What Do Non-Hardcore Gamers Think About Games as Art?
Editor’s note: Wait, wait, wait: Before roll your eyes at another “games as art” story, take a moment to read Stephen’s intro. He’s tackling...
Do Game Stories Actually Matter?
Editor's note: Jon contends that a game's story ultimately doesn't matter. I tend to disagree, but that comes from a guy who has rated...
Help! That Gorilla Stole My DS
Maybe she was hungry and thought it was food, maybe she was curious what the zoo patrons were staring at, or maybe, just maybe...
News Blips: Donkey Kong Record, Metal Gear Solid: Rising Characters, Fallout: New Vegas Voice Talent, and More
I'm glad I chose to distance myself from the cutthroat world of video game records — I stand no chance against Billy Mitchell and...
Co-op Ruined Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker
If I had to categorize my affection for Metal Gear Solid, it'd fit somewhere between “Blind Apologist” and “Raging Fanboyism." I've argued with friends...
Video Blips: Shank, Shaun White Skateboarding, Brink, and More
Title character Shank is one of those unsung heroes of sincerity — if you don't get out of his way, he'll sincerely rip your...
What if Blizzard Went Through with Real ID?
Editor's note: Dennis wonders if Blizzard's failed plan to require real names on their forums would have actually benefited the community. Hey, real names...
Online and mobile games should generate more revenue than console games
The video games industry is big and getting bigger. But it’s changing. Console games are getting riskier to make, while online and mobile games...
News Blips: Redeeming Pirates, Signing with Kinect, Scary Assassin’s Creed Toys, and More
Forget hunting for bargains and preowned games — amass an armada of pirates and watch those prices plummet! News Blips: Amanita Design cuts the...
Video Blips: Call of Duty: Black Ops, Madden, Monday Night Combat, and More
It's always cold in Call of Duty: Black Ops, but hey, I'll take frozen facial hair over embarrassing sweat stains from the eternally sun-baked...