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Akimbot – Summer Game Fest Preview
If you are a millennial, you probably remember the good old days of action platformers. In the late 90s and early 2000s, games like Jak and Daxter, Ratchet and Clank, Crash Bandicoot, God of War, Sly Cooper, and Psychonauts dominated the marketplace and were some of the most popular titles in the PlayStation 2 era. Over the last decade, platformers have become less popular but still have remained ...[Read More]
Monster Jam Showdown Summer Game Fest Preview
As a child, what was your favorite thing to play with? Did you like playing with Dolls/Action Figures, sticks, balls, trading cards, board games, and/or cars? Did you want to be a cop, a race car driver, a soldier, a robber, a housewife, a model, a lawyer, or something else? As a child, I enjoyed crashing cars into each other, driving them around tracks, and launching them off ramps. Although that...[Read More]
Magic the Gathering – Assassin’s Creed Set – SGF Preview
When you think of Magic the Gathering, what do you think of? Do you think of the movie’s depiction of the game (Nerdy/Geeky) or do you think of a card game similar to Pokemon or Yugioh? During the ’90s and early 2000s, Magic the Gathering and other trading card games were considered a nerdy and expensive hobby. In the 2010s, thanks to the popularity of Stranger Things, Game of Thrones...[Read More]
Monster Hunter Now Season 2 Preview – SGF
In 2016, the launch of Pokemon Go caused a global sensation, with enthusiasts venturing outdoors to seek their digital companions. This groundbreaking game encouraged players to walk, run, and even drive in the pursuit of capturing their favorite digital creatures, bringing joy and excitement to millions. The thrill of catching new creatures and battling for control of gyms captivated players, but...[Read More]
Dread XP Heartworm Preview PAX East 2024
If you are a millennial, you probably look back at the games released in the 90s and early 2000s with rose-tinted glasses (Nostalgia). Let’s be honest, those games released during that time created new franchises and inspired a ton of other games. Over the last thirty years, Silent Hill and Resident Evil have inspired and redefined the horror industry. Horror games such as The Evil Within, L...[Read More]
Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered Demo Impressions & Suda 51 Interview
Have you ever thought to yourself, “Man, I really wish X game could have a remaster or remake?” Throughout the last decade, gaming companies have capitalized on gamers/fans chasing nostalgia and wanting to reconnect with their favorite franchises. Sometimes a remake/remaster can be exactly what the fans are looking for EX: Resident Evil 2 to 4, Destroy All Humans, and Diablo 2; some re...[Read More]
Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game PAX East Preview
For almost a decade, games have tried to knock Dead by Daylight off its throne as the king of the asymmetric multiplayer landscape, especially when it comes to survival horror. While Friday the 13th and Evil Dead did their best, nothing really has come close so far.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Demo Impressions
Last week, when Sony announced that they would be doing a State of Play for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, I knew it was time to go back and clear Crisis Core Final Fantasy 7 Reunion out of my backlog. As many of you know, Final Fantasy games can take a while to beat especially if you are an adult with multiple responsibilities. Even with that in mind, I decided to sit down and start Crisis Core with th...[Read More]
Foamstars Preview and Beta Details
Since 2015, Nintendo has been unchallenged when it comes to some of its top titles. Everyone wants to be the next Legend of Zelda, Metroid, Pokemon, or Mario but few rarely reach that status. In 2015, Nintendo unleashed a new title that would be the start of a new franchise, Splatoon. Over the last eight years, Splatoon has taken the world by storm with its quirky characters, competitive shooting,...[Read More]
Persona 3 Reload PAX West 2023 Impressions
When it comes to PAX East or PAX West, you typically expect that a majority of the games will be indie titles; however, at PAX West 2023 there was a surprising amount of AAA titles available for guests to check out. In one hall, guests could check out Bauldur’s Gate 3 and Tekken 8. In the other hall, guests could check out the Pokemon Trading Card Game, Final Fantasy XVI, Foamstars, and the ...[Read More]
Disgea 7 Anime Expo 2023 Preview
Since the introduction of video games, developers have looked to establish themselves and create fan-favorite franchises. Despite some franchises lasting decades, not every game within a franchise is beloved. Some games in a series are considered the Black Sheep, with developers wanting you to forget that they even exist. However, when gamers hold developers accountable, one of two things happens,...[Read More]
CRYMACHINA Anime Expo 2023 Preview
During our visit to the NIS America booth, our primary focus was on Disgaea 7 and The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie. While we were present, we witnessed a proposal being made to Prinny. At Anime Expo 2023, attendees had the unique opportunity to obtain a special Disgaea 7 keychain by completing a particular fan activity. To receive the reward, guests had to check out the Disgaea 7 Cosplaye...[Read More]