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Glitches usually come in one of two varieties: The hilarious, and the game breaking. Sometimes, however, you'll stumble across a bug so profoundly weird that it falls into both categories. Enter the "Reverse World," an Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 error which flips the camera 180 degrees on its Z axis, turns the characters into silhouettes and reverses all input motions.

As explained in the above tutorial video, the glitch is activated by performing Morrigan's Astral Visions hyper combo and then sliding down a wall as Strider. The effect is devastating to the match, but since the glitch requires the participation of both parties, it doesn't seem like it could be abused for trolling purposes. In fact, we'd take a smiling, floating Servbot over Wesker's DHC glitch any day.

JoystiqWelcome to UMvC3's Reverse World originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 04 Dec 2011 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The new IPs sound a bit more, um, eclectic: Gravity Daze, Reality Fighters (an augmented reality title), Smart As, Broken, and the delightful-sounding Little Deviants.

Update: PlayStation Blog confirms the complete list of game franchises noted at PlayStation Meeting 2011 with NGP iterations in development:
  • Call of Duty
  • Broken
  • Gravity Daze
  • Hot Shots Golf
  • Hustle Kings
  • Killzone
  • LittleBigPlanet
  • Little Deviants
  • Reality Fighters
  • Resistance
  • Smart As
  • Uncharted
  • WipEout

JoystiqUncharted, Killzone, Resistance, LBP ... and Little Deviants among 'NGP' games in development originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 27 Jan 2011 01:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokengravity-dazegravity-rushhot-shots-golflittle-deviantslittlebigplanetngpplaystationplaystation-meeting-2011playstation-vitapsppsp2reality-fightersresistanceresistance-burning-skiesresistance-ngpsmart-assonyunchartedvitawipeoutThu, 27 Jan 2011 01:50:00 EST<![CDATA[BioWare fixes 'Shadow Broken' Mass Effect 2 DLC for PC [update]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/09/07/bioware-working-to-fix-shadow-broker-mass-effect-2-dlc-for-pc/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/09/07/bioware-working-to-fix-shadow-broker-mass-effect-2-dlc-for-pc/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/09/07/bioware-working-to-fix-shadow-broker-mass-effect-2-dlc-for-pc/#commentsFiled under: , ,

PC players eager to penetrate the "Lair of the Shadow Broker" in today's Mass Effect 2 DLC release have hit a snag. The new content is apparently incompatible with Windows 7 64-bit systems (update: all systems), as reported by Big Download.

"I haven't said anything as we are working on the issue," noted BioWare community coordinator Chris Priestly in response to countless complaints (no really, countless complaints) on the official forums. "I understand you are all irritated by this, but we want you all to play, so we are working hard to determine and fix whatever is causing this."

Update: Priestly has created a new thread tracking the issue. Apparently, the original download was corrupt and prevented "all" PC users from playing the new content. That file has since been removed from BioWare's download section (though it's harmless if you did download it). "We are working on a fix for the issue and will get a working file up for PC users ASAP," Priestly assures, without knowledge of a more specific ETA.

Update 2: Priestly delivers the good news: "Lair of the Shadowbroker should now be fixed for the PC and should be able to be downloaded now for both the PC and Xbox 360."

Gallery: Mass Effect 2 ("Lair of the Shadow Broker" DLC)


[Thanks, Killer rin & Daniel]

JoystiqBioWare fixes 'Shadow Broken' Mass Effect 2 DLC for PC [update] originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>BioWarebrokenbugsDLCEALair-of-the-Shadow-BrokerMass-Effect-2pcTue, 07 Sep 2010 18:10:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony: 'Don't use your PS3' until internal clock bug is fixed]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/01/sony-dont-use-your-ps3-until-internal-clock-bug-fixed/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/01/sony-dont-use-your-ps3-until-internal-clock-bug-fixed/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/01/sony-dont-use-your-ps3-until-internal-clock-bug-fixed/#comments
 After a night of radio silence, Sony has finally spoken up about the game-crashing issues currently plaguing non-Slim PS3 models. A post on PlayStation Blog has confirmed that the problems are "being caused by a bug in the clock functionality incorporated in the system." The statement puts a loose timeframe on a fix for the issues, saying, "we hope to resolve this problem within the next 24 hours."

