[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXJqi2KmhCw] I’m sure we’re all fans of Hayao Miyazaki, here. That’s the assumption, at least, since I’ve yet to meet anyone who isn’t. And that is why we should all be looking forward to Rakuen, an adventure game inspired by The Legend of Zelda, Miyazaki films, and the definitive retro adventure […]
From Ghibli to Gundam: The Nerdiest Cafés in Tokyo
From high tech trains and science museums to arcades and Akihabara, Tokyo is a nerd haven. One of the most prominent ways geekery manifests itself in Japan’s capital city though, surprisingly, is in food. During my trip to the Kanto region this summer during Japan’s Obon holiday, I visited an […]
Dying Light Trailer Released at Gamescom
Techland debuted a new trailer for their upcoming zombie game, Dying Light, at Gamescom, and I could not be more excited! I am absolutely obsessed with all things zombie-related, so this game is right up my alley. However, the gaming market is definitely not hurting for zombie games, with games […]
Kickstarter Round-Up: Business Cards, Cthulhu, and Jenny LeClue!
If you’re into data crunching and potato salad, Kickstarter has put together a great look at the now-infamous Potato Salad Kickstarter. It beat out both the Oculus Rift and the Reading Rainbow Kickstarters in page views – and that’s just the start of the interesting info they throw out about […]
Pre-Ordering Watch_Dogs. Which One Should You Get?
Back during SDCC 2013 I pre-ordered Watch_Dogs and waited eagerly for it to release. To my dismay, the release date was pushed back. I was sad at the time but I rather the dev team work out all the bugs and give us a great game than a rushed to […]
Nintendo’s Street Pass and Conventions Are the Perfect Match
I have had a 3DS for a while now. I got mine back in September 2013 to help me pass the time, since back then I was spending hours every week in doctors’ offices. The fact that I knew Pokemon X was coming out in a few weeks was also a […]
Identity & Politics: Papers, Please
Developed by Lucas Pope games, Papers, Please is one of those games that leaves you feeling horrible. Growing up in a place like Arizona puts immigration into a real perspective, and when Papers Please came out, I found myself looking at it first through the scope of a gamer and then through the […]
Connectivity and Commentary: The Video Game Monologues
So what’s a blogger who doesn’t play video games to say about a play about video games? Basically, regardless of your commitment to gaming or your feelings about theatre, The Video Game Monologues is an hour of entertainment for pretty much anyone. From portrayals of romantic and familial bonds through […]
Brace Yourselves: The Nintendo 2DS is (Actually) Coming
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAExBTWIp3M&w=420&h=315] I have one word for you, Nintendo, that summarizes my reaction to your recent announcement of the 2DS: “Why.” Of course, this single word is quickly followed by several questions such as, “Why did this idea receive corporate approval?,” “Why are you tripping over your own feet if you […]
Off Base Takes Strategy Guides to the Next Level
If you haven’t heard of Off Base Productions, chances are you’ve seen their work. From instruction manuals and web design to packaging and strategy guides, Off Base is a top of the line Creative Services firm, and has worked with companies such as Nintendo, Square Enix, Capcom, and Sony, among […]
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