Review: Transformers Revenge of the Fallen The Game - Xbox 360

Transformers Revenge of the Fallen The Game

Platform - Xbox 360 (also available on DS, PS2, PS3, PSP and Wii)

Publisher - Activision

Rated - T

Release Date -
June 23, 2009





Vengeance Has Arrived!

Take control as either the Autobots or Decepticons in a battle for supremacy across the globe in Transformers Revenge of the Fallen The Game. Drive, fly, fight and blast your way through intense levels as you decided which faction will gain control.


Transformers Revenge of the Fallen offers more control than ever before while also offering the biggest selection of Transformers in a Transformers game to date. Jump straight into the action as you instantly switch from robot, vehicle and weapon modes. With an extremely diverse range of robots in disguise, each robot with their own distinct personalities, abilities and weaponry, players will fight for the preservation or annihilation of all mankind.


Players can take on the role of their favorite AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS such as Optimus Prime, Starscream, Bumblebee and Ironhide, along with new characters making their first appearance in a game. With two distinct campaigns that allow players to save or destroy the human race, players can unlock and play missions in any order and with different characters for a whole new experience offering increased replay value.


Multiplayer plays a huge part of this next-gen title, and was a huge priority to Luxoflux. For the first time ever in the TRANSFORMERS universe, players can engage in full, multiplayer action, taking the epic war between the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS online to play with friends in a multitude of competitive game modes as they utilize their characters’ unique weapons and abilities to lead their teams to victory. Luxoflux is a new developer to the series, and they paid loving attention to the detail making sure the online experience would be "more than meets the eye".


Taking everything that made the last Transformers game good and making it better gives us the best Transformers Video Game to date. With fluid transformation animations, tight controls, a wide variety of Transformers, several missions, and two separate campaigns, fans of the movies, the toys, or the cartoon series will find a lot here to enjoy. Add to that the intense Online Multiplayer options and you have a truly awesome Transformers experience.


Transformers Revenge of the Fallen The Game is rated T for Teen due to Mild Language and Violence. Lots of big robots fighting, explosions, and destruction are involved throughout the game. The only fear here is the online play. If the kids are going to play online, make sure they are monitored and try to only let them play with people either you know or they know. If the violence is an issue for parents, stick close to the T rating and you should be safe.

Determine the ultimate fate of the world in Transformers Revenge of the Fallen The Game.

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Review: Gabbygale Polka Dots Lunch Bag

GABBYGALE is the place to buy quality handbags and travel accessories with affordable prices.

Gabbygale Bags & Luggage is the online shop for a collection of popular boutiques located in the Los Angeles. Their company has been servicing their customers for over 15 years, and is well known for its high quality products, competitive pricing and friendly service. They strive to carry their tradition of excellence in service to their online shop by promoting personal service with every order.



The Gabbygale Polka Dots Lunch Bag brings "stylish" back on the traditional lunch tote. It is the perfect tote to bring to work or school, and is a surefire way to garnish compliments. The insulated interior carries any meal or snack and is water and stain resistant and can be easily wiped clean. I received this tote in Turquoise, but it is also available in Fuchsia or Brown.

Other Styles Available: Butterfly ($13.99), Blue Love ($13.99) or Heart Jacquard ($17.99).

Review: Mutsy Grow-Up! Booster

The Mutsy Grow-Up! Booster ($59.99) is the perfect booster for a growing baby or toddler. This flexible seat reducer with base allows your baby to sit comfortably on the average grown-up chair. A clever harness makes sure your child can be fastened safely. I love these seats are comfortable. They are also easy to clean. I received the Mutsy Grow-Up! Booster in Apple, and I also adore the sleek and modern appearance!

It is suitable for children up to 4 years of age. You can easily match these booster seats with today's modern colors. This bright and modern looking seat is available in the following fun and vibrant colors: Apple, Aqua, Blueberry, Mandarin, Nut or Raspberry.

