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'God of War': A Role Model for an Entire Industry
2018’s God of War may be gaming’s new mascot for things we didn’t know we needed. Old school Kratos was almost adorable in his blind rage against the familiar faces of Greek mythology. It didn’t just work despite the fact that he was an underdeveloped protagonist, it worked because he was an underdeveloped protagonist. The thrilling, albeit simple character suited the thrilling, albeit simple gameplay. This new God of War takes that foundation and keeps it intact while simultaneously uprooting the entire thing to start from scratch. It may be the smoothest and most successful franchise overhaul in the history of gaming, a medium that somehow manages to love remakes and reboots more than its Hollywood counterpart. The praise for God of War 4, or PS4, or 2018, or just God of War (whatever you’ve been calling it), has been as universal as it is earned. So rather than just review the game, because my feedback may become tediously positive, we’ll also be taking a look into the secret ingredients that land such a historically memorable reception.
By Mike Charest8 years ago in Gamers
'Stardew Valley' Multiplayer: The Beginning of a Beautiful Adventure
Stardew Valley is one of the hottest casual farming games for PC. Welcome to Pelican Town, an idyllic place settled in lush Stardew Valley. You've inherited a farm from your late grandfather, and can participate in all facets of country life: planting crops, raising animals, fishing, mining, and developing relationships with the townsfolk. The game was released in 2016 and has received critical praise. But there's more: the developer, ConcernedApe, has just released a public beta for Stardew Valley's multiplayer mode!
By Skylar Banach8 years ago in Gamers
Video Game Titles That Sound Like Porn
Sometimes it's hard to tell what certain movies or shows are about depending on its title. Because of porn films' often parodic titles or storylines, it's hard not to laugh or think of ways to turn something as innocent as Speed to Ramming Speed. And it's even funnier when its title is not intentionally supposed to be suggestive. These are the video game titles that sound like porn.
By Claudia Jerro8 years ago in Gamers
Powers Reviews
In honor of opening day, today we will be talking the newest installment of MLB: The Show 18. For years, MLB The Show has been the premier video game for baseball lovers around the world. For those who are new to the game, here is what you need to know. This game has many different game modes for you to play both online and offline. The online mode is called Diamond Dynasty, where you create your own 25-man roster from playing cards you can collect by playing the game and also buy with their in-game currency you earn from playing the game, or you can buy with real money. Inside Diamond Dynasty there are different game modes you can play such as conquest, where you try to claim territories from other teams by beating them in three inning games. You can also put your team against other player's teams from around the world in the head-to-head mode. Finally, you have Battle Royale where you draft a 25 man team and put that team to the test against other players. The more you win, the better rewards you get. The offline modes include Franchise mode where you choose a team to become their new general manager and you help build a world championship team. Also, there is "Road to the Show" where you create your own player and you work your way up through the minor leagues to have a shot at becoming a Hall-of-Famer.
By Sean Powers8 years ago in Gamers
Loot Boxes Are Your Fault
Over the past few years, loot-boxes and micro-transactions have become arguably the biggest problem in the gaming industry. For very good reason actually, these monetization schemes have been the catalyst for the desecration of our favorite franchises.
By XGC Kazino8 years ago in Gamers
5 Reasons MMORPGs Are Ultimately Unsatisfying
I'm very lucky to have played MMOs for over a decade. Runescape, World of Warcraft, The Old Republic, FFXIV, Archage, FFXI and Neopets! Still I eventually find the enormous investment of time and energy required to play these gargantuan games leaves a taste of dissatisfaction and boredom sitting in my mouth like an unwanted salad leaf. I've had blast spending hundreds of hours in these gorgeously detailed and well constructed worlds - but eventually they all fall short of my video gaming needs.
By Johnny Gnosis8 years ago in Gamers
Claire: Extended Cut for PS4
As a huge fan of anything scary or horrific, I usually jump right on in without testing the waters. My love for horror video games came in with the perilous and eerie age of Resident Evil 2 in 98' for Playstation (yes, I am a Sony gal). So coming home to see a 2D horror film my boyfriend downloaded for me on my PS4 was dope! I was all for it!
By Diana Sanabria8 years ago in Gamers
10 of the Worst Superhero Video Games of All Time
Superhero movies have received the bulk of Hollywood attention. But before all of the special effects and funding were even a possibility, there were video games. But not every game or movie translates over to the other platform well.
By Dave Schneider8 years ago in Gamers
'GTA V'
1997 in gaming history is a year we should all remember; even as a six year old, I do remember first watching gameplay of (a few years later playing it myself) Grand Theft Auto, the original, released on the first PlayStation console (the big grey one with the wired controllers and the physical memory cards). The aerial views and the small controllable character made the game disappointing for me. I was unable to get past stealing a bus, having to do a really complicated three-point-turn in the midst of traffic and somehow managing to get a nearly unshakable wanted level, or managing to leave said vehicle and shoot some innocent passerby until they retaliated and killed you. Personally, I could not wait for an improvement, if there were to be more games in the series.
By Stace Garratt8 years ago in Gamers
Best Cyberpunk Video Games
What is cyberpunk? That's a very good question, and I'm glad you asked. The genre, concept, or setting as it's often referred to, mostly dates back to around the 1960s and 1970s, give or take, stemming from a blend of elements like cybernetics, science fiction, futuristic technology, and societal downfall, or some sociological subversion of the human race. Acclaimed Neuromancer, published in 1984 by William Gibson, is said to have cemented the genre into being. However, Ridley Scott's Blade Runner, a 1982 film incidentally based on Philip K. Dick's Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? also includes similar traits and characteristics of this immersive genre.
By George Herman8 years ago in Gamers
Worst Video Games Based on TV Shows
I'm not too sure who came up with the idea in general, but TV or movie tie-ins are never a good idea and are always viewed with a mixture of scorn and annoyance on release. The best games to play on the couch with friends aren't supposed to be the best in category, or even the greatest video games, but are here for experiences that cannot be enjoyed anywhere but through that particular universe. So, maybe their particular show wasn't all that great, or possibly the developers weren't motivated, they're still among an enormous berth of video games that only amounted to failure. Like it or not, your most cherished game as a child may even make it on this list.
By George Herman8 years ago in Gamers
Final Fantasy XV - Episode Gladiolus Review
As far as the latest numbered addition to the historic fantasy JRPG franchise is concerned, revolutionary gameplay is the name of the game… figuratively speaking. Following Final Fantasy XV’s dramatic arrival, older entries to the series are left to age gracefully in their place by XV’s brand spanking new features; features like day and night cycles, real-time in-and-out combat and heavily customizable vehicles; even the conventional expectations of the most high-rolling RPGs on the market are blown inexorably out of the water by XV’s bold and beautiful technical exploration. These new gameplay ventures transform the first two thirds of the game into an immersive road trip simulator, lovingly weaved together by the exceptionally compelling storyline, mind-blowing graphical achievements and the occasional moment taken to admire Cindy’s.... graphics. Satisfying as it may be, reaching the summit of this titanic fantasy escapade leaves you wrestling keenly with a hunger for more pseudo-realistic fantasy goodness, and so loyal fans waited patiently with bated breath for the arrival of Final Fantasy XV’s first DLC. And now, much to the dismay of reviewers everywhere, Squ-enix’s first post-release add-on to the game falls short of the mountainous standards set by its father package in almost every way possible.
By Jamie 'Pappers' Papworth8 years ago in Gamers
