The Dream Voyagers [Game Download]

The Dream Voyagers [Game Download] Review

It's short--which I rarely notice so this must be pretty short. However, there are extras and ways to make it longer. I loved this game--in the beginning, every portal is new to you, and while the items aren't all that hard to find, the locations are well-drawn and, since they are in dreams, wonderfully fantastical. After a while you will find yourself returning to the same portals, which can be avoided by playing in bonus mode, which will give you a way to pre-view the portals and avoid the ones you are getting tired of. Bonus mode takes you to the portal of your choice (use the one you know the best, and work your way through those you are familiar with) and you are given 3 hints and a relatively short time to figure out what the hints are talking about, and then find that item. This is where it helps if you are familiar with the items in that portal. That's the only kind of mini-game. You can play timed or relaxed. This may be too short and simplistic for those looking for a real challenge, but if you just want some relaxing game play with some vivid and interesting locations, give this a try!

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The Gigglebone Gang World Tour

The Gigglebone Gang World Tour Review

The Gigglebone Gang World Tour Feature

• Rapu guides you and the Gigglebone Gang through many exciting adventures around the world.
• Design your own Russian music box with different characters and ornaments, then watch them dance to excerpts from the Nutcracker
• Enjoy a slide and song show as Monkie Sue introduces you to music, friends, and other exciting scenes from around the world.
• Explore the history of Egypt and test your knowledge with Velma. Choose from any of the six facts she presents and decide if Velma is telling you a fact or a fib.
• Travel with Turtle to other countries in search of clues to help free the good Dragon King from Tako, the evil octopus.

The Gigglebone Gang World Tour Overview

A world of adventure is waiting for you. See the world, make new friends and discover cultures with the Gigglebone Gang as you visit ten different countries. Celebrate a national holiday in India. Pick up local slang words in Australia. Make your own fireworks display in China. Sail down the Nile in Egypt, but watch out for crocodiles. There's so much to see and explore in World Tour - so pack your bags and get ready to enjoy hours of fun and adventure

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Saitek Three Lever Pro Throttle Quadrant (PZ45)

Saitek Three Lever Pro Throttle Quadrant (PZ45) Review

This throttle quadrant is great. Works beautifully and adds another touch of realism to flight simming.
As for those people who have calibration issues, it just takes a little tweaking.
Initially, I had the same problem with the throttle and propellor levers but I figured it out.
As I moved the aforementioned all the way up and down, they would only register from about 21% to 79%, so I could not get the full range.

First, go to the Saitek website and download the latest drivers.
Second, in FSX, assign the throttle, propellor and mixture to the appropriate levers.
Third, in FSX, Controls, Calibration, set the Sensitivity for all three levers all the way to the right and set the Null Zone for all three levers all the way to the left.
That's it. Try it now and it should work perfectly.
Enjoy!

Saitek Three Lever Pro Throttle Quadrant (PZ45) Feature

• 3 axis levers add even more options for control in your favorite flight simulation
• 3 two-way rocker switches add further controls to your simulation setup
• Quadrant can be mounted either on top or in front of your desk, pilot or co-pilot side so that the controls are always where you want them
• Additional quadrant lever heads let you create your preferred configuration of throttle, flaps, mixture and prop pitch
• Works with: Windows XP, XP64 and Vista (all versions) and Windows 7

Saitek Three Lever Pro Throttle Quadrant (PZ45) Overview

Upgrade your flight simulation experience with the Saitek Pro Flight Throttle Quadrant. This makes an ideal addition to the Saitek Pro Flight Yoke System to expand the number of controls for your flight simulation setup. Features: 3 axis levers add even more options for control in your favorite flight simulation; 3 two-way rocker switches add further controls to your simulation setup; Quadrant can be mounted either on top or in front of your desk, pilot or co-pilot side so that the controls are always where you want them; Additional quadrant lever heads let you create your preferred configuration of throttle, flaps, mixture and prop pitch so that the controls are exactly where you want them; Saitek’s powerful Saitek Smart Technology (SST) programming software allows gamers to configure their controls to suit their preferred gaming style, and to save the configurations as personal profiles. Specifications: 3 axis levers; 6 buttons. System Requirements: Connectivity: USB 2.0. Works with: Windows XP, XP64 and Vista (all versions) and Windows 7