Additionally, the PlayStation Blog post includes a word of warning to PS3 Phat owners: "if you have a model other than the new slim PS3, we advise that you do not use your PS3 system, as doing so may result in errors in some functionality, such as recording obtained Trophies, and not being able to restore certain data." (Read Sony's full statement after the break.)

We know you're curious to see what the console apocalypse looks like, but trust us -- it's just not worth it. We'll let you know when it's safe to turn your system back on.

Update: The issue has been resolved.

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JoystiqSony: 'Don't use your PS3' until internal clock bug is fixed originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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For the majority of us, repairing a broken DS Lite (which is a fairly rare thing, unless you happen to be friends with G4 or something) is accomplished through doing nothing more than picking up the phone and calling Nintendo. But, some are more brave than us, taking the responsibility of maintaining the integrity of their precious handheld upon themselves.

Enter flickr user shalf, who has a daughter that broke the power switch on her pink DS Lite. Like a good dad, he isn't going to make her wait for the time it takes to ship the handheld to Nintendo and get it back repaired, he's done it himself! And, thankfully, he's taken tons of pictures and placed them on his flickr page for all to see. Hopefully, some of you out there thinking about taking apart your DS Lite can learn a thing or two from his efforts.

This isn't the first time we've featured other folks repairing their handhelds. You can check out how to replace a screen here, as well as how to take apart the whole thing here. Heck, you can even make your own Rumble Pak! Some people love the DS so much, they even try to turn other handhelds into one.

JoystiqNeed to repair a broken power switch? originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 19 May 2008 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokebrokenpinkrepairrepairsswitchMon, 19 May 2008 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Mr. Driller Online's lag-tastic online play]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/03/mr-driller-onlines-lag-tastic-online-play/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/03/mr-driller-onlines-lag-tastic-online-play/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/03/mr-driller-onlines-lag-tastic-online-play/#commentsFiled under: ,


We've received some tips indicating that Mr. Driller Online for XBLA is having a problem with the, er, "Online" portion of the gameplay. It seems that while the person hosting an online game is just fine, the connecting player can't drill anything. X3F put together a video of the bug, which we've placed after the break.

Another test of Mr. Driller's online capabilities was done today with the same broken result. No word on whether a patch is in the works. Best to save your 800 MS points for the moment, as there's no sense in supporting broken titles.

Gallery: Mr. Driller Online (XBLA)

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JoystiqMr. Driller Online's lag-tastic online play originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 03 Apr 2008 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokenlagmr-drillermr-driller-onlineonlinexblaXbox-360Thu, 03 Apr 2008 19:00:00 EST<![CDATA[The DS Lite gets repeatedly busted for 'science']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/18/the-ds-lite-gets-repeatedly-busted-for-science/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/18/the-ds-lite-gets-repeatedly-busted-for-science/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/18/the-ds-lite-gets-repeatedly-busted-for-science/#commentsFiled under: ,

Well, maybe about 40% science and 60% "haha, awesome." A new website called Broken Review puts electronics through a battery of tests (or, rather, the tests are battery) to determine their durability. The first item they experiment on? A poor DS Lite.

In the beginning, the tests are simple, everyday situations: how scratched does a DS Lite get in a pants pocket with keys? But in subsequent tests, the DS is beaten, scratched, run over, submerged, and dropped from increasing distances -- on video! It survives for much longer than we expected! This could be very useful if you're planning to throw your DS out a window.

JoystiqThe DS Lite gets repeatedly busted for 'science' originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokendurabilitystressTue, 18 Mar 2008 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Show and Tell: Things are cracking up all over]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/01/17/show-and-tell-things-are-cracking-up-all-over/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/01/17/show-and-tell-things-are-cracking-up-all-over/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/01/17/show-and-tell-things-are-cracking-up-all-over/#commentsFiled under:


Usually, this is a happy space, wherein we show off things we've made or lovingly put together, things that celebrate our gleeful fan-person ways. Today, however, we have a sadder story ... a story about hinge cracks. It's been a while since we talked about crack-related issues, so it seems fitting that when we revisit the issue, we go with something devastating. But wait! We know what you're thinking. This doesn't look so very bad, does it? Head past the break to see the extend of the damage ....

Reader Jeff assures us that this DS (which belongs to his younger brother) has been through no particularly heinous accidents or abuse, and it's only been in use for about a year. All we can do is shake our heads. Poor, poor DS. We hardly knew ye.