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Review: Retro Chic by Joshua

Retro-Chic International is a company of cutting edge, yet sophisticated hair artists who are inspired by fashion and design. We are dedicated to becoming the next icon in the professional beauty industry.

Retro-Chic™ is about Hair Artists with an attitude and state of mind, what they want we can provide with Retro-Chic by JoshuaTM hair care products, instant gratification! Today's young sophisticates are seeking a lifestyle with attitude. Our trendsetting team combines modern chic and glamour punk to create hot and sexy styles.

Retro-Chic International looked toward the fashion industry to create eye catching, contemporary packaging that stands off the shelf! With Retro-Chic by Joshua's™ unique hair care formulas, in their ultra-chic packaging, the Retro-Chic International Team has created trend in a bottle.

Retro-Chic International, the latest revolution in style, invites you to join us in the new Retro-Chic™ craze.

Fixation Styling Goo

I was pleasantly surprised (and impressed) that this styling creme is lightweight. It is perfect for my wavy hair. Unlike most styling creme products, this one doesn't make my hair feel icky or crunchy. It is ideal for all hair types, and is the most diverse styling product. You can use this goo to spike, slick, add shine, separate or twist.

Retro-Bonding Remedy

This weekly conditioning balm is very rich and creamy! It makes my hair look and feel healthy, shiny, soft and youthful. I couldn't imagine going a week without this must have!

Glazz

I've tried just about every serum available, but this product is my all time favorite! I apply a small amount of the Glazz on my hair after I've styled it with a flat iron. It gives my hair the right amount of shine. Best of all, it doesn't weigh down my hair or make it look greasy. This product is a must have if you have dry or frizzy hair.

Shampooing Potion
Conditioning Potion

Their shampoo and conditioner is ideal for all hair types. If you're looking for maximum color protection, you should get these products! I love that the shampoo doesn't dry out my hair like most shampoos have in the past. The conditioner is perfect for my hair. It conditions my hair and gives it a luxurious shine.

Shakeable

I've said this in the past, but I'm not a big fan of hair spray at all. So I was eager to give this to one of my sisters who happen to be out of hair spray. She really likes it, because it doesn't break hair off like most she used in the past. It is very lightweight and will give your hair a natural hold.

Superstruct Gel

I'm not much of a hair gel fan either, but I like that this gel doesn't break my hair off. This is the problem I've had with other gels in the past, and I'm quite impressed that this one delivers good results. This hair gel is the key foundation in creating any chic hairstyle.


Retro-Bonding Shampooing Potion
Retro-Bonding Conditioning Potion

This shampoo and conditioner is most ideal for distressed hair, which describes my hair perfectly. Both products delivers the same results as the Shampooing Potion
Conditioning Potion. However, I prefer these particular products since I really LOVE the smell of both products.

Band Hero

Starting today, fans can login or register at http://www.bandhero.com and submit their entry to name a brand new in-game character featured in Band Hero, this year’s must-have gift for the holiday season. The winner will receive a copy of Band Hero on their platform of choice, bundled with a microphone, and drum and guitar instrument controllers, as well as other great prizes.



Brought to you by the makers of Guitar Hero®, one of the best-selling video game franchises of all time, Band Hero features a new genre of music focused on today’s hottest hits and classic anthems that everyone will know and love. Headlined by some of the biggest names in pop music as in-game artists and playable characters, Band Hero is the ultimate party game where players of all ages will be able to experience the signature, easy-to-learn but difficult to master Guitar Hero® gameplay.

Elevated social gameplay in Band Hero allows fans to create the band they always dreamed of, using any combination of guitar or drum controllers and vocals, providing rockers and performers of all ages the chance to experience and interact with their favorite music.

Entries for the contest will be received through July 14, 2009. Registration is now open.

For the complete list of contest details and rules, please visit http://www.bandhero.com.

