Monday, May 31, 2010

Easter Paddleball

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Sunday, May 30, 2010

Should Game Testers Specialize?

If you are entering the exciting world of testing games for a living, then there is one factor that's not only puzzling but also one of the most debated amongst games testers. Should you specialize as a games tester? Whether you decide to specialize or not, there are pro's and con's to either specializing or generalizing your skills as a gamer. Lets briefly look at the pro's and con's of both to help you make a better decision as to where you are steering your career testing games.

Specializing:
Game testing jobs come a dime a dozen these days. With thousands of games being launched every year the market is expanding with every piece of technology that hits the market. This leads to even more options for you to specialize in.

You can either specialize in different genres of games or you can specialize in different game platforms. Game platforms are expanding rapidly. PC, console, mobile and even online games are all different areas that require different expertise and by specializing in any of these areas you can make yourself unique and become a specialist. If you want to you can go very specific. For instance you can specialize in online MMORPG's.

When you specialize you will stand a much better chance of getting games testing jobs from specific developers and specific games. If you can establish yourself as an expert you can get paid much better when you specialize like this.

The downside is that if you specialize you narrow down your opportunities to a very select area of the market. You might struggle to find jobs if your focus is too narrow - especially if you are first starting out.

Generalizing:
The obvious advantage of going after any and all games testing jobs is that you will have a ot more jobs to choose from. If you are a jack of all trades then you will find that there's an immense amount of jobs to choose from.

The obvious downside of this approach is that you will have very little that sets you apart from the rest and you will just be "another tester" with a resume that just blends in with all the rest. The pay is usually mcu8h lower and you will find yourself getting jobs testing games you may not like that much.

However, this can be a great way to get into the testing world. If you need to find your feet and get your feet wet, then this is probably a much better approach. If you have a long term strategy and if you are serious about turning this into a lucrative career then I'd suggest you start specializing as soon as possible.

Friday, May 28, 2010

Neon Paddles & Balls (12/PKG)

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Neon Color Paddles & Balls Games (12/PKG)


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Thursday, May 27, 2010

Jazzy Paddle Balls

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Jazz up your party favor bag with this paddle ball. 3 assorted music oriented designs. Made of wood. Size 9 L. U.S. Toy Exclusive!"








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Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Bandai Tuttuki Bako Virtual Finger Game (Red)

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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Sports Maze Puzzles

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In this sports maze puzzle you move the metal ball through the maze to score points. Fun party favor bag item. Assorted shapes and styles. Size 2 L. U.S. Toy Exclusive!"








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Monday, May 24, 2010

10 Lovemaking Tips Every Woman Should Know

1. Good lovemaking starts outside the bedroom. If you have had time to plan a session then make the effort to have a bath and a shave, put some makeup on, and to pick some sexy underwear out. It sounds obvious but a man is mainly turned on by visual stimulus (whilst women are more turned on by emotions and words). Its important not to be self conscious about your body, let your man have a good look at you, he will love it!

2. Let him bring out his primal side. Every man loves to show his animalistic element and take charge once in a while. Give him a challenge by kissing him then pulling back with a come hither look to make him follow after you. Have him hold you up against a wall with your legs wrapped round his torso. He will have to hold you up and he'll love how it puts him in the alpha male role.

3. Go the other way and make him play the submissive role. Tie his hands to the bed rail and totally take control of the situation. He'll love that he wont have to lift a finger and can just watch you work your magic. Take it a step further and blindfold him too, it'll make him feel more vulnerable and trusting of you. Drive him crazy by not knowing where your next stroke, kiss or lick will go. Incorporate new sensations like an ice cube dripping over his torso, your hot breath on his skin, or the feel of your hair on his member.

4. Find his G spot. Men have a similar sensitive spot to a woman's G spot and if you can find it you can blow his mind, especially if combined with manual or oral stimulation on his member. Essentially it's the walnut sized prostate gland, which you can stimulate by placing two fingers on the skin between his testicles and anus and gently massaging. There is also a more direct way to stimulate this hidden hot spot, which is to insert a finger up his anus and using a beckoning motion to produce intense pleasure. It may take a bit of practice to find the precise spot but leave it up to your man to tell you when you hit it. Make sure you use lube to make it more comfortable for your man. Not all men will be into this so make sure you check or just explore that area carefully and watch for reactions before you dive in. Although remember that just because you've found his G spot don't head straight for it every time and neglect his other sensitive areas such as the nipples, ear lobes, and neck. Its well known that men aren't as ken on foreplay as women but a little torture can build a man's anticipation, so when you do get to the main zones he'll be all riled up!

5. Combine your two favourite things: chocolate and sex! Buy some chocolate sauce or paint and wipe a bit on your man's hand then cheekily lick it off. Strip and hand him the bottle and let him cover you in chocolate goo and have him lick it all off. You'll soon both be fully satisfied! Experiment with other foods like whipped cream, honey, or an ice-lolly.

6. Massage his ego. Men have insecurities about their body and performance just the same as women. Make sure you tell him how much he turns you on, and if he's doing something you really like make sure its known to him! Similarly if he's doing something your not enjoying don't shoot him down, just discreetly suggest another position or to return to something he did well earlier. If your feeling particularly brave you can give him an education and a peep show by pleasuring yourself in front of him. Not only will he love this private viewing but he will be able to learn what really turns you on.

7. Spice things up by exploring different places to make love. Challenge yourselves to have sex in each room of your house or in a different place each day for a fortnight. Tables, chairs and worktops can all be used in different ways or how about a steamy shower? If you're brave surprise him with a quickie in a lift or in the backseat of your car. You could also try alfresco whilst sleeping under the stars in a sleeping bag.

8. Sex games can be a fun way of experimenting. Take it in turns to throw a couple of dice with one set of numbers relating to a body part e.g. nipple, neck, genital etc, and the other set relating to an action e.g. lick, kiss, suck etc, and carry out the action on the body part according to the dice. Another fun night in would be to watch a movie or program that has a lot of sex in it like 'sex and the city' (if your man can stand it!) or a blue movie and then reenact the positions. You can also find loads of sex games in sex shops, which can be a real novelty. You can also find kinky costumes, which could bring out some weird and wonderful fantasies!

9. Try out some different or more adventurous positions. Certain positions will make your mans member more likely to hit your g-spot. Try doggy style but arch or dip your back like a cat, or you on top but lean backwards so your hair tickles his legs, or even in the '77' position so you're spooning with him entering you from behind which can be really intense. Try doing a different position each night for a fortnight, there are so many out there you will be spoilt for choice.

10. An old failsafe in the bedroom are sex toys. Invest in a good vibrator or cock ring and have fun experimenting with it together. If you find it hard to climax during regular sex get yourself a small bullet vibrator and slip it on your clitoris for an extra buzz. Your man can also have fun teasing you with it! Other things to have fun with are different types of condoms, which can have different textures and lubes to add different sensations. Ones with heat sensation lube can be particularly pleasurable, or if he has problem holding on to his orgasm there are ones with a numbing lube to help him last longer. The world is your oyster with different things coming out all the time, so experiment and have fun!

Sunday, May 23, 2010

e-Chess Express

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Challenge your mind to a game of chess!


  • It's you against the computer
  • Hint key for learning
  • 8 special training positions
  • Undo key takes back mistakes
  • Requires: (3) "AAA" batteries (included)






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Saturday, May 22, 2010

Butterfly Maze Puzzles

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This challenging and fun butterfly maze puzzle comes in assorted designs. Made of plastic. Size 5 L. U.S. Toy Exclusive!"








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Friday, May 21, 2010

Game Testing Job Hoax

I have always been a keen gamer. You can imagine my excitement when a buddy of mine told me that you can get paid to play video games. What I did not realize was that there are a bunch of online scams out there, waiting to prey on newcomers to video game testing. I wrote this article because I wanted to make sure everyone is aware of this game testing hoax.

My Story

About 2 years ago I was just your average die hard gamer. I would spend anywhere up to 40 hours a week playing video games. I was finding it hard to keep my part time job. So one day a buddy of mine tells me he knows this guy who is making like $80 per hour beta testing unreleased video games - it sounded more than ideal.

So I jumped online and started doing some searches for 'game testing' and 'video game tester job'. There were a bunch of these game testing guides that were promising instant job offers and pay in excess of $100 per hour. I could not resist, so I coughed up the cash and kicked back and waited for the offers to come in. Guess what? They never did. Well, only one lame offer for an online game that was paying like $10 per hour. I was out of cash, and as you can imagine pretty angry.

So I emailed these guys a few times requesting refunds. I never heard back from them. They did not have a money back guarantee. It was a total scam!

I was about to give up, but was still determined to find a game testing job. So I jumped on a few forums for video game testers. I met some pretty cool dudes, and they told me about this game testing guide which had landed them heaps of good paying jobs. So I gave it one last shot, and invested in the guide.

As I mentioned that was 2 years ago. Today I make a full time income from game testing. I totally owe it to the guide which has hooked me up with the majority of my video game testing jobs. It's a great lifestyle for gamers, and all you need is the right job offers to succeed.

Thursday, May 20, 2010

SpongeBob SquarePants Games

SpongeBob SquarePants' best friend is a pink starfish named Patrick, who stays beneathbelow a rock. Though he is not the smartest individual in the sea, Patrick stands beside hisfriend through thick and thin. The two appear to obtain into a lot of trouble mutually, but they always look like to fix the circumstances and enjoy their time mutually.

SpongeBob's next-door fellow citizen, Squidward, is also his co-worker at the Krusty Krab. With all of the disruptions that come with living next to SpongeBob, he infrequently gets the chance to make some much wanted improvements, although high-quality in his eyes, on his clarinet playing. Squidward has a poles apart scrutiny of life than his frivolous friend , which for all time appears to cause him danger.

The Krusty Krab is held by Mr. Krabs. He is a penny-pincher that try hard to make his business triumphant while saving himself a few dollars. His daughter, Pearl, is a teenage whale that continuously wants the mainly stylish gifts, which can cost Mr. Krabs more money than he is ready to present.

Another friend of SpongeBob is Sandy the squirrel. She exists in a arena and wears an astronaut-like helmet at the same time as she is in the water. Sandy and SpongeBob often work on their karate talent mutually, occasionally coming out of nowhere to use the constituent of surprise in their matches.

Plankton, an enemy of Mr.

Krabs is an almost microscopic personality that causes more problem than anyone. His only friend , Karen, is a computer that aides him in the fight to end the reign of the Krusty Krab. With his constant pins to take the Krusty Krab formula, Plankton generally finds himself among the most-wanted in Bikini Bottom.

The greater part of the SpongeBob SquarePants Games show is undersea; however, there are times that the sea-dwelling characters journey to the shores to board on even more adventures. Whether in the water or on land, SpongeBob SquarePants always appears to find pleasure with the help of his friends.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Xbox Game Tester - 3 Reasons to Become Xbox Game Tester

If you want to become a game tester, I suggest you to become game tester for Xbox. Xbox360 is owned by Microsoft and its financial is back-up by them. It is more profitable to test games for Xbox because specifically with the release of the Xbox360 has dominant the gaming industry worldwide. With Xbox gets most of the market shares there has been an ever increasing demand for Xbox360 game tester. Game Testing Ground provides valuable sources to become Xbox game tester. Here are 3 reasons why you should become an Xbox game tester.

First, as mentioned above Xbox is owned by Microsoft, they are extremely well funded so they have a significant amount to pay game testers to spot any bugs and errors for their games before the release date. Some Xbox game testers' income is reported as high as $150 per hour.

Second, Xbox360 games are complex due to their high engine system, programming complication and multi-layers of graphic. The main role of game tester is to test game, identify bugs and errors and issues in new games before its release to the public. For these reason, it is even more crucial for game companies to ensure their games to be free of bugs and errors issues before its release date. So they are willing to pay you to test their games to avoid any refund and loss in sales.

Lastly, Xbox360 games are easier to mass produce compared to other platforms. Because most games are owned by Xbox and Microsoft, some games will be ported to other platforms. So players who owned Xbox360 will have the chance to play it first. Xbox games have a tremendous of unreleased titles, game testers can earn a steady stream of income every month without looking for other job.

If you are considering becoming an Xbox game tester you will certainly have a lot of opportunities to earn more money by testing more games. You can search for game companies database from Game Testing Ground.

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Fun Dress Up Game

Looking for a fun dress up game to play? Well, the web provides tons of choices for free dress up game sites.

Most of the sites are free, but you have to be careful or you can end up on a pay to play site. So always read the terms carefully and don't sign up for something you don't want.

With all the free dress up sites out there, you have lots of them to choose from without having to pay to play.

Top 3 things that make a dress up game Fun to Play!

1.) No pop ups - Who likes those annoying popups? Most sites have them, but you can find clean sites that don't. Just cruz the web and you will be able to play dress up on some sites with out pop ups.

2.) Easy Instructions - I have tried a few dress up games that are impossible, even for an adult. Drag and drop dress up games are the easiest to play, and honestly, the most fun. So look for them in your web searches.

3.) Lots of Choices - Who likes to play a game with 3 outfits and a few accessories? Well not most of us, so choose a game with tons of choices for your makeover. There are lots out there.

When you find your favorite dress up game site, be sure to bookmark it or add it to your favorites. This way you can share it with your friends, and find the site again with no trouble at all.

So next time you are looking for a fun dress up game, I hope these tips help.

Monday, May 17, 2010

Handheld Water Games

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Create fun in your party favor bag with this handheld water game. Comes empty, you fill with water. Press the button and score points. Made of plastic. Size 2-1/2 T. U.S. Toy Exclusive!"








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Sunday, May 16, 2010

How Are Video Games Made - The Process From Start to Finish

It's time to answer that oh-so important question that's been burning in the back of your mind: "how are video games made?" Here is a very basic run down of how video games are made.

1. Core Team

A group of people whom come up with the general concept of the game. Numerous meetings will occur in which the group brainstorms about the game; figuring out not only how it will look, but also how it will work. The core team is in charge of the production schedule as well, which describes the tasks each person is assigned and when they most do them.

2. Game Breakdown

Every detail, task, job, and deadline about the video game is broken down into components and then added to a bulletin board. This board acts as the nerve center throughout the games production.

3. Artistic Concept

Artists sketch out the games characters & backgrounds with a very basic level of detail. These sketches are what the graphics artists use to create the characters and backgrounds in 3D on the computer.

4. Development Team

This team uses the latest in computer animation technology to bring life to all of the game's elements; adding colors, textures, shading, and even movement. This team uses the 3d characters and backgrounds created by the graphics team.

5. Programming & Engineering

This is the bread & butter of the game development stage; because without this part, there would be no game. Suffice it to say, the programmers & engineers make the game work. Their coding is what holds the game together and allows the player to actually play the game.

6. Testing

This is the final and most crucial part of the development process. This phase is to see if everything is working properly and as it should be. Testers will check for bugs and glitches and try to find potential problems.

The game testers won't merely be playing the game and seeing if problems will find them -- it's the other way around, as THEY will be the ones searching for the problems. The testers will do everything and anything possible in the game to ensure there is no abnormal situations or circumstances; walking through walls, disappearing, enemy AI problems, cinematic errors, you name it. If the testers miss ANYTHING, it could mean disastrous consequences -- in the form of profit loss -- for the company releasing the game.

Saturday, May 15, 2010

Video Game Tester - Work at Home As a Game Tester

Being able to support yourself and even your family thanks to your game testing job is every man's dream. Tempting offers claiming you can make $200/hour just from playing on your computer whenever it suits you appear everyday. Whatever it takes to make you buy their product, right?

Unfortunately, a game tester's job is not as it is described by scam companies. First of all, no one makes $200 an hour from testing games. Period.

A beginner video game tester usually makes around $10-$15 an hour, but the salary increases with the experience. An advanced game tester can make up to $70-$80 an hour, depending on the company he works for, but perseverance and commitment are required in order to get there. After all, it is a real job!

Another thing you should know when it comes to game testing is that it can sometimes become really challenging. You may be required to go through an entire game in just one or two weeks and test every map, weapon and character available. Fortunately, if you are passionate about gaming, you should have no problem completing a task like this one.

An important aspect of this work field is that not everyone is accepted (or at least not by the big companies). Important game publishers are always looking for experienced people to test video games working from home. That is why starting is always a little harder. Most probably, you will first have to work a small company, where salaries don't usually go above the $30/hour mark. After gaining some initial experience and good feedback, your road to success is clear!

All in all, if you want to work at home, set up your own schedule and you are also passionate about computer games, a video game tester job might be what you are looking for!

Friday, May 14, 2010

Sports Pinball Games

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Score big with this toy pinball game. Each pinball game is decorated with a different sport. Great for party favor bags. Made of plastic. Size 1 1/4 L. U.S. Toy Exclusive!"








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Thursday, May 13, 2010

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Mahjong Sets

Mahjong is a game that has ancient origins and has become popular around the world, evolving different rules and playing styles in different countries. There are many different versions of the game from the traditional Japanese and Chinese version to slightly different games played by Europeans and Americans. Each style of playing uses a different style of tile set although all are very similar and have characteristics of the original game.

The first Mahjong sets were made of ivory although modern sets are seldom manufactured using this material as it has become illegal in most places. Although ivory sets are not produced anymore. Most modern sets are still made to resemble ivory with pieces that are white or off white in color. The original Mahjong sets were works of art that featured tile designs that were unique to a family or lineage and are the inspiration for the artistic sets produced today.

Today Mahjong sets are made of many materials. The most traditional materials still used are animal bone which can be processed and finished to be very elegant and beautiful. Contemporary sets are more often made of plastic although fancy sets can be made of other materials such as resin. Most modern sets still try to resemble the original designs although some specialty sets diverge and give the game a more contemporary feel.

No matter what material a Mahjong set is made of, it still has characteristics from the original sets made centuries ago. All Mahjong sets feature pictures that are arranged similarly to card suits although the picture design can vary. Today Mahjong sets are still made that also have customized designed symbols on the back of the tiles for a specific person or family just like the original sets. Most tiles also share similar dimensions, usually 1 and ½ inches long and 1 inch wide. Most sets also include small tracks or stand to arrange tiles on so players can better see them yet shield them from the view of opponents.

