ZEN Pinball Review

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(More customer reviews)I actually downloaded this directly from the PSN store where they were having a half-price sale on some PS3 and PSP downloads.

The ZEN features VERY well designed tables. The physics are simply fantastic and, with the Dual Shock controller you really feel the game. The download comes with 4 tables: Shaman, Tesla (my favorite), El Dorado and V12. They are pretty well done but... it's only 4 and it gets boring quickly. At the time I am writing this review 2 extra table, including the Ninja Gaiden could be downloaded for about $2.50 each for a total of 6 tables.

Once you select a table you can play it in a solitaire mode or you can do multi-player over the PlayStation Network or join a 'tournament' or you can have more than one player taking turns if playing with friends or family at home. Even when you play in solitaire mode, your scores are recorded and you can see various stats that compare you against everyone else who plays that table. I, for example, I am somewhere in the 170,000's on Tesla and 6500's on V12.

When you play online, the person who organizes the game sets a goal - like 5,000,000 points, for example and, whomever, from the party of 4, gets there first wins. It's interesting that, if the online game starts with fewer than 4 or someone drops, someone else can join a game in progress but, of course, it's difficult to win because you'd be starting with a handicap.

For what I paid - five dollars - I am happy with the purchase. I'm not sure if the game is worth the full price, given that you will be paying more for more tables. My suggestion is to try the PSN demo where you can play El Dorado minus the network options, plus some extra time needed to re-download the game once your current game ends.

I will give the ZEN 4-stars: pluses for the super-realistic pinball simulator but subtracting a little for the scarcity of tables and for the not so exciting online modes.

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ZEN Pinball offers an unparalleled arcade experience for casual players and experts alike! The game combines the thrills of traditional pinball with exciting new features!The rules are simple: the player has to keep the ball on the playfield by using the flippers, and - occasionally - by slightly nudging the table.Each target, loop and ramp scores a certain amount of points, and there are special modes that can be triggered by specific methods on each table.The flashing lights on the playfield and the messages on the dot matrix display always tell which way to shoot the ball.ZEN Pinball also offers two major features you will not find in other pinball games: you can compete head to head in single games with other players over PlayStation®Network, and you can also enter multi-day Tournaments to test your scoring skills against the pinball fans all over the world!1-4 players100 MB minimum save sizeHDTV screen resolution: 720pMotion sensor functionNetwork featuresNetwork players 2-4

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Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo HD Remix Review

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(More customer reviews)This game is not an Add-on.You can download full version and play Online multi-play or single games.

If you've played the original version of puzzle fighter turbo on the original Playstation, this is just like the original, but with HD graphics!I love playing vs someone or online.However, there's not enough playing online, so that sucks.. Also, the game play has some lag when you're online (I have comcast cable). If you loved the old version, you'll love this as well on PS3!Great game and one of the most exciting puzzle (tetris, dr. mario genre) game ever!FOr nine b
ucks, it's like free! Simply purchase on Amazon for $9, get the code, connect to Playstation network, purchase online, and enter the code to download... Don't waste your money and time purchasing the original disk.. This is so much better (only graphic. The game play is identical to the original Puzzle Figter Turbo.

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One of the most popular puzzle games of all time is back with HD graphics, dazzling elemental effects and a new re-balanced X mode! Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo HD Remix brings together the worlds of Street Fighter, Darkstalkers and other Capcom characters to provide extremely addictive puzzle mayhem. Enjoy single player, local versus mode or just watch other players duke it out online!

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Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars Review

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(More customer reviews)I have not played the console versions of GTA extensively, but from what I have played, this game accurately captures everything and ports it over successfully to the handheld format. I wouldn't call this the best game for the PSP, but it's definitely in the Top 25.

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Following his father's murder, Huang Lee has a simple mission: deliver an ancient sword to his Uncle Kenny to ensure his family retains control of the Triad gangs of Liberty City. Huang is a spoiled rich kid who expects everything to run smoothly, but his trip does not go exactly as planned. After being robbed and left to die, he will search for honor, riches and revenge in the most dangerous and morally bankrupt city in the world.

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Sony Playstation Network Card - $50 Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchase this card and I sent it from amazon to Costa Rica, because I want the Map Pack 1, 2 and 3($9.99 each) from the Call of Duty WAW.

I tried to buy dollars to my wallet in the PlayStation Store (in my ps3 slim) with my credit card, that have the billing address in LA, California, but it didn't work any way.

So, I purchase it and now I can play the 3 map packs. There is true that we need to spend more money($5-6 to shipping, $3 taxes, $7 to bring to CR: $65 total) to get this card, but is the only way to get some add-on, games, themes or something else in the outside of US like Latinoamerica.

