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The Sims: Castaway Stories - PC

2 January 2008, 08:56

This time your Sims have washed up on a tropical island. Help them make a new life in an unexplored paradise in this laptop-friendly version of The Sims.

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SWOS fixed and available for download

2 January 2008, 08:44

The new year on HEXUS.gaming kicks off with the news that a working version of Sensible World of Soccer is now available to download.

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The year ahead: Steve's top 10 predictions

31 December 2007, 11:28

Following much merriment and festivity - and a drinking session involving copious amounts of brandy - HEXUS' Steve Kerrison has joined in the journalists' Christmas tradition of "compiling some sort ...

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The best videogames of 2007

31 December 2007, 10:44

What a year it’s been for videogames; the best year ever some are saying. We’re inclined to agree as it took us ages to narrow our list down of the ...

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Wii 'tweezer' attacked - hardware unlocked

31 December 2007, 08:47

The Nintendo Wii has now been officially hacked giving full access to its hardware and allowing for the future running of native homebrew.

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MAD solution to speed cameras; burn them!

28 December 2007, 13:53

A group going by the name of MAD (Motorists Against Detection) has announced plans to destroy all speed cameras in the UK. Seriously, we aren't kidding.

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Wal-Mart closes video download service

28 December 2007, 13:29

I keep thinking that digital distribution is the way forward, but perhaps I'm wrong. After only a year in operation, Wal-Mart's video download service has abruptly shut down.

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TG launches sexy LLUON Crystal PC

28 December 2007, 12:57

Korean computer manufacturer Trigem Computers has launched a slim new micro PC, the LLUON Crystal, which continues its trend of eye-catching machines.

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Intel and STMicro Flash venture delayed by cash problems

28 December 2007, 12:35

Intel and STMicroelectronics NV have been forced to delay the merger of their cash-starved flash memory units because of "significant turmoil" in the financial markets.

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Dell's Inspiron 1525 notebook surfaces

28 December 2007, 11:49

The upcoming Inspiron 1520 notebook from Dell has appeared on the computer manufacturer's Australian website and is available for pre-order with shipments expected in early January.

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Microsoft's Windows Home Server corrupts files

28 December 2007, 11:14

Microsoft has acknowledged in a recent knowledge base article that a bug in its Windows Home Server software causes files to become corrupted when using certain programs to save data ...

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HEXUS.tv :: VIA drive the green issue with mainboards the size of credit cards...

28 December 2007, 10:37

With the current set of SLI/CrossFire systems, we are probably seeing the biggest power draw in history. As more and more focus is given to green issues, we speak with ...

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VRX MACH 4, the ultimate racing simulator

27 December 2007, 12:05

VRX claims its MACH 4 to be "the worlds most advanced racing and entertainment simulator". I see no reason to disagree.

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NBC airs Knight Rider commercial

27 December 2007, 11:32

We weren't best pleased when Ford's Shelby GT500KR was revealed to be the new KITT and although this new commercial has a cool hint of the classic Knight Rider theme, ...

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Razer's Benjamin Sigmon is aiming high with his Copperheads...

27 December 2007, 11:20

Most people think 'Razer' involves multiple blades slicing through facial hair. But, for gaming's elite, this name invokes slicing through the opposition with consumate ease. Razer are backing HMV's new ...

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Forthcoming budget Radeons revealed

27 December 2007, 11:13

We all love our bargains (particularly after Christmas), and according to Madbox PC, AMD has a selection of budget graphics cards on the horizon.

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Not get what you wanted for Christmas? Bet you did better than this kid...

27 December 2007, 10:57

An American teenager opened up his present from his parents to see a brand new PS3 box... but other than a few cables, he was lacking the PS3 itself...

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YouTube gets the Royal treatment

24 December 2007, 13:03

The Queen is set to embrace modern technology tomorrow as her annual Christmas message will be broadcast simultaneously on TV, Radio and for the first time ever, on the internet.

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ATI Catalyst 7.12 drivers released

24 December 2007, 11:57

Nothing quite like the smell of fresh new drivers just before Christmas is there? If you haven't done so already, you can now upgrade your Catalyst drivers to version 7.12 ...

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Still looking for a late Christmas gift? How about MS Points?

24 December 2007, 11:35

Microsoft has announced today, Christmas Eve, that you can now purchase Microsoft Points as a gift for other users of Xbox Live. Talk about leaving it 'till the very last ...

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HEXUS’ Top Ten Tips for a Happy Christmas

24 December 2007, 11:11

We give you our Top Ten Tips for the technophile to enjoy an argument free Christmas and still get a fix of your favourite hobby.

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Review: Unreal Tournament 3 - PC

24 December 2007, 09:52

We take a look at Unreal Tournament 3 and find that, under the hype and the pretty graphics, there's little new and a lot that's frustrating, annoying and in some ...

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HEXUS.gaming :: Could HMV deploy 680 game centres across 7 countries ? We investigate...

24 December 2007, 09:24

HMV has come along way from the simple dog listening to his master's voice. Having posted almost £1.9 billion in sales, HMV continues to adapt - pushing for innovation. Their ...

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HEXUS.gaming :: Ahead of Nick's review of Warmonger, we re-examine PhysX

22 December 2007, 10:16

Intel's purchase of Havok has re-stimulated talk about in-game effects. Designed from the ground up to use PhysX, Warmonger is now available as a FREE DOWNLOAD. We speak with Ageia ...

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Get back to the gym, Wii Sports is no alternative

21 December 2007, 13:21

Don't cancel that gym subscription just yet. UK experts have concluded that playing Wii Sports does indeed use more energy than traditional games, but not enough to contribute toward the ...

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80GB PS3 to be rolled out in Europe 2008

21 December 2007, 13:17

Over the past year Sony has consistently denied rumours that the 80GB PS3, currently on sale in North America, would come to Europe, but it looks as though someone may ...

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Would HEXUS users pay to upgrade from Vista to XP?

21 December 2007, 12:39

Earlier this month we ran a poll asking "A year after launch - How much would you pay to Upgrade from Vista to XP?" Having collected over a thousand votes, ...

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Dell defend Latitude XT pricing

21 December 2007, 12:01

Just about every company has a breaking point and following a global complaint from, well, everyone, Dell steps forward and defends the pricing of its Latitude XT tablet PC.

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Nintendo's Xmas gift on Wii virtual console

21 December 2007, 12:00

Nintendo's Christmas gift to you comes in the shape of three new retro titles that are now available for download via the Virtual Console.

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Apple enjoys Leopard success

21 December 2007, 11:36

We've all read the on going reports outlining shortcomings in new operating systems from both Apple and Microsoft, but not all is doom and gloom. NPD figures reveal that Apple's ...

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Xmas Playstation Store update brings Toy Home

21 December 2007, 10:43

The last European Playstation store content to be delivered before Christmas is now available and includes the full version of the racing game Toy Home.

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Highways Agency lifts roadworks for Christmas

21 December 2007, 10:35

Even the Highways Agency gets into the Christmas spirit as it suspends roadworks throughout the country to help ease journeys during the Christmas and New Year holiday.

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PS3 UT3 user generated content hits net

21 December 2007, 10:12

UK-based graphic designer, Thomas Browett has become the first gamer to create content for the Playstation 3 version of Unreal Tournament 3.

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