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NHL Hitz to NHL 12

Ever since the age of five I've been playing Ice Hockey. Whether it was playing in house league or travel, to playing in college, it’s always been something I’ve loved and enjoyed. Nothing beats playing on the ice, but off the ice, playing NHL games for gaming consoles as well as mini sticks with the bro’s helped feed my appetite for when I wasn’t laced up.  I was addicted to the NHL Hitz games and always had to have the coolest mini sticks and nets for when I played against my friends. Now that I’ve grown up though, the mini sticks and nets are now sitting somewhere in my attic along with the old Playstation 2 had with all my NHL Hitz games.

Being twenty-one, I still have some gaming years left in me (hopefully) and have moved on to my newest gaming addiction, NHL 12. NHL 12, made by EA, is hands down one of the best sports games for the 2012 gaming year. GameTrailers even ranked it 9.2 out of 10 stars, and with a review like that you know this game is the real deal. Having bought it the other day I’ve become addicted and can't drop the Xbox 360 controller. With new features from its predecessor NHL 11, you can now hit players over the opposing benches, break the glass on shots as well as hits, and Goalie’s can now fight (Patrick Roy probably made a call for this feature). You can find great deals on this amazing game for Xbox 360 and PS3 here through GetItNext!

Xbox Live 12 Month Gold Subscription Card - June 22nd eBay Daily Deal

Attention all gamers, eBay is offering a daily deal on a Xbox Live 12 month Gold Subscription card on June 22nd. 

So what kind of discount can you expect?  Well typically daily deals are 20-90 percent off retail and always offer free shipping.  Here's a link to check out to take advantage of the daily deal at 11am (est) on June 22nd.  Remember the daily deal is like a woot, once they sell out that's it: Xbox 12 Month Gold Subscription Daily Deal

Here are some current eBay auctions for Xbox 12 month gold subscription cards so you can compare.

You Got An Xbox 360 - How to Get Games Cheap

Alright, so your parentals finally hooked you up with an Xbox 360 and you want to ramp up your game library on the cheap.  Your in luck, there are a couple simple ways to get a bunch of games on the cheap. 

The first way is to source used games since the Xbox has been around awhile.  The second is to buy games in bulk which leads to a much lower per game price.  I've attached a couple of links to help you save dough on eBay powered by GetItNext the gaming community eBay search engine of choice:

Xbox 360 used games

Xbox 360 bulk game deals

Xbox 360 used bulk games

If you don't have an eBay account, use this link to sign up, its free and easy to do, eBay new registration.

Monopoly...choices abound!

We have decided to purchase a Monopoly game for our son to help teach him the value of money.  But what type to purchase?  There are so many to choose from. As it turns out, there is version after version, and truly, an option for almost everyone!
 
There is Electronic, Disney for your little princess, and Transformers or Star Wars for the young lad. Then I was surprised to see that there are versions for Ps2, Ps3, Wii, and Xbox 360. I remember growing up we had one choice - the original version of the using paper money. How far the classic board game has evolved!

Top Boys Board Game Gift Ideas for 2008

Looking for a gift that will get your son, grandson, or nephew off of his Wii, PS3 or Xbox 360 for a little while? Well here is a list of some of the most popular board games for kids:

Risk    

Stratego

Battleship

Battleship Star Wars

Star Wars Galactic Heros

Spy Trackdown

The Clone Wars - Star Wars for the Next Generation

When the first Star Wars movie, now officially titled “A New Hope”, was released in theaters in 1977, I was seven years old. “The Empire Strikes Back” followed in 1980, and the original trilogy wrapped up in 1983 with “Return of the Jedi”. I would have given anything for a real lightsaber…come to think of it, I still would! The point is, I grew up with the world George Lucas created at impressionable times in my life.

The Star Wars universe then produced book after book from imaginative writers such as Timothy Zhan and Kevin J Anderson at a time in my life when I really enjoyed reading. The books I felt, did, and continue to do a fantastic job in furthering the Star Wars tale for those wanting a future-look into the lives of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and company.

My son is now seven years old, and Star Wars means as much or more to him now, as it did to me all those years ago. That is what I think is one of the most unique characteristics of the Star Wars saga – it spans generations, and in some cases brings generations together. Essentially, the motion picture versions of the original trilogy, in addition to the prequel trilogy, tell the life story of Anakin Skywalker’s Jedi heroism, and his fall from grace to the Dark Side as Darth Vader - albeit a little backward in presentation.

