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World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Expansion Pack

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Blizzard Entertainment

November 13, 2008
The expansion is very well done. The new content is inventive, engaging, and very well produced. So why only 2 stars? The new instances and raid content are way too easy. Blizzard didn't just dumb this game down, they emasculated it.

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World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Collector's Edition

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Blizzard

November 13, 2008
The extra doodads that come with the Collector's Edition are nice, but a month from now, will you really still want that Frostwyrm in-game pet, or that mousepad? Will you actually read the strategy guide after day one? I flipped through the original and TBC guides that came with the World of Warcraft Battlechest, and they helped me learn the basics of the game, but there's nothing in there that benefits my everyday gameplay; the Internet offers more comprehensive information, more quickly, than the books.

If you want a few new toys and a stylish box, buy the Collector's Edition. If you just want to play the game, buy the regular edition. If you're new to World of Warcraft, don't bother with Wrath of the Lich King just yet. Get ... Read More:

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Fallout 3

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Bethesda Softworks

October 28, 2008
I spent a lot of time playing this game. Think Morrowind in a post-apocalyptic Washington DC, and that's what this game is about. If you aren't a fan of long dialogues and storylines this may not be the game for you. If you like a nice mix of action, adventure, and role-playing this game should be on your short list. It's one of my top games of all time.

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Spore

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Electronic Arts

September 07, 2008
First, the game's concept is awesome.

Second, the implementation is crap. For example, you would think that if you wanted to create a warlike creature, you would gain some benefit by placing weapons and spikes all over the creature. However, this is not the case. It doesn't matter if you give him a dozen spikes, he will do the same damage as a pacificist blob with no spikes. Where is the role playing experience here? The only thing your design changes is the way the creature looks, not his stats or abilities... thus its a dumbed down evolution sim. Imagine Darwin's surprise when the monster shark that evolved huge jaws and teeth was killed by a pacifist sloth...

Finally, this is an EA title, thus it installs SecuROM, ... Read More:

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World of Warcraft Battlechest

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Blizzard Entertainment

October 02, 2007
Ok so after years of making fun of friends who play, I broke down and now I am addicted to this game. Sorry guys for the years of jokes.

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Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Electronic Arts

October 28, 2008
When will they learn? EA is finally starting to put out some decent or even good games and they go and ruin it. I played the beta and thought it was quite fun, however I will NOT be buying this game. Say what you will about SecuROM being spyware, but there is no denying the install limit. I will not allow EA to tell me how to use my LEAGALLY purchased game.

I wonder what the suits at EA are thinking? Its obvious this has done NOTHING to prevent priacy (in fact it appears to increase it) so why is it still being used? I can download a FREE copy and install it as many times as I want, but if I pay for it I am limited to 5 installs! I know EA only cares about the money, but this still baffels me. What is the point in hurting paying customers when ... Read More:

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Nancy Drew: The Haunting of Castle Malloy

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Her Interactive

October 06, 2008
The Haunting of Castle Malloy is another well thought out programmed PC Game! I have never been disappointed with any of the Nancy Drew Series and this one is no exception. Again it educates in a most poignant way about the area or location of the world you are at. I literally had to search the internet to learn how to play and score in darts! And now I know how to play darts. I became quite the "Mixer" when I had to serve at the Irish Pub. Some parts are a wee bit tricky lass, like once you program the jet pack. If you are not in the location the game somehow needs you to be at you will explode and die but come back to life often.lol Also when you are jet packing about I thought I could fly up into the heavens...not so I lost fuel and had to be given another chance. ... Read More:

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Left 4 Dead

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Electronic Arts

November 17, 2008
What makes this a great game is the multiplayer aspect. This game is not designed to appeal to strict single player style. Although the game does not have loads of content, the replay value for the game is really outstanding.

The content in the game is detailed and well polished. Each character has around 1000 voice recordings of good voice acting that helps also. The messages left by other survivors are also a nice touch. There isn't a lot of fluff and filler. I have played through the entire game with friends and it was relatively short lived (6.5 hours), but incredibly fun.

There is no crazy DRM that limits how many times you can install the game, and steam provides good support with the product so far. The demo alone had about 4 or 5 ... Read More:

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World of Warcraft 60 Day Pre-Paid Time Card

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Blizzard Entertainment

November 29, 2004
If you play the game regularly, sure it's convenient to sign up with the bliz plans. But, why pay the tax bliz charges when you can pay the same rate (or better, if you normally go shorter plans) by getting this from Amazon? Always makes a great gift, and never spoils in the mail.

Plus, with the recent release of the expansion (Wrath of the Lich King), your gamer may need a few of these.

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Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning

Childrens Toy Shop > Software > Windows XP
from: Electronic Arts

September 16, 2008
Warhammer Online is a great game. It's only been out for a short time now and already has over 1 million subscribers. The RvR (or Realm versus Realm) experience take player versus player combat to a new level. There's a game here for everyone, whether you like to play alone, with groups against the game or with groups against other people.

They are already about to release several new classes and we're not even 2-months into release.

I already bought a 6-month subscription and I know that's only the start.