More XBOX 360 GAMES you need to BUY before the Store Closes!!

The Xbox 360 Store & Marketplace will close permanently on July 29th 2024. Here are 10 MORE DIGITAL GAMES I think you should consider buying while you can! Most of these are sadly NOT backwards compatible 😬

The Xbox 360 is quite the marvel in the realm of video gaming. Launched by Microsoft in 2005, this splendid console revolutionised the way we engage in digital play. With its sleek design and robust online capabilities through Xbox Live, it quickly became the go-to for many a gamer. It boasted a veritable treasure trove of games, from the exhilarating Halo series to the captivating adventures in Fable. Moreover, its innovative features like the Kinect sensor truly set it apart from its contemporaries. In essence, the Xbox 360 wasn’t just a gaming console; it was a gateway to countless hours of jolly good entertainment.

My PS5 Games So Far (70+ games)

Perfect for the long holiday weekend: highlights from my PS5 (PlayStation 5) game collection. This is an update to a video I released back in 2023 and so far I have 70+ games for the console. Lots of popular games, hidden gems and more!

GAMES SHOWN:
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora
Neon White
Prodeus
Cyberpunk 2077 v2.0 Phantom Liberty
FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake
Shadowrun Trilogy
Soul Hackers 2 Collectors Edition
Star Wars Jedi Survivor
Kena: Bridge of Spirits
Jet’s n Guns 2
Gunborg: Dark Matters
Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
We Love Katamari
Power Wash Simulator
Air Twister
Resident Evil Village VR
Resident Evil 4 VR
HORROR TALES: The Wine
Haunted House
Wanted: Dead
Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway
Art of Rally
Lego 2K Drive
Gran Turismo 7 VR
Star Wars Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge Enhanced
Moss II
Horizon Call of the Mountain
Kayak VR
Switchback VR

The appeal of the PlayStation 5 lies in its cutting-edge technology, offering a leap in gaming performance and visual fidelity with its powerful hardware, including the custom AMD Ryzen processor and RDNA 2-based GPU. It supports stunning 4K resolution and high frame rates, ensuring immersive and smooth gameplay. The innovative DualSense controller enhances the experience with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, providing a more tactile and responsive feel. The PS5 also boasts a robust library of exclusive titles, backward compatibility with PS4 games, and a sleek, futuristic design. Additionally, its fast SSD significantly reduces load times, making for a seamless and dynamic gaming experience.

Google Is Killing Us (& Other Independent Web Sites and YouTube Channels)

YouTuber Retro Dodo talks about the challenges of getting search engine results and web traffic after Google made some significant changes to how the search engine works. Sounds like it may be time to put more emphasis on Reddit…

The Google Search Engine employs complex algorithms to crawl, index, and rank web pages based on relevance and authority, ensuring users receive the most accurate and useful results for their queries. Google’s search algorithms continuously evolve to provide better user experiences, incorporating factors such as content quality, relevance, freshness, and user engagement metrics. This emphasis on delivering high-quality content has made Google the dominant player in the search engine market, with over 90% market share globally.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is the practice of optimizing websites to improve their visibility and ranking in search engine results pages (SERPs). As Google’s algorithms become more sophisticated, SEO has become increasingly nuanced, focusing on creating high-quality, relevant, and user-friendly content. SEO encompasses various strategies, including keyword research, on-page optimization, technical optimization, link building, and content marketing, all aimed at improving a website’s authority and relevance in the eyes of search engines. By adhering to SEO best practices, businesses and website owners can increase their organic traffic, enhance their online visibility, and ultimately drive more conversions and revenue.

 

Living With A 1971 Porsche 911 Targa in 2024

Car reviewer and YouTuber Seen Through Glass travels to Los Angeles for a big Porsche meetup and rents a classic Porsche 911 Targa from 1971. However, older Porsche can have their… issues.

The Porsche 911 Targa is an iconic sports car that has captivated automotive enthusiasts since its debut in 1965. The distinguishing feature of the Targa model is its unique roof design, which combines elements of both a coupe and a convertible. Named after the Targa Florio endurance race, the Targa features a removable roof panel made of glass or composite material, which can be stowed in the trunk, providing an open-air driving experience. This innovative design offers the best of both worlds, allowing drivers to enjoy the thrill of top-down motoring without sacrificing the structural rigidity and safety of a fixed-roof coupe.

