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BattleBlock Theater Review

BattleBlock Theater
Publisher: Microsoft Developer: The Behemoth Platform: Xbox 360 Release: 2013 Players: 1-2 (Story), 1-4 (Arena) Genre: 2D Platformer / Puzzle Rating: 8.8 / 10.0: Fantastic

Above are two players "working together".

I'm not a huge fan of brawler games, but Castle Crashers ended up becoming my favorite original title on Xbox Live Arcade. When I found out that The Behemoth, the indie developer behind that magnificent built-for-co-op adventure, had made a platformer, I was very excited. They had managed to make me love a game from a genre I didn't necessarily enjoy-- So what happens when they make my all-time favorite type of game? You get a platformer jam-packed with content and clever puzzles that is worthy of being considered the funniest game ever made.

You'll have a smile on your face from the second the opening cinematic begins, as nearly all of the cut-scenes are shown in stick-puppet style. It all begins with a group of friends onboard the S.S. Friend Ship. They are led by Hatty Hattington, cube-headed, top hat wearing best friend to one and all. A sudden storm shakes the ship, and causes it to crash into a mysterious island. This scene is made all the more hilarious by the hilarious exaggerated narration that includes poor mimicry and onomatopoeia. If you wish, the narrator will accompany your journey with his ridiculous commentary. I instantly went to the settings to crank him up to "Blabbermouth" so I could hear a wisecrack after whatever I did. His lines range from a dramatic exclamation of "Oh my goodness gracious!" to the condescending "That was ... something.", among many more. He's also a random riot during the cut scenes, with one of my all time favorite lines in gaming history being "... or will the sounds of your hilarious death screams be drowned out by the sounds of your own hilarious death screams?", though his over the top metaphors and cut-off profanities also steal the show. The writers of this game are as brilliantly stupid (and stupidly brilliant) as Paper Mario's US localization team, an impressive feat in my opinion.

After platforming your way through a few bloodstained, feline-infested rooms of a run-down building, you come across Hatty, who is having a top hat forced onto his head by cats. This classy headwear appears to possess Hatty, who proceeds to imprison you and the rest of your pals. As it turns out, this place is a prison / theater run by cats, where the captives are forced to complete deadly obstacle courses devised by Hatty for the amusement of the fiendish felines.

Now to get onto the gameplay; BattleBlock Theater borrows many elements from the PDA Games minigame from Alien Hominid, the developer's Metal Slug-inspired debut. Both are puzzle-platformers that require you to collect gems to open the stage exits, and also both have multi-jumping and crouching. The PDA Games theme will occasionally play in the background as a pleasant nod to the minigame. In order to unlock the exit to a stage, you must collect at least three of the handful of gems hidden in each stage. Once you've won, you'll receive a grade based on the number of gems you collected, how many times you died, and your time. If you wish to receive an A++ grade and a hilarious comment from the announcer, you must collect five to seven of the gems (this varies by level), the hidden golden ball of yarn, get an excellent time, and die as little as possible. Doing this earns you an extra two gems, and pulling off a perfect ranking is a huge challenge later in the game. The stage design is wonderfully clever, sprinkling clever death traps, light puzzles, and hidden passages everywhere.

Gems and yearn can be redeemed at the gift shop located in each chapter. The gems are used to free prisoners from vending machines (hence why the game refers to the prisoners as "souvenirs") allowing you to play as them. The characters all play the same, but their heads are all quite unique, and you're likely to find a head you like. You can exchange five balls of yarn for a new weapon at the black market on the top floor of the gift shop. Near this shop are a pair of trading posts where you and your fellow players can exchange heads, gems, and yarn. If you're feeling generous, you can allow the other player to give up nothing in return for your offer. Your customizable prisoner has a diverse moveset-- you can double-jump, press B to use your weapon or punch when at close range, press X while running to perform a slide that can knock back objects like balls and grenades, and many other tactics. Once you get the hang of things, this game has an incredibly smooth flow. It's hard to explain, the platforming just feels so natural when you're performing well. Completing the last few chapters of the game will require  mastery of these skills (especially double-jumping and wall-jumping) and a solid understanding of how how the many different blocks that make up the levels function, hence the title.

Battleblock Theater is a blast solo, but I adore this game's co-op mode. I had as much fun with one friend than I did with three in Castle Crashers. When a buddy tags along, the level layouts are modified to make teamwork necessary. You'll be tossing your partner across pits of spikes and boosting them up to high ledges, hoping they won't leave you for dead rather holding RT to pull you up. If the former occurs, than you can use your weapon to get even when you respawn at your last checkpoint. Believe me when I say that even the best of friends will likely kill each other at least a few times out of spite and dozens of times by accident. You even receive an achievement worth five Gamerscore for killing your partner 50 times!

There's far more to this game than the already fun story mode; Castle Crasher's Arena mode was a blast to play with buddies, but there wasn't much variety. There are tons of multiplayer modes to enjoy in this title's Arena. My favorite of these include Muckle, a 2D deathmatch without the firearms; Capture the Horse, a take on CTF in which you must ride the opposing team's cube with legs that is apparently a horse to your side for map; and Color the World, a mode that has you running around to paint as much of the area as possible with your team's color (It feels a lot like a 2D version of Splatoon's Turf War mode. Given that this game was released first, I can only assume that someone at Nintendo has been playing their share of indie platformers...). This game also has one of my favorite level design modes of all time. As the announcer says in the hysterical trailer, "If you don't like our stuff, shut, up, do better!" The game really means this, as you are given tons of customization options for your stages. You can select the dimensions and color scheme, and you're not even limited to making standard levels. You can make your own multiplayer maps for any of the modes. I usually choose to go with the original collect-the-gems format (or in this case, strawberries). Your levels can be sorted into playlists, so you can put all your stages of a certain theme together. You are also able to upload your levels to Furbottom's Features, where you can play and rate tons of other user-generated stages and playlists that can also be enjoyed with a partner. As for the main adventure, I strongly recommend bringing a friend.

One quibble I have is that some of the songs in the game's randomized soundtrack can get annoying and dull after repetition, while most are catchy.T his game's main issue is how frustrating many levels are, especially when under the pressure of a time limit; my controller managed to emerge unscathed several times the game's final act caused me to channel my rage towards it, but others may not have been so lucky. Additionally c ompletionists will have as much difficulty getting an A++ grade on every stage as getting every gem in the first Crash Bandicoot -- anyone how has attempted the latter will be turned off by this. There are many instances where you must take you time, but doing so will prevent you from earning the time stamp on your report card, as well as your perfect score. To complicate things further, you'll technically need to perfect the game both alone and cooperatively on Normal mode and Insane mode. This brings me to my final  complaint: There's no endgame bonus. In Castle Crashers, those who slayed the evil wizard were rewarded with Insane mode. Since both difficulties are unlocked from the start in this game, your only motivation for finishing this difficult quest, aside from satisfaction, is to see the both depressing and hilarious conclusion. Overall, there's little reason not to play BattleBlock Theater if you enjoyed The Behemoth's previous works. The company's signature charming art style, mixture of dark and crude humor, and co-op fun are all present. There's much to enjoy whether you're solo or not, but prepare to throw your controller a few times if no friend is present.

This game is also available on Xbox One and PC (via Steam)

The System Difference: While I haven't played the Steam edition of Battleblock Theater, its  incredibly funny trailers imply that its console counterpart is inferior. PC users are able to switch between two weapons and fight the new cat guard enemies, but for those who don't have a computer that can handle "1,000,000,00p resolution, "super texture technolgy that the human eye can't even see", and "framerates of up 21,000 frames per millisecond" (according to the trailer), the 360 version is just fine. Unfortunately for PS3 owners, BBT has not had an improved rerelease on the PlayStation Network store as Castle Crashers did.

ESRB: T Content: Blood, Crude Humor, and Violence Price: $14.99 (Download)
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Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Review

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Publisher: Nintendo Developer: Sora / Namco Bandai Platform: Wii U Release: 2014 Players: 1-8 (Local), 1-4 (Online) Genre: 2D Fighting / 2D Platformer Rating: 9.6 / 10.0: Masterful


From the moment Nintendo 64 owners heard Xander Mobus bellow the words "Super... smaaaaash brotherrrrrsss!" upon booting up the game of the same name, they knew they were in for something great. A little over 15 years and a handful of spectacular sequels later, along has come what is arguably one of the greatest video games ever released. While Super Smash Bros.' 3DS iteration was one of the best reasons to own the handheld, but due to it's lack of features previously present in the series such as an animated intro, Tourney mode, Events, and a stage builder, it felt like a glimpse of what was to come with the upcoming Wii U release. The 3DS game kept Smash fanatics busy for the following month, but they all knew that this was the true game they were waiting for that was nearly seven years in the making. Was it all worth the wait? When I popped this disk into my Wii U and was treated to a beautiful opening cut scene, that question became rhetorical.

