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Xbox Live 3 month Gold Membership Card

from: Microsoft

December 02, 2005
I have tried to cancel my subscription three times; each time i am assured it has been processed and will not appear on my bill and each month £4.99 is deducted. On the second time of asking i was politely told 'we have deleted your credit card details from our system, it is impossible for you to be charged next month'. I was charged. Administrative incompetence on this scale amounts to theft. Do not join unless you never want to get out

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Forza Motorsport 2 (Xbox 360)

from: Microsoft

June 08, 2007
Forza 2 is a great game. Good gameplay,good graphics etc. However it is targeted at a specific market - people who like the technical aspect of racing on consoles. If you just like to get cool cars and let them rip at top speed on hugh tracks, then maybe this isnt for you - I recommend something like Gran turismo ..
But a good game and here on amazon.co.uk, a good price!

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Viva Pinata: Trouble in Paradise (Xbox 360)

from: Microsoft

September 05, 2008
I'm pleased to say this version of Pinata is similar to the original in terms of gameplay and controls. I'm pleased because i traded in my Pinata game to get this new one!. All the old characters are there, along with some new ones - although i havent played long enough to see them all yet!. I didnt think the tutorial was as good as the first game - i was ok because i am a seasoned Pinata player and as the controls were pretty much the same, it was easy to get the hang of. However for new players i think the tutorial could of been a bit better.

My only other gripe is that the romancing mini games have become harder! you now have to collect a required amount of love hearts before reaching the end of the maze. To be honest i don't ... Read More:

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Xbox Live 4200 Pts card

from: Microsoft

November 23, 2007
finally! 4200 points!! i dont have to keep driving to the store for more and more points! YAY!!! lol.

This is good for me because it saves gas on my car, and saves me time!
I need more points to change my name, and buy new maps for games!

not to mention i will buying picture packs and themes!

WHUPPYY!!!

ps- its cheaper on ebay.de (4200 xbox live points sent to you by email costs 47,99 Euros. Thats 38 pounds.)

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Age of Empires III Gold (PC)

from: Microsoft

November 02, 2007
This is rubbish. Utter and complete rubbish. I'll tell you why:

Firstly, it was difficult to install on my computer. The auto-install doesn't start - I had to launch it manually - and then it doesn't complete properly, leaving me with a `ghost' application in the taskbar and no icon on the desktop. So even getting the thing to run was a trial.

Secondly, the gameplay. What gameplay? This is no better than a version I had on a mobile phone! Where are the fantastic graphics and the strategic battles it talks about? The graphics are terrible: I kept losing my explorers in the woods because I couldn't see the tiny figures amongst the enormous trees. I would go as far as to say that the illustrations on the packaging (which ... Read More:

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Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts (Xbox 360)

from: Microsoft Game Studios

November 14, 2008
For all you fans of the bear hero Banjo, you will certainly remember the Microsoft buy-out of developer Rareware in 2002. This means that Rareware (now Rare) wont be making any games for Nintendos main consoles and have taken licenses such as Banjo and Perfect Dark along with them.

After several Banjo releases for Nintendo's GBA under Microsoft, Banjo Kazooie 3 (or Banjo Threeie) for XBOX 360 is the biggy. To be released sometime 2008, the game will sure be using the features of the XBOX 360 to its limit along with fine detailed graphics, so fine it takes time to get used to it after the Nintendo 64 days. Seems like the game will be based around the same location(s), characters and keep the non-vocal sounds.

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Viva Pinata (Xbox 360)

from: Microsoft

November 30, 2006
This game is VERY funny! all the little cute Pinatas! sadly once the novely has worn off and you have seen all the different types of critter -i found it just became a bit repetative. But hey it is aimed at kids!. I just got bored of doing my 'gardening' and found it a bit slow going. Visually its great! its the brightest game you will ever play! and theres no doubt that you WILL want a Pinata as a pet!. So its the sort of game you might want to borrow or rent to have a play and a laugh but perhaps not one that you want to own. Its worth just having a go - its very bizarre!.

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Xbox 360 Light Blue Wireless Controller (Xbox 360)

from: Microsoft

October 26, 2007
This game is VERY funny! all the little cute Pinatas! sadly once the novely has worn off and you have seen all the different types of critter -i found it just became a bit repetative. But hey it is aimed at kids!. I just got bored of doing my 'gardening' and found it a bit slow going. Visually its great! its the brightest game you will ever play! and theres no doubt that you WILL want a Pinata as a pet!. So its the sort of game you might want to borrow or rent to have a play and a laugh but perhaps not one that you want to own. Its worth just having a go - its very bizarre!.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004: A Century of Flight (PC CD)

from: Microsoft

August 01, 2003
This is a serious simulator. I've used the whole history of MS Flight Simulators and each gets better. I've used this one for over 3 years now and still don't tire of it. Limitations yes - the principal one being that you're trying to fly an aircraft through a single window. Realistic yes - though I have to say that flying a real light aircraft in good conditions is actually easier than flying this sim! Add ons available - limitless including many free options. With full scenery optional extras (third party) you can fly over and recognise your own house. Alternatively you can plan and fly around the world in real time and weather. Up to you.

If you are already a real world pilot (as I am) you can use this to brush up on your nav skills. Navaid ... Read More:

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Flight Simulator X - Acceleration Expansion Pack (PC)

from: Microsoft

November 02, 2007
I have had many issues with FSX- when it came out I had what was then a medium spec PC... and promptly uninstalled it! I eventually got a new graphics card which helped, and finally ran it a a decent speed. I recently invested in a new PC- spening about £400 on it (as of July 2008), and I felt willing to try FSX acceleration despite the problems people have had. I was very surprised that it not only ran at a good framerate, but did so with the graphics sliders at the high or very high setting for everything. The graphics are stunning!!

As for the pack itself, it adds three very different aircraft to FSX and many many missions. All the aircraft present a new challenge. Air racing is fast paced and very tricky, landing on a carrier is more difficult ... Read More: