Gaming Gadgets

Most of us would have great memories of the SNES during its heydays, with Super Mario World being one of the flagship titles that had us ranting and raving about the gameplay and graphics, while other titles that showcased the SNES’ Mode 7 capability clearly demonstrated the console’s superiority over its bitter rival, the Sega Genesis. Well, modder Marshall has done a magical job with his self-dubbed Supertendo that looked almost professional, boasting a lovely white exterior that is well crafted, holding a SNES cartridge behind with a lovely LCD display and controls all in front. You won’t find this available for sale anywhere though since this is a one-off creation, although we’re sure folks would flock to buy one if it was ever produced.

Source: Technabob

Remember Art Lebedev’s OLED keyboard that worked, albeit costing much more than what most of us are willing to pay for a fancy peripheral? Well, here’s something similar albeit going for much less with a less impressive feature set, where only the numeric keys will feature OLED capability, while the rest of the keys are pretty much your run-of-the-mill stuff. Known as the OCZ Sabre, it comes with a layered shortcut system and blue LED sidelighting to make up for its shortcomings. While we do know that the Sabre is more than ready to ship, there is no word on a price tag just yet.

Source: Slippery Brick

I couldn’t really tell you why someone decided to create a controller shaped like a dog bone.  You would hope that they can tell how ridiculous it looks, but it wouldn’t surprise me if they didn’t.  At least one thing’s for sure, it’ll stand out in your mind.  Even if it only stands out due to a rather unfortunate shape.  Despite being quite ugly, this controller does have some serious perks to it that might have people willing to overlook its appearance.

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With Transformers 2 finally released here in the US, you might want a little something to show your love of the movie.  Well this DS kit comes in true Transformers style, but it tragically won’t actually make your DS into a cool little robot.  However, maybe a little mad science mixed in and surely you can make it do at least a couple of tricks.  Alright, probably not, but at least you get a cool DS case out of the deal.

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Usually gaming accessories are more worried about being the best design in order to get it so that you can play the game as best you can.  However, this controller from SmartFish has a different goal in mind, while still trying to keep the controller as normal as possible.  It is more worried about ergonomics and the health of your hands and wrists.  Which is good, since some gamers spend a great deal of time on their console and would be mortified if they had to give up their beloved games over something like carpal tunnel.

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Logitech has released their Wireless Guitar Controller for the Xbox 360 that is one of the more authentic Guitar Hero controllers to date. After all, this was specially licensed for Guitar Hero use and is made from authentic materials such as a wood neck, a rosewood fingerboard and metal frets, offering gamers a chance to unleash their inner rock star in the living room with aplomb. Since it was also licensed for Xbox 360, setup is a cinch.

The virtually silent Strum Bar and fret buttons won’t distract you from the music. Plus, with a wireless range of up to 30 feet, you’re free to go where the music moves you. The Logitech Wireless Guitar Controller for Xbox 360 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in August for a suggested retail price of $199.99.

Sounds pretty steep for a video game controller, don’t you think?

Press Release

I’ve noticed a lot of accessories for WiiSports, and most of them are golf clubs and tennis rackets. This is the first time I have seen one for Wii Bowling, and I’m not certain that it will not be the last.

This particular accessory was on display at this year’s E3, and was designed by CTA Digital. It is apparently fashioned after an “authentic bowling ball”, and the user has to open it up and put in the Wii remote and close this ball.

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Someone must be in the mood for Atari 2600 nostalgia because I found not one, but two, products that hearken back to the age of extremely low resolution video gaming.

The first is an iPod dock that looks like the base station for the 2600. It has the on/off switch, but it doesn’t have any of the switches in the other areas. Looks like the iPod goes where the cartridge used to go. No real complex tech going on here.

The same applies for the 2600 cartridge wallet. If you look close, you can see the crease in cartridge, and you can open it up for a place to stash your cash and business cards. Why they chose to use E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial game, I have no idea.

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