Aion, one of the newest online multiplayer pc games, made its North American Debut recently on September 22. I have only progressed to level 15 (out of a maximum of 50), but even so, here are my thoughts on the game thus far. Read the rest

Let’s face it. Many of the big game releases are often great, and usually worth the money, but the fact is that nowadays games are expensive. Also, a lot of what comes out for full prices isn’t worth the price of admission. So what can you do if you’re craving something new for your XBox 360, but just don’t have the cash to shell out for a brand new game? Read the rest

Despite the advances of video games and their consoles, many people still occasionally opt for old school technology. Maybe it stems from fond memories of childhood. Maybe it’s the sheer warm familiarity of such titles as Banjo-Kazooie or Glover. Retro gaming is still a popular niche within the gaming community. But what if you sold your Nintendo 64 in a yard sale last year? Have no fear; you can play your Nintendo 64 games on your PC. In this article I will explain the logistics of how to play Nintendo 64 games on your PC. Read the rest

Do you live and breathe video games? Do you tailgate in the parking lot of your nearest big box retailer awaiting the release of the newest consoles? While gaming can be an intensive, albeit expensive hobby, there are many that have turned their passions into jobs. Some have even dedicated their love for video games into careers. In fact, anyone that has ever glanced upon the G4 cable network can attest to this. If you are a gamer looking to get paid to play video games, it is important to know where to start. Read the rest

You love to play video games, but did you know you can create your own? Through free or inexpensive software, it’s easy to design your own game without having to be an expert in computer programming, or even a programmer at all for some of the software products. Read the rest

I admit, I’m not usually one for sitting stoically through horror; some people cover their eyes, I cover my ears, which has earned me much prodding from my so-called friends and family. Apparently someone that’s six foot two shouldn’t feel the need to protect his ears from murderous monsters. Read the rest

Believe it or not, my article about the linear versus sandbox titles actually started out as a Bioshock review article. Then I got all ranty and it turned into a purely theoretical discussion, entirely useless to you, the reader. So here, for your viewing pleasure, is the actual review of the game Bioshock. Read the rest

I’m typically a fan of strategy games for one simple reason; I’m a power-hungry dictator.

No, seriously; my men/ships/monsters are under my control, following my orders, marching to glorious victory or agonizing defeat. Battles of epic scale are carried out on blood-soaked earth, silent space, and faraway lands. Strategy games all have these attractive qualities, to some extent… Read the rest

The Nintendo Wii is one of the hottest video game systems out today. This system has games for everyone, and many parents prefer the Wii to other video game systems because it is highly interactive. These games get children off of the couch, burning calories. And although you can find hundreds of games, I will list some of the best for kids. Read the rest

Peter Molyneux really needs to stop talking.

He seems to have this habit of talking so much, and so grandly, about his games that by the time the thing finally comes out, you’re pretty much expecting the next best thing in open-world game play since Oblivion. And, unfortunately, the end product does not always seem to live up to his vast, possible unachievable, promises. Read the rest