Xbox 360 Features
How To: Take apart the Xbox 360
If you've ever wondered how to safely disassemble your Microsoft XBox 360 gaming console for modification, Johnny McKinney of Console Discussions will walk you through the basics. All you need to get started are a T10 Torx screwdriver, a small flathead screwdriver, and an XBox 360 console. Johnny gives you a step-by-step tutorial of which screws to remove, and the order to remove them in. The first step is to remove the sides of the case, as well as the venting grills. After all of the side p...
How To: Install heat sinks in you XBox 360 to cool it
The XBox 360 has mammoth cooling problems, and people have devised all manner of products and mods that address that. This video will show you how to install one of those products: heat sinks that will cool your motherboard directly. This will keep you XBox a lot cooler without making a lot of noise like a 12 volt fan mod.
How To: Get all the titles in Modern Warfare 2 on Xbox 360
In Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (COD4), there are titles that you can unlock for use on your Callsigns. If you want to know how to unlock all of the titles, this three-part video list them all and how to achieve them.
How To: Find the hidden spire and Lionhead logo easter eggs in Fable 3
Easter eggs are nearly as old as video game design, and you know an old-schooler like Peter Molyneux and his company Lionhead would put some in Fable 3. Watch this video to learn where to find a hidden homage to Fable 2 and another to Lionhead itself near the town of Driftwood...
How To: Use the fire blitz play in Madden NFL 08
To be the best at the Madden NFL video game, you have to be willing to get advice, but not just any old advice... professional advice. To beat everyone, you have to be ruthless and know all of the strategies and gameplay tricks. To master Madden 08, check out this quick, football game, video tip from Madden Nation (EA Sports and ESPN) with video game pro Jet Steele (or just Jet).
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 Walkthrough Castlevania: Harmony of Despair on the Xbox 360
In this video game walkthrough, you'll see the gameplay for Castlevania: Harmony of Decay on the Xbox 360, available exclusively from the Xbox Live Arcade (XBLA). There's tons of vampire smashing action in this 2D action-adventure game, plus you can play with up to six other players on Xbox Live. Watch all of the parts in this Mahalo gaming walkthrough, and check out their site for more information. And check out all of the other Castlevania walkthroughs.
How To: Discover "Pie Island" in Just Cause 2
Love pie?! Then you'll want to pay close attention to this video. It shows you where to find the warm flaky crust that is "Pie Island" in Just Cause 2, giving out the map location and means you need to get there. Once you get there, though, there really isn't much to do, just another hidden easter egg brought to you by Geoff and Gus at Achievement Hunter.
How To: Do the javelin cheat for Modern Warfare 2 (MW2)
If you want to die in style, check out this video for a tutorial on how to use the javelin to serve as a martyrdom utility!
How To: Get the Serial Killer achievement in Assassin's Creed Brotherhood
Assassins usually aren't tasked with killing tons of people at once, but sometimes things just get messy. Watch this video to learn how to get the Serial Killer achievement / trophy in Assassin's Creed Brotherhood by killing ten guards in rapid succession.
How To: Beat the Blind Justice Challenge Room in Batman: Arkham City
Looking for a guide on how to beat the Blind Justice Challenge Room? Look no longer, because this Giant Bomb Batman: Arkham City walkthrough will show you how its done. You'll need to dash and punge your way through the enemies, but once it's all said and done, you'll walk away the victor.
How To: Disassemble an Xbox 360 controller
Get a handle on controller disassembly with this free video tutorial. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of disassembling a Microsoft Xbox 360 console controller quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair (or custom paint job, for that matter). This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the guts of their Xbox controllers without actually disassembling their units.
How To: Find all the eBook collectibles in Deus Ex: Human Revolution
The eBooks scattered throughout Deus Ex: Human Revolution will allow you unlock the 'Doctorate' achievement and this three part Achievement Hunter segment will help you track them down. There are 29 of them hidden throughout the game and you'll be rewarded with 200 XP each time you find one.
How To: Find all the crates in the Paris Sewers for Hydro Thunder Hurricane
The sewers of Paris are among the most ancient of the Western World, and now you get to race in them in the game Hyrdo Thunder Hurricane. This video from Rooster Teeth shows you where to find all the packages in this level.
