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Games as a Disservice
28
Sep
By Steve Esposito
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Games as a Disservice

After several days of playing Kingdoms of Amalur as a palate cleanser from the bland meal that was Square Enix’s Avengers, I have come to a realization that half of all “Games as a Service” titles suck. I’m not going to candy-coat it, I’m going to be blunt with this…
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Why Do We Play Video Games?
30
Jun
By Patrick Shields
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Why Do We Play Video Games?

Playing video games is the best hobby there is. Sure, that’s my opinion, but I’m certainly not alone. Video games have grown from humble beginnings to become the most profitable of all entertainment ventures. That’s not bad for something that used to be considered a kid’s toy or a novelty…
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Examining the Classics : Bioshock
28
Jun
By Ains
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Examining the Classics : Bioshock

The second entry in my Examining the Classics series is Bioshock, a title that over a decade after its release in 2007, I maintain is one of the greatest video games ever developed. From its opening, to the character development, Rapture, and the brilliantly shocking ending, Bioshock is the purest…
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Article : Making Sense of Xbox as a Service on Other Devices
23
Feb
By Ains
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Article : Making Sense of Xbox as a Service on Other Devices

I was traveling this week which allowed me less than time than usual to be up to date on all things gaming industry related. This morning, while getting caught up, I saw nearly endless posts, opinions, videos, arguments, and worse relating to Xbox Game Pass potentially coming to the Nintendo…
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Article : The Good in Gaming
17
Jan
By Ains
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Article : The Good in Gaming

On June 15th, 2018, I flew home from Los Angeles after spending a whirlwind six days at my first E3. I arrived that afternoon back in Kansas City, was overjoyed to hug my wife at the airport, and upon getting home I immediately gave both of my sons a hug…
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Article : 10 Titles to Watch in 2018
22
Feb
By Ains
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Article : 10 Titles to Watch in 2018

2018, like 2017 before it, is going to be filled with an over-abundance of quality games. This means that some really good games will likely get overlooked. So while we’re all familiar with Red Dead Redemption 2, Sea of Thieves, God of War, and the inevitable new Call of Duty…
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Video/Article : Our Favorite Games of 2017
11
Jan
By Seasoned Gaming
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Video/Article : Our Favorite Games of 2017

Looking back at one of the greatest gaming years of all-time in 2017, Ains and Bert discuss their five favorite games of the year, ones that just missed the cut, and games they wish they had spent more time with. The video contains both Ains and Bert's selections and you…
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