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 true Frank 2005-12-01T18:36:00-08:00 2005-12-02T02:37:17Z 2005-12-02T02:37:17Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113349103732010419 Star Wars R2-D2 Robot Replica On Sale
"The Star Wars R2-D2 robot available on Hammacher and Schlemmer does not offer any holographic video displays, but it is voice controlled. Compared to the Robby the Robot replica, the R2-D2 actually can roam your apartment. R2 obeys to more than 40 voice commands (e.g.: Turn around! Move forward two units!) and he plays games like tag, using an infra-red sensor to search for people in a room. R2-D2 has a sensor that helps him follow behind you, or it can be set to detect motion, turning R2 into a room sentry that sounds an alarm when a secured area is invaded." Source: i4u.com
false Frank 2005-12-01T18:34:00-08:00 2005-12-02T02:36:33Z 2005-12-02T02:36:33Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113349099355954676 Lincolnite talks at 'Star Wars' museum exhibit
"Sussman, a longtime Lincoln resident and professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, has attained seven minutes of fame in the transportation video at the "Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination" exhibit at the Museum of Science, in which he discusses real transportation issues affecting cities all over the world." Source: townonline.com
false Frank 2005-12-01T18:33:00-08:00 2005-12-02T02:34:21Z 2005-12-02T02:34:21Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113349086112098808 Star Wars: Empire at War Preview
"To clarify, Empire at War will offer three primary play modes: a single-player, story-based campaign mode that will unlock various sectors of the galaxy as you complete certain missions; a persistent-universe "galactic conquest" mode that can be played either alone or in head-to-head multiplayer for two players; and the quick-and-dirty skirmish multiplayer, which is focused entirely on combat. In skirmish, you and your buddies can choose the map type (space, land, or objective-based land maps in which you can win only by capturing reinforcement points--more on that later) and limit a specific amount of funds you can use to purchase armies, then go at it. This mode will support up to eight players on two teams, and will even let you swap in some computer-controlled players to even things out." Source: videogames.yahoo.com
false Frank 2005-11-27T21:35:00-08:00 2005-11-28T05:35:47Z 2005-11-28T05:35:47Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113315614798804819 Star Wars Electronic Lightsaber Selling for $8.00!
"Wal-mart is selling Star Wars Lightsabers for only $8.00. Today and especially tomorrow (Black Friday) retailers are throwing out special deals to drive customers in their shops. Black Friday is still the busiest shopping day in the United States, despite the growth of online shopping. Wal-mart has of course tons of deals also online for the Thanksgiving weekend. One of them is this Star Wars Lightsaber replica that ignites with a push of a button. This bargain lightsaber also features the real electronic movie sound effects, including battle-clash and "humming" sounds. Additionally it comes bundled with a DVD featuring chapters of the Clone Wars animated series." Source: i4u.com
false Frank 2005-11-27T21:35:00-08:00 2005-11-28T05:36:44Z 2005-11-28T05:36:44Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113315620454441272 Star Wars Geeks will find paradise in Battlefront II
"This is just one of those titles that’s so good it’s hard to believe it exists. I’m not the biggest Star Wars geek out there but I still know the difference between a Tie-fighter and an X-wing. The concept is so impressive that it has to be good; a Star Wars game in which you can use virtually any character or any ship in an all out war. If you didn’t play BF2’s predecessor I’ll give you the skinny: it’s third-person action and you choose your Star Wars faction, e.g., dark side, light side, gungans, trade federation, to begin a conquest that spans the galaxies. In levels, you typically have an infantry of more than a hundred at your disposal. Depending on the level there are often vehicles such as speeders and weapons such as turrets you can take advantage of. For the most part all you have to worry about is defending and taking over territories. In the main one player mode, you need credits, which are awarded when you are victorious, to make progresss and so that you can unlock new soldiers and upgrades." Source: andpop.com
false Frank 2005-11-27T21:32:00-08:00 2005-11-28T05:35:02Z 2005-11-28T05:35:02Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113315610260438515 'Star Wars' movie marathon requires time management skills
