Author Archives: Todd Kistler

Review: Dragon Age 2

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Todd Kistler

Varric the dwarf knows what makes a good story. A strong character and a trusty sidekick go a long way, but impossible odds and an epic scale create staying power. “Dragon Age 2,” with Varric as its only slightly trustworthy … Continue reading →

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Highland artist sets sights on Comic-Con, beyond with ‘Mass Effect’ project

Posted on July 15, 2010 by Todd Kistler

Holly Conrad’s garage in Highland has a pervasive smell of fiberglass, but she says she doesn’t even notice it anymore. The 24-year-old artist has set up a studio there from which she hopes to launch her dream of designing costumes … Continue reading →

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Review: Mass Effect 2

Posted on February 6, 2010 by Todd Kistler

The adage “don’t mess with success” clearly isn’t in Bioware’s lexicon. And thank goodness for that. The surprise of “Mass Effect 2″ isn’t that the RPG powerhouse has released another great game, the astonishing thing is that Bioware has managed … Continue reading →

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“Dragon Age: Origins” review

Posted on November 18, 2009 by Todd Kistler

We should all be used to compelling, immersive role-playing games from Bioware by now, but “Dragon Age: Origins” stands out even while following in the footsteps such games as “Mass Effect” and “Knights of the Old Republic.” “Dragon Age” sets … Continue reading →

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Hands-on with “Uncharted 2: Among Thieves”

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Todd Kistler

After much speculation and conversation, today is the day that I can confirm that “Uncharted 2: Among Thieves” will have multiplayer. I can also confirm that the multiplayer is a heck of a lot of fun. I was among the … Continue reading →

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Review: “Mortal Kombat Vs. DC Universe”

Posted on December 11, 2008 by Todd Kistler

By Todd Kistler Some games push the limits of their genre to defy expectation and create a unique experience. “Mortal Kombat Vs. DC Universe” is not that kind of game. In fact, it doesn’t even try.

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Review: “Fallout 3″

Posted on November 15, 2008 by Todd Kistler

By Todd Kistler Staff Writer “Fallout 3″ depicts the world at its worst. Anarchy has replaced a civilization devastated by nuclear war, and most survivors maintain only a tenuous grip on their sanity and humanity. Horrifyingly mutated animals and humans … Continue reading →

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