DJ Hero

DJ ready? Dance floor ready? Everybody ready? Let’s go! Musical legend Grandmaster Flash, the first DJ to make the turntable an instrument, is coming to DJ Hero, joining the epic list of DJs who will appear as in-game characters and who have created mixes exclusively for the award-winning game. Along with contributing two never-before-released mixes, Grandmaster Flash lends his unique, recognizable voice and DJ know-how to the game’s tutorial level, schooling players on the game mechanics and the turntable controller. To top it off, FreeStyle Games created an exclusive mix using two of Grandmaster Flash’s original creations – “Boom” and “Tap.”



Check out and get ready to play as one of the founding fathers of hip-hop and experience his amazing turntable talents in Grandmaster Flash’s Herbie Hancock "Rockit" vs. N.E.R.D. "Lapdance" and Grandmaster Flash "Here Comes My DJ" vs. Gary Numan "Cars" mixes.

For more information about DJ Hero, please visit djhero.com. For more information on Grandmaster Flash, please visit grandmasterflash.com.

Carefree Ultra Protection Blog Tour

It doesn't matter if you're an expectant parent, a busy mom or just a woman on the go - sometimes, we all have our reasons for needing a little extra sense of protection.

To help us get through our busiest days without being caught off guard, the makers of Carefree give us a solution with new Ultra Protection liners, which absorb ten times more than Carefree Original Liners. The new liners offer the protection of a pad with the comfort and thinness of a liner, perfect for Moms as we chase the kids around, head out for summer activities, and run errands. Visit here for additional information.



In conjunction with the new product launch, the makers of Carefree have also created an exciting campaign called the Carefree Fresh Start Fund that strives to help women make a fresh start in their lives, whether starting a new relationship, changing jobs or even losing a few pounds. Women can log on to CarefreeFreshStart.com to find out how to enter.CarefreeFreshStart.com to apply for funding to reach their personal fresh start goals. The top three finalists with the best plans for a fresh start will receive $10,000, $5,000 and $3,000 respectively. The winners will also receive a personal consultation from Ariane de Bonvoisin, change expert and founder of First30Days.com, as well as a three-day/two-night trip to New York City, where they will be honored at the Carefree Fresh Start celebration event, hosted in partnership with Step Up Women's Network. Seven additional finalists will receive $1,000 to help begin making their fresh start. The deadline for submissions is July 10, 2009. Visit www.CarefreeFreshStart.com to find out how to enter.

Review: Laura's Brownies

Laura’s Brownies are baked by Laura herself using her secret recipe. Laura’s Brownies can be delivered anywhere. The brownies are packaged in gift boxes and tins for all occasions — from a single brownie to a four pound box of joy. Laura’s Brownies brownies are wickedly delicious, and we devoured them within hours! I'm usually not a fan of caramel, but the caramel is what really made the brownies delicious. I can see why Rachael Ray describes these brownies as the snack of the day. Win brownie points with friends and family by gifting them with these must have treats!

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 VIP Community

Activision, Inc. is calling on gamers to join the VIP community for Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the #1 best-selling Super-Hero action-RPG. Starting today, players can log on to http://www.marvelultimatealliance.com and become VIP members earning exclusive and early access to insider content such as classified game information and character reveals, Ask-a-Developer sessions, VIP-only screenshots and videos, and community prizes.

Also just launched on http://www.marvelultimatealliance.com is a casual online web game that puts players in the heart of the Marvel Civil War. Fans get to choose their side among Pro-Registration and Anti-Registration forces and face off in real-time battles to help their side emerge victorious. Fans can join the Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 Civil War online game and be eligible for weekly giveaways and prizes, including Xbox 360 Elite consoles, signed memorabilia from Stan Lee, a grand prize of a 42” 1080p flat screen TV and more.

The company also announced in conjunction with GameStop, gamers that pre-order a copy of Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 for the PS3 or Xbox 360 from a GameStop store or online at GameStop.com will receive an exclusive playable character – Juggernaut.