Something you will notice fairly quickly is that pretty much everything the 3DS edition lacked from previous SSB games has returned, upping the replay value by a fair amount. If you were disappointed by the missing modes in the handheld game (if you played it), than you can rejoice at the return of most aforementioned exclusions. Also, nametags. Don't tell me giving yourself an immature name that results in groans from your pals isn't fun. While these are meaningful features, you'll be spending most of your time with the chaotic local brawls. While the 3DS version had stages based more on handheld titles, the battlegrounds here are console game-oriented, or replace stages based on the same series. Rather than Reset Bomb Fortress (Kid Icarus), there's Palutena's Temple. Instead of Saffron City (Pokémon), there's Kalos Pokémon League.

If you owned the 3DS game, you will notice fairly quickly that there is no Smash Run mode. While this was a fun and addictive addition, it has been substituted here by Smash Tour. This is a Mario Party-style game in which you travel roll a dice (sort of) and travel around the board of your choice as your Mii, collecting stat boosts, items, and fighters as you go. When two players collide, a battle is initiated. Here, you'll use the fighters you've acquired, making this mode a great way to hone your skills with a character without doing training mode. The winner of the fight receives a generous reward. When there are no turns left, a stock battle occurs in which the last person with fighters remaining is the victor.

As you play through the single player modes, you'll earn tickets. These can be used to play the Crazy Orders and Special Orders modes. In these games, you're given a time limit to face fighters and earn coins, custom moves, stat badges, Mii Fighter clothing, and other goodies. When you think you're ready or when time is up, you can face either Master Hand or Crazy Hand (this depends on which variant of the mode you are playing) to make the loot yours-- if you win, of course.

SSB Wii U is the flagship title for Nintendo's new Amiibo figurines, the company's take on toys-come-to-life gaming popularized by Skylanders and Disney Infinity games. When you place a new Nintendo character toy onto the Wii U Gamepad, you will be asked the customize it. Choose its outfit's color scheme, give it a name, then ... feed it equipment. These aren't limited to three stat badges like normal custom fighters-- instead, they gobble up (off screen) any number of badges. You could just go ahead and stuff your Amiibo with all your equipment, or balance out its stats until you are satisfied. You can then proceed to place to level up your FP (Figure Player) by battling it, all the way 'till it gets to level 50. The higher its level, the more skilled it becomes. The figure can go from being destroyed by you to become the destroyer in just a few hours of dedicated training . It can even adapt to your moveset and develop its own habits. It's always fun to play a one-on-one match teaching your Amiibo a specific tactic. Amiibo support has since been added to the  3DS entry, but the figurines are compatible only with the New 3DS mode unless you purchase an adapter. Additionally, DLC has been added to Smash for the first time. Extra fighters, stages, and Mii Fighter outfits are available, and Nintendo is listening to the fans. There are online ballots for potential DLC characters (they must be video game characters, so sorry, Dragonball fans, but it will be over 9,000 years before Nintendo listens to your cries of "Goku for Smash!"), and I was pleasantly surprised to see stage ideas from the magazine Game Informer make their way into game. However, I am annoyed by how overpowered some of the DLC characters are -- Ryu and Mewtoo specifically. I guess you can say Smash, in away, has become a pay-to-win game (I'm joking of course).

While the series' previous console iterartion had tons of controller options, this game has even more! You can use a sideways Wii Remote, a Wii Remote and Nunchuck combo (my personal favorite), the Wii U GamePad, a Wii Classic Controller, a Wii U Pro Controller and diehard fans of Melee can now get their hands on the GameCube controller adapter! I haven't yet mentioned the marvels that are this game's graphics and soundtrack. While Super Smash Bros. Brawl (which it is your duty as a gamer to play) opted for a dark and gritty visual style, SSB4 return to Melee's vibrant and colorful aesthetic, making this a treat for the eyes. Additionally, I was blown away by the size of this game's 490 track musical score, a number that may increase. This dwarfs Brawl's already astounding 267 songs as well the 3DS version's still-impressive 127. However, I can't notice a few tweaks to the soundtrack from the other addition involving a few of my favorite songs. I don't really mind that the beautiful guitar remix of the Gerudo Valley theme was replaced by the original composition. I do mind that the awesome horn and electric guitar version of the Punch Out! Circuit theme from the series' Wii reboot was substituted by a generic rearrangement that can't even hold a candle to the original chiptune. My final complaint is that the issues with online play in the handheld game have not been addressed. There's just as much lag and games that are forcibly ended, possibly more so than in the other version. Overall, most of the issues I faced were only nitpicks and I still didn't have many of those. If you own a Wii U, than you absolutely must own this game. This is a masterpiece that any fan of Nintendo must play.

Ups
Years of replay value
8-Player Smash
Massive roster
Amiibo training is great fun
Missing features return
Online character ballot
Tons of controller options

Downs
Overpowered DLC characters
Smash Run substituted
Online connectivity as bad as ever

ESRB: E 10+ Content: Cartoon Mischief, Cartoon Violence, and Mild Suggestive Themes Price: $59.99 (Retail / Download)
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Masterpiece Collection

MASTERPIECE COLLECTION
There are good games, then there are great games, then there are games that you have no excuse but a tight budget not to own. Here is a list of links to every review with a score of 9.5 or higher. If I ever play a game of such quality, I will almost certainly review it.

New Super Mario Bros. - An amazing reboot of Mario side-scrollers that reminds us why we still love the portly plumber - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2012/02/new-super-mario-bros-ds-review.html\
Super Mario Galaxy - A beautiful, innovative, and straight up magnificent platformer deserving of its astounding 97.64% average score and number one spot overall on GameRankings - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2012/02/super-mario-galaxy-review.html

Super Smash Bros. Brawl - Argue about the  SSB's right to be considered a fighter, but you can't deny that it's a loving tribute to Nintendo's history that's packed with months worth of content that's perfect for having loads of multiplayer fun at the expense of your friendships - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2012/03/super-smash-bros-brawl-review.html

Super Mario Galaxy 2 - Despite having an inferior plot, this game is superior to its already amazing predecessor in nearly every way, and it's my favorite game of all time - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2012/03/super-mario-galaxy-2-review.html

Super Scribblenauts - A brilliant and challenging puzzle game that allows you to create anything (even with adjectives!) and solve everything - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2012/03/superscribblenauts-publisher-warner.html

Super Mario 3D Land - A wonderful blend of nostalgia, innovation, and the signature charm of the gaming's biggest franchise - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2012/03/super-mario-3d-land-review.html

New Super Mario Bros. Wii - A marvelous 2D platformer that's a blast whether you play alone or engage in chaotic co-op with up to three friends - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2012/05/new-super-mario-bros-wii-review.html

Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga - An incredibly fun and loyal brick-ification of the beloved sci-fi film franchise that's sprinkled with silliness and has loads of replay value - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2012/06/lego-star-wars-complete-saga-review.html

Minecraft - A sandbox sensation which allows you to assemble whatever structure you please or survive in a massive land of pixelated cubes -  http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2013/01/minecraft-review.html

Super Mario 3D World - Bring some buddies along and play through beautiful and bursting with fun high-def levels with some fun new power ups - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2013/12/super-mario-3d-world-review.html

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U - The dozens of new additions, both tiny and, major, make the long wait for this sequel entirely worth it. This will be a go-to party game for years to come - http://toldyousovideogamereviews.blogspot.com/2015/10/super-smash-bros-for-wii-u-review.html
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Told You So Scoring System

Told So Scoring System

I already made a list like this on my site's sidebar, but here is a much more descriptive version of my review system.

I rate the games I review on a scale of 0.1 to 10.0. Each score range has a corresponding rank. Here is a list of the scores and their ranks, along with a description to go along with them.

SCORE -- RANK
0.1-0.9 --- Beyond Bad

This game is so bad, it is literally worse than bad. Nothing is good about this game, nor is there anything promising about it. A game of such poor quality is likely near-unplayable due to countless bugs and a frustrating control scheme.

1.0-3.9 --- Awful

Just horrible. The game may have potential, but it is impossible to overlook how unpleasant it is to play.