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Naval Combat Pack

Naval Combat Pack Review

Nuclear submarine sims are not thick on the ground, to say the least. So it's thankful that we a comprehensive and above all realistic simulation of the Los Angeles nuclear attack submarine have Jan'e 688(I) Hunter Killer. (Incidentally that's nuclear as in nuclear powered, not nuclear armed) However be aware that this is not a simulation that you can just pick up and play. Even if you played earlier, simpler,nuclear sub sims such as Red Storm Rising you may not be prepared for the detail the sim goes into. As the developers actually design simulators for the US Navy you can be assured that this is heavyweight simulation. I should say too that some concepts would be impossible to deduce without reading the manual (such as the Demon waterfall) However the sim is quite easy to get into thanks to well designed tutorials.

Some of the stations covered in the sim are;

-Control room, with depth and speed gauges etc.
_Radar room. Used to find surface contacts naturally.
-ESM and Radio. ESM passively listens for a vessels radar emissions and the radio will recieve messages from your superiors.
-Sonar control. Undoubtedly the heart of the sim. There are stations for Active sonar, broadband passive sonar (which is what you would use most of the time to listen for contacts) narrowband passive, which is used to identify contacts by class, and the oddly titled Demon waterfall,(Demon standing for demodulated noise)
-Periscope. If you think modern submarine warfare is about tracking ships through a periscope and yelling "Fire Torpedoes 2 and 3!" then you'll be disappointed. The periscope is largely redundant in modern submarine warfare, and getting close enough to an enemy vessel to be able to see it through the periscope is almost suicidally foolhardy.
-Weapons control- Where you can set weapon parameters and launch countermeasures
-The TMA or Target Motion Analysis. This is where a targets speed, course, and range can be deduced but accuracy can only be obtained through lengthy sonar readings.
Sea conditions- Determines where the all important thermal layer may be
Map- Used for navigating naturally
Reference- Need to know the capablities of an enemy vessel? Then here's where to look.

The simulation is very comprehensive and holds up to repeated play. However it is what I might think of as a "slow burner" as the pace is frequently slow. But often that's no bad thing. It allows tension to grow as the encounter proceeds. Has he detected you? Should you risk increasing speed? Should you take evasive action if a torpedo has been launched at you or sit tight and hope it passes by? There are plenty of tough choices to be made in every encounter.

There are a few flaws. Graphically it's nothing special. There is a 3D mode , but it's software only and all vessels are unrealistcally grey with red keels. Most of the time though you'll be staring at CRT displays so it's no big loss that the 3D is poor.
There is also no sea ice modelled in the game and as usually you're pitted against Russian vessels this omission is somewhat odd.


Of the other two games. Sub Command is largely an improved version of 688(I) made by the same developers and featuring almsot identical stations. This sim includes sea ice an also lets you command the Russian sub the Akula.
Fleet Command unfortunately is the dud of this trio. Supposedly simulating modern carrier warfare gameplay is too remiscent of early 1980s arcade games. There are some nice visual touches but it's unsatisfying as a strategy game.

Naval Combat Pack Feature

• 688(I) Hunter/Killer is the most realistic submarine simulation ever developed for PC. Master the sonar and weapons control systems, learn to develop real target situations and outfit your boat with the latest advanced weaponry. Then use your skills to complete the tour of duty and earn your dolphins to become a true submariner.
• In Fleet Command, international waterways become theaters of war. The world's most formidable maritime powers exchange their fatal blows -- and entire fleets are at your command. Strategically deploy vessels from every class - frigate to aircraft to nuclear submarine - to maintain the precarious balance of naval power and gain position for the deadly endgame.
• Sub Command puts you in charge of the most deadly modern-day submarines in the world. Play three distinct submarines across two unique and challenging campaigns. Utilize cutting-edge sensor and weapon technology to locate, track and destroy the enemy - even deliver Tomahawk missiles to inland targets. Whether transiting, diving, or surfacing you control the smartest, stealthiest and most feared subs on the water today!
• Includes A Century of Silent Service - a DVD packed with over 90 minutes of interviews, authentic historical submarine footage, and numerous bonus features.

Naval Combat Pack Overview

With the Naval Combat 3-Pack, you'll feel like a decorated Navy veteran. These three games recreate the feel of being in naval warfare, for a realistic and intense maritime simulation.