How To: Do every elevator on CoD4 and Modern Warfare2
In this tutorial, we learn how to do every elevator on CoD4 and Modern Warfare2. Once you get used to the technique you use it will be very easy to do on each different level. First, go find a spot where you cannot stand and go to a staircase. Line yourself up so you're straight with the wall, then go into crouch and don't move forward or backwards at all. Look to the right slightly, then move to the left until you can't stand up anymore. Then, move your right stick to the left slightly and t...
How To: Connect to XBox Live via a laptop running Window Vista
In this tutorial, we learn how to connect to Xbox Live using a laptop with Windows Vista. First, connect the Ethernet cable to your computer and to the back of the game console. Next, Click on the start menu, then go to the control panel and view network connections. Next, click on manage network connections. After this, click on your local connection and hold down control until you see your wireless internet. After this, right click on your connection and then go to bridge connections. Next,...
How To: Fix the E74 error on your Xbox 360
This video demonstrates a method of fixing the E 74 Xbox 360 error. In order to do this, you first must disassemble your XBox, which will void your warranty, so this is at your own risk.
How To: Take apart an Xbox 360
This video by Technology Helper teaches you how to carry out the often difficult task of taking apart an XBox 360. First the face plate is removed using a small screwdriver and then further parts are removed by pushing small prongs on the inside of the XBox using a screwdriver to reach the inside of the machine. The video then explains which screws need to be removed from the XBox in order to successfully disassemble it and access the hard drive, which you can now easily remove from the XBox ...
How To: Earn I Am All That Is Man achievement with Ego Boost in Duke Nukem Forever
Ego is an important feature in Duke Nukem Forever. Watch this video to learn how to collect every single Ego Boost in the game. Collecting all of the Ego Boosts in Duke Nukem Forever earns the I Am All That Is Man achievement.
How To: Earn three different achievements in Call of Juarez: The Cartel on Xbox 360
If you're looking into unlocking a few achievements in Call of Juarez: The Cartel, take a look at this video from the Achievement Hunter folks. In it, you'll learn how to pick up the 'Little Bighorn', 'Been there, done that', and 'High Noon' achievements in multiplayer.
How To: Find the schematics for the javelin spear in Dead Space 2
What's with all the candles? Make sure you conserve your ammo, there are a lot of necromorphs in this part of the game. This walkthrough by NextGenTactics shows you how to get through the strange church part of the station. Also, find the schematics for the javelin spear!
How To: Download and burn Xbox 360 games from the internet
Agertech shows how to download and burn XBox 360 games from the internet for free with this step-by-step tutorial. He takes us through the process of downloading, file extraction, and burning for any XBox 360 game. All you need to download any XBox 360 game for free is a DVD burner and discs. He suggests going to Mininova.com for a menu of games. Follow his easy steps and you can have all the free XBox games you can download in a matter of hours.
How To: 12 More Ridiculously Legit Emblem Designs for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 (And How to Make Them)
I seriously cannot get enough of these sweet ass emblems for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2. Thanks to the new emblem editor, there's just so many possible designs to be made.
How To: 20 Epic Superhero and Villain Emblems for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 (And How to Make Them)
Everyone has a favorite superhero. It doesn't matter how old or young you are, there are probably some heroic characters out there that you wish you could be. And in Call of Duty: Black Ops 2, you can be them, as long as you've got some emblem editing skills.
How To: Defeat the Nazi Zombies in Kino Der Toten on Call of Duty: Black Ops
Think you know all about fighting Nazi Zombies? Well, you're probably WRONG! There's much to learn about killing the walking dead, especially those Nazi Zombies in Call of Duty: Black Ops. And even if you think of yourself as a veteran zombie killer, you can greatly benefit from this two-part walkthrough of zombie annihilation in the Kino Der Toten map in Black Ops. You'll learn some good tips and strategies for destroying those dead Nazis! The best and most obvious strategy though is to cons...
