Archive for the 'Hardware' Category


Australians Wii’d on

Nintendo’s finally released their urine-sounding (and possibly smelling, yet still unconfirmed) console into the arms of loving Australians nationwide today. As expected, Nintendo fans have taken to the streets at midnight to welcome in the launch of the Wii console. While official launch celebrations may not have been as elegant and large-scaled as the Xbox […]

The countdown begins

Look, if you want to get technical, (and I’m sure a few of you will), the countdown began months ago, when it was announced Wii will be launching on Australian shores on December 7th, 2006.
But I’m starting it today for two reasons.
1. I’m the one writing this article.
2. Today my Wii console has finally been […]

Aaron Touches Wii

I’m sure you’re well aware by now that Blogger Within’s Aaron Kleemann is a big fan of Nintendo, and has an unnaturally obsessive interest in their upcoming next-gen console. Recently he had the chance to go hands-on with Nintendo’s innovative new console, testing out Wii Sports, Wii Play and The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess. […]

Developing for 3 platforms? Phbbt. Try 30!

With the race and the controversy heating up between Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo, there are a lot of discussions about titles on other platforms. I believe most would accept that the days of the exclusive franchises are more or less over. Gears of War and Halo will remain XBox titles unlikely to show up on […]

Xbox 360 to get FPS controller?

Here’s an interesting bit of news: Shacknews is reporting that Microsoft is currently looking at making a new alternative controller for the Xbox 360. Apparently, this new controller will be designed specifically for use in games that demand more percision, particular the First Person Shooter genre. Gamers over the years have argued that FPS games […]

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