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    The Darkness II

    Developer: Digital Extremes
    Publisher: 2K Games
    Platform: PC
    Genre: First Person Shooter
    Rating: M
    Release Date: February 7, 2012

    The Darkness games are based off of a comic from the mid 90s. When overpowered characters capable of deicide were all the rage. The first video game didn't see the light of day till the larval stage of this console generation and was only released for consoles. This time around a PC version ...
    by Published on 05-10-2012 02:30 PM
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    Lone Survivor

    Developer: Superflat Games
    Publisher: Superflat Games
    Platform: Windows/Mac
    Genre: Survival Horror
    Rating: N/A
    Release Date: March 27th, 2012, April 23rd, 2012 (Steam)

    The survival horror genres has suffered a considerable decline during the past generation of gaming. Gone are the days of gritty slow-paced, story-driven adventures and have now been replaced with polished action packed thrills with the occasional scare thrown in. Superflat Games, the one-man studio headed by Jasper Byrne, ...
    by Published on 05-08-2012 03:00 PM
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    The Walking Dead: Episode 1 - A New Day (PC)

    Developer: TellTale Games
    Publisher: TellTale Games
    Platform: PC & Mac (Steam), PlayStation 3 (PSN), Xbox 360 (XBLA), iOS
    Genre: Adventure, Horror
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date: April 25th, 2012

    TellTale Games brings us yet another licensed episodic adventure game, this time based on Robert Kirkman and Tony Moore's award winning comic turned TV series: The Walking Dead. With five episodes in total, the first, "A New Day" gives us our first nail-biting entry into the game. For those ...
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    Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine

    Developer: Relic
    Publisher: THQ
    Platform: PC, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
    Genre: Third-Person Shooter
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date: September 6th, 2011

    Lots of roody poos are complaining, “Oh another shooter with space marines in it, just great.” Just to set things straight, Space Marine is based on a table top war game whose origins can be traced as far back as the late 70's back when it was called Laser ...
    by Published on 11-09-2011 01:37 AM
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    Developer: Supergiant Games
    Publisher: Warner Brothers Interactive
    Platform: OnLive
    Genre: Action/RPG
    Rating: PEGI 12 (ESRB: Everyone)
    Release Date: October 25th, 2011 (OnLive)



    To help kick start the Summer of Arcade 2011, Microsoft ...
    by Published on 09-04-2011 01:01 PM
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    The Witcher 2: Assassin of Kings

    Developer: CD Projekt RED
    Publisher: Atari
    Platform: PC
    Genre: Western Role Playing Game
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date: May 17, 2011

    Since the first game I took a liking to Geralt the wise cracking poon hound. Back then the game play was a nostalgic throwback to the good ole click to attack days that were all the rage amongst MMO and dungeon crawl players. It's nice to see that the newest installment strayed away from that.
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    by Published on 09-02-2011 06:58 PM
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    Developer: EasyGameStation
    Publisher: Carpe Fulgur
    Platform: Windows PC
    Genre: RPG, Indie
    Rating: Everyone* (Euro rating 7+, NA is not available)
    Release Date: July 30th, 2011 (International)

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    From the creators of the popular indie title Recettear: An Item Shop’s Tale, comes Chantelise – A Tale of Two Sisters. In Japan, Chantelise was actually released before Recettear. However, the latter ...
    by Published on 07-01-2011 05:06 PM
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    Team Fortress 2

    Developer: Valve Corporation
    Publisher: Valve Corporation
    Platform: PlayStation 3, XBOX 360, PC, Mac OS X
    Genre: First-Person Shooter
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date: October 9, 2007

    Surely reviewing a game that's nearly four years old is a bad idea, right? Not when you consider that on June 23rd, 2011 Valve announced Team Fortress 2 would be Free to Play. And not when you consider that Valve has been releasing a steady stream of updates since the original release that has dramatically added value to the game. As of the time of writing this review, there have been ...
    by Published on 04-24-2011 09:02 PM
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    Portal 2

