http://reviews.cnet.com/4566-9020_7-0.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear CNET Games and gear Reviews are the most comprehensive resource for unbiased personal technology advice. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:28:44 PDT http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/i/cobd/cnet/cnet_88x31.gif http://reviews.cnet.com/2001-1_7-0.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear 88 31 http://reviews.cnet.com/Nintendo_3DS_XL_Red/4505-10109_7-35335413.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear The supersize Nintendo 3DS XL is a solid portable gaming device, but its thin game library keeps it from being a must-buy for existing 3DS owners and newcomers alike. Consoles Mon, 30 Jul 2012 01:52:06 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Nintendo_3DS_Cosmo_Black/4505-10109_7-34469175.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear The Nintendo 3DS successfully offers a glasses-free 3D experience that needs to be seen to be believed. A weaker-than-usual launch lineup and some previously inactivated online features dampened its launch, but a recent price drop and a promising holiday lineup shine a light at the end of tunnel. Consoles Wed, 16 Mar 2011 04:40:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Turtle_Beach_Ear_Force_X41_Headphone/4505-13831_7-33785941.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear With their accurate 7.1-channel separation, the Turtle Beach Ear Force X41 headphones are great surround-sound headphones for the Xbox 360--or any other home theater component. Headsets Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:55:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/Sony_PSP/4505-10109_7-30895581.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear The Sony PSP elevates portable gaming to the next level, but its multimedia functionality falls short of its full potential. Consoles Tue, 22 Mar 2005 09:41:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/Nintendo_Wii_U_Deluxe_Set/4505-10109_7-35452979.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear Despite some clever dual-screen gaming mechanics, the Wii U's lack of compelling exclusive software and an overall unpolished user experience make it tough to recommend in its current state. Consoles Sat, 17 Nov 2012 09:01:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/Sony_PlayStation_Vita_Wi_Fi/4505-10109_7-34834815.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear Overall, the PlayStation Vita is the most advanced portable gaming system ever made. While the price is deceiving because of a hidden cost, gamers are getting an impressively complete package right out of the gate. A healthy launch lineup is sure to provide something for every kind of gamer, and a large selection of digital downloads is available right now. Consoles Sun, 12 Feb 2012 07:00:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/Sony_PlayStation_3_Slim_120GB/4505-10109_7-33765068.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear With a smaller design, more energy-efficient operation, lower price tag, and built-in Blu-ray and multimedia capabilities, the PS3 Slim delivers a compelling package for an affordable price. Consoles Wed, 19 Aug 2009 02:54:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Microsoft_Xbox_360_S_250GB/4505-10109_7-34118625.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear Though the new Xbox 360 certainly addresses most of the concerns we've had with the versions before it, we don't think it warrants a purchase if you already own an Xbox 360 in working order with an HDMI-out port and a hard drive. Consoles Thu, 24 Jun 2010 05:11:00 PDT http://reviews.cnet.com/Sony_PlayStation_3_60GB/4505-10109_7-31355103.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear The high-end Sony PlayStation 3's larger hard drive and ability to play PS2 games makes it a worthwhile alternative to the cheaper model--so long as you're willing to wait several months for the more promising exclusive titles to hit store shelves. If backward compatibility is your top priority, this hard-to-find model may be worth the search. Consoles Mon, 13 Nov 2006 01:12:00 PST http://reviews.cnet.com/Microsoft_Xbox_360_Elite_120GB/4505-10109_7-32390552.html?subj=fdba&part=rss&tag=MP_Games+and+gear While it's neither a must-have upgrade for existing 360 owners nor as feature-packed as the PS3, the Xbox 360 Elite's combination of top-notch gaming and digital media features make it the current game console of choice. Consoles Fri, 27 Apr 2007 03:40:00 PDT