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Swag Sunday: You Rock Guitar
Ever since Guitar Hero and Rock Band made it big, there have been dozens of guitar peripherals released on the market. But, what makes You Rock Guitar different? It's actually a fully functional MIDI guitar, so you can use it as a real electric guitar when paired with a computer -- it also includes a built-in training mode, meant to teach you how to play guitar. Coupled with Rock Band 3, you might have a fighting chance at actually learning an instrument! With the included swappable cartridges, you can also turn it into a guitar controller compatible with PS3 and Wii. To enter this giveaway: Describe what you will do once you learn how to play a guitar. Open a band? Get a girlfriend? Fight demons? You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 12:00PM ET on Monday, October 4. On Monday, October 4, we'll randomly select two winners to receive a You Rock Guitar with swappable Wii and PS3 cartridges (ARV $200). (This allows you to use the guitar as a controller on either system.) For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: Custom 'Comic Jumper' Xbox 360 [update]
Update: The entry period has closed. Call it the centerpiece of Microsoft's fall "Game Feast." This custom-painted 250GB Xbox 360 (Slim) celebrates developer Twisted Pixel's upcoming action spoof Comic Jumper; part of a four-week campaign of promising Xbox Live Arcade games, dubbed the Game Feast. The promotion kicks off next Wednesday with the release of Hydrophobia, followed by Comic Jumper's October 6 debut. Head past the break for the rules of this giveaway and to enter for your chance to win this tasty system.
Swag Saturday: And Yet It Moves (WiiWare) [update]
Update: Entry period has come to a close. Keep an eye on your email to see if you won! And Yet It Moves, created by Austria-based indie dev Broken Rules, is a wonderful little puzzle-platformer that launched on the PC last year. Now it's available through WiiWare, with updated motion-based controls and additional levels and bonus modes. And wouldn't you know? We've got ten copies of this new version to gift away! To enter this giveaway: Leave a comment telling us one rule that you think should never be broken. You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US only (sorry Canada -- and the rest of the world!). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 12:00PM ET on Monday, September 20. At that time, we'll randomly select ten (10) winners to each receive And Yet It Moves for WiiWare (ARV $10.00) via the "Gift" feature in the Wii Shop Channel. Winners must provide their Nintendo Wii friend codes and be able to connect their Wii systems to the internet to receive the prize. For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: Halo: Reach 'Legendary Edition' giveaway
Update: Congratulations to the winner, Colin N.! Let's keep this Legendary giveaway ... simple. To enter for your chance to win Joystiq's Noble prize: Leave a comment on this post telling us what you'd pack if you had to flee our planet from an alien invasion. You must be 18 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 3:00PM ET tomorrow, Wednesday, September 15. At that time, we'll randomly select one winner to receive the Halo: Reach "Legendary Edition" game bundle (ARV $149.99). For a list of complete rules, click here. %Gallery-101873% What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Swag Saturday: Yuji Naka-signed Ivy the Kiwi poster, game
Do you want a man-sized Ivy the Kiwi poster, signed by creator Yuji Naka? If the answer is "yes," then you've come to the right place! Follow the rules below and you could win this super-rare poster and a copy of the game for Wii. To enter this giveaway: Leave a comment naming your favorite fruit. You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 12:00PM ET on Monday, September 13. At that time, we'll randomly select one winner to receive a signed Ivy the Kiwi poster and a copy of the game for Wii. (ARV $60). For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: Dead Rising 2 - Case Zero
