As Nintendo's 3D-less 2DS launches we take a look at five odd-yet-innovative consoles from the '80s, '90s and '00s. by CJ Wheeler Nintendo is having one of its patchy periods. It made some strange design choices when developing the company's newest flagship machine, the Wii U, which was released last year. Despite being the Japanese gaming … Continue reading Celebrating Nintendo 2DS: weird games consoles from history
NimbleBit developing Star Wars: Tiny Death Star
No moon? There's an app for that. by CJ Wheeler Look out Angry Birds. It looks like Star Wars fans will soon have to make room among their apps for another addictive time-sink set in that galaxy far, far away. Many smartphone owners know the gloriously cute, nightmarish limbo that is Tiny Tower. Tiny Death Star? … Continue reading NimbleBit developing Star Wars: Tiny Death Star
Nintendo reveals new 2DS handheld console
No need to double-check your calendar -- it's not April. by CJ Wheeler It's true. Nintendo is releasing a budget 3DS without the 3D. Nintendo is marketing 2DS as a way of playing 3DS games on a standard display for a low price. Red-white and blue-black editions of the revamped console will go on sale in … Continue reading Nintendo reveals new 2DS handheld console
Bridgy Jones app review
Not groundbreaking, but fun enough if you persevere. by CJ Wheeler Casual gaming already has its Mario, Lara Croft and Master Chief in the forms of Angry Birds and Om Nom. Can the eponymous train-driving hillbilly star of Bridgy Jones capture imaginations around the globe too? Not really, no. The object of the game is to … Continue reading Bridgy Jones app review
The Last of Us launch trailer
Better than a movie? The Last of Us hits PS3 today after some insanely review high scores. Let's take a look at the launch trailer Sony debuted at E3 this week. Naughty Dog, of Uncharted fame as the trailer duly takes note of, has done a superb job crafting a cinematic experience by the look … Continue reading The Last of Us launch trailer
E3 – Microsoft refreshes Xbox 360 hardware, gives Gold subscribers free games
Two free games every month for Gold customers. by CJ Wheeler Rueing that Xbox Live Gold subscription? Never fear, Games with Gold is here. Microsoft is offering Gold subscribers who live in every country Xbox Live operates in two free game downloads every month until the end of the year. The first game selected for the … Continue reading E3 – Microsoft refreshes Xbox 360 hardware, gives Gold subscribers free games
Apple developer document leaks certified controller specs for iOS 7
Apple takes on Ouya, Android, Nintendo and everybody else in the gaming space. by CJ Wheeler Two controller designs certified for use with iPhones and iPads running iOS 7 have leaked from developer documentation issued by Apple. iOS 7 was revealed earlier this week at Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference, where game controller support was confirmed. The controller … Continue reading Apple developer document leaks certified controller specs for iOS 7
E3 – Sony and PS4 spoof Xbox One used games policy [video]
Sony instructional video oh-so-subtly trolls Microsoft. by CJ Wheeler PlayStation 4 manufacturer Sony has, undoubtedly, pulled a blinder at this year's E3. One of the biggest successes for Sony during the PS4 announcement has been its open policy on used games, which makes Microsoft's Xbox One look restrictive. Joking around, some of Sony's top execs decided … Continue reading E3 – Sony and PS4 spoof Xbox One used games policy
E3 – Microsoft says buy Xbox 360 if you don’t have Internet [video]
Don Mattrick steamrolls over the next-gen connectivity issue while on-air. It's something of an understatement to say that E3 2013 has not gone well for Microsoft and Xbox One. At least there's still Xbox 360, right? In an interview filmed on Sunday before the Xbox E3 keynote, Microsoft's President of Interactive Entertainment, Don Mattrick, expounded … Continue reading E3 – Microsoft says buy Xbox 360 if you don’t have Internet
E3 – Destiny gameplay trailer
Bungie tears Halo a new one with sci-fi shooter Destiny. Dropships? Check. Insectoid alien thingies? Check. Space-based megastructures popped out of nowhere? Check. Must be a Bungie game. Announced just before Christmas last year, Destiny's story is reminiscent of recent MMOFPS and TV series Defiance. Aliens arrive at Earth, humans get trounced, and player begins … Continue reading E3 – Destiny gameplay trailer
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