And now, the spin-off story set between the motion pictures “Attack of the Clones” and “Revenge of the Sith”, is the story of the Clone Wars as the latest chapter. Thanks to the two animated dvd’s; “Star Wars Clone Wars – Volumes One and Two”, and the theater-released computer animated “Star Wars - The Clone Wars” prefacing the television series of the same name, my son now wants to either be a Clone Trooper, or a Jedi when he grows up. Well, who am I to stand in his way…provided he can score me that real lightsaber.

Star Wars Video Games & Accessories - Wii                Nintendo Wii

Star Wars Video Games & Accesories - Nintendo DS    Nintendo DS

Star Wars Video Games - Playstation                          Sony PS3

Star Wars Video Games - Xbox                                   Xbox 360

Star Wars Video Games - PC

The real battle: Guitar Hero versus Rock Band

There was a time in my life when I wished I could be in a rock band, traveling to different venues every night with groupies in tow.  Now, my dreams of travel are less frequent and in an SUV rather than a tour bus.  Oh, and my groupies call me “mom”.  Besides the occasional drum solo on the steering wheel or the belting of a tune I just can’t seem to get out of my head, I am in search of a venue for the inner rock star that lies within me.  Thus, the real battle begins.  Do I purchase Guitar Hero or Rock Band?

Guitar Hero offers 70+ songs to play along with, allows me to play with other “musicians” through the multiple guitar battle mode, and comes with a Gibson Les Paul guitar controller.  And I can customize my “guitar” because of the removable face plate.  If I am feeling exceptionally bold, I can even battle with other “musicians” worldwide via an online multi-play mode.

In comparison, Rock Band’s song list for this package is similar in length to Guitar Hero, but also advertises more current hits along with classic rock band hits.  However, it does not confine me to just a guitar for my instrument of choice.  I can enlist a bassist or drummer or pass the mic to a lead vocalist.  Not to mention, I have eliminated the idea of taking turns by adding more instruments.

Either way, I get to go on tour, by never leaving my living room.

Sony PS3         Nintendo Wii          Xbox 360

Nintendo Wii Leads All Tech Toys on eBay for 2008

So what is the most searched tech toy on eBay?  Hmm, perhaps its the gaming system that has been the hardest to find the past 3 holiday seasons.  Ah that would be the Nintendo Wii.  True to its roots eBay is the place to source hard to find items when you've gotta have em.

Over 2 million Wii consoles, Wii games, and Wii accessories have been sold on eBay this year alone.  The Wii's nearest competitors are not even close, Xbox 360 has close to 1.3 million items sold and the Sony PSP is a distant 3rd with 350,000 items sold.

The rest of the top 10 includes Apple's iPod touch, Wii Fit, Apple iPhone 3G, Blackberry Pearl, Blackberry Curve, Sony PS3, and Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock

Hot Video Game Gifts For Teens

 Does your son or daughter love playing video games on their PS3, Xbox 360 or PC?  If so I'm sure your a bit confused as to what the hot games are this year.  Here's a quick list of some of the hottest gift ideas for your teen gamers:

Mirror's Edge by EA, rated T - versions for PS3, Xbox and PC

Blizzard's World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King for the PC

Rock Band 2 by MTV games, for all major gaming systems

Guitar Hero: World Tour by Activision, for all gaming systems

Halo 3, for Xbox 360

Tom Clancy's End War by Ubisoft, for Xbox and PS3

Xbox PS3 or Wii Which Gaming System Should You Give as a Gift?

Confused as to which gaming system you should give as a gift to your loved one?  Well, its a very tough decision as each gaming console offers lots of different options.  There are several factors that should be considered before you decide.  First lets list out the top 3 gaming system options.  Right now there are 3 top gaming systems available: the Xbox 360, Sony Playstation 3 and Nintendo Wii.

So how do you decide which is the best gaming system?  Well it depends on the following: age of the gamer, experience of the gamer and cost.  Our recommendations are as follows:

For the beginner gamer or for a family fun gaming system we recommend the Nintendo Wii and Wii fit.  This system is perfect for the first time gamer and/or for families to participate together.

For the experienced and older gamers we recommend either the xBox 360 or the Sony PS3.  Both systems bring the highest quality graphics, sound quality and overall gaming experience to the user.  The Xbox 360 holds a slight edge in the quality of games available and price.  While the PS3 is the top choice because of its ability to serve as a high quality Blu-ray player in addition to a top flight gaming console.