30 Nov 08 Xbox Games Still Fun to Play and Super Cheap
Xbox Games Still Fun to Play and Super Cheap
By Steve Bruce
It’s getting easier and easier nowadays to find cheap Xbox games. If you own and are a fan of Microsoft’s first video game console you probably were as excited as I was about the release of there follow up model the Xbox 360. Personally, I wasn’t that excited because I bought one. I’m stoked because the prices of the original Conker: Live & Reloaded and Forza Motorsport are hitting the floor as a result of this. Cheap Xbox games are suddenly everywhere, and I love every minute of it.
Games that used to be in the $30-50 dollar range are now in the five to ten dollar ranges. Some especially cheap Jade Empires or MechAssault 2: Lone Wolf can be found for less than five dollars on places like eBay. This is a great example of the financial advantage of staying one step behind the current generation of technology, a tactic I’ve been using with computers for years.
The best way to find cheap Xbox games is to start browsing online. With just a bit of investigation you can find some fantastic deals on great ones like Blinx 2: Masters of Time & Space to order. Many different companies sell Halo 2 or Fable, and to stay competitive they’re constantly dropping their prices. One online site I like to use is the one I’ve already mentioned, EBay. EBay is a great source for cheap prices on Sudeki, even if it’s used. I’ve never had any problems with a used Xbox game, and so if you were trying to get Fable: The Lost Chapters I would recommend looking for a pre-owned one.
A lot of local stores will carry used Xbox games as well if you don’t like buying on eBay. One chain I like is EB Games. EB Games is just about everywhere in the U.S. now, and they usually have a good selection of RalliSport Challenge 2, Counter-Strike, and Project Gotham Racing 2. While you can search for specific used Xbox games on their web site, sometimes it’s fun to just pop into one of their stores if one’s in your area. Actually perusing their used selection shelf may help you catch a title or two you might not have thought to search for.
As more next generation video consoles continue to come out, I can only guess the prices on Xbox Music Mixer and Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge are going to continue their downward spiral. Keep your eyes open and stay vigilant on the Internet. You’re sure to find all of the cheap Xbox games you’d ever want. And when the replacement for the Xbox 360 comes along I’ll be doing the same with those games also.
Steve Bruce is an avid gamer and runs the website GameJohn.com
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28 Nov 08 Xbox 360 Fix - How to Fix Your Xbox 360 Permanently
There are 3 basic steps to fixing your Xbox 360 yourself. First, determine what the exact error code is. Second, select the appropriate Xbox 360 repair guide. Third, follow the instructions and get back to gaming. Obviously, the most important step is figuring out what is wrong with your Xbox 360. To do this, look at the power LED ring because it will flash in a particular pattern. The pattern itself provides insight into the problem. Different patterns will lead to numbered error codes which will help define the problem further. You can find a complete listing of the error codes along with instructions on how to get the console to reveal exactly what is wrong by following the link at the end of this article.
After you have deciphered the error codes, you will need to decide on the right Xbox 360 Fix Repair Guide. The link at the end of this article also has a page that provides a side by side comparison of the Xbox 360 Fix Repair Guides. The hard work has been done for you. Review each one carefully and then make your choice. Once you have your guide in hand you are ready to repair. You can usually repair your console in 1 to 2 hours depending on how handy you are with tools.
After you have repaired your own Xbox 360 why not recoup your money and fix your friends consoles or buy a broken one off of eBay. Once you fix one you will be amazed at how easy it is. Here are the basic steps.
- Open the console
- Remove the fan shroud and fan
- Remove the DVD player.
- Remove the power button and motherboard
- Remove the X-Clamps
- Remove the Heat Sinks
- Clean up the old thermal paste
- Put new thermal paste on the CPU and GPU
- Re-install the heat sinks, motherboard, DVD Player and overheat
- Re-install the fan and put the console back together
It really is that easy. This is a permanent fix and lots of the guides show you exactly how to do it with pictures and videos and even online help. So like I said before, save your money and do not send your Xbox 360 back to Microsoft. However, make sure you do your homework before buying an Xbox 360 Fix Repair Guide (not all guides are created equal). You will be glad you did.
To help you determine the right Xbox 360 Repair Guide go to http://360fixit.com You will find a side by side comparison showing you all the features that each Xbox 360 Repair Guide offers along with an error code listing. Good Luck and Good Gaming.
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27 Nov 08 Download Wii Games - How To Get Unlimited Wii Games
Have you bought the new Nintendo Wii recently? Then I am guessing that you, like other Wii gamers are looking for places where you can download Wii games cheaply. Or even free. Is that possible? This article offers you some solutions to help you find the latest Wii games at prices lower than your local game stores. There are several tips here that will get you started to download Wii games. 1. Free to download sites that seemingly allow you to get free Wii downloads do not really do so for frTags: Download Free, Download Games, Download Sites, Find Games, Free Download, Free Downloads, Game Stores, Gamers, Games Download, Games Free, Games Sites, Latest Games, Nintendo Wii, Wii, Wii Games
25 Nov 08 Saints Row 2 Game Guide [PC] (GameSpot)
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25 Nov 08 Mining Made Easy with WoW Mining Guide
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17 Nov 08 Guitar Hero World Tour Xbox 360 Cheats
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17 Nov 08 Nintendo Games
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16 Nov 08 Get Cheats For Xbox 360 And The Ring Of Death
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16 Nov 08 All in One in The Ultimate WoW Guide
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15 Nov 08 Rock Band 2 (Xbox 360)
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13 Nov 08 xbox 360 games walk throughs
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