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Digital Downloads, Physical Media, And The Future Of Used Video Games
What are the benefits of owning physical media like game cartridges/discs as opposed to digitally downloaded versions of the same games? Why spend money on shelf space when it’s cheaper to buy hard drive space?…
3 Classic Maps We’d LOVE To See For The Next Modern Warfare 3 DLC
I love the idea of bringing back classic maps for new games. In fact, why stop at Modern Warfare maps? Why not throw in some maps from completely different games?…
Announcing The Marvel Giant-Man HeroClix Giveaway Winner(s)!
The most creative entry has got to be by Ralph Harless. Ralph submitted this truly unique video of how his Hulk HeroClix spent his summer vacation….
Are We Facing Another Atari-Like Gaming Crash?
Before, Atari was much more than just some logo that comes up before you play. It also almost completely destroyed the video game industry. …
Failure To Re-Launch: 21 Games That Need A Reboot (10-7)
We continue our coverage of 21 games that desperately need a reboot or a re-launch (aka a sequel). Let’s take a look at numbers 10 to 7….
[GIVEAWAY] Marvel’s Giant-Man Heroclix – A 2012 Convention Exclusive!
We’re giving away a Heroclix Henry Pym, AKA Giant Man that also includes exclusive Ant-Man! As a 2012 Convention Exclusive, not many have their hands on this Heroclix, so naturally, we’re going to make you work for this one! …
Kickstarter To Fund Ouya – An Open Source Game Console!
there are only 3 commercial game console developers. However, thanks to Ouya and massive Kickstarter support, a new console will be born!…
Failure To Re-Launch – 21 Games That Need A Reboot (15-11)
We continue our coverage of 21 games that desperately need a reboot or a re-launch (aka a sequel). Let’s take a look at numbers 15 to 11….
[EXCLUSIVE DOWNLOAD] – New Wizkids/NECA Portal 2 Sentry Turret Collectible Figures!
Today, Wizkids/NECA released the details on their whole set of Portal 2 Sentry Turret figures, and you can download the set checklist now!…
Portal 2 Gun Replicas and Jumpsuits: The Next Best Thing to Actually Putting Holes in the Wall
We take a look at NECA’s Portal 2 gun and jumpsuit replicas, coming soon to an altered reality near you….
Failure To Re-Launch – 21 Games That Need A Reboot (21-16)
There are a lot of games coming back to life thanks to Kickstarter, and many more that keep getting rehashed over and over again. Let’s take a look at 21 games that should be rebooted or re-launched….
RAMBO: The Video Game Coming to a Console Near You!
Publisher Reef entertainment will be bringing a playable demo of Rambo the Video Game to Gamescon in August. With the history of the Rambo franchise, there’s no way they can go wrong….
Lordy Lordy, Guess Who Turns 40? Atari Turns The Big 4-0!
Atari itself is legendary amongst gamers. That old 2600 that started it all for so many of us back in the day is now almost considered sacred. With all of the fancy game consoles of today, there are still gamers out there that would rather dust off the old Atari for a game of Pitfall than play latest 360 or PS3 game….
Dawnguard Is Too Much Like Skyrim Apparently [REVIEW]
Dawnguard came out last week. According to some insipid game reviews by other gaming sites, it’s not good. We tell you why they’re wrong….
Video Games on TV Shows – What Games Are They Playing?
If they’re going to show video games on TV, wouldn’t capturing the gamer demographic in a more accurate light help the show in the long run? Video game pandering only helps to perpetuate the gamer stereotypes….
When Games Mimic Life in Unexpected Ways
As more and more people spend more and more time online trying to escape their real life, it’s only natural that our digital experiences will start to more closely resemble our real lives. While we think of video games as fixed environments, they’re not. The digital domain is starting to become more like real life in an effort to keep us ensconced in the illusion….
Sony: PS4 Needs To Demonstrate A Significant Leap; Vita Better Than Wii U
Sony isn’t ready to show off the PS4, at least not until they have something worthwhile to show, but they do have…
Rumor: Microsoft considered OnLive acquisition, thinks the next PlayStation will be a GoogleTV box
Details continue to spew forth from the supposed leaked 52-page “Xbox 720” presentation that came to light a few hours ago. Buried…