    Developer: Valve
    Publisher: Valve
    Platform: PC, PS3, 360
    Genre: First-Person, Puzzle
    Rating: Everybody 10+
    Release Date: April 19th, 2011
    For Fans of: Moonrocks, Robots, James Jonah Jameson

    The first Portal was released on the orange box and quickly became one of the most well known games spawning the internet meme "The cake is a lie" while winning numerous awards. Years after that phenomenon hit the shelves we are finally being graced with the sequel, Portal 2. With many upon many upgrades to the current Portal formula, we're bound to be in for a treat, but can Portal 2 work as a full game?
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    Developer: Tripwire Interactive
    Publisher: Tripwire Interactive
    Platform: PC
    Genre: First Person Shooter
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date: May 14th, 2009

    What started off as an award winning unreal tournament mod has evolved into a class based team centered FPS. A good choice for anyone looking for another zombie killing FPS to quench that ritalin-deprived hunger to shoot something.

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  • Review Scale

    Score 10- Flawless Victory: A score not handed out to every game. Games earning this rare score sit at the very pinnacle of excellence. These games act as the examples for which all others should be measured with. They are instant classics from the beginning. These games not only deliver what was expected of it, but also exceed the player’s expectations. The game’s features are innovative and original. No game is without its absolute flaws, but the finished product you bring home surpasses the anticipation the game has formed. A day one buy is a must. The game you hold in your hands with this score is a video game jackpot.

    Score 9 - 9.5- Outstanding: Games earning scores such as these absolutely must be played. Games that achieve this high ranking do so because they define the genres that they are in. Flaws are few and barely noticeable. Features seen in the game have been renovated to provide something new and fresh. The story, gameplay, graphics, and lasting appeal are all fantastic and is reason enough to bring the game home and to enjoy with family and friends. Every penny you spend on the game is so worth it.

    Score 8 - 8.5- Great: Any flaw the game may possess is overshadowed by its fun factor. These games would be great for gamers to play. These great games appeal to gamers more and more outside its normal player base because of what it brings to the table.

    Score 7 - 7.5- Good: Flaws do exist in these games, but the positive features of the game can counterbalance the flaws. Additionally, players who are predisposed to liking a game of a particular series or genre with this score should enjoy the game. These are in no way bad games, and much fun can be had with them. An overall good game is worth taking a look at, whether you are willing to buy the game or rent it first. That or you can also wait for the game to reach a good price.

    Score 6 - 6.5- Decent: Games falling into this category may suffer from numerous flaws (for example, graphics or gameplay), but are still worth playing. Granted, the player should be aware that a game with these scores may not guarantee them full satisfaction.

    Score 5 - 5.5- Average: An average game is one in which a game’s features are neither good nor completely terrible. Instead, the finished product is manageable. Little has been done to hold the player’s interest. If anything, rent this game before you consider buying it so that you can at least get a feel for the game’s overall experience.

    Score 4 - 4.5- Poor: Games falling into this category may only keep gamers entertained for a short while. While the game may seem enjoyable for moments at a time, it can quickly grow old and may never be revisited again. The game’s overall function is lacking in quality and may not hold the player’s attention for long. The game leaves little or nothing else to return back to.

    Score 3 - 3.5- Bad: If any positive qualities about a game in this category exist, it is not enough to redeem the game for its shortcomings. Sure you may find yourself playing it, but for how long? You will wind up not giving the game a second glance.

    Score 2 - 2.5- Horrible: Games such as these may not be totally unplayable, they nearly are. Additionally, they may lack, or greatly suffer in, the fundamental functionality of the software as a whole. The game simply does not come close to meeting industry standards at the time of its release.

    Score 1 - 1.5- Appalling: Gamers should avoid this game at all costs. The game was clearly not ready to make its way to store shelves in its status. Save your money and find something else. See it in the bargain bin? No! Stay away! Keep moving and look for something else.