Most Mahjong sets also include a box of some sort to store the tiles in. The boxes can vary in design as widely as the tiles them selves and can be made form the same material as the tiles or a different material such as wood, metal or even plastic. Some boxes are very ornate, decorated like the tiles and intended to be displayed while others are plain and made only to be functional. Some boxes are also lined with velvet or other soft material to protect the tiles; this is especially common for sets made of expensive quality materials to prevent damage.

The rules of the game can also differ depending on where you live and who you play with. Some people play with traditional rules that closely resemble the rules used when the game first originated, but there are many other variations that are also popular. If you are interested in Mahjong, you are sure to be able to find a set that reflects your style and taste and makes the game an enjoyable experience.

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Rockin' B-Ball

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Rockin' B-Ball w/ Flashing LED Lights Hand Held Basketball Game by Geospace Play Against the Clock! It's no easy challenge, but the results are SWEET!! The object is to maneuver the 4.5 diameter, transparent orb with your hands so that the rubber basketball inside rolls up and (eventually for beginners, sooner for advanced players) flips into the basket hoop. Then take a bow, basking in the glow of flashing blue and red LED lights and the cheers and clapping of a cyber-audience. Great fun for all ages, it takes a while to master but the rewards make it worthwhile. Replaceable watch batteries are easy to change. Batteries Included. 3x AG13 1.5v To preserve battery life always turn off toy after use. Ages 5 and up.


  • ages 5+
  • hand held skill game
  • LED lights (replaceable watch batteries are easy to change)
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Monday, May 10, 2010

Want to Learn How to Play Chess?

An overwhelming majority of chess players read chess books or play on the internet. And many of these chess players do it for the sake of leisure, boredom or a bit of both.

So what is it that makes certain people want to learn how to play chess? Maybe it's just a curiosity or just another hobby they want to add to their "hobby collection". Also too, they might've gotten bored of checkers and decided to play something a little more challenging.

Well, chess is played on a chessboard, if didn't know, and with chess pieces on them. Did you know that both the board and the pieces are collectively known as chess sets? What a revelation!

But to give you more useful information, there are 2 sides: black and white. You control 16 pieces of ONE colour only and of which there are 6 different types of pieces. In order of increasing strength/power/usefulness, they are: pawn, king, knight, bishop, rook and queen.

Each piece has their own set of moves. For example the pawn is the only piece that can't move backwards, so therefore, it can only move forward. The knight is the only piece that moves in an L-shape (as you may or may not know), and so on.

And as you may have already guessed, each piece is designated a particular value, for example, a pawn is worth 1 point, the knight is worth 3 points and so on.

So you might be thinking that earning the most points in the game wins you a game of chess? The answer is... it depends. Chess is so complex that the people who invented it forgot to consider a more straightforward scoring system. Funny that! But, in all honesty, chess is not about trying to capture as many enemy pieces as possible - it's about defeating the enemy king (which by the way is priceless, in terms of value).

And because of that, you'd want to defend your king early on in the beginning phase of the game (which is better known as the opening), since it can be the subject of an attack. And if your king succumbs to opponent's dashing attack in the opening, then this is more famously known as checkmate (or losing to a crushing attack).

There are many ways to checkmate the enemy king - and there are even more ways to check a king! - but if chess was all about checkmate, then why would any chess player care about any strategic concepts or tactical combinations.

So chess is more than just checkmate, it's about learning to play the right moves, learning from your mistakes and of course, playing good (with an emphasis on the word good) chess.

Sunday, May 9, 2010

Inventing an Original Board Game

While there are many different board games out there for people to enjoy, sometimes you can get a little bored with what is available, especially if you are a board game enthusiast. This can be a little off-putting, for board games are one of the best ways to pass the time, as they generally require both brainpower and allow for social interaction. There are ways around this problem, however. You could either take an existing board game and change the rules in some small way which could completely influence the way that the game plays out. Or, perhaps if you are a creatively-inclined person, you could actually be inspired to make a board game of your own design.

It really shouldn't take much for you to create your own board game. Generally, all you need is a simple idea that can be executed within the realm of a board game. It has to be unique enough to differ from existing board games, to make it worth the effort of creating the game, but it probably should not be too complex for the harder the idea is to execute, the more likely the game is to fail. The first thing you will need to do, when deciding how to construct your board game, is to determine whether the idea is actually feasible.