"Almost immediately after "Episode I" ended, I jumped up, ejected it and popped in "Episode II: Attack of the Clones." Rule number two for pulling off a massive movie marathon is time management. Any delays, regardless of how small they are, will add up as the day progresses and make it that much more difficult to accomplish." Source: coloradoan.com
false Frank 2005-11-17T20:48:00-08:00 2005-11-18T04:48:38Z 2005-11-18T04:48:38Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113228931893417473 Star Wars: Galaxies offers trial run
"After raising a ruckus among its established Star Wars Galaxies user base with a massive update to the gameworld, Sony Online Entertainment and LucasArts are looking to train new Padawan in the ways of the Jedi, or any of the other eight in-game professions. Gamers curious about the sci-fi massively multiplayer online role-playing game can now download a 10-day trial of the game that includes the first 10 levels of the soon-to-be-released Star Wars Galaxies: Starter Kit. With a budget price of $19.99, the starter kit contains the original game and the Warp to Lightspeed expansion pack, offering enough content to get would-be wookies through the game's redesigned first 30 experience levels. For those unsure about picking up the starter kit, the trial version is now available for download from GameSpot." Source: gamespot.com
false Frank 2005-11-17T20:45:00-08:00 2005-11-18T04:46:56Z 2005-11-18T04:46:56Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113228921620718969 Pahk the Cah by the Death Stah? 'Star Wars' Exhibit Hits Boston
"Light-years still separate science from fiction in George Lucas' six-film epic about the galactic battle between good and evil, but a new exhibit at Boston's Museum of Science tries to show that the fantasies of "Star Wars" aren't all far-fetched — and some are getting less so with each passing year. The exhibit, which stirred controversy when it was revealed that the museum had bumped a more conventional science exhibit, uses the wildly popular movies as a bridge to real science, and fire up interest — particularly among youngsters — about the promises of engineering, physics and other fields." Source: abcnews.com
false Frank 2005-11-17T20:44:00-08:00 2005-11-18T04:45:50Z 2005-11-18T04:45:50Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113228915067847186 Star Wars Battlefront II similar to Star Wars Battlefront
"If you've played Star Wars Battlefront, then you've played Star Wars Battlefront II. The sequel to the popular first game, which had you take on the guise of various Rebel and Empire soldiers in several of the movies famous battles, Star Wars Battlefront II is no different. You still play on either side of the battle, liberating the galaxy from evil or grinding it between your iron-like grasp. Now though, since the third and final episode of Star Wars has been released, you can be thrust into the battles from the second trilogy as well. So now, in addition to blasting Ewoks into dust, you can also blast droid separatists as well." Source: sdsucollegian.com
false Frank 2005-11-05T11:19:00-08:00 2005-11-05T19:21:03Z 2005-11-05T19:21:03Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113121846314085550 Star Wars Battlefront II Space Combat FAQ
"Starwars Battlefront Numero-Two-O has an Assault mode dealing only with starships. Each side tries to sabotage the enemy flagship's critical systems to earn victory points (VP). When a set amoutn of VP is met, that team wins the match. Since respawns are infinite, this is a tabletop war-gamer's wet-dream (more so if you adore Star Wars and hope that one day, you too can own your own harem of dancing Twi'lek girls). This space assault mode is probably more fun than the other modes, although it does get predictable after a while. Hopefully, there will be newer maps with more twists (two capital ships per team instead of one, or a starbase with indestructable turrets but no other critical systems) but that seems doubtful. All capital flagships in the game follow the below layout. There is no deviation apart from some hangars being open in both ends or just one end." Source: ign.com
false Frank 2005-11-05T11:18:00-08:00 2005-11-05T19:19:36Z 2005-11-05T19:19:36Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113121837678897718 Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith DVD Review
"Naturally, Lucas' collaborators are there to comment on technical aspects of making the film. Like this: Mt Etna erupted while they were filming, so Lucas sent a photographic team to Italy to get footage. So the big lava sequence in the movies finale uses computer graphics, scale models and a real volcano. There is no commentary from the studio accountants on this use of the petty cash. And, of course, there are Easter eggs." Source: nzherald.co.nz
