Star Wars according to a 3 year old.
Cutest thing ever. (via)
Mashing buttons since 1984
by Tony 4 Comments
Star Wars according to a 3 year old.
Cutest thing ever. (via)
by Nat 3 Comments
I am predicting that particular phrase will become a part of 2008 video game vernacular. Having just finished only the demo, I’m predicting this will (1) either be PSP game of the year or (2) be a good year for the PSP.
Patapon may be a little hard to describe but it’s essentially a rhythm RPG game. I use the term RPG lightly because it’s in experience only. You have these little creatures that look like eyeballs that basically worship you. They’ll perform actions for you in a four beat rhythm. Along the way, they build experience, gain new weapons and armor, and a couple of new skills. You can also do minor formations to your little armies. Screenshots of this game really don’t do it justice. Many a times I was distracted (initially) on playing by just listening to these little guys and laughing at their animations.
A demo has been out for about a week or two and if you have a PSP you should snag it. I guarantee you’ll play it straight through. Plus, at the end of the demo, the game lets you perform a special save that provides you with a unique weapon to use with the retail game. I’ve had this game pre-purchased for over two months and I’ve raved about it before. (Go there for some old gameplay video). At $20 it is a PSP must buy. Come this Tuesday, I’ll be throwing my army into the rhythmic fray.
by Tony 3 Comments
It’s that time again, kids. Time for a stroll around the gaming blogosphere, checking out some new sites I’ve come across in the past few months. I don’t have time to expound on the greatness of everyone on the list, but I tried. Check them out, in no particular order:
Coyote Sharptongue is one of the many bloggers at MMO-supersite Ten Ton Hammer. He’s quite a funny guy with a knack of knowing what male blog readers want (if you know what I mean, and you do). His piece on Bards was particularly high-larious.
I’ve mentioned Zack Hiwiller’s blog around these parts before, but he also gets mentioned as a new kid. A great read.
Difference in Opinion is just that – a blog with differing views on entertainment. Lots of reviews there.
UGO Gamesblog – The UGO Gamesblog has been around for a while, but I didn’t start reading it until Wombat from the CAGCast starting blogging there.
Keen and Graev’s Gaming Blog – MMO bloggers that bring constant, solid content on a regular basis.
Loading Reality – A group blog, with an accompanying podcast.
The AT Wire – A little bit of it all.
The Nut and the Feisty Weasel – Bill and Todd are former Sportsgamer Blog bloggers, but they couldn’t shake the blogging sickness.
MEGATonik – surprise, surprise, another group blog. Lots of videos and reviews.
Music. Mayhem. Blog. – Yup, that just about covers it!
Lag-O-Rama – Great name for an MMO blog.
JaySlacks – A blog “dedicated to any and everything awesome.” Naturally, that would entail a heavy dose of video gaming.
Save The Robot – Smart gaming commentary. At least smarter than most places.
Daniel Primed’s Gamer Blog – Little bit of everything
The Somewhat Manly Nerd – He may be somewhat manly, but the Buttonmasher is 100% manly nerd. His love for Buttonmashing.com favorite LeBron James gives him like 20 manly nerd points. Making him somewhat-more manly.
Co-Optimus is gaming site dedicated to the finer points of co-op gaming. It’s the brainchild of Evil Avatar’s BAPenguin. While it’s more than a blog, I like it. This is my list, so it gets added.
The Long Shot – Commentary on PC gaming done by a fellow Gaming Dad.
Double You Tee Eff – This guy’s been blogging for a long time. Not sure why I just recently stumbled across his stuff.
Insult Swordfighting – Another entry into the “great blog names.”
Rock, Paper, Shotgun – All the in-the-know-gamers are already reading RPS. Which I’m totally sure that includes you, dear reader.
So go forth and read the bloggy goodness. I can’t believe it’s been six months since I did the last one. The next one won’t take six months, believe that.
by Nat 2 Comments
There’s nothing innovative about Mario Galaxy. We could have had it back in the early ’90s. Cool re-imagining.
by Tony 7 Comments
This is a bit old, but that doesn’t diminish its freaking awesomeness!
If you’ve ever wondered what a 6 million dollar home theater system looks like, wonder no more:
I know of one reader here that goes crazy anytime Okami is mentioned. It’s sort of a “painter’s” RPG. Well, that’s not a really good description but it’s a game that’s been on my radar for a while. It came out earlier for the PS2, but Capcom is making a Wii port. It seems only obvious to do with the Wii controls. I think it’s beauty in videogame form. Roger Ebert has no clue what he’s talking about.
Thanks to Kotaku for the heads up.
by Nat 9 Comments
Four months ago, I gave myself the herculean task of completing every videogame I own. It’s been many things: daunting, rewarding, and even downright boring in some parts. Most games started off great and some have just come to a complete stop. It’s painful completing some of them. My vow was to not get any new games until this list was complete and I broke it in the middle of January. It looks like I have five games to add to this list. However, I did want to share with you my progress since October. Now, realize that I started every game over from scratch. You can see my progress below. (Click on it for a larger image).
by Tony 5 Comments
In lieu of a real post (of which I’m working on a few, promise!), what are you going to be playing this weekend?
Due to my self-imposed ban on buying new games until I finish something I already own, I’ll be working my way through Pokemon on the DS (I am very close to “finishing” it) and Bioshock on the 360. I was probably 3/4’s of the way through before Halo 3 came out and never got back to finishing it.
When I finally do finish a couple games, Burnout Paradise and Call of Duty 4 are at the top of my list of games to get.
What will you be playing?
A while ago, I linked to a fun and educational flash game involving trebuchets, physics and math. My brother-in-law has pointed me to another one, a little light on the learning side of things but high on the “wing furniture at an old Asian woman” side of things:
by Nat 2 Comments
I don’t normally post personal stuff, but one can only hope that Tony is having a better birthday than I am. (Our birthdays fall in succession.) Let’s run a tally. Here’s what I wanted to do today:
Here’s what I’ve done:
I may play some PC games tonight in a delirium. I might actually do well.