Tag Archives: Nintendo

Review: GoldenEye 007 (Wii)

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Reggie Carolipio

Rare’s GoldenEye was a sharp reply to PCs of how exciting the FPS genre could be on a console – especially the N64 – in 1997. It also stands out as what is probably the only movie-based game to actually … Continue reading →

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Review: Metroid – Other M

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Redmond Carolipio

Samus Aran isn’t supposed to need anyone. Ever since she let her hair down decades ago in one of gaming’s watershed moments (“what? Samus is a girl?”), she has been the quiet and revered standard-bearer for strong, female lead characters. … Continue reading →

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Review: Dragon Quest IX – Sentinels of the Starry Skies

Posted on August 1, 2010 by Redmond Carolipio

By Brittany Vincent Contributing Writer The Dragon Quest series’ relationship with gamers outside of Japan hasn’t exactly been a stable one, especially out West. It’s certainly not because of quality. Memorable characters, heartwarming adventures, and artwork from Akira Toriyama create … Continue reading →

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E3: A look back on Day Three

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Reggie Carolipio

Day Three was a relaxed day for us. Only a handful of appointments and the crowds were a little thinner as quite a few people decided to head home once they’ve gotten their fill of news. I don’t blame them. … Continue reading →

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E3: A look back on Day One

Posted on June 21, 2010 by Reggie Carolipio

Another E3 has come and gone leaving behind clouds, motion controls, and a bevy of sequels. So what does it all mean? I’ve had a few days to gather my thoughts on what we’ve seen on the show floor and … Continue reading →

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Super Bowl XLIV in Tecmo 8-bit

Posted on February 11, 2010 by Reggie Carolipio

Do you remember Tecmo Bowl on the NES? Do you also remember the impossible that would regularly play out during the game against the AI such as eighty yard returns on a single play on every other play? That’s like … Continue reading →

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BOOOOOOM-SHAKA-LAKA!

Posted on January 11, 2010 by Reggie Carolipio

EA has revived a classic from the nineties for the Wii with the announcement that NBA Jam is coming out for it. Yes, THAT NBA Jam, the same one which came out in the arcades and consoles in ’93. The … Continue reading →

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A Holiday Gaming Guide

Posted on November 25, 2009 by Reggie Carolipio

So it’s another year of holiday gaming as parents try and figure out just what they should get their kids (or themselves), and I’m willing to bet that a console might be on the minds of those willing to camp … Continue reading →

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Review: Muramasa – The Demon Blade

Posted on September 16, 2009 by Redmond Carolipio

Muramasa: The Demon Blade is an art lesson disguised as an action game. If most of my schooling was this enjoyable and simple, I’d probably be more cultured. The Nintendo Wii has become something of the local art house for … Continue reading →

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Happy 20th Sega Genesis!

Posted on August 14, 2009 by Reggie Carolipio

Today’s the 20th Anniversary for the Sega Genesis! The days of blast processing, doing what Nintendon’t, and rising from your grave are back again among the die hard fans that still remember the 16-bit wars and the games that they … Continue reading →

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