Zelda: A Retrospective Part 2
June 23, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
Changes were in store for my beloved series. Would it mean the end for my love?
When last we left off, I was swooning over the storytelling prowess of Majora’s Mask and specifically, how dark the tone of the game placed the series. My hopes for a new Zelda game were high and I was eager to hear what would happen next. Before a real console sequel though, we’d be getting a little handheld detour first.
What’s New From E3 2010
June 18, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
We knew Zelda was coming, but what surprises did E3 give us?
This year’s E3 is now over. As you may have guessed, I was not there. That’s not to say I’m completely without my knowledge of things that occurred during this year’s major press conferences. In fact, Other Chris is lucky and naturally talented enough to be an intern for a major game site (I won’t tell you who it is but it’s GameTrailers), meaning he was there and called me every night to give me the firsthand scoop. Utilizing all of my resources, I now present to you the big things from E3 2010. Read more
Mario: A Retrospective Part 7
May 27, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
Because when I think "army of bombs," I think "time for a party."
Ah! We’re finally getting down to the party! Mario’s career has gone in many, many directions, but still one of the most unexpected and influential had to be Mario Party. It spawned a whole new style of party games, beyond inventing a genre that would be copied over and over. So let’s get this party started right with the N64.
Mario: A Retrospective Part 3
April 23, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
Man, it is so on now.
We’re knee deep in my memories of Mario, and now that both the 2D platforming and 3D platforming aspects of Mario’s career are out of the way, I figured I’d give him a break and focus on some of the other stars Mario has made along the way. This part is all about the spin-offs. We’re talking Luigi, Yoshi, Wario, and Peach. So what did they do that was so great? Well, let’s take a look.
Gonna Take You For a Ride: A Review of Spirit Tracks
April 7, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
"You look sort of...uh...yeah I kinda already asked someone else to the dance. I'll call you another time."
I went on a long tirade yesterday regarding God of War III. I don’t want people thinking I’m just against Sony, so today I’m reviewing the other game I recently played: Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks. This is the new Zelda game for the DS, and while it came out last year, I just now got around to playing and beating it. I fancy myself a Zelda fanboy, so let that be the basis for where most of these comments are about to come from. Without further ado, let’s hop on the Spirit Tracks and go for a ride. Read more
Still Catching Pokeflu: Pokemon HeartGold/SoulSilver Review
March 25, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
Yup, still looks like Pokemon.
My Pokeweek continues today after a bit of a day off yesterday, though the games still relate to the concept of completing everything in the game for simply no point. Nope, today we’re all about happy things because I’ve got a review for the remake of Pokemon Gold and Silver versions, called HeartGold and SoulSilver. Are they good? Well duh, they’re remakes of my favorite Game Boy games, of course they’re good. Read more
Let’s Think Deep: What Makes a System Good?
February 22, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
Is the Wii a bad system? Let's Think Deep.
At this moment in time, the Nintendo Wii is set up to be known as the “winner” of the current console cycle due to the unexpected amount of sales and complete reversal from the previous console cycle. I for one couldn’t be happier for reasons I’ll get to eventually. Regardless of sales numbers, the Wii is nearly universally panned by gamers due to the high amount of shovelware populating the system. But does that make it a bad system? It got me thinking. What exactly makes a system good? Sounds to me like this would be a good opportunity for us to Think Deep. So Let’s, hmm? Read more
Dragonball Z Round-Up for 2009
December 16, 2009 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
Wait a minute, this looks somewhat familiar...
By now you already know that I take my Dragonball Z very seriously. I typically find myself playing any and every game associated with the Saiyans regardless of how good they may be. But should you be doing the same? This year we’ve had three new Dragonball games, so stay close while I give you the rundown for these three.
Holiday Video Game Gift Guide 2009
December 8, 2009 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
Don't forget to tell the man in red what you want for Christmas.
Do you have a loved one who’s into video games? Are you yourself into video games? Did you forget that Christmas is fast approaching? Yikes, looks like you could use a helping hand when it comes to what games to shop for. Lucky for you, I’ve compiled a handy little list here of some of the best games from 2009. I don’t have them all, mind you, but I have a good selection to choose from. So get those pens and papers ready and your wallets out and let’s go over my Holiday Game Guide. Read more
Nintendo DSi Review
November 12, 2009 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Gaming & Electronic Toys, Video Games
Nintendo has never shied away from making what some would call “risky” moves, something the Wii has shown us with gusto. I had the classic gray brick Game Boy as a kid until finally the Game Boy Advance did away with the need for any previous Game Boy iteration. But it wasn’t to last, as the Advance SP came out and made me extremely jealous of its backlit glory and rechargeable battery core. And then came the DS, and I was hooked all over again.