[Update: Entries are closed! Check your inboxes!] Though we'd love to offer you an extravagant trip to Fortune City today, you'll have to settle for a fully paid stop in the lovely, almost lively town of Still Creek. Dead Rising 2: Case Zero, a downloadable prologue to next month's full-blown zombie plague, introduces new protagonist and dedicated father Chuck Greene. He hasn't covered even a single war, but he's watched plenty of episodes of MacGyver. It helps! If you want to throw your lot in with Chuck and win one of five Xbox Live Marketplace codes for Dead Rising 2: Case Zero, just follow the rules below. To enter: Leave a comment on this post and point out the safest place to be during a zombie outbreak. (We'll see you there.) You must be 18 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 3:00PM ET tomorrow, Tuesday, August 31. At that time, we'll randomly select five winners to each receive a download code for Dead Rising 2: Case Zero (ARV $4.99). [Code requires an Xbox Live account to redeem.] For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: Mafia 2 'Gun Lamp' and suitcase
Is that a gun? No, it's a gun lamp! 2K Games crafted some truly remarkable swag over the course of Mafia 2's promotion -- including a rather authentic-looking suitcase, filled with some "classified documents." One Joystiq reader will be sent the lamp, the briefcase, and a copy of the game on the platform of their choice. To enter this giveaway: Leave a comment describing the most deadly furniture you own. Also, let us know what your preferred platform is! You must be 17 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 5:00PM ET on Thursday, August 26. At that time, we'll randomly select one grand prize winner to receive a limited edition Mafia 2 lamp, suitcase, and a copy of the game on either PS3, Xbox 360 or PC. (ARV $100). Two runner-ups will receive a copy of the game. (ARV $60). For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Swag Saturday: Monday Night Combat and mascot kits
Monday Night Combat is fun. We're sure you love it, but how much do you love it? Do you love it enough to become an official MNC mascot? Well, with one of these official Monday Night Combat mascot starter kits, you can! Just enter this giveaway for a chance to win one of two kits loaded with goodies, including an MNC baseball cap, bacon-flavored treats (salt, popcorn and ... lip balm?), chocolate coins, a 4GB flash drive, a Pitgirl poster and a Pitgirl statue. And, because we're so nice, we'll throw in a code for the actual game too! To enter this giveaway Leave a comment telling us which Monday Night Combat character class best describes you: Assault, Gunner, Sniper, Support, Assassin or Tank. You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 5:00PM ET on Sunday, August 22. At that time, we'll randomly select 2 winners to each receive one Monday Night Combat mascot starter kit (ARV $50) and one redemption code for Monday Night Combat (ARV $15). [Code requires an Xbox Live account to redeem.] For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: BioShock Infinite swag bag, 'murder of crows' drink, posters
Following last night's press event for BioShock Infinite, Irrational Games handed out swag bags with some decidedly cool stuff inside. Instead of the usual – a notebook! – the dev packed in two posters, some chocolates, and this fancy "Murder of Crows" statuette slash bottle, just like the one Booker DeWitt drank from in our preview of the game. While we can hear something sloshing around in there, we can't open the bottle to learn what it is. It's like a piggy bank – you'll need to smash it to get what's inside, but we'll leave that decision up to the three of you. That's right, we've got three bags and we're giving them away to three of you. Take a peek in our gallery to see exactly what you'll get and head past the break for our giveaway rules. %Gallery-99314%
Joyswag: Suit up for Monday Night Combat [update: giveaway closed]
Update: That's it! The giveaway is now closed and the winners have been notified. Check those inboxes! Dear readers, we understand your confusion. After all, it's obviously Wednesday and not Monday. It's very unorthodox, we'll admit, but maybe this will help: We're giving away five copies of Monday Night Combat for Xbox Live Arcade. It's pretty great -- just read our review -- and you should really enter the giveaway. Winning would be almost better than bacon. Almost. To enter: Leave a comment on this post telling us about your greatest bacon-related experience You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 6:00PM ET today, Wednesday, August 11. At that time, we'll randomly select five grand prize winners to each receive a download code for Monday Night Combat (ARV $15). [Code requires an Xbox Live account to redeem.] For a list of complete rules, click here.
