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Top Flappy Bird Alternatives
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Top Flappy Bird Alternatives

The simple, yet lovable app “Flappy Bird” rose to prominence seemingly out of nowhere to become a truly hot commodity among mobile users. The developer becoming quite “freaked out” by his sudden incredible success (where millions of people were downloading it), he removed it from circulation, but now it’s back of course. Naturlaly, while we

Jessica Thompson · July 31, 2014 · 3 Mins Read

Top Accessories for the XBOX One
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Top Accessories for the XBOX One

It could easily be argued that the need to accessorize is even greater with video gaming than it is in fashion.  Sure, the average modern day console (such as the Xbox One or PlayStation 4) is definitely jam-packed with basically all the goodies you need to pick up and start playing right away, often right

Jessica Thompson · July 15, 2014 · 5 Mins Read

Awesome Accessories Every Wii U Owner Should Have
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Awesome Accessories Every Wii U Owner Should Have

While the Wii U doesn’t exactly get quite as much attention as its more visible modern day counterparts (i.e. – the PS4 and Xbox One) make no mistake, it IS a fantastic console that deserves all the accolades it receives. Some of the various titles available for the Wii U are not only extremely cool

Jessica Thompson · July 15, 2014 · 7 Mins Read

The Top 3 Steering Wheels for XBOX One
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The Top 3 Steering Wheels for XBOX One

With all of the new top racing titles being in ultra HD, replete with blockbuster graphics and open world action, the only way to significantly up the immersion factor is to turn toward alternative control mechanisms.  Naturally, if you’re well into experiencing the next console generation with Microsoft’s Xbox One and driving games are really

Jessica Thompson · July 15, 2014 · 5 Mins Read

Will Valve’s upcoming “Steam Machine” console eventually bundle big titles like Left 4 Dead 3 or even Half Life 3?
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Will Valve’s upcoming “Steam Machine” console eventually bundle big titles like Left 4 Dead 3 or even Half Life 3?

Valve has hit the proverbial gold mine more than once, as you are undoubtedly probably already aware.  Within the video game industry they’ve landed more than a few massive registered hits that have allowed them to silently rest and invest their efforts in other directions.   This seems to be the case with their line of

Jessica Thompson · July 15, 2014 · 3 Mins Read

Just Dance 2015 Game Preview
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Just Dance 2015 Game Preview

To many people the “Just Dance” series might have at first seemed like a bit of a novelty, something that served as just another passing fad of sorts.  The truth however, is that it has now become a certified institution, with timely releases and new installments being offering up frequently enough to remain on everyone’s

Jessica Thompson · July 15, 2014 · 2 Mins Read

Top 10 Retro Games of All Time
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Top 10 Retro Games of All Time

So, what makes a game “retro” anyway?  One would say that the only real qualifier is age and a graphical base that’s significantly behind the times, as it were.  However, if you took a short-sided view of what it means to be retro then you’d be entirely avoiding the overall aesthetics behind recent trends which

Jessica Thompson · July 12, 2014 · 5 Mins Read

10 Games That Have Amazing Storylines
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10 Games That Have Amazing Storylines

For the most part it is always the gameplay that makes for a truly awesome video gaming experience, but there’s also something to be said about storytelling, especially if it’s really great.  While the mechanics of a title are always going to be what increases the “fun factor” in most instances, it is a quality

Jessica Thompson · July 11, 2014 · 5 Mins Read

We Are the Dwarves! Preview
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We Are the Dwarves! Preview

Simply stated, there really aren’t many titles which delve into the secret world of Dwarves.  Empire-driven humans, elves, even orcs?  Yes.  But not really a large selection out there when it comes to Tolkien-esque / fantasy-themed dwarf-kind, at least not the sort that specifically caters to their exploits.  What makes developer Whale Rock Games’ (based

Jessica Thompson · June 27, 2014 · 3 Mins Read

Top 5 RPG Games of All Time (so far, at least…)
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Top 5 RPG Games of All Time (so far, at least…)

The thrill of exploration, the looting, the seemingly endless possibilities and boundless adventure…Role-Playing Games stand tall as one of the most appealing and largely popular genres within all of video gaming.  Additionally, there are literally hundreds upon hundreds of individual offerings out there, not to mention loads of series which are steeped in incremental development

Jessica Thompson · June 27, 2014 · 5 Mins Read

Call of Duty Ghosts: The Complete Online Multiplayer Review
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Call of Duty Ghosts: The Complete Online Multiplayer Review

As it was released quite a few months ago now, we thought today would be a good time to write and release a full review of Call of Duty Ghosts. While it might not be the best game in this series, it’s certainly the most recent, and as updates are still coming thick and fast,

Jessica Thompson · June 9, 2014 · 2 Mins Read

Top 5 Interesting Games Coming Out Soon
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Top 5 Interesting Games Coming Out Soon

Who says you have to stick to just one platform, eh?  If you’re the type of gamer who enjoys seeing what the entire field of releases has to offer, the following selections will certainly pique your interests.  Presenting now, the top 5 interesting games coming out soon (for any and all platforms)… The Evil Within

Jessica Thompson · June 6, 2014 · 5 Mins Read