Ear Force X41 Headset for Xbox360

If you're a serious gamer then you need some serious gear to keep up. Some of the greatest moments of multiplayer gaming are in the communication you have with your friends or opponents. Whether your gloating about your killing of your enemy or hatching out your strategy with your team mates, communication is a fun and vital part of online gaming, to do this you need the best of the best in headsets.

For Xbox360 users, the possibilities of headsets are endless but the one that is at the top of the market right now and is highly saught after is the Ear Force X41. This 2.4GHz and 7.1 Dolby surround sound, that's right 7.1, will immerse you in whatever game your playing, really putting you in the thick of it. Not only will you get amazingly crisp sound quality you will be able to get it wirelessly, a must if you have a huge screen you have to sit back from. No more cables getting tangled or pulling the headset off at the worst of times, wireless headsets are the future and have come a long way. The headset is powered by AAA batteries and the receiver dock is powered by USB in case you are wondeirng about power supplies.

Overall the Ear Force X41 is an excellent headset that is at the top of the market not only for it's sleek look but it's clear wireless sound. If you need to chat, you need the Ear Force X41.


Value:  8/10
Sound:  9/10

Crysis 2

Crysis 2 is another great First Person Shooter (FPS) that was released a little under a month ago and has delivered on its promises to add a little something to the genre. Crysis 2 is set in the not too distant future where we have mastered nano technology.

The solo campaign is a great story of the hero, you, inheriting a nano suit and using it to fend off an alien horde that has invaded Earth, New York in particular, it much the style of Battle for LA. The multiplayer segment of the game has taken the FPS genre to a slightly higher level by basically eliminating what many gamers hate...camping. The dog tag system that has been implemented means that if you want the big reward for your kill, then you gotta get out of your hidey hole and run to your recent victim to obtain their dog tag. This is a move welcomed by many gamers, and of course hated by campers. Either way it's certainly an innovation.

Other great features of Crysis 2 include the three main functions of your awesome nano suit; power, stealth and cat-like acrobatics. You can rip off huge turrets and use them as your own, or you can become invisible to sneak up on an unsuspecting opponent or you can jump huge sections of the map to surprise or outrun your pursuers. There is something to suit many play styles here. All of the action, both single and multiplayer is extremely fast paced and requires you to be making some very fast decisions.

The offering of maps is fairly good with a good range of sizes and layouts modes of play are your standard FPS multiplayer ones. Crysis 2's graphics are simply awesome and the sound is also pretty cool. If you enjoy fast paced shooters with a good range of personal abilities, Crysis 2 will more than meet your expectations.

Gameplay: 7/10
Story: 7/10
Multiplayer: 8/10
Graphics: 9/10

Brink

Brink was very recently released across many platforms and seems to be living up to its promise of delivering something new to the first person shooter (FPS) genre of gaming.

This high paced, highly customizable shoot ‘em up is a great game focused heavily on team work in order to get the job done. There are some great new features and the SMART (Smoot Movement Across Random Terrain) feature is setting some high standards for the genre. Whilst many will compare it to Call of Duty, it is different enough to qualify for it’s own category of FPS. 

This is a fantastic game that will keep you glued to your console for many hours. Most of all FPS have become fun again with the focus on team work and communication rather than trying to outscore your team mates. Be sure to grab this game soon, it is highly recommended.

Gameplay: 9/10

Story: 8/10

Multiplayer: 9.5/10

Graphics: 8.5/10

Call of Duty: Black Ops

Call of Duty: Black Ops, many would argue, is the best First Person Shooter (FPS) to come along in years. The latest in the Call of Duty series to be released, this game offers not only great graphics, it’s immersive and realistic warfare experience puts you in the hot seat in an adrenaline fuelled journey.

The solo campaign is involving and hard to tackle meaning you get some real quality gaming time out of this game. But the real jewel in the crown of this series is it’s multiplayer and Black Ops does not disappoint with it’s incredible controller setup you will be pouring lead into your friends and online opponents in no time. Although it can be a challenge at first to keep up with the more experienced players, you will be getting those kills in no time to satisfy your bloodlust. 

The range of realistic weapons, attachments and equipment are by far the best to be offered so far in this genre and the experience and kill streak system are just so well engineered. Multiplayer gaming is endless and addictive with many maps to tackle, not to mention the continuing release of map packs and expansions being released online. 

Black Ops proved itself to be the best game of 2010 by being the number one best seller of any medium, going platinum within hours of its release. Don’t miss out on this awesome FPS experience.

Gameplay: 8.5/10

Story: 8/10

Multiplayer: 9/10

Graphics: 9/10

Assassins Creed: Brotherhood

Assassins Creed: Brotherhood, is the latest in the Assassins Creed series and just when you thought this stealth action category of gaming had peaked, this game came out. 

Only months old, Assassins Creed: Brotherhood has now added and improved upon its multiplayer component bringing that much needed dimension to its game play. Although sometimes the wait for an online game is a little lengthy it is well worth it as the multiplayer experience is just nerve rattling and plain fun. Stalk your friends through a hugely intricate city, disguise yourself, climb to the highest point and perform some awe inspiring kills on your unsuspecting prey. 

Not only is the multiplayer component fantastic, so too is its immersive solo campaign. This aspect has always been the series’ strongpoint and this latest storyline is one of the best. You will be playing for hours on end and will most likely want to play again. If you’re into your stealthy-stalky killer games, then my friends this is the best you’ll find at the moment and I highly recommend it.

Gameplay: 8/10

Story: 8.5/10

Multiplayer: 8/10

Graphics: 7/10