Adventure Time: Explore the Dungeon Because I DON’T KNOW! (360, PS3, Wii U, 3DS)
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Posted on December 13th, 2013 by
Adventure Time is one of Cartoon Network’s most popular animated series, with tons of episodes (at least one even won an Emmy), as well as other products and even a previous console video game that I reviewed about this time last year (click here to read that). Now Jake, Finn, and the rest of the Adventure Time crew are ready to go multiplatform in a brand new quest (360 version reviewed here). Criminals are escaping from Princess Bubblegum’s dungeons, and she doesn’t know why. So she sends Ooo’s bravest heroes down into the depths of the dungeons to find out what’s going on down there. Play as Jake, Finn, and a host of other Adventure Time friends in this multiplayer dungeon crawler.
Hello Hero (iPad)
Posted on December 12th, 2013 by
Hello Hero is a typical free-to-play card battle game with RPG elements, but what makes this one stand out is the likable character designs. It’s been very popular overseas, and now it’s available in the US on iOS and Android devices (reviewed here on iPad).
The Bridge (360)
Posted on December 11th, 2013 by
The Bridge is a platform puzzler where you guide a man through mazes to reach an exit door. You rotate the world left and right with the L and R buttons, so floors become walls and vice versa. The game has an M.C. Escher feel because of this. The black and white pencil drawn graphics help with this theme, too. You can download it on Xbox 360.
CastleStorm (PS3, Vita, PC, 360)
Posted on December 10th, 2013 by
Knights and Vikings are at war, and it’s up to you to protect the knights’ castle and save the kingdom. CastleStorm, made by the folks that brought you all those awesome Pinball FX and Zen Pinball tables, is a creative mix of games that includes Angry Birds, but also implements plenty of strategy and action. How does this all work? Read the review to find out! (PS3 version reviewed here)
Barbie Dreamhouse Party (Wii U, Wii, 3DS, DS)
Posted on December 9th, 2013 by
Barbie’s robotic closet is malfunctioning and has trapped Barbie and her friends inside the Dreamhouse! Now the only way to escape is to…play mini-games? Travel from room to room and compete in nearly a dozen Barbie themed games for up to four players. Barbie Dreamhouse Party is available for all of Nintendo’s current consoles, but reviewed on Wii here.
Unplugged: Holiday Guide 2013
Posted on December 6th, 2013 by
It’s time once again for me to preach to the masses to encourage more face-to-face time together. Last year’s run-down of recommended boardgames was a great success. Here again are some great examples of boardgames to get you and your family gaming. You might not find all these titles at your local mega-mart but many can be found online or in a friendly local game store. Those new to the world of boardgaming may find a bit of a sticker shock as some games are pricier than new release video games, but good boardgames will provide many more hours of entertainment than most video games. Boardgames are also relatively timeless so they can be pulled out years from now and provide the same level of enjoyment. In that vein, feel free to delve into some past year’s guides for 2010 , 2009, and 2008. For each game I’ve provided the number of players, retail price, and expected time for one game. Note that often these games can be found for 20-30% less than the MSRP.
Zumba Kids (Wii, 360)
Posted on December 3rd, 2013 by
Zumba is a popular fitness program that incorporates dance and Latin music to keep you moving with a cardio workout. It’s been extremely successful, with best-selling DVDs, clothes, live classes, and video games. Now they’re inviting youngsters to the dance party with Zumba Kids, a new video game for Wii and Xbox 360 Kinect (Wii version reviewed here).
Girls’ Fashion Shoot (3DS)
Posted on November 29th, 2013 by
If you have a little girl who loves playing with fashion dolls, mixing and matching different clothes and putting on makeup, then here’s a 3DS game for her! In Girls’ Fashion Shoot, play the role of both a fashion model AND a layout editor of a fashion magazine.
Edge (Wii U)
Posted on November 28th, 2013 by
Edge is a simplistic puzzle game where you control a box and move it around cubic levels as fast as you can without falling off. Kind of like a more angular Marble Madness. Along the way, collect smaller rainbow cubes scattered about the levels to increase your rating. Make it to the goal with a fast time and with all the small cubes to get the best rating. Edge was developed by Two Tribes, makers of Toki Tori and its sequel. Originally a PC and Steam game, now you can download this classic on Wii U at a low price.
Doodle Jump Adventures (3DS, DS)
Posted on November 27th, 2013 by
One of the more prolific tablet games out there is Doodle Jump. It’s right on up there with Angry Birds and Candy Crush. And now Doodle Jump is hopping its way to Nintendo’s portable handheld consoles (3DS version reviewed here).