false Frank 2005-11-05T11:16:00-08:00 2005-11-05T19:18:08Z 2005-11-05T19:18:08Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113121828823492839 Star Wars Galaxies to see massive update
"LucasArts has revealed the first information on its planned upgrade for Star Wars Galaxies: An Empire Divided. The update will introduce sweeping changes to the online game, such as redefining all characters into nine professions: bounty hunters, smugglers, spies, traders, entertainers, commandos, medics, officers, and force-sensitives. So instead of keeping the lore of the Jedi a guarded secret, the updated game will let you jump on the fast track to becoming one of the universe's mystical knights, if you wish. However, LucasArts insists that even though the secrets of the Jedi have become less and less...secret, the majority of its players prefer other professions, and expects the same even after the update." Source: gamespot.com
false Frank 2005-11-05T11:15:00-08:00 2005-11-05T19:16:21Z 2005-11-05T19:16:21Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113121818184694373 Star Wars Battlefront II
"Unfortunately, Battlefront II is so similar to Battlefront many gamers might be put off by an uncomfortable impression of having been there and done that. There are many of the same levels, classes, weapons, vehicles, sounds, graphics, animations, characters and problems. But then Lucas is at least trying to keep the dream alive by providing new content we all wished we could enjoy the first time around. Only some of that extra material goes in with mixed results, which ultimately leaves us with a product that doesn't measure up to the potential of the first game, its success, or even the dream that spawned it all." Source: ign.com
false Frank 2005-10-27T22:40:00-07:00 2005-10-28T05:40:55Z 2005-10-28T05:40:55Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113047805512506710 Star Wars Costume Contest At Arizona State Fair
"Nothing can surpass the excitement of the Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith DVD release on Nov. 1, but Arizona's Star Wars fans have something else to cheer about. The Arizona Lottery and The Edge 103.9 are inviting Star Wars fans to strut around as their favorite saga character at the 'Arizona Lottery Backyard' at the Arizona State Fair on Friday, Oct. 28 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Participants could win a set of 16 Arizona Lottery Star Wars Scratchers tickets and authentic Star Wars merchandise. All participants will get cool Edge 103.9 merchandise and free spins on the Arizona Lottery prize wheel. The winner will be entered to win a Home Theater System valued at $5,000." Source: theforce.net
false Frank 2005-10-27T22:38:00-07:00 2005-10-28T05:40:03Z 2005-10-28T05:40:03Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113047800330641115 Museum Unveils 'Star Wars' Exhibit
"The exhibit is interactive, and it focuses particularly on robots and modes of transportation -- those in the movie and the real-life versions that have evolved from Lucas' imagination. Of course, you can see all of the authentic models and costumes from the films at the exhibit. You can even sit in the cockpit of a full-size replica of the Millennium Falcon and take a trip to hyperspace. "Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination" opens at the Boston Museum of Science Thursday at 9 a.m." Source: thebostonchannel.com
false Frank 2005-10-27T22:37:00-07:00 2005-10-28T05:37:48Z 2005-10-28T05:37:48Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113047786882224640 Lego Star Wars lands on GameCube
"Eidos Interactive today announced that Lego Star Wars is now available for the GameCube. The game was previously released for the Xbox, PlayStation 2, PC, and Game Boy Advance last spring. Traveller's Tales (Crash Twinsanity) once again handled the game's development. Lego Star Wars is rated E for Everyone and retails for $29.99." Source: gamespot.com
false Frank 2005-10-27T22:37:00-07:00 2005-10-28T05:38:17Z 2005-10-28T05:38:17Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113047789712631207 Star Wars Battlefront II: Galactic Media
"Like the console versions, Battlefront II for PSP aims for en epic Star Wars experience where players choose a faction to join (Imperial, Rebel, CIS and Clone Troopers) then battle it out on a variety of famous locations such as the swamplands of Dagobah and the ice planet Hoth. Battlefront II packs 13 maps in all, spanning the original film trilogy and even a few locations from the last movie, Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith." Source: ign.com
false Frank 2005-10-27T22:36:00-07:00 2005-10-28T05:37:11Z 2005-10-28T05:37:11Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-113047783177266259 Star Wars creator launches studio in Singapore
