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Well, Xmas is just around the corner, so people will be buying presents by the bucket load. That's why I'm telling you what to buy!
I could just say - buy GTA:Vice City and they'll be happy, but I have a lot of time on my hands, so I'm going to tell you what to get people, depending on their age and what console they own - if any.
0-3 Years Old -
Really, you shouldn't be getting games for children, as they tend to dribble on them, so your best bet is just give them something very cheap that looks fun. Like a lighter. Also, maybe giving the child some enthusiasm would work too. Such as; "Have a look at the flashy light! Do you want it? You do don't you? etc... etc..."
Another tip, if you decide to give them anything remotely dangerous, make sure you purchase some home and life insurance, just to be on the safe side.
4-10 Years Old -
GameCube:
This the age where children start to get into to games, so it's best to get simple games. Colourful platformers with bouncy characters like Ty the Tasmanian Tiger (shudder).
XBox:
Again, platformers are probably your best bet, so something like Blinx would be good. Colourful, platformy, what more could a child want.
PlayStation 2:
Just choose from a huge selection of colourful games, games with well-known faces is probably the best bet.
Console-less:
Although thee GameCube may pop to mind, don't be fooled, the PS2 has many more disgustingly colourful and horribly cutesy games out.
11-16 Years Old -
GameCube:
Children at this prefer one thing - gore, gore, gore! Games like Resident Evil and Eternal Darkness would be good.
XBox:
Games like JSRF would be good. Anything involving breaking the law in any way, shape of form is perfect for this age group.
PlayStation 2:
Look no further than GTA:Vice City. Blood, violence, breaking the law, there's no more ask for this bunch of... age 11-16's.
Console-less:
Although it looks a strange jewellery, the GameCube would be better for blood thirsty 'I want survival horror' children, as for the 'I want to steal car' types, the PS2 should serve it's purpose, along with Vice City.
17-30 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is when people start to realise that blood isn't the only reason gaming's good, and usually resort to having drinking parties with mates and many multiplayer games. So TimeSplitters2, Bomberman Generations and Super Monkey Ball are must-buys - oh, and maybe some alcohol.
XBox:
Again, get TimeSplitters2 and maybe join in with the 'XBox Live' experience. Buy more friends too.
PlayStation2:
Again (phew), TimeSplitters2 is a must-buy, as is alcohol, but Pro Evolution Soccer would be a very good choice too.
Console-less:
Usually, at this age people decide gaming is stupid, so a Tie would do, I suppose.
31-40 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is where none-stop blasting of shoot-'em-ups comes to a stop. Something a bit more peaceful, such as Doshin the Giant, would be a good idea. Then, on Christmas day, watch their eyes light up as they throw a tree in the sea and break into a fit of laughter.
XBox:
For the dirty old men of the world, give them BMX XXX. Naked women cleverly concealed into a video game. Who could ask for more? No one!
PlayStation 2:
Nightfire may well be what everyone wants. Playing the part of 007 is what many (sad) men think about. Go on, give 'em a treat this Xmas. Also one of those shavers makes them go mad. Or so it says on the adverts.
Console-less:
Again, you could get away with tie, but maybe giving them a boring sport to enjoy would be better. And hat's the most boring sport in the world? Just above Cricket, it's golf! Yes, get 'im a set of clubs and he'll be bored for years!
41-60 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is when people get a lot slower, so no puzzle games or games that involve using quick reactions. So get him a golf game.
XBox:
Get him a golf game! Or Dead or Alive: Extreme Beach Volleyball (sigh).
PlayStation 2:
A golf game! On the other hand, if e was a gangster, you could get him Vice City.
Console-less:
Ties, ties, ties! You can't go wrong. Investing in a sports car may also work, but ties are cheaper.
61-80 Years Old -
At this, there's no place for gaming. Get 'em a pet, always works.
81-120 Years Old -
The only gaming related thing I could think of is maybe a hollowed out Arcade for the sad day.
Well there you have it. Hope that helped your stocking fillers!
Thanks for reading
RiCkOsS
I could just say - buy GTA:Vice City and they'll be happy, but I have a lot of time on my hands, so I'm going to tell you what to get people, depending on their age and what console they own - if any.
