Samuses Should Be Seen, Not Heard: A Review of Metroid: Other M
September 1, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
So Metroid: Other M is now out. I haven’t played it yet. Notice that “yet” there. Don’t worry, I intend to play through this one as soon as possible, I just haven’t yet. Still, it’s my duty to inform our many, er, several readers about the big Wii game that’s got everyone talking. What I say here is more or less a recap of all other reviews, plus my own personal opinion on what I know. With those qualifiers in mind, let’s review us some Metroid.
Oh don't look so perplexed. You just gained the ability to speak, that's all.
Scott Pilgrim vs This Game Review: FIGHT!
August 27, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
So Scott Pilgrim is both an awesome graphic novel and a kickass movie. But wait, there’s more! Scott Pilgrim also has a game for the Playstation Network and Xbox Live Arcade called Scott Pilgrim vs The World: The Game. I bought it, played it, and beat it. So is it any good? It’s Scott Pilgrim vs Chris Pranger, today, on Toy-TMA!
Scott Pilgrim vs My Movie Review
August 16, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Movie and TV Toys
I’m in a tough place here. On the one hand, I’m a huge fan of the Scott Pilgrim comic series. On the other hand, I just saw the live action version starring Michael Cera, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, and I’m a fan of that, too. So how shall this movie review go down? Like this, yo. Let’s rock!
Time for a throwdown! Go Scott Cera go!
Comic Book Club: Omega the Unknown
August 13, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Comics & Graphic Novels
Hey, didn’t I just do a Comic Book Club? Yes, it looks like I did. While I still recommend reading Stitches, I’ve got something completely different yet similar in a strange way for y’all today. Familiar with Omega the Unknown? Well, you’re about to be, so let’s get this Comic Book Club session going.
That's a snazzy cover right there. Familiar yet strange.
Comic Book Club: Stitches: A Memoir
August 11, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Comics & Graphic Novels
I take great pride in my luck finding really cool comics/graphic novels outside the common knowledge. Have you read Watchmen? Yeah, probably. What about DC’s Crisis on Infinite Earths? Pretty good chance of that, too. But what about Stitches? Aha! I’ve got you, haven’t I? Good, because for today’s Comic Book Club selection we have a really good book by David Small, so hang on and let’s talk comics.
Even the front cover hooks me in.
Forget-Me-Nots: Tie Fighter
August 9, 2010 by Kyle Martinak
Filed under Video Games
Computers were nothing more than an advanced video game system when I was a young boy. My brother had his sports games (“NBA Jam” mostly) and I had “Star Wars: Tie Fighter.”
Doesn't that just make you want to start playing right now?
Released in 1994, “Tie Fighter” was the sequel to “Star Wars: X-Wing” and was the first Star Wars game that put you in the role of the Galactic Empire. They may have been bad, but the game was nothing short of awesome, and I submit it as the best flight simulator ever.
Why Are You Reading This? StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty Review
August 2, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Video Games
Here we go, yet another totally pointless review for a game you already know enough about. Blizzard’s super long-awaited sequel to StarCraft is now finally out for the PC and after waiting this long to get it, you either already have it or you don’t care whatsoever that it’s now out. This means my review is more or less just there. So you ready for this? Let the Zerg Rush begin.
I don't even know who this guy is, but I know he looks cool.
Scott Pilgrim’s Finest Hour: A Comic Book Club Review
July 28, 2010 by Chris Pranger
Filed under Comics & Graphic Novels
Not too long ago, Monday actually, I wrote up a little thing about the newest Scott Pilgrim book and my inability to find a copy when I wanted it: Now. Guess what? I found a copy and read it, so I can give a real review for the conclusion to Scott’s precious little saga. Is it worth reading? Here’s what I think.
I came to love these guys. I'm really gonna miss them.
“But the Effects Were Decent”: A Review of The Last Airbender
July 6, 2010 by Gus Townson
Filed under Movie and TV Toys
The fires of critics have declared blasphemy. But some believe there is still hope.
A week ago, I may have unnecessarily shot off more that I can stomach when I ended a previous article [this one] by stating the upcoming live action film adaptation of Avatar the Last Airbender as a possible candidate for the beginning of what could become the next Harry Potter, or even Star Wars.
Games You Should Have Played: Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
June 28, 2010 by Gus Townson
Filed under Video Games
Thank the gods Leonidas and his 300 never ran into THIS Persian Prince.
“Most people think time is like a river that flows swift and sure in one direction. But I have seen the face of time, and I can tell you: they are wrong. Time is an ocean in a storm. You may wonder who I am or why I say this. Sit down and I will tell you a tale like none you have ever heard.”
