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Retrogaming with Racketboy has a piece looking at some of the console-defining titles we miss from that little white box. From the article: "Phantasy Star Online - Sega was one of the main pioneers in online console gaming. While they had modest online offering with both the Genesis and Saturn, the Dreamcast was the first of their consoles to have online capabilities built into the stock machine. The Dreamcast came standard with a 56k modem and also had a (expensive) LAN/Broadband adapter available as an upgrade. Phantasy Star Online paved the way for Sega's groundbreaking online network and for later networks like XBox Live. ...

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Unlikely battles seem to be bread and butter of crossover titles like Capcom Vs SNK 2. The nagging uncertainty about who will come out victorious when Beat'em Up universes clash, led renowned Japanese toy manufacturer High Dream to release a series of very poseable deluxe figures to honor legendary heroes of both Capcom's Street Fighter and SNK's King of Fighters. These fantastic sculpts feature great detail, a fine paint-job and over 24 (!) points of articulation. New in stock is the second production run of Ryu, Ken, Kyo and Iori, which were quickly sold out due to ultra-high demand upon their initial introduction to the Japanese market. From prototype to final product, you can see the immense amount of dedication that went into these high-quality figures. Please click on images for a larger view.

Each of the Beat'em Up characters comes with several accessories, like replaceable hands, weapons, headbands, belts, flames and such. These incredible figures are ready for display right out of the box and stand approx. 18 cm (7 inches) tall. Now it's Ryu's Hadoken vs Kyo's R.E.D. Kick, let them battle it out right in your gaming room!

Stage an up-to-now unthinkable encounter, a tag-team fight with both Street Fighter and King of Fighters heroes letting loose dynamite supers, battling side by side! Finally, Iori will be able to show why his last name translates to "Eighth God" in Japanese, facing martial artists from an arena quite different than his. A situation like that is a long way from Neo Geo days indeed. These awesome figures capture all the glory of both Beat'em Up series, offering a more tangible way to have the fighting celebrities around.

Explosive on-screen action personified got modeled here into one superb line of Action Figures, which come very close to their in-game counterparts. Shipping within 24 hours for just US$ 19.95 each, these are perfect for both Beat'em Up fans and figure collectors and sure will spice up your gaming dojo or Street Fighter/KOF shrine good. ...

More than two years after Top Gear Rally appeared on the GBA, developer Tantalus has announced that a new instalment in the series is currently in development for the Nintendo DS.

Top Gear: Downforce is a top-down racer with 3D models and "robust vehicle physics." More excitingly, you'll be able to place hazards on the track using the DS's touch screen, and take part in wireless multiplayer races.

"We loved the original Top Gear on N64, and of course our rally title on GBA was a big success," said Tantalus bigwig Tom Crago, who clearly didn't read our review.

"This time around we’re attempting something completely different. We want to create a racing game that feels perfectly at home on the DS platform, something built from the ground up to exploit the cool features of the hardware."

Top Gear: Downforce is slated for a late 2006 release, with more details set to be revealed at E3. ...

More than two years after Top Gear Rally appeared on the GBA, developer Tantalus has announced that a new instalment in the series is currently in development for the Nintendo DS.

Top Gear: Downforce is a top-down racer with 3D models and "robust vehicle physics." More excitingly, you'll be able to place hazards on the track using the DS's touch screen, and take part in wireless multiplayer races.

"We loved the original Top Gear on N64, and of course our rally title on GBA was a big success," said Tantalus bigwig Tom Crago, who clearly didn't read our review.

"This time around we’re attempting something completely different. We want to create a racing game that feels perfectly at home on the DS platform, something built from the ground up to exploit the cool features of the hardware."

Top Gear: Downforce is slated for a late 2006 release, with more details set to be revealed at E3. ...

New DS accessory from Divineo China

Overview of the product

A fully compatible with Nintendo DS Lite AC adapter. The same function than original, so good for replacement or to have in a different location.
Auto voltage 100 to 240 Volts. With a built-in red LED to indicate when in use.

Specifications & extra information

Comes in 3 versions: USA, UK and Europe

More info at Divineo China ...

New DS accessory from Divineo China

Overview of the product

A fully compatible with Nintendo DS Lite AC adapter. The same function than original, so good for replacement or to have in a different location.
Auto voltage 100 to 240 Volts. With a built-in red LED to indicate when in use.

Specifications & extra information

Comes in 3 versions: USA, UK and Europe

More info at Divineo China ...

News from Divineo China

Last Batch of The DMS4 EZI Pro in stock, Stock is limited , get your EZI Pro today !