After you have determined whether making this board game will be worth the effort, you must determine how many players the game is suited for. It is important to remember that most games need to be adaptable for a number of different players, as the sizes of the groups playing them can vary from time to time. Once this is decided, you need to figure out the actual design of the board. While you are able to design your board in any way that you desire, it can be important to remember that the more simple everything is, the more accessible it will be to everyone playing. A cluttered board can lead to mass confusion, it may simply be easier to have a clean design for everyone to experience.

One of the most important factors in designing a board game is to figure out how each player will make their moves. Will there be random movement, such as dice or a deck of cards? If either of these are true, special allocations must be made for them. Spare dice can be picked up at most gaming stores. Decks of cards may be a bit trickier to make, as they will probably need to be hand-drawn. Laminating them after would be wise, as it would help protect them from getting damaged and leaving different marks on the cards which, in turn, could help players identify which cards stand for what.

Tokens are of vast importance when designing a game. How will the players be able to tell which pieces they are and where they are on the board? Tokens needs to be differentiated between each other with ease, usually with different colors, shapes, or sometimes sizes. Whatever the method used, they are all important parts of making your own designer board game. With these few basic steps, you can be sure to have all the very basic pieces together to putting your game in to order. All you need now is concise rules, a little determination, and your very own board game should soon be playable!

Saturday, May 8, 2010

Pirate Paddle Balls

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Create lots of excitement at your party with this pirate paddleball. Each paddleball comes with an assorted pirate themed image. Size 9 T. x 4 1/4" T. U.S. Toy Exclusive!"


  • U.S. Toy Brand
  • 1 per package






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Friday, May 7, 2010

Bunco Night Hand-Held Electronic Game

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Bunco Night is a popular, single player twist to the classic Bunco dice game. You choose: Bunco Night or Classic Bunco with auto rolling, customized betting, and bonus games.


  • Single player and Bunco party in one
  • Fun twist on traditional Bunco: big winnings, high scoring, exciting bonus rounds
  • Multi-player: fast paced play - dice roller, bell to end each round, auto scoring
  • Game approx 6" X 3" X 1" thick
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries/ A 2004 Radica production






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Thursday, May 6, 2010

Ways on How to Download Tycoon Games

Different online games now come with superb effects especially when you choose to download tycoon games. Online gamers can get a chance to create their own concept of events and interact with the virtual world.

When you download tycoon games you will definitely enjoy different graphics and visuals that seemed real. These games have realistic and authentic designs like different environment settings, weather conditions and land geography. All of these are some of the perks that you can get when you choose to play tycoon games.

A perfect example of a tycoon game is the Roller Coaster tycoon. This amusement has 3 parks, 3 roller coasters and a whole lot more that you can choose to modify. However, there are some people who would opt to buy these games on sales or game stores.

If you wish to do so, the prices are $25-$30 or it can also be less than this value. Upon installing it, you can convert everything and make your own settings. It can be a zoo, amusement park, or a combination of both. This will all depend on how creative you are and how you would want the whole game to look like. All of these are limitless and are beyond your control.

There will also be available links when you fail to have your newly purchase tycoon game match with Vista. These links will open a blank web page and a download tycoon games window. From there, you would have to click the open button and extract it to the original folder. When you're done, click on the new or create shortcut to desk top. When you create new shortcut make certain to delete the old one to have a smooth download.

When all of these things are done in an appropriate manner, this will be the time for you to close all the programs and click on restart. There will be times when you will encounter adversities when you download tycoon games; however the best this to do is to install it again or visit other online forums that will give you insights and other related topics regarding tycoon games download.

Tycoon games are good online games for the whole family that will not only strengthen your ties as family but will also enhance your skills in managing your finances as well as your problem solving abilities.

All of these can be learned when you visit my site. Get to know of other tips to download tycoon games the simple way.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Brain Bash Handheld Travel Game

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  • Brain Bash Travel Game
  • Ages 8 and up
  • Follow the talking commands!
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Tuesday, May 4, 2010

How to Create Novelty Candles

Candles play a big part in almost all holiday celebrations and special occasions. All the major religions have rituals which involve brightly lit candles. Candle making is as popular today as it ever was, even more so since candle making supplies and techniques have seen a boom in the last few years.

Today candles are no longer a necessity, yet most people are naturally drawn to candlelight for the romantic glow and the strong links to the past. It will be a rare household that doesn't have at least a packet of plain candles tucked away in a cupboard. Is it any wonder that so many people want to learn how to create novelty candles either as a hobby, or yes, even as a business.

Many hobbyists make candles only for their own use, or as gifts to give away to family and friends. When it is personalized, a gift made by candle making wax for example, will become a very personal gift with special significance. Any memorable occasion can be celebrated in this way.

