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Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3

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from: Electronic Arts

October 28, 2008
Yes, this game comes with SecuRom and limited authorization which I dislike, however this pales in comparison to the awful multiplayer experience I'm having.
For me, the most re playability comes from the multiplayer games, and the developers here seem to disregard it entirely. Once again they rely on Gamespy for it and it is worst than ever. Constant disconnects, random crashes just by switching chat rooms, you spend 2 hours looking for a 5min game, the interface online is pathetic. While looking for a game your chat window will be overflown by useless jargon about your match status, and most of the time it would get stuck and drop you while looking for a game. It is the most painful multiplayer experience I've ever had.
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Nancy Drew: The Haunting of Castle Malloy

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from: Her Interactive

October 06, 2008
fisrt of all, let me start by saying the Nancy Drew games are awesome. however, this game was a bit boring for me; not as exciting as the others. although there was some mystery, it didn't do a whole heck of a lot. in other words, it was good, but not great like the other ones. a bit too short, in my opinion.

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VMware Fusion 2

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from: Smith Micro Software Inc.

October 05, 2008
I was a loyal PC user for nearly twenty years. Five years ago I bought one Mac "for home" and have never looked back. VM Ware has eliminated any residual rationale you might have for sticking with Windows. Think of it like a software nicotine patch.

Some day we may able to stick a wooden stake through the heart of Windows, but for now most of us are stuck with it. VM Ware has developed a way to minimize the pain and aggravation. The software paid for itself multiple times over within the first week when a service pack "upgrade" screwed up several of my core programs. No problem... just delete the virtual installation and roll back to the earlier clone.

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The Oregon Trail, 5th Edition

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from: The Learning Company


I don't know if I wasn't paying attention, or was just not informed. But this program doesn't work with macs even though it was used on the old apple2GS which is just a super old version of a mac. Don't get this if you have a mac!

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The Sims 2: Apartment Life

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from: Electronic Arts

August 26, 2008
I have bought every single Sims to date (back till the origninal sims) but I will NOT buy this one. I will not buy from EA until they remove manditory SecuRom downloads with their games. SecuRom will slow down your system and cause problems with other games, NOT just Sims. It is very comparable to Malware, and once it gets on your system dont expect to remove it unless you are very proficent with computers.

A class action suit against EA has been filed for SecuRom issues.

***Buyer BEWARE***

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Microsoft Streets & Trips 2009

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from: Microsoft Software

September 20, 2008
I had hoped that there would be more road updates. The same problems with being unable to plot a trip because new roads aren't there or because of map errors.

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Learning Company Kid Pix Deluxe 4 (Version 2)

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from: Encore Software

January 17, 2005
The animation does not work on this product. So, my granddaughter has not been able to use it.Kid Pix Deluxe 3

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Crazy Machines: The Wacky Contraptions Game Win/Mac

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from: Viva Media

October 01, 2005
This game can be called a beneficial game to play . Meaning in that it helps with people of all ages with developing problem solving and cognitive thinking;as well as being a fun game with great graphics as well. I have tried this before so I know what I was getting into and pretty much so have gotten pretty good at it.. I have played various puzzle games in the past. Dr Mario, Tetris. various online ones at pogo.com and such. I find this one to be the most interesting as it offers alotta variety and skill levels . From very simple to quite trying and complex . This game would be great too for children for helping develop those problem solving skills they will need later in life as well. Its great for adults for mind game type of games keeping the mind young, active ... Read More:

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The Sims 2: Double Deluxe

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from: Electronic Arts

April 15, 2008
Included in this value pack is the original The Sims 2 plus The Nightlife Expansion Pack and The Celebration Stuff Pack. These originally sold for $[...]. Now you can get this great value all rolled up in to one package for $[...]. There is so much to do in this game it's unbelievable. We own every expansion pack for The Sims 2 and our entire family plays it. You can design your own people. Move them into a pre-built house or build your own. You can get a job and try to climb up the career ladder. This game is always throwing surprises at you for example, your house can catch fire or get broken into, or family members can get sick or even die, you can get promoted in your job for doing a good job or be fired for always arriving late. You decide if your Sim lies ... Read More:

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Adobe Photoshop Elements & Premiere Elements 7

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from: Adobe

October 13, 2008
This is a fantastic package solution. A must have for every home. The bundle includes a photo and video editor. Video editor is amazing, worked flaw less with HD videos. It can handle tapes, hdd and other high def media. It also can create Blu-ray and regular DVD. There are lot of templates for disc creation, any thing you can ask in a movie creation tool and more is included.

I dont have to say much about photoshop. It is the best photo editing software around. Any crummy digital picture can be turned into picaso painting. This is the best value for money in personal multimedia software. I dont think I will need another for a long long time to come. It also supports Vista.