4.0-4.9 --- Bad

This game may have a couple fun moments, but that's where the good things end. It's just too bland and unenjoyable.

5.0-5.9 --- Mediocre

This is a subpar game. It definitely has some promise, but there's about an equal level of entertainment and buggy blandness. You'll have some fun, but be will be disappointed.

6.0-6.9 --- Okay

There's definitely some fun to be had here, but there are also a good deal of flaws. This game is enjoyable, but you'll need to ignore the issues to truly like it.

7.0-7.4 --- Good

This is a game that is fun most of the time, but has its share of flaws. It may not captivate you for very long due to the issues that are present, but it will be fun while it lasts.

7.5-7.9 --- Satisfactory

There are some issues, a couple of which may be major, but there's enough entertainment to make you want to come back.

8.0-8.4 --- Great

Although very entertaining, there will definitely be some problems you have with this title. It's unlikely that there's more than one issue that could be considered major, and you'll still have a lot of fun with this game.

8.5-8.9 --- Fantastic

Tons of fun with a few flaws that can be overlooked. This game may not be perfect, but it's pretty darn good even though there's a handful of small issues.

9.0-9.4 --- Excellent

An amazing title. There are some issues, some of which are noticeable. There's far more good than bad, though, and this is a game that can very easily be enjoyed.

9.5-9.9 --- Masterful

A masterpiece of a game more than worthy of your time. Any issues are very small do incredibly little to deduct from the experience.

10.0 ------- Perfect

Simply perfect. A game worthy to be considered one of the greatest ever made. If there are any flaws, they are so hard to notice that you won't care one bit.

The score of the games I review is based on several factors.

Visuals

Essentially how good a game looks. If a modern game has pixelated or hand-drawn visuals, this factor's power is based on the level of charm. I base the graphical appeal of old games off of how good the games looked at the time of their release. This aspect of the game is less effective if there are blurry textures or pop-up.

Audio

How do the music and sound effects hold up? I base the effectiveness of this factor off of how realistic or fun to hear the sound effects are and how memorable the music is, if there is any.

Playability

Is the control scheme easy to understand, and how long does it take the learn the basics of the game? Games with steep learning curves can still far well, but you won't enjoy them if you have a fairly short attention span.

Replay Value

Will this game keep you coming back for more, and how long does it take to complete? A game needs entertaining distractions from the main attraction for this factor to fare well.

Fun Factor

This important thing of all is the overall entertainment. How fun a game is to play matters more than everything else on this list. It takes more than beautiful visuals and amazing music to make a great video game. What's the point of playing if you're not having a good time?
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Castle Crashers Review

Castle Crashers
Publisher: Microsoft Developer: The Behemoth Platform: Xbox 360 Release: 2008 Players: 1-4 Genre: Brawler / RPG Rating: 8.7 / 10.0: Fantastic
Above is a group of players battling barbarians.

Back in 2008, indie games had only recently been rising to popularity, and Microsoft's Xbox Live Arcade housed some fantastic individually-developed titles. Microsoft decided to publish The Behemoth's second game, Castle Crashers, the hilarious, hand-drawn hack-and-slash adventure that has since become the eleventh most downloaded title on the Xbox 360. The story begins when the knight of your choice is partying in a castle. Suddenly, an evil wizard and his army of goblins steal a magic crystal and kidnap four princesses. Due to the main characters never speaking, this cannot be explained. That's even more vague than a Mario game's story, but this is entirely overshadowed by the incredibly fun gameplay and abundant humor.

This may be a beat-'em-up game, but the combat doesn't feel repetitive, as there are tons of combos to learn and weapons to acquire. In addition to your primary and sub-weapons, you will also eventually a acquire an Animal Orb. These adorable floating pets all have a unique ability. Scratchpaw the tiger, for example, increases your strength and agility, and Bitey Bat occasionally nibbles on the noggins of your foes. Adding to the depth of the battles are the magic attacks. These attacks vary based on the element your character wields-- red knight uses lightning, orange uses fire, green uses poison, and blue uses ice. As you upgrade your magic statistic, you unlock new moves.  You can use your magical move set by holding the right trigger. You can't just use an endless stream of poison bursts or fireballs-- your magic use is limited by a meter that slowly refills after being used, much like in the Zelda series. Every time you level up, you are given skill points to assign to statistics once you return to the map. You can upgrade your strength, magic, defense, and agility. You make a magic-oriented fire knight like my brother, or a balanced lightning knight like me. Each stat can be upgraded up to 24 times, so it will take you awhile to max out your stats. If you think you made the wrong character choice or have maxed out, you are able to restart from square one as any other knight or secret character.

As I stated earlier, Castle Crashers is chock-full of humor. One moment, you'll be leaping over logs on a baby a deer that is endlessly streaming droppings behind it, and the next moment you'll be in a river battling a massive, hairball-spewing "catfish" with a cat's head while you're either riding a fish or dinosaur or standing atop a log, wheel, or dead bandit. I'm not joking when I say that, and every aspect of the game from the locales to the boss battles is laughter-inducing. My favorite touch is that if you rescue a princess while playing with other people, you all must fight to the death over who she kisses. The humor, as well as the abundant cartoonish gore stand out even more due to The Behemoth (as well as popular Flash content-based website Newgrounds) founder Dan Paladin's charming and vibrant hand-drawing art style that wouldn't be out of place in a wacky so-stupid-it's-funny cartoon. You will traverse a large map as you progress. You can not only access stages from here, but also visit shop, PvP arenas, or the blacksmith. This is a game that is fun no matter what, but it is pretty much meant to be played with friends. So far have I've hardly played without my brother or friends by my side. As a solo experience, the game is still fun, but extremely difficult, especially during the boss battles.

One of my favorite aspects of cooperative play is the revive system. If your pal goes down, you are able to use CPR to revive them. While performing this, a gauge will be displayed above your fallen comrade displaying a heart in the center and a moving white vertical line. In order to restore to most health possible, you must press Y when the line is in the center. There can be issues when trying to revive your buddy. For example, my brother was once killed by a spiked crusher in a factory stage, and my friend and I were unable to even ineffectively revive him before a spiky mass fell on our heads. We had to continue without him, and soon died as well. Additionally, your friends may force you to rush the revive so they can join in on battle, than once again die. The main problem I have with the story mode is that if you get stuck for a long time on one stage, you have no choice to resort to-- ugh-- grinding to be able to power through. Additionally, there are several minor bugs such as a character freezing or you being teleported into a foe's arms after interrupting a grab animation. Another small quibble is that no two players can select the same character. This usually isn't an issue, but it can be incredibly irritating when playing online with random people. Is it really fair that your only good character is a level 35 blue knight, but your friend picked his level 12 blue knight first? The main adventure is fantastic, but there's even more to the game. There are two other modes-- the Arena, and All You Can Quaff. In the Arena, you can face hordes of monsters independently. If you have friends with you, you can select your teams and partake in Melee. a battle to the death in which you are able to use all combos and magic attacks; Quickdraw, a bows-only battle in which you speed up as you collect flaming arrows; and Treasure. Here, you are given only a shovel to dig up gold and gems, which dishes out damage to your foes. You will eventually unlock Beefy, in which you can only attack your enemies only by snatching a Behemoth, the developer's surprisingly small chicken mascot, transforming you into a massive muscular murderer. All You Can Quaff is an eating competition in which you must rapidly mash the X and Y buttons to consume food faster than your pals and computer-controlled opponents. If you don't mind getting blisters, you won't mind playing consecutive rounds of this, but it's fun the first time around. I also adore the splendid soundtrack by a wide array of artists that blends orchestrated pieces with zany and intense techno tunes. All of these modes can be enjoyed via Xbox Live, though the aforementioned character restrictions are a more prominent issue. Castle Crashers is incredibly entertaining, but I recommend bringing along some friends to make the most out of this title. This is a game that strongly deserves a place in any Xbox 360 owner's digital library.

Ups
Varied combat
Very humorous
Charming hand-drawn visuals
Game can be replayed with all characters
Four player co-op
Revival system
Additional modes
Splendid soundtrack

Downs
Extremely vague story
Grinding sometimes necessary to improve
Reviving can sometimes be impossible
Only one player can use each character
Mildly buggy

This game is also available on Xbox One, PlayStation 3, and PC (via Steam)

The System Difference: You can purchase both the original and remastered version of this game on Xbox One. The remaster runs at 60 FPS and replaces All You Can Quaff with the much more entertaining Back Off Barbarian mode in which you press the face buttons to move across a map while avoiding barbarians. The PC version also has this mode. I only briefly played the game on PS3, but I found the volleyball mode that replaced All You Can Quaff to be incredibly fun. On Xbox One, PS3, and PC, you can unlock characters that were DLC on 360 via Insane mode.