0-3 Years Old -
Really, you shouldn't be getting games for children, as they tend to dribble on them, so your best bet is just give them something very cheap that looks fun. Like a lighter. Also, maybe giving the child some enthusiasm would work too. Such as; "Have a look at the flashy light! Do you want it? You do don't you? etc... etc..."
Another tip, if you decide to give them anything remotely dangerous, make sure you purchase some home and life insurance, just to be on the safe side.
4-10 Years Old -
GameCube:
This the age where children start to get into to games, so it's best to get simple games. Colourful platformers with bouncy characters like Ty the Tasmanian Tiger (shudder).
XBox:
Again, platformers are probably your best bet, so something like Blinx would be good. Colourful, platformy, what more could a child want.
PlayStation 2:
Just choose from a huge selection of colourful games, games with well-known faces is probably the best bet.
Console-less:
Although thee GameCube may pop to mind, don't be fooled, the PS2 has many more disgustingly colourful and horribly cutesy games out.
11-16 Years Old -
GameCube:
Children at this prefer one thing - gore, gore, gore! Games like Resident Evil and Eternal Darkness would be good.
XBox:
Games like JSRF would be good. Anything involving breaking the law in any way, shape of form is perfect for this age group.
PlayStation 2:
Look no further than GTA:Vice City. Blood, violence, breaking the law, there's no more ask for this bunch of... age 11-16's.
Console-less:
Although it looks a strange jewellery, the GameCube would be better for blood thirsty 'I want survival horror' children, as for the 'I want to steal car' types, the PS2 should serve it's purpose, along with Vice City.
17-30 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is when people start to realise that blood isn't the only reason gaming's good, and usually resort to having drinking parties with mates and many multiplayer games. So TimeSplitters2, Bomberman Generations and Super Monkey Ball are must-buys - oh, and maybe some alcohol.
XBox:
Again, get TimeSplitters2 and maybe join in with the 'XBox Live' experience. Buy more friends too.
PlayStation2:
Again (phew), TimeSplitters2 is a must-buy, as is alcohol, but Pro Evolution Soccer would be a very good choice too.
Console-less:
Usually, at this age people decide gaming is stupid, so a Tie would do, I suppose.
31-40 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is where none-stop blasting of shoot-'em-ups comes to a stop. Something a bit more peaceful, such as Doshin the Giant, would be a good idea. Then, on Christmas day, watch their eyes light up as they throw a tree in the sea and break into a fit of laughter.
XBox:
For the dirty old men of the world, give them BMX XXX. Naked women cleverly concealed into a video game. Who could ask for more? No one!
PlayStation 2:
Nightfire may well be what everyone wants. Playing the part of 007 is what many (sad) men think about. Go on, give 'em a treat this Xmas. Also one of those shavers makes them go mad. Or so it says on the adverts.
Console-less:
Again, you could get away with tie, but maybe giving them a boring sport to enjoy would be better. And hat's the most boring sport in the world? Just above Cricket, it's golf! Yes, get 'im a set of clubs and he'll be bored for years!
41-60 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is when people get a lot slower, so no puzzle games or games that involve using quick reactions. So get him a golf game.
XBox:
Get him a golf game! Or Dead or Alive: Extreme Beach Volleyball (sigh).
PlayStation 2:
A golf game! On the other hand, if e was a gangster, you could get him Vice City.
Console-less:
Ties, ties, ties! You can't go wrong. Investing in a sports car may also work, but ties are cheaper.
61-80 Years Old -
At this, there's no place for gaming. Get 'em a pet, always works.
81-120 Years Old -
The only gaming related thing I could think of is maybe a hollowed out Arcade for the sad day.
Well there you have it. Hope that helped your stocking fillers!
Thanks for reading
RiCkOsS
i recommend mario party 4.... if u 4 controllers :D
Thish ish fery good.
I likes it.
:-D
I likes it.
:-D
Heh, thanks :-)
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Heh, nice topic. Made me chuckle a few times.
