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How To: Get all the packages on Area 51 for Hydro Thunder Hurricane
Anytime you purchase a game for the Xbox 360, you know there's going to be achievements that need to be collected. That's true as well for one of their Xbox Live Arcade games, Hydro Thunder Hurricane. This racing game features explosions, boosts, and a whole lot of water.
How To: Find the packages in Lake Powell on Hydro thunder Hurricane
If you've recently purchased the game Hydro Thunder on your Xbox 360, then you're bound to go after some of the achievements. Most of them are pretty easy, while a couple can take you some time. One of those achievements is Special Delivery. In order to unlock that one you'll need to collect all the hidden packages in the game.
How To: Unlock the Bridge Limbo achievement in Just Cause 2
If you've been playing Just Cause 2 and love flying all the various aircrafts in the game, then you'll love this next achievement.
How To: Hook up a keyboard and mouse with XFPS Sniper XBox 360
Studies have shown (yes, there have been studies on this) that the keyboard and mouse control setup employed by PC gamers is better for first person shooters than a console controller. Fortunately, there's a nifty peripheral for the Xbox 360 called the XFPS Sniper that allows you to connect a keyboard and mouse to the console and use them to control your characters in Call of Duty, Halo, Gears of War, or whatever other of the dozens of shooters on the XBox 360 you play. This will give you a p...
How To: Find all the teeth in the Penitentiary in Batman:AA
If you're having a hard time finding all the items in Batman: Arkham Asylum, then this tutorial should help. In the video, you'll be shown all the locations of the Joker teeth and Chronicles in the Penitentiary area of the game. They're pretty easy to find thanks to the video, so good luck and enjoy!
How To: Upgrade the hard drive on your XBox 360
Microsoft has behaved pretty douchily as far as managing the hard disc drive (HDD) sizes it made available for the XBox 360. The 20GB drive included in most models of the system is woefully inadequate, and many have been convinced to give Microsoft even more money to get a larger one. That's not necessary. This video will teach you how to upgrade the XBox 360's hard drive yourself, putting in any large-capacity SATA drive you wish and massively increasing the storage capacity of your XBox 360...
How To: Make the D-pad on an XBox 360 controller work better
The D-pad is no longer the preferred means of control in most video games, and it shows in the shoddy design of the one on the XBox 360 controller. It bumps against the sides of its enclosure as you try to push it to its limits, causing mistake and frustration. No more! This video contains instructions for shaving down the outer rim of the D-pad, allowing it to move more precisely and greatly improving the quality of your play in games that use the D-pad a lot like Oblivion and Street Fighter...
How To: Modify Fallout 3 saves using Complicator save editor
Save game editors have been around for ages, and are one of the most fun ways to extend the life of your PC games. Now you can edit saves on your XBox 360 too! This video will teach you how to do so in Fallout 3, giving yourself infinite of whatever items you want and all sorts of other fun options for messing with the game. You will need some free software available below and a USB flash drive, but that's it!
How To: Take off and replace an Xbox 360 faceplate
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to remove an X-Box 360 faceplate. Users will need a screwdriver for this process. Begin by laying the system down to ensure that the console will be balanced, and not fall when removing the faceplate. Then loosen the bottom of the plate with the screwdriver. Once the plate is loosened, grab the edges of the plate and pull it off. Now carefully align the replacement faceplate to the console, and press it on until you here a snap. This video will benefi...
How To: Get the Cache Grab achievement in Left 4 Dead 2's DLC
The boys from Achievement Hunter are back! And in this tutorial they'll show all you zombie hunters, how to get a pretty sweet achievement in Left 4 Dead 2's newest DLC, The Passing. The cool thing about this new DLC, is not only do you get some pretty sweet weapons, but you're able to meet the old cast from Left 4 Dead and interact with them for a little bit.
How To: Fix the "open tray" problem on your XBox 360
This video is for XBox owners who are experience the "open tray" problem. This is when you insert the disc, a few seconds later, it'll ask you to open tray again, and then it won't even acknowledge that there's a disc in the tray. Assuming you know how to open up your XBox, you'll be able to see the parts of the disc drive. It consists of two parts, the part where the disc spins on, and the laser, which reads the disc and it sits just a little bit away from the middle of the drive. The proble...
How To: Browse the Internet on an Xbox 360 using MCE Browser
Madman McClinton demonstrates how to browse the internet on an Xbox 360 using the MCE browser. First, download the MCE browser by doing a Google search and clicking on the first link. Next, install the MCE browser on your system. Then, connect your Windows Media Center to your Xbox. Then, go to your Xbox and open up the Windows Media Center. Select the program library function from the online media option. Next, choose the MCE browser from the available choices. Enter your desired URL into th...
