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Four Reasons Why Pac-Man Belongs in Super Smash Bros.
‘What does he have to do with Nintendo?’ More than you might think.
The Top 5 Moments from Nintendo’s E3 2014 Press Conference
The toughest one of all for me to narrow down to just five.
The Top 5 Moments from Sony’s E3 2014 Press Conference
Does Sony keep up their good PS4-tune?
The Top 5 Moments from Microsoft’s E3 2014 Press Conference
Does Microsoft rebound from 2013’s ‘Xboner’?
From the Other Side: One Year Later (2013 Review Edition)
Following his views on the 2013 Electronic Entertainment Expo press conferences of the “Big Three,” Lanceheart joins us once again a year later to share his views on how things have moved along.
Why Danica Patrick Fits in Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed
The black sheep among SEGA’s superstars actually makes more sense than you think.
Donkey Kong, Unsung Hero of the 16-Bit Wars
The 16-bit console war is commonly boiled down to Nintendo vs. SEGA, and from that, a ‘rivalry’ between Mario and Sonic. But it wasn’t the mustachioed mascot who overcame SEGA’s blue blur…
Nintendo Addresses Absence of Homosexual Relationships in Tomodachi Life
Well, I don’t think anyone quite saw this one coming.
The Discarded Dozen
A look at 12 recently-lost sentimental classics from my Nintendo Entertainment System library, and their significance to me.
Looking Back at Blockbuster, Part 2: The World Video Game Championships
A tale of triumph and… less triumph, as I gamed through the 90s.
Thoughts on Marketing the Wii U
Nintendo’s financial reports have seen better days, but what might help? I have a few ideas…
Review: Super Mario Bros. 2: The Online Sequel Webcomic
This ain’t no movie.
How I Became a Fan: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
On the half-shell, they’re the heroes four; in that day and age, who could ask for more?
Looking Back at Blockbuster, Part 1: Beginnings
Well, this week brought with it some interesting news: DISH Network has announced that it will be closing the remaining 300 retail Blockbuster stores in the United States, as well as cease their Netflix-inspired mailing service.
Reminder: Sonic Lost World “First Play” Charity Marathon with Ian Flynn This Weekend
Just a reminder for everyone that this weekend, starting at noon EST on Saturday, October 26th, I’ll be holding the Sonic Lost World “First Play” Charity Marathon to benefit the Sick Kids Foundation. Joining me will be Ian Flynn, writer of Archie’s Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic Universe, and Mega Man comics.
Review Round-Up – 9/22/13
Hmm, it's been a while since I've done one of these, hasn't it? And for good reason: In the intervening time, I've been sick, gone to Otakon, gone to the beach, and when I haven't been otherwise preoccupied, pickings have been slim, particularly on the work front,...
Announcing the Sonic Lost World “First Play” Marathon for Charity, Featuring Sonic Writer Ian Flynn
With SEGA's latest upcoming release in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise on the Wii U, we are happy to officially announce plans to hold a special Sonic Lost World "First Play" livestreamed marathon to raise money for charity. For this event, David Oxford (writer for...
From The Other Side: Nintendo 2013
Editor's Note: This should have gone up a lot sooner, but getting sick and other things caused it to be pushed back. --Ed. Last up in this series is Nintendo. While it was not there with a gigantic press conference in front of a large crowd, Nintendo Direct acted as a...
From The Other Side: Sony 2013
Ah yes, my favored console maker. I make no bones of preferring Sony to Microsoft or Nintendo, but there was a definite air of mystery and tension going into this press conference. With Sony being absolutely quiet on their used games strategy, I went into this...
Review Round-Up – 7/8/13
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KVX82n2UzY From Mario's Hat: Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D - Find out how it stacks up to the Wii version, as well as other entries in the series. Animal Crossing is rather unconventional, and so too is Animal Crossing New Leaf's...
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