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The Sony Playstation Network Card can be used to download games, movies, and more from the Playstation Store. In the past, a credit card was required for purchases from the Playstation Store. With the new Playstation Network Cards, users can shop the Playstation Store without needing a credit card. These cards can be used in the Playstation Store on both the PC and the online browser of the Playstation 3.

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Flower Review

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(More customer reviews)Flower is a surprise hit with critical praise and bestselling status. The developer, thatgamecompany, aims to show emotion in the games they create, giving the player satisfaction on a different level than most mainstream games. Its simplistic controls--SIXAXIS motion control to move and any button to move faster--let you focus more on the astounding graphics and soundtrack and less on worrying about specific techniques. The game is made to let you relax and is a very nice departure from most other video games.

In the game, you are the wind. As the breeze flies throughout the beautiful blades of grass, you pick up single petals from flowers that you fly over until, eventually, you have hundreds of flower petals following you. The first few levels introduce you to simple puzzles involving exploration and collections of certain petals, but the last few levels reveal the plot in which you bring organic energy to a dismal, lifeless urban environment.

The game is rather short, especially if you just go through the levels quickly, but the game is meant to be played slowly so you can take in the entire experience. It is very visually stunning and must be seen on an HDTV to truly enjoy the animation of each blade of grass. Replay value comes in the form of trophies with certain goals, which include finishing levels with certain criteria and finding all "secret" flowers throughout all levels. I must admit that, after getting 100% of the trophies, it's not a game I play too often, but it is very nice to play through when I need a break.

This game is a great example of interactive art and I think it could actually prove to be a landmark game in the movement for emotion in gaming. Many people still say that video games can never be art, but if thatgamecompany has anything to say about it, there will be some changed minds in the future.

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Flower lets you take control of the wind as you explore and navigate beautiful, lush environments using only the SIXAXIS motion controls. Journey through varied landscapes at your own pace, interacting with and changing the environment as you go, and find balance and harmony in your surroundings. This is an interactive escape that takes you on an emotional journey like no other game you've ever experienced.Download the game today and experience the world of Flower.

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Fat Princess Review

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(More customer reviews)I don't get why this game has such low ratings - I've been playing it ever since it came out, and I'm still not bored of it. If you have a ps3, a headset, and a controller - you have no reason to not own this game. It has great music and colorful, unique graphics - and most of all, addicting gameplay. There's nothing quite like hooking up your headset and playing a game with your friends miles away who are on their headsets, joining together to capture an outpost, break down a wall, or capture the princess.

Now granted, this game isn't perfect - online matches can get stale, with neither team gaining any ground and the match going on for hours (at worst) - but if that happens, you simply enter another match. This shouldn't be so hard to figure out, people. Of course I would rather not have to deal with that (who wouldn't?) but the reality is that this happens not all that often, so most of the time I am jumping into matches that are very enjoyable. And of course, there's always the offline mode - which has plenty of merit itself - an entertaining children's story-book driven single player campaign (although with a lame ending I must admit), bot battling, and the "gladiate" mode, where you fight off enemies in an arena. Plus there's the "get fabulous" section - where you customize your character's appearance.

I think this is an excellent game, well worth the money - it's flaws are very easily overlooked, in my opinion at least. And my friends agree - we've clocked countless hours into it already and I don't see that changing anytime soon. If you want a game that'll hook you - get this. Probably the best PSN title of the year.

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Rescue your beloved princess through teamwork in this comic medieval battle royale. There's a catch, though-the other team has been feeding her magical cake, making her harder to escort back to your castle. Choose from five distinct character classes and switch at any time to best help your team. Charge head first into battle, heal teammates as they break through enemy lines, and upgrade your team and the castle defenses as you work with your team to save your princess. Full HD 1080p requires an HDMI cable and a 1080p native display with an HDMI input supporting HDCP.

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PlayStation 3 Wireless keypad Review

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(More customer reviews)The following are my conclusions and observations following several hours of testing. It is possible that I missed a feature or two but I am quite confident that I was able to test all the major ones.

The setup and first impressions:
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I don't know why, I imagined a bigger device. I am pleased to note that the keypad is a lot thinner than I imagined - about half an inch thick and pretty light.

It fits nicely on top of any standard PS3 controller thanks to a clamp that, once it clicks in, it makes the keypad appear as if it was part of the controller's body. The three controller buttons that it covers: PS3, Select and Start are present on the pad at their expected locations but they only work when the keypad is attached to the controller. All other buttons work regardless of the keypad being attached or detached.

The keyboard is okay but it's better suited for larger hands (or long thumbs). As a Blackberry user, I find this keyboard less comfortable than that of a classic Blackberry - but I've been using Blackberies for almost 10 years already so I may be a little bit spoiled or maybe biased toward their ergonomics.