Thanks for reading my post guys :-)
*hint, hint* *more read* :-D
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I think a Gamecube is the best thing to buy(considering i have one)
I'm still in the 11-16 year old section...Still a long way to go yet eh...
:)
And anyway, Good to see classic ricky keeping up the good posts :^)
:)
And anyway, Good to see classic ricky keeping up the good posts :^)
Well, Xmas is just around the corner, so people will be buying presents by the bucket load. That's why I'm telling you what to buy!
I could just say - buy GTA:Vice City and they'll be happy, but I have a lot of time on my hands, so I'm going to tell you what to get people, depending on their age and what console they own - if any.
0-3 Years Old -
Really, you shouldn't be getting games for children, as they tend to dribble on them, so your best bet is just give them something very cheap that looks fun. Like a lighter. Also, maybe giving the child some enthusiasm would work too. Such as; "Have a look at the flashy light! Do you want it? You do don't you? etc... etc..."
Another tip, if you decide to give them anything remotely dangerous, make sure you purchase some home and life insurance, just to be on the safe side.
4-10 Years Old -
GameCube:
This the age where children start to get into to games, so it's best to get simple games. Colourful platformers with bouncy characters like Ty the Tasmanian Tiger (shudder).
XBox:
Again, platformers are probably your best bet, so something like Blinx would be good. Colourful, platformy, what more could a child want.
PlayStation 2:
Just choose from a huge selection of colourful games, games with well-known faces is probably the best bet.
Console-less:
Although thee GameCube may pop to mind, don't be fooled, the PS2 has many more disgustingly colourful and horribly cutesy games out.
11-16 Years Old -
GameCube:
Children at this prefer one thing - gore, gore, gore! Games like Resident Evil and Eternal Darkness would be good.
XBox:
Games like JSRF would be good. Anything involving breaking the law in any way, shape of form is perfect for this age group.
PlayStation 2:
Look no further than GTA:Vice City. Blood, violence, breaking the law, there's no more ask for this bunch of... age 11-16's.
Console-less:
Although it looks a strange jewellery, the GameCube would be better for blood thirsty 'I want survival horror' children, as for the 'I want to steal car' types, the PS2 should serve it's purpose, along with Vice City.
17-30 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is when people start to realise that blood isn't the only reason gaming's good, and usually resort to having drinking parties with mates and many multiplayer games. So TimeSplitters2, Bomberman Generations and Super Monkey Ball are must-buys - oh, and maybe some alcohol.
XBox:
Again, get TimeSplitters2 and maybe join in with the 'XBox Live' experience. Buy more friends too.
PlayStation2:
Again (phew), TimeSplitters2 is a must-buy, as is alcohol, but Pro Evolution Soccer would be a very good choice too.
Console-less:
Usually, at this age people decide gaming is stupid, so a Tie would do, I suppose.
31-40 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is where none-stop blasting of shoot-'em-ups comes to a stop. Something a bit more peaceful, such as Doshin the Giant, would be a good idea. Then, on Christmas day, watch their eyes light up as they throw a tree in the sea and break into a fit of laughter.
XBox:
For the dirty old men of the world, give them BMX XXX. Naked women cleverly concealed into a video game. Who could ask for more? No one!
PlayStation 2:
Nightfire may well be what everyone wants. Playing the part of 007 is what many (sad) men think about. Go on, give 'em a treat this Xmas. Also one of those shavers makes them go mad. Or so it says on the adverts.
Console-less:
Again, you could get away with tie, but maybe giving them a boring sport to enjoy would be better. And hat's the most boring sport in the world? Just above Cricket, it's golf! Yes, get 'im a set of clubs and he'll be bored for years!
41-60 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is when people get a lot slower, so no puzzle games or games that involve using quick reactions. So get him a golf game.
XBox:
Get him a golf game! Or Dead or Alive: Extreme Beach Volleyball (sigh).
PlayStation 2:
A golf game! On the other hand, if e was a gangster, you could get him Vice City.
Console-less:
Ties, ties, ties! You can't go wrong. Investing in a sports car may also work, but ties are cheaper.
61-80 Years Old -
At this, there's no place for gaming. Get 'em a pet, always works.