Heres more info:



Overview of the product

The DMS EZI is the only true solderless solution for the PS2. Divineo has tested this product on various models of Playstation 2, installation is always easy and fast! Not only that but it is one of the most advanced modchip on the market. The perfect choice for anyone with no soldering skills. Pro version offers 2MB flash on board for flash upgrade (not available on Lite version)

Specifications & extra information

- 100% Solderless: Use the advanced Japanese precision micro molded interconnects and DMS unique eject signal adapter to provide reliable connection to the main E.Z.I. module.
- Auto-detect and boot of all media types: DMS4 will automatically detect whether a PS1, PS2 CD-R, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD9 or DVD+RW (Homebrew Elf's), original domestic CD/DVD is inserted and then boot it without any interaction from the user.
- High capacity flash: DMS now uses a 2MB flash in their design to accomodate future flash upgrades with enhancements and extra integrated features.
- Unrivaled boot success rate and compatibility: The boot rate of DMS4 is nigh on 100%. The DMS4 Supports V5-V11 USA, JAP and PAL
- Flash upgrade via CD: The popular CD flash upgrade first introduced by the DMS3 has been retained, offering a choice of firmware upgrade options.
- DVD region Free with RCE support: Watch all region DVD movies on your PS2.
- Colour Fix: Force the colour mode to your choice.
- Screen Fix: Green screen removed for Playback of DVD Movies.
- DEV.olution Mode 1: Load appliactions and software from your PS2 Memory card using DMS specially integrated DEV.olution mode.
- DEV.olution Mode 2: Load applications and software from your PS2 HDD using DMS specially integrated software. DEV.olution 2 is the successor to DEV.olution 1 mode.
- Software Modchip disable: Disable the Modchip in software by pushing Square on the Joypad.
- Truly Intelligent Modchip: The E.Z.I. range of Modchips use an advanced Logic design and LED staus display panel to detect and indicate the connection of each patching line and the patching signal integrity. This is a World's first!

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News from Divineo China

M3 adapter comes now in 3 versions:
CF version, SD version and the NEW Mini SD version.

The new Mini SD version is very small, but only compatible with Mini SD Format. The SD version is a bit bigger (still quite small though), however, it is compatible with both SD and Mini SD cards thanks to an adapter included with the SD version.



Overview of the product

M3 Adapter is made for those who want to download freeware games, movies and music from a PC to a GBA(SP) and/or Nintendo DS. You can use your PC and normal Compact Flash Card Reader to transfer and convert you movie & music files to the Compact Flash Cards. Then, insert M3 Adapter with CF/SD Card into GBA(SP) or
Nintendo DS, and the files will be available after boot up of the console.

Its features are just the same as any other MP3 Player on the market but also playing games and movies instead of playing music only.

One of the coolest features of an M3 Adapter is that you can directly run third
party software on it – that includes emulators of the video game system.
This is the new SMALL version of the SD adapter.

Specifications & extra information

Compatible with all GBA games without any patching required and without any
problem during gameplay. NDS games require patching.

Excellent Save compatibility. It support all saves types with the RTC function.

Capacity is very flexible and only depends on the card you use, which now are up to 4GBypte (32Gbit) on the market.

GOLDEN FINGER (CHEAT Code ) employs the IPS system that prevails in the world, with more diverse and powerful distinctive functions than CHT. The unique Auto IPS feature completely prevents computer crash.

With unique Super Real Time Save Function, easily operates and it can revive without limits.

CF/SD card +Reader can be used as a U disk and it only needs drag here and there when the game is burning.

Saves money: CF/SD card can also be used in digital camera and other products, and you can share your card as you need it without the need to buy a dedicated card for your NDS/GBA.

Supports GBA Games, FC games, Emulator games, GBA Movies, E-book, Cartoon books, browse pictures, enjoy music and so on.

Supports 4-key reboot to Rom menu function, and supports 4-key reboot beginning function.

Very safe for your CF/SD card.

Buy at Divineo China ...

News from Divineo China

M3 adapter comes now in 3 versions:
CF version, SD version and the NEW Mini SD version.

The new Mini SD version is very small, but only compatible with Mini SD Format. The SD version is a bit bigger (still quite small though), however, it is compatible with both SD and Mini SD cards thanks to an adapter included with the SD version.



Overview of the product

M3 Adapter is made for those who want to download freeware games, movies and music from a PC to a GBA(SP) and/or Nintendo DS. You can use your PC and normal Compact Flash Card Reader to transfer and convert you movie & music files to the Compact Flash Cards. Then, insert M3 Adapter with CF/SD Card into GBA(SP) or
Nintendo DS, and the files will be available after boot up of the console.

Its features are just the same as any other MP3 Player on the market but also playing games and movies instead of playing music only.

One of the coolest features of an M3 Adapter is that you can directly run third
party software on it – that includes emulators of the video game system.
This is the new SMALL version of the SD adapter.

Specifications & extra information

Compatible with all GBA games without any patching required and without any
problem during gameplay. NDS games require patching.

Excellent Save compatibility. It support all saves types with the RTC function.

Capacity is very flexible and only depends on the card you use, which now are up to 4GBypte (32Gbit) on the market.

GOLDEN FINGER (CHEAT Code ) employs the IPS system that prevails in the world, with more diverse and powerful distinctive functions than CHT. The unique Auto IPS feature completely prevents computer crash.

With unique Super Real Time Save Function, easily operates and it can revive without limits.

CF/SD card +Reader can be used as a U disk and it only needs drag here and there when the game is burning.

Saves money: CF/SD card can also be used in digital camera and other products, and you can share your card as you need it without the need to buy a dedicated card for your NDS/GBA.

Supports GBA Games, FC games, Emulator games, GBA Movies, E-book, Cartoon books, browse pictures, enjoy music and so on.

Supports 4-key reboot to Rom menu function, and supports 4-key reboot beginning function.

Very safe for your CF/SD card.

Buy at Divineo China ...