Remember, if you have something to show off (even if it's a little depressing), we want to see it. From crafts to cakes to collections ... whatever you've got, if it has a little Nintendo flavor, we'll take a look. Just take some pictures (or copy your web album links) and send them to showmeit [at] dsfanboy [dot] com. We'll take care of the rest.

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JoystiqShow and Tell: Things are cracking up all over originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokends-deathhinge-cracksThu, 17 Jan 2008 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[DS Daily: Drop it like it's hot]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/01/12/ds-daily-drop-it-like-its-hot/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/01/12/ds-daily-drop-it-like-its-hot/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/01/12/ds-daily-drop-it-like-its-hot/#commentsFiled under:



What's the highest height you've ever dropped your Nintendo DS from? Did your handheld survive the fall, despite your negligence? Or did it end up looking like the photo above? Also, how did this unfortunate event play out? Inquiring minds want to know.

JoystiqDS Daily: Drop it like it's hot originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 12 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokendropSat, 12 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Nintendo replaces DS Lite, asks no questions]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/11/19/nintendo-replaces-ds-lite-asks-no-questions/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/11/19/nintendo-replaces-ds-lite-asks-no-questions/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/11/19/nintendo-replaces-ds-lite-asks-no-questions/#commentsFiled under:


What's that line from Batman Begins, something like "theatricality and deception are powerful agents" or something? Well, Consumerist reader Mike might not have been deceptive, but he certainly didn't do anything to stop the Nintendo rep from sending him a brand new DS Lite to replace his existing one that was rendered inoperable due to negligence.

Nintendo ended up sending his new DS Lite out by 2-day UPS Air, asking that he only send back the damaged DS Lite to them. All of this, considering it was a friend that spilled beer (he wouldn't be our friend after that, as we can't abide by wasted beer) on the DS Lite. Kudos to Nintendo customer service, we suppose, for not inquiring how the unit became damaged and leaping to the rescue, no questions asked.

[Thanks, Tracy!]

JoystiqNintendo replaces DS Lite, asks no questions originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokencustomerservicehingereplacementMon, 19 Nov 2007 14:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Wii Warm Up: Replacements]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/09/04/wii-warm-up-replacements/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/09/04/wii-warm-up-replacements/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/09/04/wii-warm-up-replacements/#commentsFiled under:


It's time for our irregular check-in: how's things with your Wii? Any difficulties? Broken straps or remotes? Disc read errors? We've certainly seen fewer problems than with certain other systems, but that doesn't mean they don't happen. Share your lamentations and horror stories. Our sympathies are with you.

[Image from one early story here.]

JoystiqWii Warm Up: Replacements originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 04 Sep 2007 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokentechnicaldifficultiesTue, 04 Sep 2007 09:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Three-year-old's Tennis tantrum]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/26/three-year-olds-tennis-tantrum/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/26/three-year-olds-tennis-tantrum/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/26/three-year-olds-tennis-tantrum/#commentsFiled under: ,

Brian McConnell left his son, Adam, alone with a game of Wii Sports: Tennis for only a few moments to fetch a drink, but that was all the time the little demon needed. Not even a Wii remote strap could've saved Brian's plasma TV once the three-year-old set his mind on avenging a lost match.

Brian came back to the living room to find his £1,000 television ruined, its 42-inch screen bashed by his Wiimote-wielding progeny. Queue up the darth_vader_nooo.jpg images.

The forgiving father let Adam off the hook with only a light lecture and a two-week Wii ban. That's a lot more lenient than the hanging, drawing, and quartering punishment one of our NintenDadz would've sought.

[Via Engadget]

JoystiqThree-year-old's Tennis tantrum originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 26 May 2007 13:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Anti-video game pundits, here is your proof that video games are the violent tools of the devil. After playing outside on the trampoline, UK resident Brian McConnell left his three-year old alone to play Wii Tennis while he fetched the boy a drink. While in the kitchen, Brian heard two loud bangs. He returned to find Adam using the controller to smash the 42-inch plasma TV screen. Needless to say, Adam won't be touching a video game console for a very long time, and his father will be keeping an eagle-eye on the boy from this day forward. Not even a beefed-up wrist strap could have saved this poor TV.

