Posts Written by Paul Strauss

Limited to a single print run, the Collector’s Edition of the Final Fantasy XIII Guide is a 272-page hardcover that includes walkthroughs, extras, and a bonus 16-page story overview.

The 5.6L V8 400 hp/405 lb-ft Nissan Patrol is a sign of things to come for the U.S., both as the 2011 QX56 and as an Armada replacement; it’s sedate outside, but the interior is bling-tastic.

Super Street Fighter IV celebrates Valentine’s Day the only way it knows how in this Femme Fatale trailer; Juri, Chun-Li, and Cammy duke it out in the game’s now famous art style.

Inspired by WW2’s Spitfire fighter, Bremont’s Supermarine Descent is actually a high-flying diver’s watch, good to 500 meters; it features a 42mm shock resistant and anti-magnetic case.

If you need a V-day card and are lucky enough to be married to a Jedi, James Stowe’s Star Wars Valentines are perfect for couples and friends alike; there are six cards, one per Episode.

Halo Reach’s release date remains murky (rumored: 9/24/10), but its developers give us a surprisingly clear behind-the-scenes look at the game’s graphics engine in this 7-minute ViDoc.

Matech gives the Ford GT a new lease on life and turns it into a true racecar with the 2010 Matech Ford GT1; its engine, transmission, suspension, and aerodynamics are completely new.

Stay light on your feet (and lighted under your feet) with Flexdex’s Photon Light Board; made from clear plastic, its LEDs will last 6 hours on a charge and its colors can be customized.

V-Day is probably the only day these Control-a-Man and Control-a-Woman controls will “work;” they’re customized for each gender, but it’s telling that both share a “mute” button.

Command & Conquer 4 not only wraps up the Tiberian plotline but focuses on player choice; this Campaign trailer discusses its class system, player progression, and AI-driven missions.

Oakley spares no expense with its Banger Golf Bag; it features a 7″x11″ top with 6-way divider and putter pit, swivel bucket carry system, shoe & umbrella storage, and wide-stance stand.

Hallowed ground for both Yankees fans and their pinstriped legends, own a brick from the original Monument Park; each includes a cherry wood base and Letter of Authenticity.

Henrik Sønniksen’s Vegeterrible gives us a terrifying glimpse into the inner workings of a fridge; this deliciously animated short turns rotten food decay into an epic battle for survival.

The past and future of Charlotte, North Carolina literally unfolds in Metropolis; made by artist Rob Carter, the stop motion video is made entirely of images of buildings printed on paper.

Its signature howl is the last thing SG-1 wants to hear, but this Death Glider makes an ideal gift for Goa’uld and Tau’ri alike; it includes a Stargate/DHD diorama and is limited to 1500.

NSFW: this Tools of the Trade trailer for Dead Rising 2 is a detailed look at your impromptu weapons; painfully clear: even the best braaains are no match for giant moose heads.

New for 2010: Cold Steel’s Recon I tactical folding knives sport Teflon-finished Japanese stainless steel blades, G-10 laminate scale handles, and patent-pending Tri-Ad locks.

The Anti-Pirate Potato Cannon is written for young mariners, but with 101 tips that include brewing biofuel, fighting sharks, and waging paintball sea battles, it’s for the young-at-heart, too.

Killers isn’t the first romantic comedy/assassin movie ever, but we’ll watch any flick with Tom Selleck (and his ‘stache) at least once; in theaters 6/4/10, it stars Ashton Kutcher and Katherine Heigl.

Pierre DeRoche’s GrandCliff TNT Penta watch is a symphony of five discs, with two for date and three for time; limited to 201 pieces, it features a 45.5mm black PVD titanium case.

Spidey fans may not be happy with Sam Raimi, but it could be worse: Wes Anderson’s Spider-Man trashes our spider-senses with its goofy mix of Life Aquatic, Tenenbaums, and more.

Ideal for guys with explosive taste, these Explosion Cabinets have working drawers that can be united or wall-mounted for maximum impact; each is made out of hand-stained maple.

It takes a little while to get warmed up, but God of War III’s Vengeance trailer is smokin’ with a fast-paced sequence of big moments from the game; surprisingly, all of it is real-time gameplay.