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Tales of Monkey Island really is an outstanding adventure filled with well thought-out puzzles and some hilarious jokes. There are also enough plot twists and cliffhangers to keep you coming back for more. Whether you’re a longtime Monkey Island fan or this is your first taste of the series, you’ll have a blast. It’s probably [...]
Game Description: The spiritual successor to his Devil May Cry series, creator Hideki Kamiya returns to the 3D beat-’em-up genre. The titular Bayonetta is a shape-shifting witch who attacks with a devastating and stylish combo of magic, handguns, and her lengthy hair. Sega’s twitch action game evokes the best elements of Devil May Cry and [...]
While it could be plain bad timing, it’s a little difficult to get too excited about another apocalyptic game at the moment. That is strike one. That Fallen Earth attempts to do some new things with the genre — high-speed transportation from the start, FPS-like handling for ranged attacks — is great, and a lack [...]
New Super Mario Bros. Wii is a love note to the 2D series, and in that sense, it evokes the wonderful splendor of the game’s past. Enemies long forgotten and mechanics which kept this plumber employed even during the hard times are all present in this title. However, Mario is not without his missteps. The [...]
Buzz! Quiz World is a marked improvement over its predecessor, Buzz! Quiz TV. With support for up to eight players and community-created quizzes, Quiz World represents a great title for teens and families. However, for true trivia buffs, the game doesn’t quite beat the buzzer. The Pros Up to eight players online or off Variety [...]
Game Description:The Pokemon Mystery Dungeon series is renown for its game-play elements and plot. The game follows the story of a human who has been mysteriously transformed into a Pokemon. A personality test at the beginning of the game determines which one they will be. Players are set off to explore new and mysterious areas [...]
Game Description: Based on the film JU-ON: The Grudge. Explore spooky environments such as an abandoned warehouse, a dimly-lit hospital, and a mannequin factory. Use your flashlight on your explorations and try not to get scared by the many ghosts afoot. Based on the Japanese movies of the same name, this horror game attempts to [...]
For seven years now, the Ratchet and Clank series has moved from being a hallmark of a ubiquitous genre to being, like its Lombax hero, among the last of its kind; the action-platformer. The style of game, which dates back to the arcades of the eighties, has always been about immediate accessibility and satisfaction, plus [...]
Game Description: It’s time once again to brace for impact as THQ unleashes the next installment in its acclaimed wrestling franchise. Expect more character freedom and maneuverability than ever before, and a lineup that features some of the WWE’s biggest stars, including John Cena, Undertaker, Randy Orton, Edge and Rey Mysterio. After some a few [...]
The array of plastic peripherals needed for Guitar Hero or Rock Band is already confusing enough. Music game-makers have wisely avoided tossing new instruments into the fray, despite repeated requests from dedicated fans (hello, keytar!). Activision is taking a calculated risk with DJ Hero by applying the same formula that worked for guitars, basses and [...]