I was recently cruising the internet and reading the video game forums. For those who don't know me, I enjoy reading the threads but I never participate. Not until gamers can go beyond … more
There are some games that get by on simple things. Simple gameplay and fun. That's Alan Wake. Others get by almost entirely on their story alone. That is also Alan Wake. … more
In the days before Final Fantasy VII, the earlier Final Fantasy titles hadn't really made their way stateside. In 1992, many of us were actually still playing what we thought was Final Fantasy II … more
Every gamer knows what Final Fantasy is, even if they don't play Final Fantasy. The series has made a name for itself. It all started here. With how the series has evolved now, looking … more
In 2007, Bioshock came out and took the entire gaming world by storm. What you ended up getting was an exploration through a dystopian world that was at one point run by a madman. The games … more
When I was but a wee little child my parents bought an Nintendo Entertainment System. Something that, at the time I didn't quite understand. For one thing, when I finally learned … more
Reviewers Note: Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 dropped down at midnight. In spite of being able to pick up the game at midnight (and manage to stay up all night... and all day with friends … more
When the Final Fantasy series was started the idea for the first game was for it to be Square's Swan Song to begin with. When it proved successful there was a Final Fantasy II and that's where … more
A year or so ago, I was reading a copy of Game Informer and came across an article that talked about a game called Brutal Legend. The article itself talked primarily about Jack Black's contributions … more
When it comes to the Halo games, there are always those who really love them and those who really hate them. The people who really love Halo are quite passionate about it. Those who hate Halo … more
Since its inception in 1993, the Mario Kart Franchise has been a fun joyride for many a gamer. With 2005's Mario Kart DS being an incredible game, Mario Kart Wii has a lot to live up to. Unfortunately … more
I'm a huge gamer. And I happen to have a huge network of friends. It's how I'm able to play a lot of games early on before actually buying them. When you're in a gang of ten people (eight … more
Final Fantasy Tactics first dropped down in January of 1998. Shortly after the huge success of Final Fantasy VII on the original Playstation. It seemed as though Final Fantasy Tactics would … more
Time and time again we've talked more about the potential of the PS3 than about the quality games on the system itself. When we begin to talk about the PS3 years later, one game will stand out as being … more
NOTE: This Review is actually about the Nintendo DS version of the game, but it can be used for the Suepr Nintendo version as well. In 1995 Square … more
Video games haven't been too kind to Batman. Often times when we think of a Batman game, the first thing that comes to mind is that the game just isn't going to be all that spectacular. What is it about … more
Every gamer knows what Game Informer is. It's the world's bestselling video game magazine. It often holds the number one spot among game magazine sales. It's even among the top 100 bestselling … more
When Final Fantasy IV came out in Japan, it was hailed as a masterpiece. Coming around the time the Super Nintendo launched, Final Fantasy IV single-handedly changed the Final Fantasy name and the … more
The Nintendo Wii is quite revolution in its own right. With all the things it can do, it's hard to say it won't be competition for the market this year. What it boils down to is what you like. If you … more
The Final Fantasy series is one of the most popular franchises in all of gaming. While Final Fantasy VII is often considered the best, the Final Fantasy that made it possible, and has long been … more
Mario is a huge staple in gaming. When a Mario game comes out it can't just be "good" it has to be "great." In the past, Mario games have defined the platformers of their generation. From Super Mario … more
In 1997, a company called Squaresoft released what made the RPG a phenomenon and a game that has often been considered one of the greatest games ever made: Final Fantasy VII. For many, this was … more
The Final Fantasy series has, over the years, become paramount in the video game industry. It is a series everyone knows and that almost everyone identifies with. With Final Fantasy X, the … more
Pros: +Fantastic graphics and art design +One of the most beautiful soundtracks +Deep engrossing story +Tons of mini-games and sidequests to undertake + … more