Game Review: Ben 10 Triple Pack (DS)
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Posted on July 15th, 2011 by
Ben 10 is a popular action animated series on Cartoon Network. It stars Ben, a teenage boy who uses a special wristwatch-like device to transform into all sorts of powerful aliens. Ben uses his abilities to stop intergalactic invaders from taking over Earth. Now your young Ben 10 fans can enjoy three adventures in one with the Ben 10 Triple Pack for Nintendo DS. It features Ben 10: Protector of Earth, Ben 10: Alien Force, and Ben 10 Alien Force: Vilgax Attacks all on one cartridge.
Game Review: Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon (360, PS3)
Posted on July 14th, 2011 by
Giant ants, spiders, and other alien bugs are taking over the world, and it’s up to you to stop them. Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon is an over-the-shoulder, third person shooter where you blast all manner of giant creepy-crawlies. It’s available for Xbox 360 and PS3 (360 version reviewed here).
Game Review: Dungeons and Dragons: Daggerdale (PC, XBOX Live)
Posted on July 13th, 2011 by
Nearly every computer RPG owes its roots to the pencil and paper Dungeons and Dragons game. Unfortunately, D&D has not always fared as well when brought into the digital realm. Some versions drew critical acclaim (the Gold Box series, Baldur’s Gate, etc…) but still others were more lackluster. The newest electronic entry, Daggerdale, falls somewhere on the spectrum between the arcade dungeon romp series, Gauntlet, and the more complex (but still a dungeon romp), Diablo series. Targeted at multiplayer gaming, allowing up to four players to play at once, Daggerdale provides a fun Gauntlet type experience along with the joys of “leveling up” one’s character, however it fails to completely grasp the gripping story or depth seen in larger games like Diablo. If you come to the title looking for some lightweight fantasy gaming action, it will serve you well.
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Second Opinion: LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean (Wii, Xbox 360, PS3, DS)
Posted on July 12th, 2011 by
In GamerDad’s recent review of LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean, he glowingly relates how the newest installment in the LEGO adventure series just may be the best yet. I wanted to join the chorus and second his recommendation of the title for fans of the LEGO series, fans of Pirates of the Caribbean, or for anyone who is looking for a great two-player cooperative family game.
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Game Review: Ms. ‘Splosion Man (Xbox LIVE Arcade)
Posted on July 11th, 2011 by
The scientists have finally captured ‘Splosion Man, the crazy experiment who can explode at will. But during the celebration party, one of the scientists spilled champagne on some wires, and Ms. ‘Splosion Man was born! Now armed with an explosive personality and plenty of girl power, she’ll have to escape the scientists, too, and cause plenty of mayhem and havoc in this sequel to one of the most popular Xbox LIVE Arcade games ever.
The Characters of Cartoon Network: Punch Time Explosion (3DS)
Posted on July 9th, 2011 by
I hate giving games a bad review. I really do. Anyone who’s read my reviews can tell. Even if a game is mediocre, as long as it’s playable I’ll try and look at the good in the game as much as I can. That’s why it pains me to say that Cartoon Network: Punch Time Explosion for 3DS is the worst game I’ve played this year so far. But since I still like a lot of the characters in the game, I’m going to write a blog about them anyway.
Game Review: Cars 2 (Wii, Xbox 360, PS3, NDS)
Posted on July 8th, 2011 by
Movie franchises that make their way into the video game world are all often the electronic equivalent of a Happy Meal Toy. Sure, it incorporates the new and exciting world of the movie to just out in theaters, but when it comes to play time they quickly tossed aside for other tried and true favorites. Thankfully, the new Cars 2 is the exception rather than the norm. While the last Cars game, Mater’s Tall Tales, was somewhat of a disappointment, Cars 2 redeems the franchise by delivering a good Kart racing game with solid tie-ins to the movie’s plot.
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Game Review: Ninjamurai (PS Mini)
Posted on July 7th, 2011 by
Ninjamurai is a 2-D sidescrolling platformer PS Mini game that you can play on the PSP or PS3. It’s very similar to classic titles such as Shinobi or Ninja Gaiden. Play as a warrior who can’t decide if he’s a ninja or samurai (I’d say mostly ninja) as he single-handedly thwarts the evil Black Armor group.
Reader Review: Puzzle Agent 2 (PC)
Posted on July 6th, 2011 by
Put on your thinking caps and get out your ABC gum, because Puzzle Agent is returning to your PC from TellTale! Similar to the Professor Layton games on DS, Puzzle Agent 2 requires you to solve mini-puzzles while gathering clues to a bigger mystery. Since my brother Jeff enjoyed the first game so much, I decided to let him take a stab at the sequel. So here’s Jeff Orth’s review of Puzzle Agent 2!
Game Review: Backbreaker: Vengeance (Xbox LIVE)
Posted on July 3rd, 2011 by
Backbreaker: Vengeance is a downloadable Xbox LIVE title based on a popular cell phone game, which in turn is based on the sport of football. Not necessarily a football game, it’s more of an arcade style challenge to run the football down the length of the field, avoiding tacklers and obstacles along the way in each stage.
