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Tomb Raider: Anniversary (Xbox 360)

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: Eidos

October 26, 2007
I have been a fan of Tomb Raider for years although I never really thought the original was that good due to the bad controls and camera and then playing the Gamecube TR:Legend which I thought was one of the best TR games around, and this is just like it in every aspect. The controls are excellent and feel good, the camera angles are very good and the graphics are very good. I think the gameplay is excellent, there is loads of puzzles to do and items to find and enemies to kill. Different levels of difficulty also make the game very intersting too. This has got to be in my opinion one of the best tomb raiders around, and this is the first tomb raider modified for the 360 with new stuff in it.

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Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle Earth II (Xbox 360)

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: Electronic Arts

July 14, 2006
This game, to me, is boring, repetitive, and generally unfulfilling.
I hoped for this game to be one where the land of middle-earth could be used to build up an army and create a civilization and then go on to conquer more land. However, it is simply a mission-based bore-fest with a crap frame rate to top it off. The first moment you annialate an army is good, but from then onwards, i cared little.
If you're a LOTR fan, who prefers battle-top style wars, then this could be for you.
However, don't expect a sandbox style god-game. That would have been cool

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Kung Fu Panda (Xbox 360)

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: Activision

June 27, 2008
This is such a fun game, i am 23 and haven't enjoyed a movie/cartoon tie-in since the lion king on Sega Megadrive.

You get to play and most of the main characters, have 4 different costumes for Po and the most fun part is the flying, boating and all other separate action pieces.

The voice work is brilliant, very funny and unique.

The only gripes i have so far is that it appears that you can't select previous levels to reply unless you save the level in one of the save slots or play the game over.

You only have three available slots to use.

Having Downloadable content option would be great for new costumes and moves for the other characters.

Like Sonic Heroes and Lego Star Wars, it'd be good to switch ... Read More:

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Colin McRae: DiRT (Xbox 360)

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: Codemasters Limited

June 15, 2007
I'm a little disappointed with Codemasters' decision to gradually dumb-down their once sim-orientated games. I understand they are in business and need maximise customers, but why can't we have sim options which can be turned on and off? If they're worried about marketing, they could bury these options in the manual - reviewers would still pick up on them. I remember the great TOCA on PS1, then gradually over the years the games have lost their sim edge. I also cannot stand the Americanism and constant guide voice from an American - this is nothing against America but it just seems so out of context.

Graphics look very good in parts, especially cars, damage, and roadside scenery, but the framerate does suffer quite a bit. It will be interesting to see whether any developers ... Read More:

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TeckNet XBOX 360 VGA Cable & 2 RCA For XBOX 360

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: TeckNet


I bought this cable to connect the 360 to my projector. As soon as you plug it in the 360 options give you a list of available resolutions suitable for monitors and projectors with a VGA port. I was able to select 1024x768 and the picture looks stunning rendered in the projectors native format. The optical digital sound output also works perfectly :)

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Turok (Xbox 360)

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: Touchstone

February 08, 2008
Turok, the greatest shooter of the 90's, sporting sniping, dino murder and loads of blood.
Turok 2: Seeds of Evil, doubled all of that with killer graphics and super violent guns.
Turok Evolution: Absoloute rubbish, disgusting graphics even for a PS2 and awful clunky gameplay.
So, after Acclaims last stand and wave to the world of gaming many thought Turok was icstinct.
But now its risen from the grave (ressurected by Touchtone), roaring, clawing and biting, dying for another dig at human flesh, so here it is.
The gameplay is decent enough, with tame but hefty guns, beautiful graphics and awesome Dinos.
But the one thing you are going to hate is the difficulty, on some scenes (namely the Crash Site Ambush level) is as if the game says to you 'Right, your ... Read More:

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Eternal Sonata (Xbox 360)

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: Atari

October 19, 2007
Eternal Sonata is a strange premise, you play a game (a JRPG) about polish composer Frédéric Chopin. It might all seem strange and quirky, well thats exactly what Eternal Sonata is. If you enjoy JRPG's you are going to absolutely love this to bits. Its beautiful to look at... I mean jaw droppingly pretty. This game will really show off the capabilities of your 360 and your HDTV with rich clean colours and animations.

The game itself plays like any normal JRPG, play as a team of oddly dressed characters all complete with funny hairstyles to save the world from an evil force. The true differences lie in the little touches I don't want to spoil it for anyone but lets just say this game has dramatic if a little obvious twists. The way the game plays is also similar to other JRPGS... Turn ... Read More:

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Blacksite: Area 51 (Xbox 360)

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: Midway Games Ltd

November 30, 2007
Bought this game with some HMV vouchers and am glad it wasn't my money I wasted. I'm hoping I can get away with returning it because I realised after 2 minutes that Blacksite is a cold turkey. Having just finished the likes of Halo 3, GOW and COD 4 I was looking forward to some good action. There should be an H after the S in Blacksite.

There really is no statisfaction I can draw from the gameplay. It feels like something that should have been released years ago on Playstation 1. Its far from Next Gen stuff. Games on the old xbox have shown more realism when you down an enemy with a head shot or opened up on 'em with your assualt rifle. The developers have removed all the best bits gamers enjoy. I'm surprised the developers allowed its release. It couldn't do their reputation any good. ... Read More:

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Clive Barker's Jericho (Xbox 360)

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: Codemasters Limited

October 26, 2007
How anyone can say this games crap is beyond me.
Clive Barkers Jericho is one of the best games I have played in ages.
The story will keep you hooked from start to finish and its great the way you can change from character to character.
I really hope they continue the story and bring out a second Jericho!
All in all its everything you want from a game and more.

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Guitar Hero III Union Jack Faceplate (PS3/Xbox 360)

Childrens Toy Shop > Video Games > Xbox 360
from: Activision

January 08, 2008
How anyone can say this games crap is beyond me.
Clive Barkers Jericho is one of the best games I have played in ages.
The story will keep you hooked from start to finish and its great the way you can change from character to character.
I really hope they continue the story and bring out a second Jericho!
All in all its everything you want from a game and more.