[Via Engadget]

JoystiqThree-year old smashes TV after losing Wii Sports originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 25 May 2007 18:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokennewsnintendosmashedwiiFri, 25 May 2007 18:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Sell your messed-up DS Phat in Japan]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/07/sell-your-messed-up-ds-phat-in-japan/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/07/sell-your-messed-up-ds-phat-in-japan/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/07/sell-your-messed-up-ds-phat-in-japan/#commentsFiled under:


Demand for the DS and DS Lite show no signs of abating. Japanese retailers are sitting on such a goldmine that they can get away with putting stuff like this on the shelves: a scratched, stylus-free, filth-ridden DS, yours for only $100!

Box? Instruction manual? Get out of here! Gift wrapping extra. Store takes no responsibility if your kids get beaten up in the playground, or your partner leaves you for someone who knows crap when they see it. We'll take three. Do they come in candy pink?

JoystiqSell your messed-up DS Phat in Japan originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 07 May 2007 16:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>BrokenDSjapanNintendoNintendo DSNintendoDssalesshortageshortagesstorestoresusedMon, 07 May 2007 16:25:00 EST<![CDATA[Wii Warm Up: Technical difficulties redux]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/02/wii-warm-up-technical-difficulties-redux/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/02/wii-warm-up-technical-difficulties-redux/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/02/wii-warm-up-technical-difficulties-redux/#commentsFiled under:

It's been a while since we asked, and while we hate to think of dead Wiis and broken nunchuks, we're sure there are a few out there. Some of them probably even belong to you guys. As much as it must hurt to discuss it, tell us your horror stories. We want to hear about your disc read errors and flailing, overzealous friends. Give us your bricks and your replacement stories, and we'll give you sympathy in return.

JoystiqWii Warm Up: Technical difficulties redux originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 02 May 2007 09:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brickbrokendeadNintendowiiwwuWed, 02 May 2007 09:07:00 EST<![CDATA[Battered DS Lite makes baby Jesus cry]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/01/battered-ds-lite-makes-baby-jesus-cry/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/01/battered-ds-lite-makes-baby-jesus-cry/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/01/battered-ds-lite-makes-baby-jesus-cry/#commentsFiled under:



When it comes to adding troops to the DS Fanboy regiment, we make sure to fill our ranks with only the manliest of men. (Uh, and womanliest of women.). As far as bloggers go, we're as Ford tough as they get. Even in birth, we exited our mothers' wombs uncomplaining, ready for the hardship ahead.

Still, our eyes welled up when we saw this broken and battered Nintendo DS Lite. According to an employee at Best Buy, the handheld was returned after its owner claimed that it had just "stopped working." Customer service must have neglected to give the DS a good look, because we can't imagine any store taking back a product in this condition. The right hinge has been knocked out of place, every recess is filled and marked with grime, and one of its corners bares the teeth marks of a childish fit.

The two VeggieTales stickers marring the Crystal White's once-glossy finish are the worst offenses. Is there any hell that this DS Lite wasn't put through? Head past the post break for more unsettling photos of this portable's mistreatment.

[Via Digg]

Continue reading Battered DS Lite makes baby Jesus cry

JoystiqBattered DS Lite makes baby Jesus cry originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 01 May 2007 11:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Did you know that DJ Portable Max 2 is one of the leading killers of PSPs in the country? Actually, it isn't. But, one PlayStation forum user became so frustrated at the incredible challenge provided by the music game's demo, that he threw the system in frustration. While it's ultimately his fault, one can't help but sympathize with him, at least a tiny bit. That game is really hard, as can be seen by the outrage in the demo's comment section:

"god damn this is flipping hard, i can barely get past the first 30-40 seconds... Ahh! how do you do this?!" - Benny
"THE DEMO IS STUPIDLY HARD AND ITS NOT WORTH IT" - Jack
"I still game over in about 10 seconds" - Daz

If only we all could be as good as Joystiq's Jared Rea.

JoystiqPSA: DJ Max demo killed PSP originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 11 Apr 2007 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokendj maxDjMaxpspWed, 11 Apr 2007 08:00:00 EST<![CDATA[What's broken with MMOs and their combat?]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/03/09/whats-broken-with-mmos-and-their-combat/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/03/09/whats-broken-with-mmos-and-their-combat/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/03/09/whats-broken-with-mmos-and-their-combat/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

Do DPS, crafting, tank, and the future of aggro management make your heart go a flutter? Damion Shubert has been doing MMO design for ten years and is currently working on an announced project for BioWare. He held a roundtable on the next generation of MMO design and the big issue was: "Why does combat suck" in MMOs?