Candle making is a very rewarding skill and the craft is easy to learn. Most local craft stores supply the tools, like wax, wicks, and the molds you will need to make your candles unique and varied. Soon you will create beautiful candles you will be proud to show off to relatives and friends.

Children seem to show a particularly intense fascination for candles and when the youngsters mature enough, many parents grab the chance to share their hobby with them. They can then teach their children the joy and satisfaction that comes with creating something beautiful with your own hands. It is a perfect way to create memories of shared experience with your children.

Many people have been able to start a successful home business, either by selling their range of candles direct to the local stores or, by getting a website and selling them from there. There are people who do both. They sell to the community and offer a website address for referrals. Either way, it can become an additional income for the hobbyist, and a lucrative income extra for the family.

Given the popularity of candle making, hobby and craft suppliers have broadened their wares to include colors, decorations, and fragrances which will give your home made candles that professional look we all strive for. Other hobbyists will also introduce you to new, interesting options you can try.

The first step to making your candles is to prepare the wax. To do that, you first have to prepare your candle making wax. The way to do that is in a double boiler. If you do not have a double boiler here is how you can create one. You will need two different sized pots. One pot must fit into the other. Fill the larger pot with water, then spray the smaller pot with non-stick cooking spray and place the solid wax inside. Then place the smaller pot inside the larger pot. The water in the larger pot will prevent the wax from burning.

When the wax has melted, you hold the wick in place in the middle of the mold and pour in the wax. Let it cool for four to six hours before you attempt to remove it from the mold. If you find it difficult to remove the candle from the mold, you can place the entire mold into the freezer for half an hour. It will then be easier for you to free the finished candle.

Only your imagination will limit the types of candles you can make at home. You will learn how to make scented candles using a great variety of fragrances. You can also use colors and decorations with an unlimited choice of options. As you experiment you will learn and soon you will have the confidence that comes with experience.

Some creative enthusiasts even make their own candle making molds by using liquid latex. This enables them to create some truly artistic candles. The only problem with latex molds is that they are generally too flexible to stand on end so that you can pour the wax into the bottom of them.

To overcome that, you cut a hole in a piece of sturdy cardboard. The hole will need to be big enough to allow the mold to slip through, but only as far as to the lip. All latex molds need to have a lip at the bottom for this purpose. The wax is then poured into the bottom of the mold where the cardboard will support it.

There have been several clever entrepreneurs, who have discovered that candles can be a very lucrative business. They have used their new skill to turn a hobby into a money making venture. They buy their supplies in bulk at discount prices. They take extra care to package their product in the most appealing way, knowing full well that 'packaging sells'. These are creative people driven to success by using their skill and imagination. There will always be people who will want to learn how to create novelty candles. What a great way to add interest and excitement to your life.

Monday, May 3, 2010

Understanding the Game of Shuffleboard

The game of shuffleboard used to be played on the floor where players would push their puck with a broom or a stick to score points. Now, the most popular version is table shuffleboard and there are many tournaments in sports bars and family fun centers. Many players want a shuffleboard table for their home because of the popularity and it is something that many players absolutely love. High quality wood tables can be an investment, but they are a must have for those that love the game.

When playing table shuffleboard with two players, the game starts with both players standing at one end of the table and a coin toss determines who will shoot first and what color of weights they will get. Shooting last offers an advantage. Player one slides their weight towards the far end of the board or the scoring end. The second player slides their weight, trying to knock off the first player's weight or to go a further distance. This continues through to the eight weights are alternately shuffled and the winner of the round is the one that lies the furthest down the board.

Players start the next round by switching to the other end of the table and continue playing rounds until one player has scored 15 or 21 wins. The score is tallied for the winner by adding the values of all leading weights that lay ahead of the opponents leading weight. The only person that gets a score is the winner. Any weights that are cut off or lie behind the other side's weights aren't scored. If none of the opponent's weights are remaining on the board, then all of the winner's weights are scored.

The value of the weights is scored based on the zones where they end up. The three primary zones are Trey, Deuce and One, with Four points given for any weights that are overhanging on the scoring end. Any weights that have passed the first foul line but touch the Deuce line are still in the one point zone. The next zone for two points are those that cross the Deuce line but don't go over the Trey line. Those weights that are passed the Trey line and between the end of the board but don't overhang the far edge get Three points. The Four point bonus is given for the weights that extend over the far edge of the board.

If there are not any weights left on the board at the end of the round, then nobody wins or gets any points, but the next round starts by alternating the last shot privilege. To be scored, all weights must make it over the foul line closest to the shooters. To determine whether it is on the foul line or not, the legal determination is made by looking down directly over the top of the weight from the scoring end of the board. If a weight bounces back into the foul zone, it is considered illegal, even though it originally passed the line.