ESRB: T Content: Blood & Gore, Cartoon Violence, and Crude Humor (PARENTAL WARNING: This game contains large amounts of animated blood) Price: $14.99 (Download)
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Goat Simulator Review

Goat Simulator
Publisher: Coffee Stain Studios Developer: Coffee Stain Studios Platform: iOS Release: 2014 Players: 1 Genre: Sandbox / Action Rating: 8.5 \ 10.0: Fantastic
Above is the result of the goat latching its tongue to a car.

Goat Simulator sounds, with all due respect, like a boring Farming Simulator expansion, but it's actually probably the most hilarious sandbox game you'll ever play. This is a port of the popular but critically disliked PC game which has removed the original version's inappropriate content. The developers claim that this is a "small, broken, and stupid game", but this is to imply how funny this game is. The concept is ridiculous-- you, playing as an invincible goat, wreak mayhem upon small cities through the use of head-butting, your adhesive tongue, various supernatural powers, and extremely glitchy physics. The main noticeable difference in this mobile port is the graphical downgrade. The other version of the game takes up only a few dozen more megabytes, so I don't get why the visuals here look like they were rendered on a PS2 and suffer from pop-up.When you boot up the game and press the play button, you are asked to choose from one of two maps to play. Each map has a large set of trophies to collect, secrets to discover, and goats to unlock. That's right-- as if being a normal goat wasn't cool enough, you are also able to become a giraffe, an ostrich, a penguin, a whale, a robot, a giraffe-like alien, or another type of goat. Humorously, the other animals are named as goats (the giraffe is "tall goat", the penguin is "classy goat", etc.). Goat Simulator is all about asking questions and getting answers the glitchy and funny way. Questions I've asked myself include "What happens if I drag that guy onto a treadmill?" "What happens if I strap a pitching machine to myself, then stick my tongue to a grill?", and my all-time favorite: "What happens if I stick my tongue to a rollercoaster cart?" Every experiment you make is bound to at least garner some chuckles. The funniest events usually occur unintentionally, such as when I headbutted some guy and sent him hurtling into a gas tank, causing collateral damage and also setting him aflame. Since the bystanders are as resistant to injury as you, they're pretty much punching bags. If there's ever moment you just don't want to end, tap the slow-motion button, and laugh hysterically you soar through the air along with a group of now flaming people, exploded gas tank behind you. When you've gotten sick of wrecking people's houses, blowing up cars, and stealing knocking chip bags and bottles off store shelves (don't be surprised if you think you see a bag of Doritos or a bottle of Coke), there are plenty of side attractions. If you're in Goatville, I recommend wrecking Coffee Stain Studio's office where you can play a Flappy Bird parody starring a goat, infiltrating the low-gravity testing facility (accessing this area without glitches involves a Mario reference, unlike the other version), or fighting goats in the arena (now you get a crown for winning the title bout!). Goat City Bay offers even more fun, with attractions including an amusement park, a playable Steamworld Dig parody, and a party on the roof of a hotel DJ'd by the one and only Deadmau5. When on the roof, Deadmau's unreleased song "Petting Zoo" plays. These are only the most notable features, but there are tons of more pleasant surprises in both maps. If you enter the sewer in Goat City Bay, you can find a group of four turtle-people that look like a combination of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Shrek. It's pleasantly surprising and very satisfying to discover a secret or pop-culture reference. One of my favorite features is the ability to record your session and upload it to Kamcord or a social media app. When a PC or mobile game is ported to mobile devices, controls are always a concern. This game's touch controls are responsive and easy to use. Like nearly every mobile port of a PC hit, there is content from the original version that is not present in this edition. The deductions are mainly goats and hidden trophies, so it's hard to care, but the inability to download user-submitted maps and goat mutators like on PC, while understandable, was disappointing. Additionally, the maps have been tweaked in ways both noticeable and irrelevant. For example, a train track replaces the low-gravity testing facility in Goatville, and now can be accessed via a green pipe that wouldn't be out of place in a Mario game. Another change is that the cliffside in Goat City Bay has been removed. To make up for this, there is a new goat exclusive to this edition: the Anti-Gravity Goat. It was awesome enough to deck out my goat with a glass dome helmet and purple boots, but nothing beats watching a mess of furniture float around a living room, further ruining a guy's day by headbutting him in low gravity, than turning it off, or  or completing all the air height and airtime-based objectives with a single jump. Another issue is the lack of multiplayer. The computer version did offer split-screen multiplayer to anyone with a controller, and I would like to see GameCenter, Bluetooth, or online multiplayer added to this game eventually. As I mentioned earlier, the game is incredibly buggy. While the game occasionally crashes, it's fun to watch the goat's head spazz out when it's against a wall, and it's straight up hilarious to watch the goat glitchily jerk across the screen in a stretched-out mess. It has even been said by Coffee Stain that glitches are an integral part of the experience. The game gets boring after you've wrecked everything, but I can think of no better way to kill a couple hours. This game may be broken and stupid, but I had a great time playing it.

Ups
Stupidest, therefore greatest concept ever
"Experimentation" is hilarious
The funniest occurrences are unintentional
Slow-mo button
Tons of pop culture references
Glitchy physics
New goats
Great way to kill a couple hours
You're a goat!

Downs
Downgraded visuals
Occasionally crashes
Missing some content from original version
Boring once everything has been wrecked

ESRB: T Content: Violence Price: $4.99 (Download)
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Be an Efficient Driver

Several ways are needed to be followed to be an efficient driver. It always seems to be very easy to learn driving if there is a car of your own. Very often it proves to be a wrong decision. To learn driving your own car, you need to have someone who knows driving. But, if you do this, it would be going against the law as you need a license and insurance when you are not taking the training from a professional instructor. The only way to escape the law is to have your own land to learn driving which is nearly impossible. Besides it, it has a close connection with accidents that may damage your car and can injure you. All these hazards can be overcome with an experienced driving instructor.

The person who will teach you to drive, should be very qualified and highly experienced at the task. His authorization from the government carries the certificate of his professionalism and at the very same time it proves whether he is capable of doing the task or not. Another thing that you should check in him is that he has enough experience. Experience is the only thing that makes it possible for the him to know the mind of the learner. It helps him to provide the lessons depending on the ability of the trainee. The style that the instructor follows to train somebody, should not be fixed. The training should be given in a flexible way and the trainer should be able to change his style after judging the learner.

If you are a learner, you have to look for various things in a trainer. You should be full of questions and should demand explanations for every single thing taught to you. When the training starts, you should be informed about the ways to be safe while driving. The very first thing that you should learn properly is the way to pull the hand brake when you are stopping somewhere for a couple of minutes. If all these things seem to be very difficult, you should ask your friends and should get the training from the instructor who is recommended.

Different types of driving courses are offered by different professionals. You should avoid the driving courses of short period. You may accept the course that allows you to learn driving for a few hours a day, but the total number of days should make it a course of a long time.

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Car Driving Tips

If you're new to car driving we encourage you to definitely read the following car driving tips which may be useful to a person while driving on all sorts of road. Few handy strategies for regular car users:

Look for a stretch of road that's straight and representative associated with what you're traveling upon.Make certain presently there aren't any cars close by. Give yourself plenty associated with space - perhaps 3 hundred yards or so.Decelerate by about 5 to 10 miles each hour so you have better control if the road surface be much more slippery than you picture.Prepare yourself to recuperate if you begin in order to drift, skid, hydroplane or even fishtail.With a computerized transmission, simply lift from the gas when you carry out the test. With the manual transmission, you'll need to push in the clutch system while performing the check.Strike the brakes gently, sharply and very briefly to determine how your vehicle responds. Be sure to log off the brakes quickly so that your wheels can track (still turn) and thus permit you to steer your vehicle.Continue the traction force test by increasing the intensity from the strike on the braking system pedal, but make particular you release the braking system pedal quickly. Continue to increase the intensity from the strike on the brakes until you're satisfied you have sufficient traction on the street, or you find the stage where you're losing traction.