Thoughts revolved around the idea that combat is overused, simple and easy for people to grasp. Shubert says, "Our combat models right now are asking people to enter no risk situation ... Players choose their own challenges and bore themselves to death ... then they bitch how the games aren't challenging enough. We force them to play cautiously, can you imagine if Gears of War told you not to take risks?"

After years of watching MMO players and having access to background statistics of game he says people's penchant for exploitation is key. Player's will try to find the easy way out of anything. He also says one of the greatest innovations of World of Warcraft was how they rewarded their quests. WoW gives substantial rewards for completing quests and leads players down a path rather than having players camp and repeat the same single action over and over again. Shubert emphasizes that combat MMOs are not the only type out there and Korea makes us look pitiful, "They have MMO dance games, golf games and everything else." So, why haven't those types of MMOs caught on in other places and what other types of massive online game would we like to see?

JoystiqWhat's broken with MMOs and their combat? originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 09 Mar 2007 09:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokenfixinggameplayGDCgdc07mmoshubertFri, 09 Mar 2007 09:56:00 EST<![CDATA[Wii Warm Up: Had to replace anything yet?]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/03/02/wii-warm-up-had-to-replace-anything-yet/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/03/02/wii-warm-up-had-to-replace-anything-yet/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/03/02/wii-warm-up-had-to-replace-anything-yet/#commentsFiled under:

When it comes to your Wii, have you had to replace anything yet? We're not talking about televisions here (let's hope you're not one of those victims), but actual system-related gear. Any controller malfunctions? We're particularly concerned about the cord connecting the remote and nunchuk -- it seems just a little short in moments of excitement, but maybe we flail a little too enthusiastically. What about the sensor bar? Any ripped cords or crushed plastic? Any problems with the system itself so far? Not anything that was broken out of the box, mind you, and not errors, but things you had to replace due to failure. Yeah, we know, it's specific. But we're curious about how long all these little items are going to last, since the controllers aren't exactly cheap. So how are they doing so far?

JoystiqWii Warm Up: Had to replace anything yet? originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 02 Mar 2007 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Since the release of the Wii, we've gotten a few e-mails from people reporting that they've had various problems with their systems -- and we're not talking straps here, but actual technical difficulties. In light of that, we figured it was a good time to open the floor to everyone and ask: have you had any issues with your Wii? Controllers not working, discs not reading, tears, recriminations, explosions ... any problems at all? If so, we want to hear about it.

JoystiqWii Warm Up: Technical difficulties originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 12 Feb 2007 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It happens to the best of them, each curvacious white box having so much potential and so much to offer in its lifetime. But sometimes their life is tragically cut short for no particular reason, especially those first pioneers. IGN recently had to say goodbye to their broken Xbox 360 (a 2005 version at that) and chronicled the emotional journey they faced. A poem was written, the processed was journaled, and the cardboard coffin box came in the mail. And leave it to IGN to write a full review of the official coffin of the 360 ... you know, just in case you have to go through the process. We send IGN our prayers in hopes that they come to peace with the loss and accept a new Xbox 360 member into their gaming family.

[Thanks, Jonah]

JoystiqIGN's broken 360, cardboard coffin reviewed originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 02 Feb 2007 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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For some of us, we've experienced a bricked Xbox 360 and had to call the semi-helpful customer support people. During launch Microsoft kindly shipped out a box, paid for shipping both ways, and were cheerful if you had a defective 360. All was right in the universe. But now you have to supply the box and pay for the shipping ... dirty devils. The creator of the Big Box Project has a similar story, he too had a broken 360 and wasn't happy about having to pay for the box and shipping. So, he decided to turn the tables on Microsoft. Customer service promised that they'd use the exact same box sent to them to ship back a fixed Xbox 360. Now he is raising money to send his 360 (and possibly others) in a ginormous container so Microsoft has to pay big bucks to get it back to him. You know, shipping freight size containers costs lots of cash.