Over the years, the Porsche 911 Targa has evolved alongside its coupe and convertible counterparts, incorporating the latest advancements in technology and performance. The current generation Targa models feature a sophisticated retractable roof system that seamlessly integrates into the car’s silhouette at the touch of a button, combining the convenience of a convertible with the sleek lines of a coupe. Under the hood, the Targa is powered by a range of potent flat-six engines, delivering exhilarating performance and razor-sharp handling characteristic of the 911 lineage. With its timeless design, innovative engineering, and exhilarating driving dynamics, the Porsche 911 Targa continues to uphold its reputation as one of the most desirable sports cars on the road.

 

Ranking the ’90s + albums of Aerosmith, KISS, Blue Oyster Cult, and Ted Nugent (Sea of Tranquility)

Pete Pardo (Sea of Tranquility) & Martin Popoff rank the ’90s & 2000s albums of Aerosmith, KISS, Blue Oyster Cult, and Ted Nugent. #kiss #tednugent #aerosmith #blueoystercult

The 1990s rock and metal scene in the U.S. was characterized by a diverse array of subgenres and a shift towards alternative and grunge rock. Bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Soundgarden emerged from the Pacific Northwest with a raw, introspective sound that resonated with disillusioned youth. Grunge, with its distorted guitars, anguished vocals, and introspective lyrics, captured the zeitgeist of the era, reflecting a sense of alienation and discontent. Meanwhile, alternative rock bands such as Smashing Pumpkins, Alice in Chains, and Stone Temple Pilots found commercial success with their blend of catchy melodies, heavy riffs, and introspective lyrics, offering a counterpoint to the excesses of mainstream rock.

In the realm of metal, the 1990s saw the rise of several influential subgenres, including thrash, death, and nu metal. Bands like Metallica, Megadeth, and Slayer continued to dominate the thrash metal scene, refining their sound and pushing the boundaries of technical proficiency. Death metal bands like Death, Morbid Angel, and Cannibal Corpse explored darker themes and pushed the limits of brutality and speed. Meanwhile, nu metal emerged as a fusion of metal, hip-hop, and alternative rock, with bands like Korn, Limp Bizkit, and Deftones blending aggressive riffs with rap-influenced vocals and electronic elements. Despite the diversity of styles, the 1990s rock and metal scene in the U.S. shared a sense of defiance and authenticity, as artists sought to express themselves honestly in a rapidly changing musical landscape.

What’s the most OBSCURE GAME CONSOLE you’ve ever played?

Allen Brooks asks – What’s the most obscure game console you’ve ever played?

Kelsey – https://www.youtube.com/@KelseyLewin
LRG – https://www.youtube.com/@LGR
Tito – https://www.youtube.com/@MachoNachoProductions
Kinsey – https://www.youtube.com/@KinsZilla
Gemma – https://www.youtube.com/@TheGebs24
Radical Reggie – https://www.youtube.com/@The_RadicalOne

Modding a Nintendo Famicom (Japanese version of the NES “Nintendo Entertainment System”)

YouTuber Kari has an original Japanese Famicom with NTSC-J RF output and she wants to connect it to a PAL TV.  Join her as she updates a  composite mod on an original Famicom “Family Computer” video game console to work with her TVs, and to have a much clearer picture.

The Nintendo Famicom, short for Family Computer, is a landmark in gaming history, released by Nintendo in Japan in 1983. It revolutionized the home entertainment landscape, introducing millions to the joys of video gaming. The Famicom’s design was sleek and compact, featuring a distinctive red and white color scheme that became iconic. Its controllers were hardwired into the console, a departure from the detachable controllers of previous systems, and featured a simple yet effective directional pad and two action buttons, setting the standard for future game controllers. The console’s architecture was built around an 8-bit CPU, with support for colorful graphics and rich sound, allowing for immersive gaming experiences that captivated players of all ages.

One of the Famicom’s most significant contributions to gaming was its vast library of games, which included classics like Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, and Metroid, among others. These games not only pushed the boundaries of what was possible in gaming at the time but also laid the foundation for many of the franchises and genres that continue to thrive today. The Famicom’s success extended beyond Japan when it was rebranded as the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) for international markets. Its influence on the gaming industry cannot be overstated, as it helped revive the video game market after the crash of 1983 and established Nintendo as a dominant force in the industry for decades to come.

Retro Gaming with a Heavy Metal Soundtrack