Adjust your speed and method of handling the vehicle based on your findings:

Change engine essential oil as recommended (generally a few months)Proper make use of and quality of lubricantsExamine Spark Plug regularlyExamine Tire PressureAvoid starting the engine in a rush, fast or with the jerkAvoid starting the actual engine until you will be ready to pull outTurn off your air condition for some time in more traffic, on the hilly roads and while likely to overtake a large automobilePut car upon neutral gear while stopping some time on signal etc...On red-light in the event that more then 2 minutes halt is needed switch off the motorDo not help to make habit of resting your own foot on clutch your pedal while drivingAttempt to drive at constant paceDo not provide hard acceleration on reduced gearsSkip a equipment (go from first to 3rd or 4th) if you're on a flat street or slopeWhile driving both of your hands should be kept upon handle, left hand upon lower left and correct hand on upper correctAvoid driving when you're angry or upsetDevelop speed before approaching a hill to prevent fuel-wasting hard acceleration while rising the slopeKeep your vehicle neat and clean from inside in addition to outside.Rate this Article

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Safe driving is the panacea to the increasing cases of vehicular accidents today. And safe driving starts with the proper inspection of your automobile. Before you start the engine of your car make sure that all the equipments in your car are in perfect state.

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Book Lessons in Abbey Wood and Enjoy the Simple Way of Driving

Are you interested in mastering the art of driving? If 'Yes', then you must be feeling a touch nervous, Isn't it? It is easily understandable that preparing for your first lesson can certainly seem to be a daunting task. However, to many the process of enjoying the art of driving is enjoyable and the same depends if you are able to hire the services of instructors who are always willing to lend assistance!

Apt Guidance

Regardless, of the age in which you want to master the art of driving, this is a job that is best left to a professional. The reason behind making such a claim is that the instructor will train you to the correct standard. Further, the professionals imparting Driving lessons in Abbey Wood will provide you with all the necessary guidelines and updated information required to pass the test. By means of seeking the services of the professionals, you can make sure that personal relationships are not put at stake! Thus, you will be able to enjoy driving without any unnecessary pressure or stress.

Practical Lessons

Before you book lessons in Abbey Wood, there are a few points which you are supposed to concentrate upon. The first point in which you need to stress upon is what percentage of a typical driving lesson is spent in sitting in a car learning theory. If, you find that approximately twenty minutes in a training session spanning 1 hour is spent, then it obviously implies that you will not be able to seek the advantage of practical driving experience. The time which each of the driving lessons necessarily last is another aspect which you must take into estimation.

Driving Schedule

Remember, in a bid to boost the earning potential, there are many instructors who reduce the lesson timings of the training lessons to as much as fifty minutes. This is an aspect, which you as a service-seeker, need to take into due consideration. Also, remember there is no real point in booking a driving lesson spanning over three hours if you find it difficult to concentrate for more than 60-90 minutes at a single time. Once you are unable to concentrate your learning ability will get hampered and will result in a loss of your hard earned invested cash.

Light Training Cars

An important aspect which needs to be taken into due account is the type car used by the driving instructor while imparting the training. The fact as to whether the car is an automatic and manual one is an aspect which demands detailed focus. The ease with which the driving car can be maneuvered must also be taken into estimation. In order to seek the advantage of more number of lessons, you are advised to opt for the light and sensitive cars. If you are new to driving and opting for the lessons for the very first time, cars featuring safety net can do your purpose a world of good.

The advent of online resources has made it possible for you to be able to conduct a detailed research on the various training schools located in Abbey Wood. Prior to hiring their services, stay informed if they hold a fair understanding about the local test routes. You will be able to benefit your cause to a great extent by means of appointing the services of an instructor who is comfortable with dual-carriage-way, town centre and rural driving.

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Definition of Aggressive Driving

Most people are familiar with the terms passive and aggressive driving, but few know what they actually mean. Would you know either of these two things if you saw them on the street? If it has been a while since you were in traffic school, or if you are preparing for traffic school online, it will be helpful to take a fresh look at the definition of "aggressive driving."

Aggressive driving is a manner of operating a vehicle that is likely to cause danger to other drivers, or anger others on the roadway. While some drivers are blatantly aggressive for no reason, others may be using some aggressive driving tactics without knowing it. Below is a quick list of some of the most common aggressive driving behaviors.

Gesturing to Other Drivers

This one should be obvious to anyone who has spent any time behind the wheel. Making obscene or other confrontational gestures to other people on the road is considered aggressive driving and could lead to an escalating situation.

Using Your Horn Excessively

There are times when it is acceptable to use your horn - when warning another car of impending trouble - and there are times when you should keep your hand off the horn. If you are using your horn out of anger, chances are you are exhibiting an aggressive driving behavior.

Tailgating another Car

The practice of 'tailgating' is simply following another vehicle too closely. Keeping a safe following distance is something that you learn early on in your driving experience, as following too close is a recipe for trouble. All drivers should keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of them to avoid creating the conditions for a possible crash.

Blocking the Left Lane

Believe it or not, aggressive driving can include tactics that might not seem aggressive at all. One of the best examples of this is driving slowly in the passing lane. If you are blocking the left lane while others behind you are waiting to pass, you should move over and allow them to go by.

Avoiding the behaviors of aggressive driving will make your experience on the road safer for you and those around you. Good driving really doesn't have to be complicated at all - simply pay attention to your surroundings, be courteous to other drivers, and don't use any of the aggressive driving tactics listed above. If everyone on the road would drop these aggressive behaviors, we would all be able to travel much safer.

Resource: http://www.nhtsa.gov/people/injury/research/aggressive/final.rpt.html

NTSI offers an online "aggressive driving" course that takes place completely online. NTSI helps drivers take responsibility for their aggressive driving behaviors.
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Avoid Moving Violation And Obey Traffic Safety Tips For Better Driving Experience

A moving violation is quite similar to traffic violation when the driver commits certain traffic offense such as speeding beyond permissible limit, drunk driving, wrong turn etc. Moving violations like traffic violations are punishable under the law. It can hamper you greatly financially as well as insurance rates. Driving lessons in Cork give you appropriate instruction on safety tips.

Some common moving violations

The most common violation is speeding ticket. Every street and road has a certain speed limit and under the traffic law, so the driver must obey the speeding limit. Driving rash, risking own and others lives is a straightforward offense.There are lanes, which are dedicated to high vehicle occupancy such as carpool, school bus etc. You can drive on that lane if you have more than one occupant in your car, else it is considered as a violation. Carpool lane violation depends on jurisdiction.The most common type of moving violation is seat belt violation. According to the law, it is obligatorily to wear seat belts for both occupants of the front seat of a car. It is a very common violation but greatly effects people financially.Talking on the phone while driving is another moving violation that cost you hefty fine.Another common mistake people most often do is switch on wrong indicator while turning. In many cases it creates confusion for the driver behind you, risking an accident.Not maintaining the lane discipline and changing lanes quite frequently is another common type of moving violation.

Traffic Safety Tips for responsible citizens

Traffic safety tips are for every age. Suppose in an idealistic situation if everyone follows traffic rules and obey every rule that is supposed to do, there will no accidents and mishaps. Although it is an idealistic situation but we must realize the importance of traffic rules and at least follow the same. Almost in every country there are traffic laws and violation means hefty fines. Mostly in teens and young people, overconfidence and excitement is the reason behind mishaps.

Try to avoid multitasking

Driving itself demands intense concentration, especially in busy roads, and when you are engaged in multitasking such as listening to music, eating and speak on your mobile phone at the same time, it will distract your concentration. Although human brain is capable of handling multitasking, but the change of thoughts is so frequent in those scenarios that mostly it distract from the main job. When you are driving alone or driving with somebody, be responsible and focus on driving.

Drunk driving causes maximum accidents

According to studies, the main cause of road accidents is drunk driving. Young adults and teens don't realize the consequences and risk their lives. Alcohol is a mood altering stimulus and it impairs judgment. Any kind of intoxicant, as a matter of fact is dangerous while driving.

Do not break signals

A very easy safety tip is to follow signal, even if you tempt to. Most of the traffic signals have less than 2 minutes of stoppage time, even if you are in a great hurry, two minutes compare to the risk is nothing per say. The consequences of breaking signal can lead to many accidents, and hefty fines, in some cases seize of you driving license.

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12 Road Safety Tips You Probably Wouldn't Think of

We all know the basic road safety tips; buckle up, observe road signs, don't speed, watch for wildlife etc. etc., but here are 12 road safety tips that are a bit outside the box and you're not likely to think of.

Avoid caffeine and sugary snacks

Although you may get a burst of energy from a sugar high, it's short lived and you'll feel more tired afterward. Choose a snack such as dried fruit, nuts, or a muesli bar which have a low GI, and drink plenty of water.

