Video Game Spotlight: The Weakest Link

For many years, I’ve been meaning to purchase this game that was released on the Playstation One many years ago.  I finally got around to purchasing it this week for $1 on Amazon.com. It arrived in the mail today, and I was excited to play it. Surprisingly, the game holds up quite well, as the game features many video clips from the show.

The same intensity and excitement is captured quite well, with up to 7 human players being able to play together. The host of the show, Anne Robinson is captured very well and makes the game very fun to play as her remarks are ingenious. The game is still quite fun playing by yourself as the computer players have their own personalities. Definitely one of the best games based on a tv game show ever created. The Weakest Link, Good Buy!

Movie Spotlight: Steamboy

I finally got the chance to watch this movie, I’ve been wanting to see it for a few years now. The film takes place in the late 1800’s during the Industrial Revolution when technology was coming into play. It’s interesting to see an anime film in this era as it’s a rare sight to see. The story focuses on a young boy who is told to keep safe in his possession a steamball of sorts, which has a lot of energy in it. He finds out that there is two sides to who wants this steamball.

What he uncovers is a disturbing sight and perhaps a sad but truthful look into politics. Filled with memorable scenes and enough action to keep you wondering what happens next, this film really shines because the voices (mainly of British accent) create a unique tone for the film that you won’t forget. Definitely check it out if you can!

Movie Spotlight: United 93

I recently saw this movie again, which is a realistic reenactment of what had happened on the airplane that crash- landed on 9/11. The film is definitely a must-watch, if you can handle the intense scenes.

The special features of the DVD really touch your heart and gives a better understanding behind the people who lost their lives that day.

Video Game Spotlight: Astrology DS

Ask yourself this question: How much do you like astrology and knowing your horoscope? If it’s something you’re interested in a lot, then this game can provide a bit of entertainment value. The game asks for personal details, even what longitude and latitude you were born.. I had no clue.. after customizing your profile there is a variety of things you can do, but the novelty diminished quite quickly for me. Rent this game first before buying.

Video Game Spotlight: Persona

This game was just released on the PSP. Having played a little bit of Persona 3, I was expecting it to be similar and it was.

The game has some impressive anime cutscenes that helps make the storyline come alive, but the bland environments might bore some. The battles are pretty simple, and luckily one can skip the animations.

With a dearth of RPG’s on the PSP, it’s definitely worth giving this game a shot if you have the attention span and patience for this game. You’ll be pressing the x button alot while walking through quite a bit of first-person perspective. At least the music keeps you entertained.

Product Spotlight: Coca Cola 3D Puzzle

Haha! My nephew would love this, he drinks soda all the time. It’s only 40 pieces so he should be able to do it.

I love 3D puzzles, they are really fun to make although sometimes it can be really challenging.

Please don’t buy them all out before I get a chance to get him one.. you can get it on Amazon.com right here.