Incorporating elements of the acclaimed Marvel Civil War storyline, Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 allows players to choose their side and team up revered heroes and villains from the largest army of Super Heroes ever, including Spider-Man, Wolverine, Hulk, Iron Man, Deadpool, Venom, Green Goblin and Captain America. Players can combine characters’ powers and unleash astonishing new fusion attacks.

The game is being developed by Vicarious Visions for the Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 system, Wii, PlayStation 2 system, PSP® (PlayStation® Portable) system and Nintendo DS™ and is not yet rated by the ESRB.

My Sister's Keeper Star Shows Her Stripes

Hollywood's rising star, Abigail Breslin, was spotted in Erge’s classic striped hoody while filming her recently released drama movie My Sister's Keeper. You might also recognize her from The Ultimate Gift. The striped long-sleeve shirt created an effortlessly casual look for the tween star on set and can be seen in several of the movie’s heart-wrenching scenes. This comfortable shirt is perfect for all ages looking for affordable, trendy fashion.

Check out additional summer Erge styles at: http://www.ergeretail.com.

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CSN Lighting

Next week I'll be reviewing Robert Abbey - Sabrina Accent Lamp in Lily Glazed Ceramic ($141.63) from CSN Lighting, a site that has the best selection of lighting from top notch brands such as Kenroy Home, George Kovac, Progess Lighting, Kichler and many more!




More About Robert Abbey:

Robert Abbey, Inc. has been manufacturing fine lighting products for over eighty years now and prides itself on providing the highest quality products at the best possible prices.

Family owned an operated, Robert Abbey's passion has always been design. In the early 1990's they moved their factories and offices from New York to the foothills of North Carolina.
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Robert Abbey products include table lamps, desk lamps, floor lamps, wall fixtures, ceiling fixtures, coffee tables, and end tables. With transitional and contemporary design, Robert Abbey is a perfect brand for today's homes. Robert Abbey features amazing products from world-renown designers such as Jonathan Adler, David Easton, and Rico Espinet.

Click here to browse more products from the Robert Abbey line.

Review: Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits

Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits

Platform - DS

Publisher - Activison

Rated - E10+

Release Date -
June 9, 2009



The path to stardom awaits!

Rock out to today's hottest tracks anytime, anywhere with Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits. With 28 master tracks from some of today's hottest and influential artists, Guitar Hero fans will have a reason to rock out anywhere they are.


As with the previous versions of Guitar Hero On Tour, players use the Guitar Hero Guitar Grip to deliver the same core gameplay that defines the Guitar Hero experience. However, for fans of the previous games, there are a lot of new additions.


Choose your own path and carve your way to stardom in a non-linear career mode. Choose how you take your band from the underground scene to worldwide rock stardom. The non-linear gameplay allows players to choose freely between Headline, Opening, and Fan Request songs. Rise up, grow your fan base, and prepare for the spotlight at bigger and better venues. For true rockers on the go, all the songs are unlocked in Quickplay mode, allowing players to jump right in to play their favorite tracks. No need to play Career mode to unlock them.


The all-new Fan Requests challenge even the most experienced Guitar Hero On Tour players. Play through songs while attempting specific goals, such as bass part requests, Guitar Duels, whammy bar counts, all-strum requests, 100 note streaks, no Star Power and more. It is up to the player to not disappoint their fans. Song Sharing also makes its return, allowing players to battle it out with songs from all three versions of the game.


The guitar party never stops! Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits truly builds on it's predecessors with more songs, a deeper career mode, better audio, updated graphics, and improved touch screen response. My only complaint about the game is that my hand cramps up, and I still want to keep playing.


Guitar Hero On Tour: Modern Hits is rated E10+ for lyrics. There are also minor suggestive themes sprinkled throughout the game. Parents should be cautioned on these, and if as a parent you don't want to expose your children to rock, you already know to avoid these games. As for the Guitar Hero fans, the franchise shows no signs of slowing down, encouraging us to keep on rocking.