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City Of Villains PreSale Disk

City Of Villains PreSale Disk Review

Buy ordering this now (yes, the free time for beta is over) you can still use it to upgrade your account! just enter the code key using the "upgrade" button under CoH/CoV section of your playNC account, and you will have acess to 1 or 2 of 4 helmets that were available as a preorder item.

let me explain when I say "1 or 2 of 4 helmets" :

there were 4 preorder helmets but you only got one per purchase, each store location that sold the product gave out a different one, please see the pictures more more detail.

the helmets come up under the helmet tab labeled as "special helmets"

happy gaming!

City Of Villains PreSale Disk Overview

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Bejeweled 2 with Peggle

Bejeweled 2 with Peggle Review

at first when I installed the games and tried to play it was sooooo slow and i didn't go back to it for awhile. I talked to my son, who is better with computers than I to get some Ideas. He had me go on line to see if others were haveing issues, couldn't find much in way of solutions but I came across someone stating to change the games options for the individual games. I deselected the hardware accelerator for bejeweled 2 and 3D acceleration on Peggle, worked perfectly for both. They are very fun games and very addictive.

Bejeweled 2 with Peggle Feature

• Bejeweld 2 - Stunning 3D special effects and crisp, high-resolution graphics
• Bejeweld 2 - 4 ways to play: Classic, Action, Puzzle and Endless
• Bejeweld 2 - Explosive new pieces: power ges, hyper cubes and time bombs
• Peggle - Wield 10 miraculous magic powers
• Peggle - Master 55 levels of bouncy delight

Bejeweled 2 with Peggle Overview

Bejeweled 2 - Play the phenomenal sequel to the classic gem-swapping puzzler! Sit back, relax and marvel at the fun you'll have when you swap adjacent gems to match three or more sparkling jewels. The more matches you make, the higher your score. Reach higher levels and delightful new challenges. Enjoy four entrancing game modes and explosive gems like time bombs and the Hyper Cube. With amazing planetary backdrops and 3D-accelerated special effects, Bejeweled 2 is hours of high-carat fun! Shine up your matching skills to make your way through Bejeweled 2. Have you ever wondered why this match-3 is the game everyone knows? Try it out and see. With even more glitz and glamour, this new take on the ever-loved gem-swapping original will keep you amazed. Peggle - Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness. Conquer 55 fanciful levels with 10 mystical Magic Powers, racking up bonus points and shots you'll smile about for weeks. Face off against your friends in Duel Mode, or tackle 75 Grand Master Challenges. It's luck and skill and joyous thrills, and amidst all this fevered action only one question remains: Can you become a Peggle Master?

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Nancy Drew: Danger on Deception Island

Nancy Drew: Danger on Deception Island Review

From canoeing to playing games in a whale-watching headquarters, this well-thought out game had it all.

I have played most of the games in the series and was very pleased with this one. It was on my Christmas list and the first one I played, partly because of the intriguing-looking cover. I'm now very glad I chose this one as my first to play, because I thoroughly enjoyed it. I'm going to divide this review into sections and rate each particular area how many stars I think it deserves.

Setting/Graphics- Okay, the graphics were incredible!! The characters looked genuine, and the beaches were pretty. The water looked amazing: it was just so REAL-looking!! I loved the graphics!! Unfortunately, the setting disappointed me just a little bit because it was dark, gloomy, and foggy on Snake Horse Harbor. I prefer the bright, sunny games to the dark, gloomy ones, but that is okay. It didn't ruin the game, and I suppose that it looked realistic, though depressing. That is the only reason I'm giving the setting/graphics a measly 4 stars.

Plot- You don't really know there is one until you start the game. But just moments after you begin, you see that the boat you're staying on has been vandalized!! You learn later in the game that the boat is not the first place to be vandalized or stolen from recently. But why? Your goal is to find out why all these strange accidents are happening, and by who. Nice plot that is a little different from other ND games, I'll rate 5 stars easily.