"The company of legendary United States film director George Lucas, creator of the Star Wars saga, on Thursday launched an animation studio in Singapore to produce television shows and feature films for the global market. Lucasfilm Animation Singapore, financially backed by the Singapore government to boost the island's multimedia industry, will take part in the development of a TV spin-off from Star Wars." Source: mg.co.za
false Frank 2005-10-20T17:41:00-07:00 2005-10-21T00:42:23Z 2005-10-21T00:42:23Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-112985534311602835 Star Wars Characters Voted Hottest Costumes for Men, Women, Dogs and Babies
"Expect Darth Vader and the whole Star Wars crew to come knocking for treats this year, as indicated by a survey of more than 3,000 visitors to ExtremeHalloween.com, a complete online resource of adult Halloween costumes, and costumes and accessories for children and pets." Source: ExtremeHalloween.com via emediawire.com
false Frank 2005-10-20T17:39:00-07:00 2005-10-21T00:41:19Z 2005-10-21T00:41:19Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-112985527914270015 Spike Network Gets Star Wars Rights
"Spike TV has opened up the vaults to secure television rights to the entire George Lucas space opera. The Viacom-owned male-centric network signed an exclusive six-year deal worth a reported $65 million to $70 million. According to Daily Variety, Spike won a fierce bidding war against NBC Universal's USA Network and Sci Fi Channel and Turner Broadcasting's TBS and TNT that pushed up the price from an initial $50 million, where it hovered a few months ago, to Spike's record offer." Source: eonline.com
false Frank 2005-10-20T17:38:00-07:00 2005-10-21T00:39:39Z 2005-10-21T00:39:39Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-112985517954829107 'Star Wars' cartoons coming soon
""Star Wars: Clone Wars Vol. 2" will be available Dec. 6. The five 12-minute "chapters," Nos. 21-25, were originally shown on the Cartoon Network before the spring release of "Star Wars -- Episode III: Revenge of the Sith." "Sith" is scheduled for DVD release Nov. 1." Source: indystar.com
false Frank 2005-10-13T21:20:00-07:00 2005-10-14T04:22:26Z 2005-10-14T04:22:26Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-112926374696676572 "Star Wars" Season One Set For 2007
""The live-action television series is something we're planning for just at the beginning of 2007," said producer Rick McCallum. "George Lucas envisions somewhere like 100 hours, set between Episode III and Episode IV with a lot of characters that we haven't met but [who] have been developed in some of the novels and other things. We're really excited about that because I think finally we're going to have the opportunity to answer everybody's questions once and for all by the time we finish the series." The show will be dark and gritty, McCallum said, which would be in keeping with current trends in science fiction television." Source: syfyportal.com
false Frank 2005-10-13T21:15:00-07:00 2005-10-14T04:16:13Z 2005-10-14T04:16:13Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-112926337372654604 Star Wars Revenge of the Sith DVD Details
"On November 1st, Star Wars fans around the world will be able to own the complete saga on DVD, with the release of the missing piece of the puzzle, Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith. Developed by the same team that put together the DVD releases of the other Star Wars films, the Episode III DVD was produced in conjunction with the hit movie." Source: canmag.com
false Frank 2005-10-13T21:14:00-07:00 2005-10-14T04:15:31Z 2005-10-14T04:15:31Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-112926333137750509 Star Wars Battlefront II Dev Diary # 3 (PS2)
"Hi, I'm Joe Shackelford, a friendly and portly game designer. I was tasked with making space combat fun and engaging for Star Wars Battlefront II. Despite my kicking and screaming, I had to actually "work." In all honesty, it was a difficult job to bring the open-ended aspect of Battlefront into space, but I think we succeeded." Source: gamespy.com
false Frank 2005-10-13T21:13:00-07:00 2005-10-14T04:14:29Z 2005-10-14T04:14:29Z tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11262483.post-112926326922912918 Sky Movies lands 'Star Wars' franchise
"Sky Movies has secured the exclusive UK rights to air all six Star Wars films in 2006. Each of the movies will air as multistarts through August and September 2006, including Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. The season will be supported by other Star Wars-related programming across the Sky network as a whole." Source: digitalspy.co.uk
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