As far as workmanship is concerned, my impression is one of a well-built, durable device. It integrates well, visually and functionally with the PS3 controllers.

The setup:
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After a couple of hours of charging through the USB port (cable not included), the keypad is ready to use. Once the On/Off switch is set to On, all that's needed is for the keypad to be connected to the PS3 through a USB cable and the pairing is done automatically.The workings:
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The keypad operates in two modes: as a keyboard or, interestingly, as a touch pad.

In keyboard mode, you get a QWERTY keyboard with well separated, round little keys. The letters, numeric and punctuation keys are where you would expect them to be but the special keys are not exactly at their familiar places and some of the less essential ones (PgUp, PgDn, End, Home and the function keys) are missing. Special characters can be entered with the help of 2 modifier keys (the Blue and the Orange).

Three special keys allow you to enable the touch pad mode or quickly jump to your PS3 message box or friends list icons - I did not find the last 2 very useful.

Until you make yourself familiar with some of the less obvious key combinations it's a good idea to save the instructions pamphlet (a 17"x11" folded sheet) found in the package.

The touch pad mode is very interesting in that, after pressing the 'touch pad key', the keyboard is disabled and a section of the keyboard emulates a laptop's touch pad and the 2 cursor keys emulate mouse buttons and you can interact with your environment as if you were using a mouse.

I am a 'knob' person as far as mouse emulation is concerned but, based on my testing, the touch pad mode, while interesting and innovative, is not very well implemented. For example, while in Browser mode, it does not allow you to scroll down your browser window, something that is easily and intuitively accomplished with the R3/L3 analog sticks. The cursor, when controlled with the touch pad was jumpy, either moving from one corner of the window to another or, sometimes, not moving at all. The good news is that all the controller buttons, including the sticks, are fully functional all the time so, people like me, won't have to use the touch pad.

Brief evaluation:
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+ Bluetooth device, does not require dongles or wires
+ Replaces a full-size keyboard, well suited for entering passwords or brief messages
+ Perfectly integrated, physically and functionally with the PS3 controller - generally, it does not interfere with game play
+ Rechargeable battery
+ According to Sony (not tested by me) it can be paired with other Bluetooth devices (don't lose that manual)

- Adds weight to the controller
- Some of the special keys are placed at unfamiliar locations
- Keys 'real estate' wasted by assigning 2 keys to jump to the message box and the friends list
- Touch pad does not work very well
- Small hands may find it a bit uncomfortable

Before I started writing this review, I thought I was going to award this keypad 3 stars but, once I listed the pros and the cons I see that the negatives are relatively minor. The major disappointment is the touch pad but it's not something that I am going to miss because I am already happy with the R3/L3. 3.5 stars should be the fair score but I am rounding it up to 4 because my overall impression is positive.

With HOME now a reality, this is likely to become an increasingly useful add-on.

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The Wireless Keypad for the Sony PlayStation 3 turns your regular controller into a texting device with mouse input capabilities, while still maintaining full gameplay functionality. This Blue tooth device attaches to any DualShock 3 or SixAxis wireless controller and enables effortless Internet browsing, emailing and instant messaging on the PlayStation Network and PlayStation Home.


The Wireless Keypad for the PS3 turns your regular controller into a texting device with mouse input capabilities. View larger. The Wireless Keypad for the Sony PlayStation 3:

Attaches to any DualShock 3 or SixAxis wireless controller.
Utilizes a QWERTY keypad for fast, thumbs-only typing.
Allows for convenient scrolling and selection with the touchpad mouse.
Design includes Blue tooth 2.0 and a rechargeable Lithium-ion polymer battery.

QWERTY Keypad Mimics Smartphones
Adding the wireless keypad turns your regular wireless controller into a easy-to-hold, multifunctional device. Mimicking the QWERTY keypad on smartphones, this device is also designed for fast, thumbs-only typing. The unique touchpad feature allows for convenient scrolling and mouse for the PlayStation 3 on-screen display. When you touchpad is pressed, you can not use the keys for character input, but you can slide your finger on this area to select something on screen.
Blue tooth 2.0, Short Cut Keys, and More
Dedicated short-cut keys provide time-saving instant access to Message Box and other online communication applications on the PlayStation Network. This device charges by connecting it directly to the PlayStation 3 system using a standard USB cable. It is important to note that this device features Blue tooth 2.0, with an operating range of up to 33 feet, and it comes equipped with a rechargeable Lithium-ion polymer battery (Capacity: 610mAh).
By integrating all these features into a sleek and elegant design you can further enhance your online interactivity on the PlayStation 3 system.

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