81-120 Years Old -
The only gaming related thing I could think of is maybe a hollowed out Arcade for the sad day.
Well there you have it. Hope that helped your stocking fillers!
Thanks for reading
RiCkOsS
I could just say - buy GTA:Vice City and they'll be happy, but I have a lot of time on my hands, so I'm going to tell you what to get people, depending on their age and what console they own - if any.
0-3 Years Old -
Really, you shouldn't be getting games for children, as they tend to dribble on them, so your best bet is just give them something very cheap that looks fun. Like a lighter. Also, maybe giving the child some enthusiasm would work too. Such as; "Have a look at the flashy light! Do you want it? You do don't you? etc... etc..."
Another tip, if you decide to give them anything remotely dangerous, make sure you purchase some home and life insurance, just to be on the safe side.
4-10 Years Old -
GameCube:
This the age where children start to get into to games, so it's best to get simple games. Colourful platformers with bouncy characters like Ty the Tasmanian Tiger (shudder).
XBox:
Again, platformers are probably your best bet, so something like Blinx would be good. Colourful, platformy, what more could a child want.
PlayStation 2:
Just choose from a huge selection of colourful games, games with well-known faces is probably the best bet.
Console-less:
Although thee GameCube may pop to mind, don't be fooled, the PS2 has many more disgustingly colourful and horribly cutesy games out.
11-16 Years Old -
GameCube:
Children at this prefer one thing - gore, gore, gore! Games like Resident Evil and Eternal Darkness would be good.
XBox:
Games like JSRF would be good. Anything involving breaking the law in any way, shape of form is perfect for this age group.
PlayStation 2:
Look no further than GTA:Vice City. Blood, violence, breaking the law, there's no more ask for this bunch of... age 11-16's.
Console-less:
Although it looks a strange jewellery, the GameCube would be better for blood thirsty 'I want survival horror' children, as for the 'I want to steal car' types, the PS2 should serve it's purpose, along with Vice City.
17-30 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is when people start to realise that blood isn't the only reason gaming's good, and usually resort to having drinking parties with mates and many multiplayer games. So TimeSplitters2, Bomberman Generations and Super Monkey Ball are must-buys - oh, and maybe some alcohol.
XBox:
Again, get TimeSplitters2 and maybe join in with the 'XBox Live' experience. Buy more friends too.
PlayStation2:
Again (phew), TimeSplitters2 is a must-buy, as is alcohol, but Pro Evolution Soccer would be a very good choice too.
Console-less:
Usually, at this age people decide gaming is stupid, so a Tie would do, I suppose.
31-40 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is where none-stop blasting of shoot-'em-ups comes to a stop. Something a bit more peaceful, such as Doshin the Giant, would be a good idea. Then, on Christmas day, watch their eyes light up as they throw a tree in the sea and break into a fit of laughter.
XBox:
For the dirty old men of the world, give them BMX XXX. Naked women cleverly concealed into a video game. Who could ask for more? No one!
PlayStation 2:
Nightfire may well be what everyone wants. Playing the part of 007 is what many (sad) men think about. Go on, give 'em a treat this Xmas. Also one of those shavers makes them go mad. Or so it says on the adverts.
Console-less:
Again, you could get away with tie, but maybe giving them a boring sport to enjoy would be better. And hat's the most boring sport in the world? Just above Cricket, it's golf! Yes, get 'im a set of clubs and he'll be bored for years!
41-60 Years Old -
GameCube:
This is when people get a lot slower, so no puzzle games or games that involve using quick reactions. So get him a golf game.
XBox:
Get him a golf game! Or Dead or Alive: Extreme Beach Volleyball (sigh).
PlayStation 2:
A golf game! On the other hand, if e was a gangster, you could get him Vice City.
Console-less:
Ties, ties, ties! You can't go wrong. Investing in a sports car may also work, but ties are cheaper.
61-80 Years Old -
At this, there's no place for gaming. Get 'em a pet, always works.
81-120 Years Old -
The only gaming related thing I could think of is maybe a hollowed out Arcade for the sad day.
Well there you have it. Hope that helped your stocking fillers!
Thanks for reading
RiCkOsS