Video Game Controller Soaps by DigitalSoaps

Here’s an interesting product that will appease gamers of all ages.  DigitalSoap produces bars of soap that resemble game system controllers like the above Wii inspired soap.  For nostalgic value, the company also sells NES 8-bit remote and Sega Genesis soap bars.  And to add further nerd value, scents are not only limited to your [...]

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December 23rd, 2009 / No comments yet
Posted by Van
Categories: Design, Lifestyle, Technology, Video Games

Nike Air Trainer II “Tecmo Bo”

The halfback sweep and hail mary were my two absolute favorite novice moves when playing Tecmo Bowl.  And anyone can attest that Bo Jackson was UNSTOPPABLE in that game.  The above Air Trainer II’s coincides with the recently revamped Air Trainers and pays homage to the multi-faceted athlete and the best football game on the [...]

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July 25th, 2009 / 1 comment
Posted by Van
Categories: Art

Pocket Retro Game Emulator

This is a sweet deal for those of us that enjoy classic video games.  The Pocket Retro Game Emulator is a handheld system that can handle playback of old school 8 and 16 bit games from NES, SEGA, Gameboy and Neo Geo.  Internal storage is at a healthy gigs of space.  But should more be [...]

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June 6th, 2009 / 1 comment
Posted by Van
Categories: Technology, Video Games

Mario World Mushroom Kingdom Board Game

Designer, Ashley Buerkett took papercrafting to a whole different level.  As part of a project, she created a Mario World themed board game with paper cut-outs for the board and various game pieces.  Instructions are conveniently located behind the old school NES papercraft controllers.  As far as packaging goes, everything prior to assembling is housed [...]

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May 28th, 2009 / No comments yet
Posted by Van
Categories: Art, Design, Films / TV, Fitteds, Lifestyle, Technology, Toys, Video Games

Christopher Locke’s Modern Fossils

Christopher Locke is a talented sculptor that utilizes a variety of medium to get his message across.  ‘Modern Fossils‘ is a project that evolves around subject matter such as slightly outdated game console controls, peripherals and the object I can’t leave my house with, the iPod.  Check out his other work in the gallery below.  [...]

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May 11th, 2009 / No comments yet
Posted by Van
Categories: Art, Design, Lifestyle, Music, Technology, Toys, Video Games

Play NES Games with Firefox!

Miss those days of Castlevania and Kung Fu master? Sick and tired of late nights with GTA4 or Halo 3? Then spark an instance of Firefox, download FireNes, and prepare for a walk down memory lane.
From Allanjosephbatac:
FireNex is a new Firefox plugin you can use to play all those NES game goodies without [...]

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June 18th, 2008 / 1 comment
Posted by Killahbeez Contributor
Categories: Technology, Video Games

NES Remote/Coffee Table

The above NES remote/coffee table/gaming storage unit is not only an homage to the system, it is a fully functional gaming remote. The glass top is also a good look. I’m not sure what inspired owner, Kyle Downes, to create the table/gaming remote. But I am most certain, he’s gained internet fame [...]

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May 10th, 2008 / No comments yet
Posted by Van
Categories: Design, Video Games