Have backup shoes or drive bare foot

Your foot is more likely to accidentally slip off the pedal if you're wearing thongs or high heels. Despite common belief, it's legal to drive barefoot - if you're wearing slippery shoes take them off before you drive, or keep a backup pair of shoes in your vehicle that have good grip.

Avoid standing on diesel spots

Even if you drive a petrol vehicle, diesel pumps are often side by side which means there may be diesel spillage nearby. Diesel is oilier than unleaded and could leave the soles of your shoes greasy, causing your foot to slip off the pedal.

Don't swerve to avoid hitting an animal

As awful as it is to think about striking and potentially killing an animal with your vehicle, police advise it's safer to hit an animal than swerving to avoid it, which could easily lead to a serious crash. Consider protecting yourself and your vehicle with a bull or roo bar.

Don't be a hangover drink driver

Surprisingly, 20% of drink drivers are caught between 6am and midday. This could happen quite easily if you have had a heavy night of drinking, went to sleep late and got up early the next day to pick up your vehicle or drive to work. Ensure you give yourself plenty of time after your last drink for the alcohol to pass through your system.

Be careful when changing a spare tyre

Unfortunately each year there are accidents involving drivers who are hit whilst changing a tyre. Ensure you drive your vehicle slowly off the road, away from traffic, or if you're on a highway, try to reverse your vehicle behind a safety barrier.

Keep your headlights on, day or night

Drive with your headlights on at all times to increase your chances of being seen, especially in areas with high pedestrian traffic or long, shady stretches.

Missed your turn off? Go around

Don't take a chance on causing an accident by trying to cut across lanes to make the turn off. Take the next exit or turn and enjoy the scenery.

Don't overdo it!

Don't overload your vehicle's roof rack - most cars can only handle between 60 to 100kg up there. Any heavier and it could damage the roof rails and start to affect how your car handles corners due to the raised centre of gravity.

Check your tyre tread

If your tyres have less than 1.4mm of tread depth you could find yourself in trouble - with the law or on the road. Many people measure tyre tread in the middle of the tyre, but if the edges are worn down further than 1.4mm, the vehicle is considered to be unroadworthy and dangerous. Wheel alignments and maintaining the correct tyre pressure will provide you with better vehicle handling and will increase the lifespan of your tyres. Consider purchasing an aftermarket tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Check your trailer axles

Likely your trailer or caravan has been sitting in the weather for close to a year. Get your axles and bearings checked and regreased or replaced - there is a good chance the axles may be rusty or the bearings seized.

Add emergency details on your phone

If you have an Apple iPhone, you can record emergency and health related details using the built-in Health app. This means if you're involved in an accident, emergency workers are able to access information about your allergies, blood type, and emergency contacts, even if your phone is locked. Android users can download this App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appventive.ice&hl=en.

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Be A Master In Driving With California Driver's Ed

A high edifice student allocate over 30 hours each week in a school. The State of California needs a student to give 30 hours in driver's education classes to acquire a individual's permit. There are also drivers education courses offered on-line that permit people to study at home at an ease, schedule and time of their choice. A processed program scores the exams and a DMV Certificate of pass completion is mailed out to the flourishing on-line participants. The system is planned to work efficiently with PC's and Mac's and with any Internet connection speed. There is no particular plug-ins needed.

California driver's ed classes teach youngsters the fact of driving and prepare and make them responsible, attitudes and behaviors that are important in lowering the risk of driving accidents and injury. There are multiple driver education courses accessible all-over the country and each state has their own driving regulation and rules. Hence, it is essential for youngsters to assure that their driver education course is certifiable and sanctioned by the authorities. It is considered an advantage for citizens to get a California driver's license. It assures that the driver is familiar with the rules of the road and he knows that what steps needs to be taken to get a driver's permit at the California Department of Motor Vehicles (CADMV). Services such as dmv.org have a couple of links that able people to find out the actual answers to CADMV driver permit questions. In earlier time, driver's ed was traditionally coached in normal high school classes in California. Nevertheless, decreasing school fund has controlled the accessibility of driver education classes in these high schools. The Internet has formed a low cost alternative to get driver's ed from clannish driving schools.

In California, there are range of institutes that give driving education to people. California drivers ed gatherings are very kindred to any other classroom environment. You will be given homework, assignments, instructional delivery and assessments. Students also learn from computers, videos as learning tools. In constituent, these classes also educate students for proper driving attitudes, the side-effects of drinking and driving, awareness of traffic rules, observing road signs, discovering driving regulations and laws and methods on how to drive safely. Some schools even educate students about how to maintain their cars and keep them safe to drive. Student needs to pass both practical and theoretical exams with 70% to 80% grades before they get a certificate of completion that must be presented to the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) when administering for a driver's permit. APS is a specific Internet study and testing system for driver's education in California. It gives California driver's ed, on-line driver's test. Most of organizations gives a path for students to study driver's education on their personal, as an alternative of taking 30 hours of classes in a local driving school. These on-line services have proved to be a accessible source of acquiring driver's permit in California.

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Driving School Toronto Asks You to Check Your Vehicle Consistently

So, you have got your driving license and you want to go take your car out for a drive? Go ahead, but before that remember to do a good check on your vehicle. Checking your vehicle thoroughly every time you plan to take it out is a good way to avoid mishaps; however, inspecting your car will only help you gain confidence on all your drive, because you will be aware that your car is in good condition. So there is less chances of facing a break down in the middle of the road. Ensure that your car goes for servicing on a regular basis; check the interiors and the exteriors of your vehicle. Check its engine and make sure that everything is up to the mark.

Here is a little list of things you must consider and check whenever you take your vehicle out.

Today's Driver, a reputed driving school in Toronto, makes it easy for you to inspect all the crucial parts of your vehicle without missing out on any of them. Simply follow the list below and always enjoy a happy drive -

Make sure that your vehicle's body is good to go with nothing hanging loose, and see to it that the bonnet is properly closed.Check the fluid level of your vehicle and make it a point to see to it that it is at the correct level. The fluid level, basically comprises of the coolant, windscreen wash and oil of your vehicle, these are some crucial fluids needed to help your vehicle run smoothly.A large number of accidents are caused because of break fails, so make sure that you check the breaks of your car every time you take it out!! They say prevention is better that cure then why take risk when you can already avoid an accident by simply checking all the part of your vehicle once?Make sure all the seatbelts are working proficiently; before you let yourself and your passengers inside the car.Make sure that the tire of your car is up to the mark; there should be no bulge, tear or any other problems with the car. You obviously don't want to face a break down in the middle of nowhere.If you are about to carry luggage, pets or kids, making sure they are properly secured in their places. Drive cautiously when there is a kid or a pet in your car.The lights and the indicators should be functioning properly, take a good look at them; make sure they are in good condition.Ensure that the driver's seat is comfortable as per your liking, if it is not; then adjust the seats.Check if the mirrors are set right; if it is not then adjust it before leaving.

Follow the above listed points provided by a reputed driving school and make sure that you are all prepared whenever you take your car out. This way you and your loved ones will always be safe on the roads.

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5 New Tissot Classic Dream Watches For 2015

Tissot is young, sporty, and virulent and effective by nature as it show glimpses of new age public. It is a collection that encourages you to select one for you. This brand has introduced many new facets of watch making like-anti-magnetic, first watch with plastic mechanical movement, touch screen technology. This technology allowed wearer to enjoy information about compass, altimeter, barometer etc.

Tissot Classic Dream T0334101605301 is an analogue watch which comprises silver bezel, steel case in round shape, black dial with sapphire crystal glass, leather belt.

Tissot Classic Dream T0334101105301 is an analogue watch which has silver bezel, steel case in round shape, black dial with sapphire crystal glass, in metal belt. This collection will fit in professional premise or leisure time. The occasion you name, the variety collections of classic dream will be in front of you.

Tissot Classic Dream T0332103311100 a collection with a golden bezel looks giant in feature and action also. The majestic glossy may take a center stage, wherever you move. In India you have number of occasion, where displaying apparels, jewels, accessories, shoes and made a signature statement-is common story. Men only accessorize them by luxury timepieces. Tissot classic dream collection suits their purpose clearly.

Tissot Classic Dream T0334102205301 reminds you a 'cheetah', when you put it on you. Black dial with golden numerals on it, bezel in golden and silver is an analogue watch. If a royal Bengal tiger moves fast in midst of jungle, certainly holds your breath for performance, appearance and insight over its prey. This very model for its looks, performance and attention hunting precision will take your attention for life time.

