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the shocking mouse, perfect for the annoying co-worker

mouse toy prank electric shock

If you’re cheap, you can pick up some random iPod knockoff designed to deliver a nasty hilarious shock to the hands of the unwary Grabby McGrabberson. Isn’t laughter worth more than $3.95? Of course it is, why is why big spenders shell out $5.99 for the shocking mouse. Remember, folks: this is about amusement. What’s…

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April 11th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: alisha k.

filed under: cool toys just plain fun

nes quilt celebrates nostalgic diversity

nes nintendo quilt craft custom pixel 8-bit

There’ve been a lot of bad-ass 8-bit quilts spread across the Internet, but usually, they’re dedicated to one game, serving as a showcase for a single NES-era memory. Not so with this quilt; this bad boy is more about the entire experience, so it’s fitting that it’s called “THE” Nintendo Quilt.

The gang’s all here……

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February 10th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: alisha k.

filed under: geek art + craft technology video games

bang bang, my zapper shot you down [wii]

nintendo wii zapper gun mod controller

Some people want games to be as sweet as sugar, with showers of fresh blossoms and lollipops instead of blood, and frolicking in place of combat. Those aren’t the people who made this custom Wii Zapper. No, these are the people who crave more realism in gaming… or at least comfortable shooting controls.

Creator THeOReos…

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December 30th, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: alisha k.

filed under: cool toys hacks + mods technology video games

show your duck hunt love with the nes light gun cuff

NES Light Gun Cuff

What better way to literally wear your (Duck Hunt-smitten) heart on your sleeve than with this vinyl NES Light Gun cuff?

You can purchase this sexy/nerdy item from bettydeath on Etsy for 20 bucks. She’s clearly a little quirky. For example, in the item description she busts out with the following paragraph: “If you have…

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June 7th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: karen m.

filed under: geek art + craft video games