And we ask, what's your opinion on this little project? Is his plan going to work, should Microsoft use the same crate sent to them, or is this one big money making hoax? Vent, discuss, and speak your mind.

[Thanks, dpcough]

JoystiqThe Big Box Project: Broken 360 in a big box originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 23 Jan 2007 07:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The top slot on YouTube is occupied by the DIY-erless Wii sensor bar video that we've already covered today, so we're sliding down to number two. Although the video tells us something we already know -- Wii-motes love to fly out of hands due to shoddy wrist straps and break things -- we love their Zapruder film-esque replay of the alleged event over and over. While people haven't started duct-taping these to their wrists yet, Nintendo can expect a brisk business in replacement straps sales.

That's where the real money lies in these consoles, and we've finally uncovered the bitter truth. Check out the video after the jump while you scrounge for strap change.

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JoystiqToday's hottest game video: Wii-mote plus sweaty hands = SMASH originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 25 Nov 2006 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Punch Jump received their 20 GB Playstation 3 only to discover it has a malfunctioning disc feeder. The sound that the Playstation 3 makes while attempting with absolute futility to consume the disc is what really makes this video pop. No launch is without its batch of faulty systems, Nintendo is currently dealing with fatal error 110213 on the Wii. After attempting every troubleshooting trick Sony said they would replace the defective unit. No word yet from Punch Jump the timeframe they were quoted it taking to receive a replacement unit. With any luck the guys over at Punch Jump will get their replacement before the New Year.

JoystiqPS3 broken straight out of the box originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 23 Nov 2006 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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My poor, broken Wii...Certainly, the Wii isn't having the technical issues that the Xbox 360 had at launch. Still, no batch of hardware is without defect, and scattered reports from around the country bring several issues into the harsh light of reality.

The first issue, and perhaps most prevalent, is a recent WiiConnect24 update causing recurrent error codes for any and all online functionality. It only happens to a few, causing error codes 110213 and 32002 (how many errors can this thing have?). The solution? If you don't mind losing saved data (and most importantly, Virtual Console games, which are tied to a specific system), you can contact Nintendo and they'll send you a new unit within 3 to 4 business days. The other is a bit trickier; you'll have to contact Nintendo and have them send you a shipping label, with which you may send your Wii off to repair-land. This option will take at least two weeks, so it's best avoided.

Another problem seems to stem not from the Wii, but from the power supply and adapter. If you have a voltmeter handy (and you should!) you can check if the adapter if properly outputting power. If you believe this is the problem, there's a handy fix-it-yourself solution: while the Gamecube power supply doesn't quite fit into the Wii, you can make it fit. Here's some advice from reader Jay:

"I took a knife and bent out the plastic sides in order to get it to fit into the Wii. Make sure to put positive w/ positive and negative w/ negative, which is listed on the the back of the brick. But, if you're lazy, the flat (read: not round/circular) side goes in to side which has like and angled cut off piece. Well lo and behold, the red standby light turned on and the Wii worked! [By the way], the modded adapter sill works in the Gamecube, but you may have to tape it in to make sure it doesn't fall out."

Rock on, Jay. Are you guys having any other problems, and if so, do you have some possible solutions?

[Image courtesy of smashmywii.com, which, by the way, has their official video available for download.]

[Oh, and thanks Jay!]

JoystiqWii problems and solutions originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 21 Nov 2006 13:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Do you remember Tim's story from back in the day? Tim had some back luck with Chromehounds bricking his 360 to an unplayable lump of technology. So, he had to package it up and send it off to Microsoft ... but for a fee. Tim sent us an update and that he had to pay to get his Xbox 360 working again, stating that he "eventually got it repaired for half the normal price ($65 as opposed to $130)". See, Microsoft has a heart! Since then he's received his 360 and has been satisfied. But to Tim's surprise he received a letter from Microsoft today and attached was a check for $96.75. The letter read:

Upon further review of internal repair data, it has come to our attention that the Xbox 360 console you previously paid to repair is qualified for a free out of warranty repair. Attached is a check to reimburse you for this matter. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Wow, what a nice gesture! But let's do some quick math. Tim paid $65 to repair his Xbox back in the day and today received a check for over $95 ... do a little subtracting and ... that's a $30 profit! Tim, congrats on screwing corporate America over, they deserve it sometimes. Check out Tim's check after the jump.

