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    Review: Metal Gear AC!D

    Developer: Konami Computer Entertainment Japan
    Publisher: Konami Computer Entertainment
    Platform: PSP
    Genre: Tactics
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date: March 22nd, 2005

    Metal Gear Acid is a very unique and very obscure entry into Hideo Kojima's popular game series. Not directed by Kojima himself the game has been both slammed and lauded by longtime fans for its unique card based tactics system. Although the system itself is done incredibly well games like these ...
    by Published on 04-16-2011 02:43 PM
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    Sonic Unleashed

    Developer: Sonic Team
    Publisher: Sega
    Platforms: PS3, XBOX 360
    Genre: Action-Adventure, Platformer
    Rating: Everyone
    Release Date: November 18, 2008

    Sonic sets out on an adventure of global proportions. The planet has been broken into pieces and Sonic must restore them and defeat the evil that lurks within. Sonic is faster than ever this time around. So get set to take off on this adventure.

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    Eggman is up to no good once again, and we have Sonic ready to save the world as usual. With an armada of space ships hovering over the planet, Eggman laughs with glee as he prepares to wreak havoc on the defenseless planet, but something ...
    by Published on 04-14-2011 08:00 PM
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    Michael Jackson: The Experience (Kinect Version)

    Developer: Ubisoft Montreal
    Publisher: Ubisoft, Triumph International
    Platforms: XBOX 360, PS3, Wii
    Genre: Music, Dancing, Singing
    Rating: Everyone
    Release Date: April 12, 2011

    Ubisoft brings you the dance game that has been eagerly awaited by Michael Jackson fans. Michael Jackson: The Experience allows you to dance and sing through some of the King of Pop’s greatest hits. Since this is the Kinect version of the software, the gameplay will be different than its counterparts.

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    Ubisoft came up with a clever marketing ...
    by Published on 04-09-2011 11:00 AM
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    Pokemon Black

    Developer: Game Freak
    Publisher: Nintendo
    Platform: Nintendo DS
    Genre: RPG
    Rating: Everyone
    Release Date: March 6, 2011

    When I think of sweet sixteen, I think of gaudy dresses, meaningful and long-winded signs of maturity, and cake. Yay, cake. However, for Pokemon’s sweet sixteen, it means a brand new region, a slew of new pokemon, improved graphics, and a new storyline.

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    Pokemon Black begins in the region Unova, an isolated region compared to past games. ...
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    Pokémon White Version

    Developer: Game Freak
    Publisher: Nintendo, The Pokémon Company
    Genre: Role Playing Game
    Rating: Everyone
    Release: March 6th, 2011

    Those of you who can remember the first Pokémon games on Gameboy back in 1998, may not be surprised to see the game in its 5th generation. The franchise's longevity is a testament to the video game market's desire for classic style RPGs. But how does Pokémon White Version stand up to other games in its genre, or even to its predecessors? Let’s find out!

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    As in previous versions, players will take on the role of a ...
    by Published on 04-08-2011 09:44 PM
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    The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay

    Developer: Starbreeze Studios, Tigon Studios
    Publisher: Vivendi Games
    Platform: XBOX, PC, 360, PS3 (Remastered with AODA)
    Genre: First-Person, Action, Stealth
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date: June 1st, 2004 & April 7th, 2009
    For Fans of: Vin Diesel, Splinter Cell, Pitch Black

    It seems that most gamers if not all, have the same feelings towards movie games, they suck. Well what if I stepped out of that circle and defended a section of that very vaugue, mostly true statement? I present you with The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay, a movie-tie-in game developed in part by Riddick himself, without all the suckage of most movie games.
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    Bayonetta

    Developers: Platinum Games (XBOX 360), Nex Entertainment (PS3)
    Publisher: Sega
    Platforms: PS3, XBOX 360
    Genre: Action
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date: January 5, 2010

    Sega has been in the software development business for about a decade now, and Bayonetta is one of the greatest action video games that Sega has produced. Bayonetta is the story of a lone witch who comes to discover her mysterious destiny. Join Bayonetta on this immensely action packed adventure of hers to uncover the secrets of her past.

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    Bayonetta takes place in Vigrid, which is ...
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    Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions

    Developer: Beenox
    Publisher: Activision
    Platforms: PS3, XBOX 360, Wii, PC
    Genre: Action
    Rating: Teen
    Release Date: September 7, 2010

    Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man returns for his next adventure, but he won’t be going it alone. In this new Spider-Man game, Spidey will be accompanied by three other Spider-Men, each with the same goal: to repair the shattered dimensions.