How To: Install a fan on your Xbox 360 power brick
In this video, you will learn how to install a fan on your XBox 360 power brick. In order to do that, just follow these steps exactly like in the video: The first thing to do is to buy an 8mm fan and to clear the power brick. Now make a hole in the power brick case and glue the fan to it. Connect the negative and the positive wires like in the video and turn it on. If you follow these steps right, you will get the correct result. Your power brick will get more cold air and the risk of a RROD ...
How To: Defeat the Corrupted in Prince of Persia (2008)
If you're having difficulty dispatching any of the Corrupted from 2008's Prince of Persia, this helpful battle guide from IGN might be just what you need. If forewarned is forearmed, this video tutorial will arm you to the teeth with the necessary knowledge to beat each of Ahriman's four lieutenants – the Hunter, Warrior, Alchemist & Concubine.
How To: Download, copy and burn Xbox 360 games on a Mac
With so many new games coming out all the time, it is financially impossible to keep up with them all. With this easy to follow guide you can learn to download and burn Xbox 360 games to play on your modern game console. From the convenience of your Mac computer, the narrator takes you through a video tutorial of how to find the website, locate the game you're looking for, download the file and burn it to a disc. In no time you will be ready to play and have also saved quite a bit of money do...
How to Walkthrough Darksiders: The Hollows - Griever
You need to give the Griever's heart to Samuel in this level in the Xbox 360 game Darksiders, The Hollows - Griever. The Beholder door will lead you to a long tunnel where a massive creature called the Torture Coil likes to nab helpless souls who pass by with its giant tentacles. Push the subway car up the track in front of you and the creature will grab the car instead of you. This will clog its hole so you can safely pass by. Head through the hole in the wall at the end of the tunnel. Follo...
Walkthrough Left 4 Dead 2: C1, Dead Center - Atrium
Learn about the L4D2 gameplay for Campaign 1: Dead Center - Atrium. Get the goodies and walk out of the safe house. Turn right and go down the hallway, making another right through the door at the end. You will find yourself back in the mall. Continue on the makeshift walkway, bearing left at the end until you reach an elevator. The blue door across from you is a dead end. For more info, watch the whole gameplay.
Walkthrough Assassin's Creed 2: Glyph Puzzle 19
Here's the answers to the 19th puzzle, titled "The Fourth Day", in Assassin's Creed 2. Image set: What used to be worshipped by every primitive culture under the…? That’s right, the sun. Pick the five images that focus on it. Image: Find the tiny image of Earth in the lower-left quadrant of the sun. For more info, watch the whole gameplay.
Walkthrough Assassin's Creed 2: Glyph Puzzle 17
Figure out the 17th puzzle, entitled "The Bunker", in Assassin's Creed 2. Code wheel puzzle: Here’s a tricky one; your clues are “<” and “2,” and the only advice you’ll get from your handlers is that maybe there’s “something we can count” on the strange symbols. In this case that “something” is the number of times each symbol bends sharply. Don’t expect consistency across the wheel on this one; just take a look at what symbols flank the blank spaces and pick a shape with the number of bends t...
Walkthrough Assassin's Creed 2: Glyph Puzzle 16
This one's pretty easy. Here's the solution to the 16th puzzle, entitled "The Cavalry", in Assassin's Creed 2. Image 1: Just move the cursor to the word “Tunguska.” Image 2: Move the cursor onto the staff and drag it onto Tesla’s photo. For more info, watch the whole gameplay.
How To: Use Krylon Fusion spray paint to custom paint XBOX 360
This is a quick guide on how to use Krylon Fusion to Custom Paint an Xbox 360 Controller. Krylon spray paints are basic and found at Home Depot.
How To: Fix your XBox 360's broken DVD disc drive
Is the DVD disc drive on your XBox 360 broken? Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to fix the rod red ring of death on your malfunctioning XBox 360. You'll need to be able to know how to take apart your XBox and extract the individual disc drive. This tutorial will show you how to disassemble your DVD disc drive to make the proper repairs.
How To: Take apart an Xbox 360 controller
This how-to video shows how to take apart an Xbox 360 controller. This can be helpful if you want to color customize your controller, or if you want to modify it. Anyone can try this, and it could come in handy if your Xbox 360 controller breaks.
How To: Use game controls when playing Madden 08
In this how to video series, learn how to play Madden '08 from gaming expert Phil Coonrod. Phil will give you detailed instructions for playing Madden '08. He will also give you hints on using the game controls.
How To: Prevent Red Ring of Death on Xbox 360.
Hello everyone. The red ring of death of Xbox 360 has been a huge problem since the beginning of Xbox 360. Many gamers like me have faced this problem and the red ring of death (RROD) is one of the biggest reason behind all the rant on Xbox 360 gaming console.
