently has a 2-to-1 leg up on Sony’s PlayStation 3.
News: No charges filed in bizarre Wii-related death
Authorities have concluded that no crime took place that led to the death of Jennifer Strange, the woman who passed away from water intoxication as a result of a Nintendo Wii radio contest promotion.
Hands-On: Super Paper Mario
Super Paper Mario prepares to turn its ultra-thin visuals to into a full-bodied Mario adventure for the Wii.
Review: Burnout Dominator
It shouldn’t come as a surprise any more when Criterion manages to update and improve upon their Burnout formula–and that’s exactly what they’ve done with Dominator.
News: Sony slashes U.S. PSP prices to $169.99
Starting today, the PSP core system has received a $30 price cut, and will now be retailing at $169.99 US.
News: Second week PS3 sales fall 82% in UK
Chart Track reports a heavy fall in sales during the PlayStation 3’s second week on sale in the UK.
Screen Update: Enemy Territory: Quake Wars
10 brand new shots of different areas and maps in Quake Wars!
Screen Update: Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 2
Naruto is back with vigor!
News: Japanese devs speak out on behalf of Western Gaming
In part one of a week-long series devoted to Western gaming, Weekly Famitsu speaks with Yakuza producer Toshihiro Nagoshi, and we have the translation.
Review: Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion: Shivering Isles
Although Bethesda has released a number of downloadable content packs for its sprawling RPG-epic, Oblivion, the Shivering Isles represents the first true expansion that has been packaged and sold separately.
Screen Update: Enemy Territory: Quake Wars
10 brand new shots of different areas and maps in Quake Wars!
Screen Update: Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords
Face the wrath of warlords with… shiny jems!
Preview: Ninja Gaiden Dragon Sword: FACTSHEET
Tecmo Announces Ninja Gaiden Dragon Sword
Screen Update: Ninja Gaiden Dragon Sword
Ninja Gaiden is coming to the DS!
