Brakken is back again brining you another quality review which is ISO-420 certified. I've finally
been sent one of Team Xtender's Game Cube top half replacement cases for review.
I am posting this review to clear up misconceptions many people have over rumors circulating
about the quality of these cases. Previous reviews posted by Team Xtender's competitors have
shown damaged products and made claims with no proof to back it up. I hope you find my review
honest as I have taken much time to check all of the cases features and to take pictures and
videos for proof.
A case is a case is a case as it should seem, but this case is a step in the right direction
compared to the other case on the market. After opening the package it came in the first thing
I noticed was it's weight as it's made from a higher quality and thick plastic.
After turning it upside down to take a look inside I noticed that it indeed uses cheaper
solutions for the buttons then the original Cube case does and then I also side the sides
were indeed warped a bit, but nothing compared to other defective cases on the market.
Installation
Fitting the case was a breeze except for having to cut one of the screw poles inside the
case to make room for the Viper GC chip. One would think that a case made specifically for a
Cube with a Viper GC chip in it would have been made to accommodate the chip. I have heard
you can relocate your chip, but since I permanently attached it to the fan chassis that wasn't
an option. To remove it I took a pair of wire cutters and cut the screw post half way down and
then twisted the top half left and right until it broke free.
After the pole was removed the case slid gently down on the bottom half of the Cube and fit
perfectly. There were no gaps to be seen, no need to pull out on both sides and find someone
else to push down on the case while you try to screw it on. Next I screwed the case on and all
four screws fit snug and didn't stay lose. Also there were no grinding and/or plastic warping
noises when I tightened the screws.
Opening and closing the lid was not an issue. It doesn't get stuck half way up and when it's
closed there is no gap for dust to get in.
Next came the inserting and removal of full sized media. There is a large gap in the front of
the case which will allow you to remove the media using one hand and is hassle free. Many people
claimed removing media from these cases was worse then competitors, but I guess we all know who
was lying now don't we.
The lights were a nice addition and work well. All you do is press down on the Viper GC logo
on the case and they turn on. Overall I am very satisfied with this case and hope that the
minor problems that are present are fixed in later versions.
Dip in the front of the lid to remove media with one hand!
The handle is still present on the back for easy portability!
Built in light show!
You can still see the LED shine!
Negatives
If you're using a Viper GC chip mounted on the fan chassis you will
have to find a pair of wire cutters or tin snips and remove the screw post that is positioned
where the Viper GC chip sits. The only way around this is to move the chip.
There is no place for a normal jewel and it comes pre-tagged with a
Viper GC sticker. The sticker is about the same quality as other cases, but I think you should
have had the option to put it on yourself.
Conclusion
As this case is the second one to hit the market one would hope that it would surpass the other
alternative and it has! I'm completely satisfied with this case and was left with a good feeling
when I installed it. Sure this case has minor flaws, but compared to other flaws plaguing other
cases they are barely noticeable.
If you weren't one of the unlucky people to jump on the bandwagon and purchase a faulty case I
would highly recommend this case as it's worth the money you will spend on it and if you are
one of those unlucky people and actually care about what you buy and are plagued with problems
I would also recommend replacing your old case right away!
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Installs as promised quickly and easily!
If you're using a Viper GC chip mounted on the fan chassis you will
have to find a pair of wire cutters or tin snips and remove the screw post that is positioned
where the Viper GC chip sits. The only way around this is to move the chip.