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How Final Fantasy 7 Made Me Fall in Love With Games
With the announcement of a remake of Final Fantasy 7, many long-time gamers were suddenly awash with a mix of nostalgia and slight foaming at the mouth. For many, this was the remake that they've always wanted to happen and while I'm doing my best to curb my own personal hype, I can't help but admit that I'm excited. But why? Why would I be excited about playing a remake of a game? I can't speak for everyone but, for me at least, Final Fantasy VII was the game that really made me fall in love with video games. This is going to get a little gushy so brace for that as I step in a mental time machine and hearken back to middle school.
By Jay Vergara8 years ago in Gamers
These 'GTA V' Brutal Kill Compilations Are Absolutely Hilarious
Schadenfreude n. Pleasure derived by someone from another person's misfortune. Can you believe it's been four years since Grand Theft Auto V came out? The game took the world by storm back in 2013 and it's been providing bloody good fun ever since. At first it was just with its great gameplay and fun story. People contended themselves with getting achievements or maybe sussing out the secrets of Mt. Chiliad but for some that might get boring very quickly. So what do you do the pass the time in a game that lets you do everything?
By Jay Vergara8 years ago in Gamers
Goodbye, 'Bomberman.' Hello, Inexplicably Sexual 'Bombergirl'?
Bomberman has been one of the longest lasting game franchises with millions of fans and players across the world. With more than 70 games in the franchise across nearly every generation of console over the last 30 years, Bomberman has been a consistent part of the gaming universe and has always delivered exactly what we would expect: a strategic, maze-based puzzle blaster. Konami's announcement that Bomberman would be arriving on the Nintendo Switch wasn't the only thing they had planned for the explosive title.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Gamers
Could The Next Wave Of Marvel Games Set The Standard For The Superhero Genre?
Marvel Studios has without a doubt been setting the standard in so many aspects of bringing their beloved comic book characters onto the screen through film and television. Between the phenomenal casting choices, to the direction of the shared universe overall there has been very little to feel Marvel has missed in terms of giving their characters the respect and attention they deserve.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Gamers
Codemasters Announces The Revival Of A Legendary Franchise
It was announced that one of the most legendary gaming franchises is returning thanks to Codemasters & Koch Media. After 10 years Micro Machines is set to race onto PCs and consoles. Micro Machines: World Series looks to be a momentous step for the legendary franchise, and hopefully can launch a new collection of games based on the micro mayhem. Check out the trailer to see for yourself.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Gamers
Ghost Rider May Be Riding With 'Agents of SHIELD' on TV, But He Almost Had A Video Game On The PS1
Ghost Rider may not draw the attention that characters like Batman, Deadpool, or even Squirrel Girl; but that hasn't stopped the demonic bounty hunter from stepping into the light from time to time. Currently, Robbie Reyes' rather than Jonny Blaze is set to roar onto the small screen as he joined Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. on Tuesday, Sept 20th.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Gamers
What Kind Of Licensed Disney Games Could We See Now That Infinity Is Officially Over?
Even though many developers have moved on to new studios and new projects after Disney Infinity was officially cancelled on May 10th this year, it doesn't negate the fact that Walt Disney has been in the business of video games for nearly 30 years and are constantly looking toward their future and all potential games. The cancellation of Disney Infinity was, needless to say, a shock to fans of Disney Interactive and their multiple projects. As the publishing and development branch of the beloved House of Mouse Disney Interactive had designed Disney Infinity to be a truly unique sandbox style game that allowed players to become nearly every Disney character imaginable from: Lightning McQueen to Mr. Incredible, Captain Jack Sparrow to Captain America, Stitch to Anakin Skywalker and oh so many more. Disney Infinity looked to carry the model of toys-to-life to heart, and in less than six months the game had three million starter packs sold. It looked destined for magnificent things, but then all future plans were cancelled.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Gamers
Best Racing Video Games of All Time
If you're like me and just love speeding down the freeway without a care or concern for the law — all, of course, inside of a video game universe — then you're a driving gamer, a virtual gearhead, or the all-too-familiar arcade racer. Be that as it may, you still might not know which titles are better than others, or what classic games really changed the genre entirely.
By C.C. Curtis8 years ago in Gamers
When Hype Isn't Enough: 10 Games That Fell Short
Sometimes a game carries so much hype that it's bound to hit its peak rather quickly and the only direction to go is down. Just look at what has recently happened to Pokemon Go; for about a month and a half it was the game to play and experience, but after recent updates gamers are screaming for refunds and fixes across the board.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Gamers