The fine wood tables that are like miniature bowling alleys used in bars and restaurants are the high quality tables that can cost $10,000. If you love table shuffleboard, you might be disappointed, if you don't make the same investment for your home table.

Sunday, May 2, 2010

World of Warcraft - Secrets to Make You a Rich Player

World Of Warcraft as a multiplayer online role-laying game (MMORPG) has taken the entire globe by storm and is also exerting a great influence on people irrespective of ages and social echelons. Now what is the greatest reason of this overwhelming attraction of World Of Warcraft? Well there are many but the most prominent of them is to earn the World of Warcraft gold. But this is absolutely not a simple task and nowadays there are lots of guidelines to earn World of Warcraft gold. But, if you are conversant, you will find that the majority of them are futile.

What is most striking is that all of these ineffective processes pledge to make you a millionaire in the world of Azeroth. It may be that being influenced you also apply them. Nevertheless shortly you will become aware of their hollowness and may be dejected. But there is nothing to lose hope. There are also effective guidelines that will enable you to learn ways of earning World of Warcraft gold and thus you will be a rich player. Never forget that these are the most authenticate strategies by which you can be a rich player at every time you play. You shall have to start from an impoverished stage. It is also necessary for you to grind and level up in unison. Try to avoid spending on anything except the necessary training.

On the other hand remember that your instant objective is to earn 50 silvers. Now once you get hold of this you have to go to the Ironforge and rummage around for Outfitter Eric. All you have to do is to call for the guards to know of the whereabouts of the tailor and you will be able to locate Outfitter Eric in the surrounding area. There is also the need to purchase the pattern for Tuxedo Jacket as they are well-liked novelty items in the game. For this reason each tailor wants to know how to make one like this.

However there is a problem. It is true that not a great majority of the tailors is aware of the mode of the pattern. It has been learnt that according to their considerations it is nothing but a rare drop. But you should not be influenced by these advisements. You must be a rich player and as a result purchase the pattern for 50s and sell it for 2 to 3g. This will enable you to amass a huge profit and that may be in the realm of 400% to 600%. This is really great and should be repeated at each time.

But this is not all. There are also other apt methods. You can train to be an enchanter. By means of downloading the Enchantrix supplement from warcraftwarzone.com you can utilize the auctioneer to appraise the AH for green items that are being soled at abnormally low prices. Try to get an estimation of the entire process through Enchantrix. The difference between materials' costs and items is often equivalent to weight in gold and that makes one a rich player.

Saturday, May 1, 2010

Learning Business and Real Estate From Board Games

There are many board games that teach you something; many games are designed to teach math skills, strategy, and spelling. Some give you the facts by having you answer a ton of trivia questions. Then there are those who teach players the concepts of buying real estate, running a business, renting their properties and banking. One such game is one of the most successful of its kind, Monopoly is known for teaching more than 750 million people how to manage their money and become more successful.

Other real estate genre games include the game called Rochester on Board; it is a game of real estate trading that teaches its player a concept of property trading. The board it self looks a lot like the Monopoly board and is played in almost the same way you would play that game.

For a major twist on your classic business and real estate board game players are also invited to check out the Anti Monopoly game, the twist is that players will get to choose from free enterprise or working towards getting a monopoly of their properties. In addition, it gives you real life legal problems that you must overcome before you can become the winner of this game. In this process you will be able to decide whether or not your competitor is charging fair market values or is he a monopolist and wants to have all of the properties and charge huge fees.

When you are playing real estate games, you will learn about developing the property in the game, by adding houses and hotels, you will also learn that you can charge rents and get direction from the bank like paying taxes. You learn buying strategies throughout these games, you learn when is the right time to buy a lot of property or when you should buy one monopoly and develop the property.

Another thing you learn about this type of game is how to develop alliances with the other players, they may hold some property, you may need then you will also learn about negotiating with the seller to sell you his or her property. In many of the variations of these games, you learn other concepts such as real estate trading and investments, where you learn the same negotiating skills and are played by those who enjoy being Wall Street tycoons. It give children the ability to learn something about what is happening in the world of real estate, also giving them counting skills, and memorization, that they will need in order to succeed in the world today.

Lastly real estate games are great family games that can be played by everyone in your household. These games also have a children friendly component that families find age appropriate for children who do have counting skills can learn to buy property, learn to be the banker, trade real estate and enjoy a fun time beating their parents at this game. When playing real estate board games make sure that children know all of the rules before they start playing the game.