Swag Saturday: Clash of the Titans (360) [update]
Update: We've closed the comments and will be contacting a winner shortly. Thanks for commenting! Unless you're a big Madden fan, there's still a few weeks before the deluge of holiday releases begins and we're all swept away in its overabundance. It's the perfect time to pick up a title that might fall by the wayside in the next month or so -- say, like this week's Swag Saturday giveaway, Clash of the Titans. Sure, Justin probably wouldn't agree that anyone should spend time with it, but, well, it's free! How can you say no? Drop a comment below with your favorite character from the 1981 film for a chance to win -- and keep an eye on your commenter-tied inbox! You should probably also watch out for the Kraken. He is, after all, right behind you. To enter this giveaway: Leave a comment with your favorite character from the 1981 film. You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 7:01PM ET on Sunday, August 7. At that time, we will randomly select one winner to receive a copy of Clash of the Titans (Xbox 360) (ARV $60). For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Swag Saturday: Halo 3: ODST [update]
Update: We've closed the comments, folks! Keep an eye on your inbox! Everyone and their mothers might be plugging away at StarCraft 2 all weekend, but we've got another grip of space marines for you to catch up with: the ODSTs. In the run up to Halo: Reach's launch, we thought giving out last year's chapter in the Halo franchise couldn't hurt. Don't forget it's got the entire Halo 3 multiplayer experience packed in -- oooh, and beta access to Reach! Oh, right. Anyway, let us know in the comments below what's got you most excited about the final Halo game from Bungie and you could win yourself a copy! To enter this giveaway: Leave a comment telling us what's got you most excited for Halo: Reach. You must be 18 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 5:31PM ET on Sunday, August 1. At that time, we will randomly select one winner to receive a copy of Halo 3: ODST for the Xbox 360 (ARV $29.99). For a list of complete rules, click here.%Gallery-72961% What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: Xbox 360 Slim, 250GB version
[Update: We've got a winner! Congrats to @drfloppyphd for his RT.] When Microsoft announced it was giving everyone present at its E3 press conference a gratis Xbox 360 Slim, we told you to expect to see our units up for grabs shortly thereafter. Sure, it's been a little longer than we'd have liked, but we're finally set to give these things away. We're starting today with a simple, Twitter-flavored giveaway. It's easy: Retweet our tweet about the Joystiq iPhone app video tour Not sure how to retweet? Watch this helpful video Feel free to include a message with your retweet (we really want more reviews!) Example: "You really should download (and review!) the new Joystiq app! RT @joystiq Video tour: Joystiq app for iPhone, iPod Touch http://bit.ly/cqYmVE" You have until 7pm ET tomorrow, Thursday July 29 At that time, we'll randomly select one winner to receive a 250GB Xbox 360 "Slim" (ARV $300) You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec) Limit 1 entry per person For a list of complete rules, click here Keep your eyes out for more chances to win of of our two remaining Slims in the coming weeks. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: Get stuck in Limbo [update: giveaway closed]
Update: The giveaway is now over, and confirmation emails have been sent to the winners. Check your inbox! Since we've already reviewed Limbo -- check it out! -- there won't be an XBLA in Brief preview this week. In its place is this giveaway: Four lucky entrants will receive Limbo and enough creeps to last a lifetime. To enter: Leave a comment telling us the scariest thing you've ever seen in the dark. You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 6:00PM ET today, Wednesday, July 21. At that time, we'll randomly select four grand prize winners to each receive a download code for Limbo (ARV $15). [Code requires an Xbox Live account to redeem.] For a list of complete rules, click here. Update: We've recieved three additional codes and are now offering the game to four winners! What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: Win a trip for two to PAX, courtesy of HotHead Games and DeathSpank
Update: Congratulations to grand prize winner Stefan, and to the eight first prize winners! He is DeathSpank: Defender of Justice. Vanquisher of Evil. Hero to the Downtrodden. Guy who's footing the bill for you and a friend, loved one, or really lucky stranger to attend PAX Prime! But who is this "you" we speak of? Well, it could be you, provided you're the winner of this epic giveaway brought to you by DeathSpank's gracious overlords at Hothead Games and your pals here at Joystiq. Otherwise it will be someone else, who may or may not laugh at your misfortune -- that jerk! Don't be the one who that jerk potentially laughs at -- heed the rules, cross your fingers and enter for your chance to score free airfare, lodging, attendance to PAX, and the possibility of being referred to as "Sir" or "Miss" for a change. That, and the ultimate honor: being able to say, "I'm with DeathSpank!" To enter this giveaway: 1. Visit DeathSpank.com and search for "the Artifact" image (pictured below) that's been hidden on one of the pages there. The Artifact will be clearly visible and looks like this: 2. Locate and copy your own unique "Joystiq Code" that appears beneath the Artifact image. 3. Return to this giveaway post and paste your code in a comment to enter for your chance to win. Head past the break for complete rules and details.
