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I got 99 problems, but a NES ain’t one…
Break it down old skool with this 8-bit rendition of some hip-hop classics from Jay-Z, Ludacris, Bonecrusher, Kanye West and more. Full tracklist after the jump! Download the MP3 (8-bit Hip-Hop) or listen online here. Jay-Z — Dirt Off Your Shoulders T.I — What You Know Chamillionaire — Ridin’ Ludacris — What’s Ya Fantasy Bonecrusher — Neva Scared Kanye — Overnight Celebrity Ludacris — Move... (read more »)
Excuse me, I believe you have my stapler…
Considering the current economic climate – there, I said it – you never know when you might be back on the job market and in need of dusting off that special suit, you know, the one you keep for Weddings, Funerals and Interviews. But fear not, even when you are forced to wear the uniform of the enemy you need not deny your roots. Simply throw away that black tie you bought when you watched Reservoir... (read more »)
Wakka Wakka Wakka… only 25 days to go!
With Christmas rapidly approaching and prices plummeting it’s never been a better time to get those presents. So with the holiday spirit routed firmly in our hearts we bring you bargains… Mirrors Edge (PS3) – £20.95 The Last Remnant (XBOX 360) – £17.99 Carnival Games (Wii) – £9.99 As the days count down don’t forget to keep checking back for more gift ideas. ... (read more »)
Noooooooooooooo!!!
Those of you with a sensitive disposition should look away now. For the rest of you sick, depraved individuals, watch as a dear old friend is killed in the most horrible way imaginable. (via CubeMe) ... (read more »)
It’s a Gort!
Found on Laughing Squid is this video of Randy George playing the Mario theme on the Theremin. Randy is currently recording a classical Theremin album and is looking for donations to help him complete the project, so put your hands in your pockets and show your appreciation. ... (read more »)
Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, AAAAAahhhhhhhh!
From the mind of French designer John Nouanesing comes the Geekini, a very desirable NES controller (female not included). This is only a concept piece at the moment (aren’t they all), but if it were to ever go into production then you can take the Wiimote and shove it, I’m going old skool. More pics after the jump ;) (via Geekologie) ... (read more »)
My God, it’s full of stars…
Now this is my kind of arcade machine… it’s yellow :) Looking like something from the control deck of a Pan American spaceplane, Martijn Koch’s Retro Space packs in arcade-quality Sanwa joysticks, pushbuttons, an Su20 trackball and includes over 100 licensed arcade classics and a suite of emulators. The cabinet also functions as an HD media jukebox, with a 2×90 watt speaker system and... (read more »)
Put your hands in the air for the… SIDthesizer
This stunning piece of retro-hackery is Subatomic’s MIDIbox SID, a DIY a synthesizer with sound chips from the original commodore 64 personal computer from the 1980’s. The synth is built into an original Commodore 64 computer case. And features 8 SID chips (4 stereo pairs). Each SID chip has 3 oscillators and a variety of other features like filters, ADSR, ringmod, sync. The synth has a very flexible... (read more »)
Wakka! Wakka! Wakka!
Designed by Anderson Horta, these Pac-Man ghost lamps would frighten anyone into chomping down on a large yellow cheese. (via I.Z Reloaded) ... (read more »)
Then where does the power come from, to see the race to its end? From within.
Looks like Master Chief has been eating too many pies. Check out this excellent ad warning of the dangers of child obesity and its link with game playing. Bring on the Wii Fit! (via NotCot) ... (read more »)
The son becomes the father and the father becomes the son.
It began as an innocent email between friends. But it’s power was too strong. And what was at first an idea. Became reality. This is the story of one mans quest to rid the world of rubbish gamers. WiiMan is a full action figure costume of a super hero that functions as a Nintendo WiiMote remote. Click to see WiiMans first (and probably last) appearance at the KinnerNet 2008 Un-Convention, during the Friday... (read more »)
There are dinner jackets and dinner jackets; this is the latter.
These sterling silver Wiimote inspired cufflinks would make a stylish addition to any gamers wardrobe, but at $150 a pair the more financially challenged might prefer these. (via NotCot) ... (read more »)
It’s a Soopa Mario!
Saturday saw the Soopa Coin-Up Brothers super custom vinyl event at the Concrete Jungle in super New York, and even though I wasn’t able to get there the information super-highway does what it does best… check out this super Flickr set for a peek at the super Soopas on show. You can also keep up-to-date with all the super Soopa custom action by visiting the official super Vinyl Toy Freaks Soopa... (read more »)
You are so blind! You so do not understand! You weren’t there at the beginning. You don’t know how good it was!
Retro Thing have a great post about Grant Searle, a keen computer collector , who has written instructions on how to build your very own piece of history… the ZX81. Grants project does come with a warning though: “I must point out this is not a job for the absolute beginner. You will need to blow your own EPROM image and it will probably be a distinct advantage to have access to an oscilloscope in... (read more »)
Video game warriors escaping game grid. This is an illegal exit.
OK, the connection may be a little tenuous, but Tron was sort of a movie about gaming. Like Cool has an excellent post about the Mono Tracer, a 130 horsepower, fully enclosed motorcycle that can hit speeds of up to 250km/hour. Run those guys into your jetwall! ... (read more »)
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