Tissot Classic Dream T0334103305101, when woman takes pride in their jewelry, a man lags behind in accessory. Displaying new possession, always keeps women in front row. Here a man with this piece may bring new waves in fashion scenario. The dominant nature of man has echoed with dream collection from Tissot.

With a broader, more versatile range of high quality timepieces at an attractive price, Tissot always expresses its thirst for excellence and infuse it in you.

Tissot has continued its ceaseless expansion and various collections to meet different functional needs, tastes. It cherishes the beauty and emotionality of classic watches, the mechanical one that have a beating heart.

Luxurious finishes and design details seamlessly link between yesteryear, today and tomorrow. In this family, watches meet modernity, meticulous craftsmanship via wheel inspired design and hand wound mechanical skeleton movement visible through the dial.

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April Activities - Buy Earrings Online

April is the time for exam stress and relaxing after the holidays begin (for younger students and moms). The exams are hanging over most of our heads. For the girls who've finished with their board exams, it's time to plan your vacation with friends & family. An exotic locale would be ideal; like Maldives or the Turks & Caicos. Extroverts will do better to plan a visit to their chacha & chachi or friends to unwind and relax. Get friends your own age to party with or a visit to the larger metro cities like Mumbai will bore you to death.

Buy earrings online with brightly hued Austrian crystals & cubic zircons to revamp your holiday look & invigorate your sterling silver jewellery collection. Repurpose the jewellery you already own if you have pendants or charm beads laying around that you find boring. Thread them on your ribbons or through your hair, vivify a plain telephone wire band. Many indispensable jewelleries like cubic zirconia earrings, toe rings in sterling silver and enamelled anklets create a timeless look and go with every outfit you own.

Why dispose of old jewellery you're bored with? Re -using jewellery gives new life to your old earrings, rings and bracelets. You can come up with unique designs that are not available in the shops. If you have a Gold Plated Link Disc Bracelet in sterling silver, take the links out & repurpose it as a brooch or a hairpin. The old black crocodile clip doesn't have to be dull & dreary anymore. Tack on the colourful Austrian crystal pendants to your hair slide pins or to your watch metal strap to get instant glitz.

Get lots of ideas from visiting jewellery Pinterest boards or blogs & look at your own jewellery box. Any odd or lose stones that fall off your earrings, necklaces can be stuck on your hairpins or reused on your bags. Your bags get great quality sparkle and you've not squandered any old jewellery that's falling apart.

Make the rings online shopping india memorable gifts to give friends and family. Always find out if there's an exchange or returns policy that the online jewellery shop adheres to. Check to see if the toll free phone number on the website is valid and someone must answer it. Always ask for shipping charges, even you can't see it on the website. Every online jewellery shop doesn't offer free delivery below a certain billing amount and you should not be surprised by the final amount you pay.

Remember that more is actually less when you buy earrings online, get your friends together & buy in bulk, so you don't have to pay hefty shipping charges. Some websites offer free shipping for larger billing amounts. Express delivery is not a free option but do check for this when you're in a hurry. Shopping online helps you to save time and even lets you return stuff you changed your mind about, though in an offline store you can return your purchases for a full refund.

Pinki Singha is a qualified jewellery stylist with considerable experience in South Africa, USA & UK in the sterling silver & designer jewellery industry. She designs silver earrings for girls for the online jewellery store .
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Buy Timeless Engagement Rings To Take Your Relationship A Step Further

It's your engagement!! Wow, the most awaited day has finally arrived and you are about to tie the knot with the man you are deeply in love with. And as you are getting engaged, the merriment is just incomplete without a dazzling timeless engagement ring. Your engagement ring! Oh, it's important because it retells the story of your love and togetherness.

Shopping your special ring is truly an exciting day in your relationship. Whether you are going alone or accompanying your partner along with you, both of you should be well informed about varied cuts, sizes and designs of engagement rings. The most significant factor in selecting a diamond relies on its shape that matches your style. Here is a guide that will help you to choose which shaped diamond looks perfectly beautiful on you.

Popular Diamond Shapes for Your Engagement

Princess: Princess cut is widely appreciated and it is good for those who are looking for contemporary style. They are slightly rectangular or square in shape with pointed corners. To add on, the intricate facets greatly enhances its glitz and spark.

Round Brilliant: It looks really classic. It features 57 facets which truly add to its beauty.

Emerald: Timeless and classy, emeralds cut diamonds are ready to offer you an elegant look with its lean and long lines. The rectangular cut with few facets highpoints the clarity of this beautiful diamond.

Asscher: This cut evokes feeling of 1920's and 30's.Its beauty and spark capture the heart of all beautiful brides.

Radiant: If you are considering a unique look, this cut will certainly suit your taste. Combined with geometrical lines, the brilliance of this diamond is characterized by its trimmed corners.

Marquise: The tapered points relatively at its ends add drama to it. When worn, it is perfect to create a slender and elongated look.

Cushion: Cushion also known as pillow cut has larger facets and rounded corners that enhances its simplicity and brilliance.

Oval: Oval shaped diamonds appeals everyone. Its elongated shape offers an interesting twist to its slender look.

Pear: This shape looks extremely classy. Its sharp tapered point adds seven stars to your personality.

Heart: It greatly symbolizes your true love to your beloved. Available in fancy colors such as yellow, pink or red, this shape is perfect for pendants.

Today, online market is booming in terms of selling vivid varieties of quality diamonds. With the huge availability of different online portals, it becomes really easy to buy diamond engagement rings sitting within the comforts of your home. Before purchasing one, ensure that you go through the sites and read the reviews. Also, make sure that the seller you are choosing online offers a detailed description of the ring such as the 4C's of diamond: cut, color, clarity and carat. These aspects should be briefly described in a written document and if possible, get a copy of the gemologist report. Furthermore, it is good to get an idea about what kind of return policy the seller is offering in case something goes wrong. Do your homework beforehand and choose World Wide Web as it is the best option to shop in just one single click.

So, what are you waiting for? If you are looking forward to walk the aisle with hand in hand with your beloved then look for a shimmering diamond ring online. After all, diamonds are best friend of all beautiful ladies.

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Accessorize Yourself Like Your Favorite Stars Do With Skull Jewelry

Stars like Johnny Depp, Lindsay Lohan, Carmen Electra and Angelina have achieved cult status and youngsters obsessed with the idea of looking good and looking different strive to emulate them. Carmen Electra, for example, never shies away from wearing bold clothes and even more bold jewelry such as skull jewelry to create her own fashion aura and girls go crazy, mimicking her style because of the zing factor. If the girl next door looks good, you must look snazzier and the best way is to wear skull jewelry.

The Phantom left an indelible impression on wrong doers with his skull ring. You can leave an impression of a different kind with skull jewelry in wholesale, at prices so affordable you can buy a dozen different types of skull rings in addition to bracelets, pendants, bangles and earrings. A ring makes a perfect fashion accessory and a skull ring embedded with ruby red in the eye sockets is far out. There is no dearth of variety in skull rings with grinning skulls and folded hands, skulls with eye patches, skulls with goggles and a cigar, a Spiderman type webbed skull, a batman skull and a ring with a number skills set on the rim.

If you wear skull rings naturally the whole ensemble must have the same motif. A skull bracelet perfectly matches the ring and you can pick one with a similar design theme. Bracelets do enhance the look of the whole arm adding a certain appeal that is so irresistible. A simple chain bracelet with a grinning skull points to the type of zany personality that you have and, if you like, there is a chain link bracelet with a skull at each link.

Skull necklaces are the other skull jewelry in wholesale you can get at affordable prices and have a dozen or so in your collection. One of the most haves is a stainless steel curb chain necklace with a prominent grinning skull wearing biker goggles. The necklace can sit comfortably around your throat or you can have a rather longish 20 inch necklace that will hang down to your chest with skulls discreetly forming part of the links. Necklaces to add a certain flair and if love to flaunt them, you are doing nothing wrong. After all, celebrities did the same. The difference is they start a trend.

It would be difficult to buy gold, silver or platinum rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces by the dozen but with stainless steel, it is different. You can certainly afford skull jewelry in wholesale and accessorize yourself just like film stars do but at a far lower cost. One of the good things about stainless steel is it is tough, it can be polished to a high sparkling finish or a dull matt finish and looks contemporaneously mod, perfectly in tune with the current image people like to project. Once you are hooked, there is no going back because each piece is more attractive than the other. Each day you can look unique and different from the rest of the crowd. And that is what gets you noticed.

