Enter "The Arena", a patented device that, through the use of cardboard and mirrors, allows you to split -- up to a 27 inch television screen -- into 2-4 segments, all while sitting comfortably in a room. What Is "The Arena"? With 4 players, you are arranged around the television like this. "The Arena" is simply a device that sits in front of your television, and

It is with this nifty device that each person will see only their segment of the screen. Players in the upper left and right sit on theside of the TV. To order/get more info about "The Arena", check out http://www.comp-systems.com

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Mike - 
If you are looking to add some variety to your multiplayer matches, "The Arena" is a MUST. It is amazing how this device's use of mirrors allows for 4 players to sit comfortably in a room, as far from the TV as they want, and still be able to see only their 1/4 of the screen. Having tried to create a divider for Goldeneye, and failed, I can appreciate the design of "The Arena"; it truly is remarkable. 

I would recommend buying "The Arena" just for its use with Perfect Dark alone; it really gives the multiplayer matches a whole new feel. A typical player runs around levels without a ton of regard to their location in a room, but with this divider, to be successful, you'll quickly find that your whole general strategy has changed. You'll be much more cautious, look down hallways before darting through them, and avoid running through the middle of rooms, for example. It does a remarkable job adding the element of surprise to Perfect Dark, and I'd recommend anyone who enjoys Perfect Dark multiplayer to give "The Arena" a whirl. 

However, it is great fun with other games too. It has the same effect on Goldeneye, Turok, Quake, or Duke Nukem matches, and is interesting to use in Mario Kart, Battle Tanx (Queenlord mode is spectacular), and Vigilante 8. Rest assured, "The Arena" accomplishes its purpose of dividing the screen, and it does it well. 


Tariq -
Quite simply, this rather simple device has added such a huge element to almost every multi-player game. The element of surprise will do a lot to you, such as create a sense of fear and panic that you would not normally feel. In multi-player shooters, for example, you can actually hide in places and snipe people around you, without having too much fear of anyone sneaking up behind you, except by chance. By doing this, it also makes games more realistic, and way more fun. Also, it actually allows some games to have a multiplayer, such as Starcraft 64, when that is released in June. Without a screen divider, the multiplayer in starcraft would be extremely stupid, for you could see exactly what your opponent was doing. Although the price for this innovative item may be a bit steep, it is definitely worth it. It is less than the price of a normal game, and yet it adds so much to almost every game. I highly recommend this, especially once you get to know the levels in Perfect Dark. 

The only fault is because we didn't have a table large enough to place the TV on, we had to put it on the floor, which caused severe back pains. :-(

 

The Lowdown on  The Arena [Accessory] Aesthetics: Very Good Control: Gameplay: Multiplayer: Awesome Sound: Innovation: 6/6 Lasting Appeal: 6/6 Overall: Very Good! "A Must-Buy"