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    On a seemingly normal day Spider-Man is doing what he always does best: saving the world, even one person at a time. However, on one fateful day, one ...
    by Published on 04-08-2011 09:57 AM
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    Lunar Silver Star Harmony



    Developer: Game Arts/Studio Alex
    Publisher: Xseed
    Genre: Turn-Based RPG
    Rating: Everyone
    Platforms: PSP
    Release Date: March 2nd 2010




    Fans of the original Lunar: Silver Star Story rejoice, as GameArts presents a reboot of one of the most legendary RPG's ever made. Take the role of Alex in his quest to save the world from a great evil trying to destroy mankind.


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    by Published on 04-04-2011 05:52 AM
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    Prototype
    Developer: Radical Entertainment
    Publisher: Activision
    Platform: 360, PS3, PC
    Genre: Open-World, Action
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date: June 9th, 2009
    For Fans of: GTA, Hannibal Lector, Professor McGonagall

    Theres nothing quite like slicing some random innocent shoulder to hip then watching them virtually squirm on the ground, for the morbid of us anyways. For Prototype's Alex Mercer it's becoming a harsh reality he is having to deal with day after day. With the announcement of Radical's Prototype II being ...
    by Published on 04-03-2011 03:55 PM
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    Crysis 2

    Developers: Crytek Frankfurt, Crytek UK (Multiplayer)
    Publisher: Electronic Arts
    Platforms: XBOX 360, PS3, PC
    Genre: First-person shooter
    Rating: Mature
    Release Date : March 22, 2011

    Take the suspense and thrill of a science fiction story and combine it with a first-person shooter video game and the outcome is Crysis 2, one of the best shooters available on home consoles and PC. Crysis 2 brings its own creativity to the first-person shooter genre. Read the review that follows for detailed information on the game.

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    Crysis 2 is set in New York City, and the year is 2023. Manhattan has undergone an outbreak of a virus ...
    by Published on 03-23-2011 08:07 PM
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    Dragon Age II

    Developer: Bioware
    Publisher: EA
    Platform: Xbox360, PlayStation 3, PC
    Genre: Action-RPG
    Rating: Mature
    Released: March 8th, 2011
    For Fans of: Bloodshed, Dragons, Exaggeration

    Following in the footsteps of one of the greatest rpg's to grace the current generation, Dragon Age II is a new fruit in our juicer. Featuring a story that takes place over a decade of time, we see that its not so much about the ending, but the journey to that end, but is the journey worth your ...
    by Published on 03-23-2011 07:57 PM
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    Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II

    Developer: Lucas Arts , Aspyr Media (PC), Red Fly Studio (Wii)
    Publisher: Lucas Arts
    Platforms: Playstation 3, XBOX 360, Wii, and PC.
    Genre: Sci-Fi/ Action-Adventure
    Rating: Teen
    Release Date: October 26, 2010

    Starkiller returns in The Force Unleashed II, to remember his origins and what his purpose in the galaxy truly is. Join him in his journey across the stars in the Star Wars game that takes place after Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, and before the events of Episode IV: A New Hope.

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    by Published on 03-22-2011 06:35 PM
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    Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds

    Developers: Capcom, Eighting
    Publisher: Capcom
    Platforms: XBOX 360, Playstation 3
    Genre: Fighting
    Rating: Teen
    Release Date: February 15, 2011

    After a ten year hiatus, fans of the popular Marvel vs. Capcom series finally receive the third installment in the franchise. You will battle as your favorite fighters from the Capcom universe as well as legendary heroes and villains from the Marvel Comics Universe. Sit back and enjoy the fighting frenzy as these characters return for the Fate of Two Worlds!

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    by Published on 03-17-2011 02:59 PM
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    Okamiden

    Developer: Capcom
    Publisher: Capcom
    Genre: Action-Adventure
    Rating: Everyone
    Platforms: Nintendo DS
    Release Date: March 15, 2011

    A beautiful adventure and one of the last brilliant games to grace the Nintendo DS has finally arrived. This entry in the Okami franchise does anything but disappoint.

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    The game opens up with the title screen and the option to start a game. Off the bat Okamiden makes it clear that there is only one save file so make it count. ...

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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.