Video games have a hilarious history of meshing bizarre concepts to achieve a style and sense of humor that just tickles the senses. I for one prefer fantasy in my games, while others prefer hard aged reality. No game blends the two better then 1999’s Arcade classic turned Nintendo 64 title Cruis’n Exotica. continue reading...
The last week has raised a ton of questions about the vitality of Nintendo’s platform once Sony and Microsoft invade the casual market with their new motion control bundles. Nintendo has taken the calm and calculating approach to the whole thing. But we know that behind closed doors tons of Wii’s are being thrown against the wall as executives combat a cold sweat. continue reading...
Nintendo is a beloved company that has fought tooth and claw against the demands of maturing gamers..until now. Seems they noticed that gamers want what they don’t have, namely games like BioShock 2. continue reading...
Does this look familiar to you? Good… you’re an observant person and should be patted on the back. continue reading...
Webcarzz, Inc. today announced a planned corporate name change to Vector Entertainment and product name change to Vector City Racers. The new product name, Vector City Racers, is intended to better represent the Company’s casual MMO/virtual world. Vector Entertainment and MCS Games are developing an upcoming virtual world targeted to boys and their affinity for racing. In celebration of the new name, Vector Entertainment also announced the Fastest Road to Fun Contest.
“As we develop the game, we have been conducting deep consumer research to ensure we deliver a product that meets the needs of our target audience. As a direct result of our findings, Vector City Racers more accurately reflects the game’s visual style and unique gameplay experience that is geometrically structured,” said Chris Bergstresser, CEO, Vector Entertainment. continue reading...
from Electronista.com:
Zeebo this morning unveiled a self-titled console which it says could bring video gaming and other Internet features to countries that previously haven’t had widespread access to the technology. The system combines a 528MHz Qualcomm MSM processor with a free, 3G link over HSPA that lets the console perpetually remain connected to the Internet without requiring a hardwired connection. Users can buy and download games anywhere the console gets coverage; the cellular link will also allow frequent system updates and, eventually, the ability to share the Zeebo’s connection with computers or other devices that might be relegated to dial-up in developing areas. continue reading...
From Wired.com:
Comics industry giant Marvel has teamed with virtually unknown gaming firm Gazillion Entertainment to create a host of online games, reports VentureBeat. continue reading...
Here’s a great list of games that are a blast to play and will waste massive amounts of your time! Here are games 1-4:
Puzzle Pirates
One of the more popular free games on the ‘net, Puzzle Pirates is a persistent MMO with a very casual bent. You create a cute pirate that looks like a Playmobil figure, and sail the seven seas in search of pieces ‘o eight. The catch is, each activity (and there are many, from manning the guns to repairing the ship to bilging out water) is performed with a simple puzzle game. Everyone on the ship plays their puzzle at the same time, and the cumulative performance determines how well your ship does. There are tons of community features, lots of help and tutorials, tournaments, clans, etc. There is a money angle, though—you can play for free forever, but you can also purchase a subscription or buy doubloons to access more advanced features. continue reading...
Painkiller Black Edition is a perfect fit for GOG.com with its old-school action-heavy gameplay and top-notch visuals. The critically acclaimed game pits players against hordes of hellacious beasts, with little more than weapons of incredible destructive power at their disposal. Panzer Elite Special Edition is perfect for armchair generals and generally anyone who’s always wanted to drive a tank but couldn’t stomach the idea of sitting with a couple of other men in the tank’s steamy, tight and uncomfortable confines. The game allows players to command a platoon of US or German tanks as they relive some of the most intense tank battles of World War II.
Warsaw, Poland – January 13 – For months GOG.com (http://www.gog.com) has claimed to be the ultimate destination for digitally distributed DRM-free PC classics, and thanks to Legendo Entertainment, the site finally has the balls to back that up – the pinballs, that is. Pure Pinball™ 2.0 (http://www.gog.com/en/gamecard/pure_pinball_2) – originally released under Iridon Interactive, which is now a label under Legendo Entertainment – has been added to the site’s ever-growing catalogue of classic PC games at the low, low price of $5.99. Pure Pinball 2.0 REDUX offers the most thrilling virtual pinball experience ever, with three unique 3D tables with varying themes (Racing, War and Trains), each with multiple flippers and special game modes. Featuring great visuals and countless hours of entertainment – with all of GOG.com’s features, including no DRM, full compatibility with modern operation systems and cool additional materials – there’s no denying the value of this pinball package.
Bjorn Larsson, CEO Legendo Entertainment, said, “When the game originally came out it had some pretty steep system requirements – now, with the release on GOG.com you can enjoy it in all its beauty. On most computers with all bells and whistles of your graphics card enabled, it looks gorgeous to this day and date.” continue reading...