[Thanks, Tim]

JoystiqMake a profit on your broken 360 originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 20 Nov 2006 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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For everyone who has waited in line for hours, for those who have saved up all year (and part of last), for all of you in the fanboy realm who dislike Sony and its Playstation 3 ... I present to you Smash my PS3. Not only do they purchase an uber rare PS3, but they smash it into little bits with a sledgehammer in front of Best Buy as those who are waiting in line look on in horror. Revenge or just taunting aggression? I want to believe it's an Xbox 360 Fanboy with a vendetta to settle. Video after the break.

[Thanks, BklynKid]

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JoystiqSmash that PS3, HIT IT! originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 17 Nov 2006 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Over on the official Xbox forums, ZiKrOnIx posted his very own personal story of tragedy. You see, poor ZiKrOnIx got in a car accident which is bad enough, but the real tragic part is that his ... gasp ... Xbox 360 was involved too. The curvaceous gaming console was thrown from his car, ran over, hard drive cracked, power brick thrown, and faceplate crushed. And the end result? He took his battered 360 home, fired it up, and was greeted by the friendly glow of the dashboard. Yup, it's still working even after all the brutality it endured. If you have any Xbox 360 abuse stories, please tell your story below. And if you're the sick and twisted type, go check out the horrific pics after the jump.

[Via Digg]

JoystiqXbox 360 in car accident, but lives! originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 16 Nov 2006 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>accidentbrokenran overRanOverxboxxbox 360Xbox360Thu, 16 Nov 2006 20:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Broken Saints creator discusses Wii]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2006/08/28/broken-saints-creator-discusses-wii/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/08/28/broken-saints-creator-discusses-wii/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/08/28/broken-saints-creator-discusses-wii/#commentsFiled under:

That's a nice shirt!Brooke Burgess, the individual behind Broken Saints, recently took part in an audio interview with gaming site Cubed3. The obvious question came up regarding a Wii version of the game and how far along in development it is and like a champ, Brooke implied that a version of the game will be making its way to the console.

"I can't confirm much. The reason is I'm under a series of NDAs, which will tell you something!"

For those of you looking to bypass the login process, go here and right-click, save as on the link.

[Via NeoGAF]

JoystiqBroken Saints creator discusses Wii originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 28 Aug 2006 14:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A trailer has popped up on You Tube showing the trailer that was unveiled during the recent comics convention known as Comic-Con in San Diego. Some of the video's segments look like in-game footage and overall the trailer shows some very inspired artistic styles, so color us interested in Broken Saints: The Game.

The video might be considered NSFW for a short clip of a naked lady from a distant view, so keep that in mind before clicking on to watch the video embedded in the second half of this post.

[Via Codename Revolution]

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JoystiqBroken Saints trailer from Comic-Con originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 10 Aug 2006 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brokencomic-condiegonintendosaintssanwiiThu, 10 Aug 2006 09:30:00 EST<![CDATA[A postmortem on Accordion Hero (with a little info on Guitar Hero, too)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2006/03/18/a-postmortem-on-accordion-hero-with-a-little-info-on-guitar-her/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/03/18/a-postmortem-on-accordion-hero-with-a-little-info-on-guitar-her/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/03/18/a-postmortem-on-accordion-hero-with-a-little-info-on-guitar-her/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Accordion Hero game controller prototypeJust in case you missed the Guitar Hero parody Accordion Hero reported here on Joystiq a week or two back, Gamasutra has now posted a tongue-in-cheek postmortem on the squeezebox simulator. It's cheeky.

You'll learn not only "that accordion players get all the girls" (with female players, of course, getting all the guys), but you'll also get a handle on some detailed developer data such as the number of accordions broken during development (none) and the number set on fire during the same period of time (twenty-three).

Continue reading A postmortem on Accordion Hero (with a little info on Guitar Hero, too)

JoystiqA postmortem on Accordion Hero (with a little info on Guitar Hero, too) originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 18 Mar 2006 00:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Accordion HeroAccordionHeroBehind the MusicBehindTheMusicbonfirebrokencheekyGamasutraGuitar FreaksGuitar HeroGuitarFreaksGuitarHeroHarmonixinspirationpostmortemPS2RedOctaneset on fireSetOnFiresqueezeboxtongue-in-cheekSat, 18 Mar 2006 00:30:00 EST