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Posts with tag CaseMod
360 custom case lights warn of overheating
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Diamond 360 Case Mod
NCSXshop.com has a really cool Xbox 360 replacement shell available for $49. It's called the XCM Diamond case, and is an obvious homage to the "Crystal" Xbox from the previous generation. The clear case also comes with a replacement shell for your controller as well, giving you a clear view into the inner workings of both your console and gamepad. Also available at the site is the step by step case removal instructions, which voids warranty. Unfortuantely, the link for how to install the DCM Diamond case takes you to the same page, so you'll just have to retrace the steps back to the beginning. Still, would any of you consider getting this to pimp out your 360's case?[Via TopBlogPosts]
Take a look, a plethora of 360 case mods
Back in the day we posted a few Xbox 360s with case mods that we felt were either really good or pretty bad. But there are a lot more modded 360s out there created by some talented (and not so talented) people. We found a Flickr montage of some unique 360 case mods that you and your peers have completed. It's awesome to see so many people making their 360 personalized and taking on a case mod. Personally, we've claimed defeat to Microsoft and the whole case mod idea. What can we say, we want our warranty to stay in tact. But if you're willing to throw caution to the wind and take the plunge, by all means make your 360 case something special.
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Gears of War 360 case mod pwns
Do you remember that Half Life 2 case mod we featured a little while back? Yeah, just forget about that, because there's a new case mod on the block and is much sexier. The Gears of War case mod to the right is not only stylish, sleek, dark, edgy, and friggin' gory (I ran out of adjectives), but makes me want to curb stomp someone. The white ring of light really works, the etching on the side of the case is superb, and overall the craftsmanship rivals that of the HL2 mod. Check out more pictures after the break.[Via Digg]
Combine fear the Half-Life 2 case mod
360 Fanboy reader, PiNPOiNT, sent us some pictures of his newly finished Half-Life 2 case mod. We have to say, it's flippin' sweet. Even the lighting in the photograph is topnotch. The left side of the case (at right) features a cut away window with the HL2 logo in the corner. The right side features another logo which is raised off the surface of the case. All in all, it's some very impressive work. There is no denying that the Half-Life 2 megapackage coming to the 360 is worth celebrating, but we hope we won't upset PiNPOiNT when we remind him that the game was delayed. Hopefully, his spiffy mod will brighten his days until the game releases this summer. Check out bigger, beefier images after the break.
Custom Rockstar Table Tennis 360
Give Llamma.com credit for coming up with a Rockstar-commissioned Table Tennis case mod that goes beyond the usual paint job and faceplate. One of these babies is destined for a future give-away, but if you have the time and desire to build your own ping pong prize, they provide a list of supplies and directions.
[Thanks AoE]
Xbox 360 tissue-dispensing alarm clock
Jordan Keeling, one of the snot-nosed morons (he takes it as a compliment) behind smashsomestuff.com created this oddly familiar tissue-dispensing alarm clock in honor of this blog. Thanks man. There's no clock display shown in this case mod pic, but he says the ring of light functions as a snooze button. Time to re-purpose that Core System, especially if you suffer from a runny nose.
Ruby Red 360 Euro Case
XCM is trying to decide whether or not to put their "Euro" case mod into full scale production. Should they?
Pimp my 360: chrome edition
TeamXtender has released the XCM 360 Full Chrome Case mod. Those dying to be the king of bling can pick it up now from DecalGirl. It's sure to be a hit a parties and attract more fingerprints than an iPod and PSP put together.
As an added bonus, the chrome case goes great with the chrome controller shell. Anybody plan on picking this up?
[Via Xbox-Scene]Water + 360 = Cool
Behold the internally water cooled 360. As noted by Xbox-Scene, there have been other -- more Frankensteinian -- water cooled 360s, but this is the first to be completely internal. All the hardware is inside the case itself. No easy task, to be sure. Dano2k0, creator of the mod, explains his inspiration:
"It had been talked about in the past about having a complete internal watercooling system and everyone doubted it would ever be possible due to the lack of space. This is when i got the idea of pulling off the impossible, and it hit my requirements perfect, a completly [sic] portable solution with the cooling needs i was after, in the exact same original sized case."
One time, I tried to cool my 360 by pouring water into the disc drive ... it didn't work.
[Thanks Revadarth and GP2S]
Team Xtender's New Mod is L.E.Delicious [update 1]
Team Xtender just announced the winner of the XCM 360 Full Case side panel design contest. The winning design -- entitled "Black Knight" -- was created by a mysterious individual known only as Hector, and comes in both red and blue LED varieties. Team Xtender plans to run a small production of this limited edition design so, if you want one you'd best hurry.
Of course, it's no surprise that Hector won: the Black Knight always triumphs!
[update: fixed a capitalization error. Blogging is hard!]
How-to for Fantasy360 controller shell
In addition to being a horrible name for any product short of a Unicorn-themed globe, the Fantasy360 controller shell is a complete Xbox 360 controller case replacement. They don't have a shipping product, a place to buy it from, or even a price yet, but they do have a pretty sweet step-by-step guide on Flickr on how to put the damned thing together.
They're supposed to be available in four semi-transparent colors--and Chrome--this June, according to their press release which is available after the break, courtesy Xbox-Scene.
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Vinyl case stickers instead of case replacement
While there will be replacement cases for those seeking to radically alter the look of their 360s, I imagine plenty won't want to undergo the process. If case cutouts aren't your bag, but you want more than just a faceplate, try tricking out your 360 with one of 360covers' vinyl Xbox 360 skins.
Some of these are really cool, especially the NES skin pictured, at at $20, they're a minor investment.
Xbox 360 replacement case concepts
Team Xtender is showing off the concept art for their Xbox 360 replacement case. There are two different concepts, one featuring an X-shaped cutout in the side, and the other a square (pictured). A neat idea to save yourself the trouble of spraypainting, and cutting out the plexiglass window. One has to wonder how easy it is though to transport the entire guts from one case to another. The case itself is screwless, which is sure to present some trouble to your average Joe.
One thing is sure, this will void the hell out of your warranty.
[Via Xbox-Scene]
Beauty and the beast: 360 case mods
It was inevitable. We'd seen some before and we'll see plenty more.Casemods.
Now, I understand the impetus behind the original Xbox casemodding craze -- the thing was ugly! Some spraypaint and blue LEDs was about all one could do to make it look like anything but a comically monolithic, black plastic "X." The 360, on the other hand, is a nice looking piece of gear. It's something I'm proud to have on my entertainment center. Heck, I don't even like the faceplates, preferring to keep it simple and clean.
That being said, the following casemod is relatively tame. The paint job is nice looking and thorough; however, the "mod inside" sticker is a little misleading since there is no functioning modchip (yes, we know about the Team ICE soap opera). A "mod outside" sticker might be more applicable here.
Anyone here disagree? Anyone think the 360 is ugly and deserving of a casemod, or just think that the casemod aesthetic is better/cooler/whatever? I stand resolute. I think Mr. Hayes and his team have done a fine job.