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Jack Henrys is a writer for one of the leading jewelry wholesaler, with the aim to educate retailers and potential entrepreneurs who want start their own businesses in the jewelry retail industry. In this excerpt he has illustrated the growing relevance of stainless steel jewelry for men and women.
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Bridal Gift Ideas Buy Silver Earrings Online

The latest fashion earrings and bracelets in sterling silver are available online for less than one -third the price at costume and imitation jewellery shops in your city. Look at old -fashioned imitation jewellery shops in your favourite shopping locality, on the streets or in the malls- you will see that they sell their costume jewellery at very high prices and often are of low quality. When you protest about a broken clasp that was already broken when you picked it up- you pay for it! It doesn't matter whether you actually opened the clasp or even touched it- the shop will insist you pay for it, unlike online jewellery shops. When you open your jewellery in front of the delivery person, examine it & find that the product is damaged you can send it back. The vendor will even pay for it.

Shopping for silver earrings online doesn't mean that you have to pay for shipping or have to get stuck with substandard jewellery. In many cases, the shipping charges are according to the number of products you buy, which means you end up paying less when you buy more during online shopping than if you went to the mall or local costume jewellery shop.

A seasoned online shopper knows the secrets of shopping for fashion jewellery online. When you visit recognised market place jewellery online portals, you may not get prompt service or even delivery in smaller towns or villages. Online jewellery shopping portals dealing in Austrian crystal and cubic zirconia set into sterling silver will offer free shipping when you shop more even in smaller metro cites. Speedy delivery & very friendly customer service makes online jewellery boutique value their customers more.

Some online jewellery stores like GemLN India bring in chic earrings, rings and charm bracelets from European jewellery houses. You can go easily toe rings online shopping for lightweight designs that can be worn with western casual and ethnic wear. If you love switching your jewellery often, search for sterling silver bracelets and rings with golden or rhodium plating. These exquisitely designed pieces give you shine & protects the silver from tarnishing. The cubic zircons are import quality and are available in a variety of hues. They're manufactured with the Indian climate in mind so they are as bright & sparkly as the day you received them.

Dangling Austrian crystal earrings are the best gift for a girl at any time of the year, especially on her birthday. Whether it's an anniversary, friendship day or any reason at all, buying cheap jewellery online is the perfect solution for your budgetary needs. Online jewellery boutiques gift wrapit for you and deliver to the person -what a surprise. Giving surprise gifts from online shopping stores ensures free shipping for larger billing amounts, you actually save more when you buy in bulk.

You can opt for Cash on Delivery, though most e-commerce jewellery shopping websites now ask for a surcharge when you want COD.

Pinki Singha is a qualified gemologist with considerable experience in South Africa, USA & UK in the Fashion Jewellery industry. She loves to guide women and young girls on how to buy silver toe rings online .
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Analyzing Antique Engagement Rings

Engagement rings are not only a representation of the promise of long lasting love, but they have always signified the sanctity of a relationship in addition to the vow of a lifelong commitment of "till death do you part". Antique style rings in Houston TX have always been a popular jewelry option, but currently, a number of people are considering this particular vintage style for their engagement rings.

Here is an insight on antique rings, highlighting what one should keep in mind before considering the vintage option for an engagement ring.

Resilience

If you plan to wear the ring all the time, even while doing tasks like laundry, dishes, etc, establishing the resilience of the ring is essential. Antique engagement rings are generally delicate, but ultimately, the construction and the stone setting demonstrate this. Make sure that you consider the services of an expert when buying an antique engagement ring!

Quality and Size

Vintage rings are usually part of the heirlooms in a family. On the other hand, if you are buying an antique ring, you will find them to be a beautiful, economically sound and lucrative choice. However, in order to make the best of these pieces, consider the opinions of expert manufacturers in Houston. The quality and the size of the rings are pivotal and only an expert can ensure the perfect ring for your hand.

Sturdy Stone Settings

Most antique engagement rings generally do not require the addition of another wedding band. These rings are a standout all by themselves. The stones and their setting, ultimately, influence the overall look. Before buying, make sure that the ring does not make a noise when you shake it, and test the stones with your fingers to see if they are moving. This is why experts suggest that the best antique engagement rings are housed by businesses that have their own manufacturing facility.

In addition to the durability and quality, the impact you want to create with an antique engagement ring is ultimately dependent on the place you purchase the diamond from. As opposed to conventional retail store, it is highly advisable to consider an outlet that manufactures diamond jewelry. For a wide collection of antique engagement rings in Houston, consider the Houston Diamond Outlet!

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Are You Looking For The Diamond Jewelry or Loose Diamonds For Sale?

Diamonds, Girl's Best Friend, are available in a wide variety of stone colors, shapes and sizes. It is still the first choice of every girl as they are too much in love with diamonds. The demand of diamonds and diamond jewelry has survived the decades and still seen as great. Due to very high demands of colorful diamonds and its jewelry, merchants are often offering huge discounts or big sale to survive in battle. Merchant knows this very well that women are still covet for diamonds very much and it is still so captivating piece of stone for them, so they play the dice very well with new offering and great discounts but you should be patient until you get your deal.

The diamonds are available in different kinds of colors, shapes, cuts, sizes, clarity and carats. You can find detailed description about its professional examination and authentication in certificate that comes along with it. If you are buying the diamonds or diamond jewelry online than you should look for the certified dealers. You should check that the certificate is approved by the government authority before you purchase it. If it is not, you should not hesitate to ask for it as it is your only guarantee of the quality and value. The cuts of the diamonds are equally important so you should better inquire about this too.

There are different cuts of diamonds available and price of the piece depends on the cuts. The shallow cuts, deep cuts and regular cuts are more common cuts. Next is the shape of the diamond that includes round, marquise, princess, pearl, emerald, oval, radiant, cushion, heart, baguette and many others. The color of diamond is also a big factor in price. The most common are colorless diamonds that are considered as white diamonds even though they contain varying degrees of color. The yellows, pinks, and blues are considered as true fancy colored diamonds as they are graded on a separate color scale. Finally the carat, weight of the diamond, the heavier is more expensive and rare than lighter one.

The brightness of diamond has been inspired us for generations. The way they delicately reflect light and its sparkling appearance adds value to your stature. It is also the hardest of any bulk material on earth available in different shapes, cuts and colors and it is also a symbol of great love and romance into our culture.

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Driving School Toronto Asks You to Check Your Vehicle Consistently

So, you have got your driving license and you want to go take your car out for a drive? Go ahead, but before that remember to do a good check on your vehicle. Checking your vehicle thoroughly every time you plan to take it out is a good way to avoid mishaps; however, inspecting your car will only help you gain confidence on all your drive, because you will be aware that your car is in good condition. So there is less chances of facing a break down in the middle of the road. Ensure that your car goes for servicing on a regular basis; check the interiors and the exteriors of your vehicle. Check its engine and make sure that everything is up to the mark.

Here is a little list of things you must consider and check whenever you take your vehicle out.

Today's Driver, a reputed driving school in Toronto, makes it easy for you to inspect all the crucial parts of your vehicle without missing out on any of them. Simply follow the list below and always enjoy a happy drive -

Make sure that your vehicle's body is good to go with nothing hanging loose, and see to it that the bonnet is properly closed.Check the fluid level of your vehicle and make it a point to see to it that it is at the correct level. The fluid level, basically comprises of the coolant, windscreen wash and oil of your vehicle, these are some crucial fluids needed to help your vehicle run smoothly.A large number of accidents are caused because of break fails, so make sure that you check the breaks of your car every time you take it out!! They say prevention is better that cure then why take risk when you can already avoid an accident by simply checking all the part of your vehicle once?Make sure all the seatbelts are working proficiently; before you let yourself and your passengers inside the car.Make sure that the tire of your car is up to the mark; there should be no bulge, tear or any other problems with the car. You obviously don't want to face a break down in the middle of nowhere.If you are about to carry luggage, pets or kids, making sure they are properly secured in their places. Drive cautiously when there is a kid or a pet in your car.The lights and the indicators should be functioning properly, take a good look at them; make sure they are in good condition.Ensure that the driver's seat is comfortable as per your liking, if it is not; then adjust the seats.Check if the mirrors are set right; if it is not then adjust it before leaving.

Follow the above listed points provided by a reputed driving school and make sure that you are all prepared whenever you take your car out. This way you and your loved ones will always be safe on the roads.

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