How To: Unblock Netflix, Amazon Instant and 60 Other Channels with No Location Restrictions on Xbox 360 & Xbox One
Streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Instant Video have been available on game consoles for a while, but if you're in a country where they're blocked, it can be hard to find a way around. There are apps and extensions like Hola Unblocker and Media Hint and that to bypass location restrictions on your computer, but what about your Xbox?
How To: Cash In on the Free $500K Rockstar Is Offering for the Glitchy GTA 5 Online
With the bombardment of technical issues that have plagued GTA Online since its inauguration, it hasn't been easy to enjoy stealing cars and killing hookers with all your friends.
How To: Use Real Currency on Xbox Live Right Now Instead of Those Confusing Microsoft Points
For the most part, Xbox Live is amazing, but there is one thing that has been annoying for pretty much everyone, to say the least. Microsoft Points.
How To: Mod Your Xbox 360 Controller to Fit Your Really Tiny Hands
There are some things that are just plain difficult to do for those of us with small hands. I started playing the piano when I was a little kid, and I learned the hard way that there were some chords that were just out of my reach.
How To: Earn the "Hazard Pay" Achievement in BioShock: Infinite
Oh, hazards. If this were Tiger Wood's Golf, hazards would be something we would avoid like the plague. But since we are talking BioShock: Infinite, hazards can become part of your arsenal, and will help you unlock the "Hazard Play" achievement.
How To: Earn the "Bon Voyage" Achievement in BioShock: Infinite
Bon voyage is French for good trip, but since we don't really care for the French, it pretty much means adios mother@@%##. But you guys already know what this is really about—the "Bon Voyage" schievement in BioShock: Infinite. This trophy is relatively easy and asks you to kill 20 enemies by knocking them off Columbia.
How To: Earn the "Bolt from the Blue" Achievement in BioShock: Infinite
To unlock the "Bolt from the Blue" achievement in BioShock: Infinite, you will need to kill 5 enemies with a head shot while riding a Sky-Line. Sky-Lines are riddled throughout the game, so there is no need to go searching for one.
How To: Earn the "Skeet Shoot" Achievement in BioShock: Infinite
I took trap and skeet my senior year of college and couldn't have felt any more badass. Hitting a little orange disc as it flies across the sky may not sound that legit, but trust me, it is very much so. In honor of the age-old shooting game, BioShock: Infinite has the "Skeet Shoot" achievement.
How To: Earn the "Big Game Hunter" Achievement in BioShock: Infinite
While the big bad vigors may get a lot of the attention in BioShock: Infinite, the gun lovers still get their fair share of glory. While shocking your enemies with bolts of electricity never gets old, there is nothing more satisfying than a classic head shot or long distance snipe.
How To: Earn the "Lost Weekend" Achievement in BioShock: Infinite
Today is Friday, and I cannot wait to sit back and crack open a nice cool Smirnoff Ice when I get home. If you lost respect for me after that statement, you have only gained mine.
How To: Earn the "Should Auld Acquaintance" Achievement in BioShock: Infinite
Is there anything better than finding a couple dollars sitting in your coat pocket that you forgot about? Well, after checking my trophy list for BioShock: Infinite, I realized that unlocking 1999 mode is actually an achievement. Hooray me. The achievement trophy is called "Should Auld Acquaintance", and instead of beating the game in easy, normal, or hard difficulty, you can just use the Konami code (found here) to skip right to 1999 mode and get that trophy.
How To: Get Unlimited Money at the Hall of Heroes in BioShock: Infinite
C.R.E.A.M., aka Cash Rules Everything Around Me. There have never been truer words spoken in real life, or even in a video game. After playing BioShock: Infinite for a few days know, I wish I came across this little glitch a little earlier.
How To: Earn the "Combination Shock" Achievement in BioShock: Infinite
Hooray for superpowers! Well, in BioShock: Infinite, these superpowers are called vigors and they are sweet as hell. Here's a list of all of the vigors you can collect in the game.
How To: Find All of the Vigors in BioShock: Infinite and Get the "Well Rounded" Achievement
If you've played any of the BioShock games, you already know about the powers that you can wield from you hands. It's kind of like being a wizard or Dragon Ball Z character. In previous BioShock games they were plasmids, but in BioShock: Infinite, it's a slightly new twist, and they're called vigors.
How To: Earn the "Sightseer" Achievement in BioShock: Infinite
If you haven't heard the buzz about BioShock: Infinite, then you for sure are not cool enough to read this. We've been dishing out a few of the game's achievements and trophies, and we have another ready for you guys. While this one might not be as cool as the Heartbreaker or Aerial Assassin achievements, it still needs to get done. In order to complete the "Sightseer" achievement (or trophy), you're going to need to find and use 100 percent of the telescopes and kinetoscopes throughout Colum...