Swag Saturday: Naughty Bears [update]
Update: This one's over, folks! Keep an eye on those inboxes to see if you won! Looking to scare some pain into your life? Seven naughty Joystiq readers will win a copy of Naughty Bear, courtesy of 505 Games. Plus, three especially naughty readers will also take home a Naughty Bear statue. Isn't it adorably murderous? To enter this giveaway: Leave a comment inventing a new sidekick for Naughty Bear. (Example: "Irritated Platypus") You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 2:30PM ET on Sunday, July 18. At that time, we will randomly select three (3) grand prize winners to receive a copy of Naughty Bear (Xbox 360) and a Naughty Bear statue (ARV $80); and four (4) first prize winners to receive a copy of Naughty Bear (Xbox 360) (ARV $50). For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: Set of Afterglow controllers for PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii
[Update: We've got a winner! If you're username "iFester" you need to go check your email! We aren't typically unnerved by packages sent to Joystiq HQ, but for the life of us, we can't figure out how this box of Afterglow controllers from PDP is functioning. There's no visible battery, no plug and no solar panel, which leaves only one possible power source: Witchcraft. We want these foul magicks out of our home! To enter this giveaway: Leave a comment telling us your favorite spell. You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 2:00PM ET on Friday, July 9. At that time, we will randomly select one winner to receive four Afterglow controllers and carrying case (ARV $119.99). For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Joyswag: Modern Warfare 2 'Resurgence Package' DLC for PS3 & PC
At long last, PS3 and PC players of Modern Warfare 2 can get their share of the Resurgence Package. The DLC adds five "new" maps, including two returning maps from Call of Duty 4. For your chance to score a free download code for the pack, you'll want to become a Joystiq fan on Facebook. Here's how to enter this giveaway: Join Joystiq's Facebook fan page at facebook.com/Joystiq. Then, leave one comment with your PlayStation Network ID or Steam ID on this Facebook thread. You must be 18 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. The entry period is now open and will end at 10:00AM ET on Thursday, July 8. At that time, we will randomly select 10 valid entries to receive a code to download the Modern Warfare 2 Resurgence Package DLC for PS3 (ARV $14.99) and 5 valid entries to receive a code for the PC version (ARV $14.99). Codes will be distributed via Facebook. Please ensure your privacy settings allow for incoming private messages. Codes are only compatible with a North American PSN master account or a valid Steam account and require a copy of Modern Warfare 2 and internet access to redeem. For a list of complete rules, click here.
Joyswag: Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds E3 2010 shirts [update]
Update: We've closed the comments and will pick two lucky winners shortly. Keep an eye on your inboxes! Marvel vs Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds looks Human Torch hot (character not confirmed) on the E3 showfloor -- but these limited edition shirts worn by Capcom staff were certainly another eye-catcher around the booth. The picture above doesn't do this high-quality shirt justice. We've got two medium-sized shirts to give away -- not to the same person, mind you -- so just follow these rules: Leave a comment telling us who would win in a fight: Marvel or Capcom? You must be 13 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 12:00PM ET on Monday, June 21, 2010. At that time, we will randomly select 2 winners to each receive one "Fate of Two Worlds" T-shirt (no ARV; promotional item not for resale). Check your emails! For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
Swag Saturday: Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker & autographed guide
Yep, that's Hideo Kojima, director of the recently-released Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker. Yep, that's him signing an official strategy guide for the critically-acclaimed PSP game. And yep, it's going to you -- with a free copy of the game on UMD -- provided you enter and win this giveaway! Leave a comment telling us what your favorite Hideo Kojima-directed game is. You must be 18 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec). Limit 1 entry per person. This entry period ends at 5:00PM ET on Friday, June 18. At that time, we will randomly select one winner to receive a copy of Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker on UMD and an autographed copy of the Prima Essential Guide (ARV: $55). For a list of complete rules, click here. What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. Please note that Joyswag may be in "used" condition. For more info on our policy, click here.