How To: Fix the red ring of death on an Xbox 360
This is a video tutorial on how to fix the red ring of death on an Xbox 360 WARNING: Opening a Xbox 360 will void warranty. So this how-to video should really be your last resort on modifying your XBox.
How To: Successfully Prestige in Call of Duty: Black Ops 2
The new Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 is the hottest game on the market right now, and there's no doubt it'll end up being the most unwrapped gaming gift come Christmas morning. The first-person shooter hopes to carry on the tradition of its many predecessors in bringing the most action-packed gaming modes, along with a high-replay value, to its legions of fans.
How to Find All of the Fallout: New Vegas Companions
Want a buddy in Fallout: New Vegas? Sure you do. In fact, you probably want a couple New Vegas companions.
How To: Instantly unlock all of the zombie maps in Call of Duty: Black Ops
Learn how to unlock ALL of the zombie maps in Call of Duty: Black Ops without beating the single-player campaign! This clip will show you how it's done using the secret code "3arc unlock."
How To: Earn the "If They Came to Hear Me Beg" achievement in Halo: Reach for Xbox 360
Halo: Reach is Bungies final hurrah into the land of Halo and if you're looking to pick up all the achievements and are wondering how to get the If They Only Came To Hear Me Beg achievement, you're in the right place! In this video you will watch how he gets the achievement by starting the mission The Pillar of Autumn and within the first two minutes of the mission there's a section of enemies that you can dive into to get the achievement.
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: Unlock All of the Secret Diamond Camouflage in Call of Duty: Black Ops 2
Unlocking weapons skins is a great way to show off your weapon efficiency and flash some sweet gear. The diamond camouflage in Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 can be accessed by unlocking every single camouflage in a said category. So, if you want the diamond camouflage for your Assault Rifle class, you will need to unlock all of the skins for each gun in the Assault Rifle class. Once gold is unlocked, you will have access to the diamond camouflage.
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: Hotswap, stealth patch, and burn Xbox 360 games
Paulant Films has some great information on how to download and rip Xbox 360 games. In these four video tutorials, you'll learn how to hotswap, stealth patch, and burn Xbox 360 games.
How To: Exploit a glitch in Kino Der Toten to make a zombie barrier in CoD: Black Ops
There's a glitch that you can exploit in Kino Der Toten when you are on Call of Duty: Black Ops in multiplayer mode. By positioning your teammmates in just the right way on the map, you can erect a zombie proof barrier.
How To: Burn an Xbox 360 game to a DVD
This is a tutorial of how to burn games to a DVD for playing on a flashed Xbox 360. Burning Xbox 360 discs will allow you to have an infinite amount of copies of the game that you love.
How To: Make it through Vault 34 alive in Fallout: New Vegas
In Fallout New Vegas, if you've done the "Come Fly With Me" quest, or if you've done any adventuring out into the north eastern part of the Wasteland you may have come across Vault 34 on your way to the strip. Vault 34 is infested with Ghouls, the former residents of the vault, turned into hideous creatures from the intense radiation. But this isn't your only worry, there's also a constant ticking of radiation during your stay, so unless you're packing Rad-X and RadAway, your trip won't end w...
How To: Find the Enclave Remnant Power Armor in Fallout: New Vegas
Power Armor that isn't faction based, mostly around the Brotherhood of Steel, is very hard to come by in Fallout New Vegas. Wearing faction based armor can have negative effects if you're traveling in the territory of a faction that doesn't like that faction, regardless of your standing with that faction. Now THAT's a mouthful! But, there is a suit of Enclave Remnant Power Armor laying at the crashed Enclave Vertibird. Check out this video for the location of the Power Armor!
How To: Cheat with a lag switch for Xbox 360 Live
Zonealarm not working out? Is it slowing down your computer? Forget those programs and have a home made DIY lag/standby switch!
How To: Make a Call of Duty Black Ops player card / emblem
Your Call of Duty Black Ops custom player card / emblem is the first thing that a potential opponent sees about you, and you should be proud of it. This video will give you some great tips that will help you make any emblem you choose to make look sharper, less flat, and overall just plain more badass. The example made in the video is a cool star, so if you wanted a star you're even luckier!