Characters- There are the typical ND amount of characters in this game, plus the usual Bess and George, Frank and Joe Hardy and such. I'll separate the characters and briefly describe each one.
Katie Firestone is the young lady whose boat you are staying on. She is really into sea life, but spends most of her time in this game fixing her engine that the culprit tore apart. Katie is not well-liked in the harbor, and often doesn't see eye-to-eye with the other characters, but accepts that fact pretty well This character is a good asset to Deception Island.
Jenna Deblin runs the Hot Kettle Cafe and has for two years. She is kind, and you can eat her delicious clam chowder and blueberry muffins if you're bored. Jenna is a sort of average person, and nothing about her really stands out that much. But that does not at ALL whatsoever make her a bad character; she's probably my favorite.
Holt Scotto spends his day usually at the Hot Kettle drinking coffee. He's running for harbormaster, and the time he spends not in the cafe he usually spends at campaign meetings, but that's funny because he isn't exactly what you'd call a politician. Katie despises him, and the feeling is pretty mutual. Holt's a little amusing at times, especially when he flips out if you try to get into the lighthouse when he's watching you. A good, solid character.
Andy Jason runs a whale-watching business just like Katie. But his is all decked out, and is at a special place called Whale World. You can play games in her center, and he is the friendliest of all the characters to Nancy, though I find him slightly obnoxious and WAYYYYYY too enthusiastic about what he does. Even so, he fits well into the game.
A character you can never meet face-to-face but is a HUGE and crucial part of the game is an older lady named Hilda Swenson. She went "crazy" after her husband died, and moved to land across from Snake Horse Harbor without taking any possessions along with her so she could escape all the people of the harbor, whom she grew bored of. Hilda has a lively personality and is very active, and a request she makes to Nancy is a major part of the case.
I have nothing to complain about the characters, they are all very different and have different stories to tell. Great characters!! I'll give them 5 stars.

Transportation- There are two methods of transportation in this game: bike and canoe. By bike you can go to 4 places: Katie's boat, the Hot Kettle Cafe, Whale World, and the Lighthouse. If you're traveling by canoe, you can get lost and go anywhere you want, but sophisticated places to go are the beach, the sea caves, and a few places in the water that Hilda assigns you where to go. Unlike some ND games, there are plenty different atmospheres and places to go. All the transportation stuff I'll present with 5 stars.

Puzzles- Great!! The puzzles were fun and didn't usually require cheats, but not so easy that they took you five minutes to figure out. There weren't really any "big" puzzles, and you wouldn't know right off the bat that it was a puzzle, but you can't really qualify them as anything else. They were fun to solve and as usual about half the game. The puzzles were brilliant, so I'll easily give them 5 stars.

Ending- I was very, very, very pleased with the ending of this game!! It all happened so well and fit together perfectly. I won't give you too many details, but I'll say that this ending is one of the best ones!! There was a bit of a twist and it made playing this game all worth it. Unlike some of the ND games, this ending was brilliant. It didn't leave you feeling cheated, and it fit well as a part of the game. I'll give it 5stars before you can say "Alacadabra!!"

Extras- This game, along with most Nancy Drew games, had various things you could do other than solving the case. You could go to Whale World's centers and play 4 different mini-games. Also, you could visit the Hot Kettle Cafe and eat lots of clam chowder and muffins. Lastly, you could go to the beach and build sandcatles or tickle a goldfish. The extras came in fun bundles, and I'm glad they were there. They deserve 5 stars. They were great to play when you got bored of or stuck in the mystery. Though I didn't find myself get bored, they were fun do anyway.

Overall- Altogether, this game was FAB!! It was SO much fun to play the first time, and the second, and the third, and on and on and on. You will not be disappointed if you purchase Danger on Deception Island.

And, for the final tally-

Setting/Graphics- 4 stars
Plot- 5 stars
Characters- 5 stars
Transportation- 5 stars
Puzzles- 5 stars
Ending- 5 stars
Extras- 5 stars

Add those up: 34, and divide by 7, and round to a total of: 4.9 stars!! Yay!!

Thanks so much for taking the time to read my review!! I really hope it helped!!

Nancy Drew: Danger on Deception Island Feature

• An unknown assailant has vandalized the whale-watching boat owned by Nancy's host, Katie Firestone. Nancy will explore Snake Horse Harbor to uncover the truth to this new mystery!
• Use Nancy's new cellular phone & GPS system to collect clues and chart a course at sea
• Uncover clues and interact with townsfolk, as you study the strange threat in the rolling fog
• Click on the Second Chance option to avoid making mistakes
• Go kayaking in crystal clear waters and shadowy sea caves, and figure out if this crime is related to the orca whale that's been spotted in the harbor

Nancy Drew: Danger on Deception Island Overview

In Nancy Drew: Danger on Deception Island, the teen detective's vacation in the Pacific Northwest runs aground, and it's up to her to figure out why! Ages 10 & up

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