VUDU: Disc to Digital

I just got an email from VUDU saying that they can convert your physical disks to digital media available for streaming. Here's how it works.

You'll have to create a VUDU and UltraViolet account.
Search for the movies that you already own and add it to your list.
Print the list and head to Walmart to turn in your discs.

From the description, it sounds like they keep your disc, but from the hands-on it appears they just stamp the disc so that no one else will trade it in. If anyone tries this out, let me know what you think. I'm willing to do this for a small fee ($2.00 to direct conversion and $5.00 to upgrade from SD to HD).

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VUDU: Disc to Digital
Hands-on

3D Gaming: WipEout HD

In my spare time, I've been playing WipEout HD to firstly get back into the game and secondly to try out the 3D. I've played the game many times and have yet to beat the game. With the 3D, it adds a nice touch and the 3D is done very well. The pop-out is subtle and the depth is superb.

Overall: ***** (5/5)

3D Gaming: Shadow of the Colossus

I've spent a good amount of time playing Shadow of the Colossus in 3D trying to get all the trophies for the game. With my past experience with Jak and Daxter's 3D, I wasn't very hopeful with this transition. However, the developers did a great job with the 3D! From my understanding, Team ICO had developed the engine with 3D in mind, so it may have been a bit easier to do the conversion. But regardless, the 3D is spectacular!

The game runs smoothly in 3D and the pop-out seems to adjust based on where your character is compared to the camera. You heard me right. There's pop-out in this game. It's a subtle pop-out that gives the character and the Colossus more depth. I would totally recommend purchasing this title if you have a 3D TV.

Overall: ***** (5/5)