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Category: Videogames

Click That Brick! No, It’s Not Audrey 2, It’s the LEGO ‘Super Mario’ Piranha Plant

September 22, 2023September 21, 2023Paul Benson

Bring an iconic ‘Mario Bros.’ enemy to brick life.

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Searching for the ‘Black Tiger’ 80’s Arcade Game

September 14, 2023September 14, 2023Skip Owens

For the last several years I have been searching every week on the Nintendo Switch eShop in their new release section for the old 80’s arcade game Black Tiger. But didn’t have any luck…until recently.

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Stack Overflow: Video Games

September 11, 2023September 10, 2023Jonathan H. Liu

Jonathan explores books about video gaming!

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Click That Brick! Waka Waka Waka: LEGO Icons ‘PAC-MAN’ Arcade

September 9, 2023September 8, 2023Paul Benson

Go back to the ’80s with this totally tubular ‘Pac-Man’ set from LEGO.

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Save Money With Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers

September 1, 2023August 31, 2023Z

You can easily save $20 or more on two digital video game purchases using Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers, and in a big gaming household like mine, that really adds up!

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The Pit Stop: Introducing the MOZA Racing R3 Bundle for Xbox and PC

August 27, 2023August 25, 2023Paul Benson

MOZA Racing debuts their first officially-licensed direct-drive racing bundle for Xbox.

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‘Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils’ Is Its Own Kind of Retro Fun

August 26, 2023August 25, 2023Z

Relive the Game Boy Color-era gaming renaissance with gender-flipped action-platformer ‘Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils’—now available for Nintendo Switch!

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Lock and Load for ‘Time Crisis’ and 3 Other New Machines From Arcade1Up

August 24, 2023August 23, 2023Paul Benson

Arcade1Up debuts 4 new arcade machines.

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The Digital Version of ‘Undaunted: Normandy’ Is Now in Early Access

July 31, 2023July 31, 2023Michael Knight

‘Undaunted: Normandy’ is the digital version of the popular tabletop game of the same name. Players take on the roll of US and German units during battles from World War II. The game is in early access on Steam.

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‘Diablo IV’ Takes the Popular Franchise to a New Level

July 23, 2023July 22, 2023Michael Knight

‘Diablo IV’ is the latest in the long-running series of action RPG video games and takes players to the world of Sanctuary where they must defeat the demon Lilith.

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Prepare for Big, Big Fun in ‘Pikmin 4’

July 19, 2023July 18, 2023Z

‘Pikmin’ games are about the joy of discovering a world as it opens up around you, and even with all its new additions, ‘Pikmin 4’ never loses sight of that.

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Click That Brick! The LEGO Icons Pac-Man Arcade Set Is Coming Soon

May 24, 2023May 23, 2023Paul Benson

Pac-Man fever hits LEGO with the Icons Pac-Man Arcade Set.

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10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’

May 23, 2023May 22, 2023Z

‘Tears of the Kingdom’ is, in every way, an embarrassment of riches. Here are 10 things gamer parents should know before picking up the game for their families.

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The Pit Stop: Arcade1Up’s ‘The Fast & The Furious’ Deluxe Arcade Machine Hits the Streets

May 19, 2023May 18, 2023Paul Benson

It’s all about family fun with ‘The Fast & The Furious’ Deluxe Arcade Machine.

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Energize Your Gameplay With the ‘Space Ace’ x RepliCade From New Wave Toys

May 11, 2023May 11, 2023Paul Benson

A fantastic small-scale, playable replica of ‘Space Ace.’

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The Pit Stop: Test-Driving the Next Level Racing GTLite Cockpit

May 7, 2023May 6, 2023Paul Benson

If you have minimal space, you’ll get maximum mileage out of the GTLite cockpit from Next Level Racing.

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Get Ready to Monkey Around With These LEGO ‘Donkey Kong’ Sets

April 29, 2023April 29, 2023Paul Benson

The LEGO ‘Donkey Kong’ sets will be available starting August 1st.

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‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’ — A GeekDad First Look

April 26, 2023April 26, 2023Z

Last week I was given an opportunity to explore the awe-inspiring world of ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.’

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The Pit Stop: Test-Driving The GT Omega APEX Steering Wheel Stand

April 26, 2023April 25, 2023Paul Benson

If you’re looking to take your first steps to a more immersive video game racing experience, the GT Omega APEX Steering Wheel Stand is a fantastic purchase.

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LEGO Won’t Make You Jump Through Hoops for These ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ Sets

April 20, 2023April 25, 2023Paul Benson

4 new ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ LEGO sets will be available to order in August.

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War Never Changes: GeekDad Reviews ‘Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp’ for Nintendo Switch

April 19, 2023April 18, 2023Z

‘Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp’ is a love letter to the turn-based strategy games of old.

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Get Your Virtual Tabletop Board Gaming on the Go With the Infinity Game Board

April 14, 2023April 13, 2023Paul Benson

The portable Infinity Game Board is the latest release from Arcade1Up.

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Interested in Sim Racing? You Could Win a Ford Cockpit From Next Level Racing

April 13, 2023April 12, 2023Paul Benson

The contest ends April 29th.

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GeekDad Preview: ‘Advance Wars 1+2: ReBoot Camp’ for Nintendo Switch

April 5, 2023April 4, 2023Z

If you’re looking for a classic turn-based strategy experience reinvented for the contemporary audience, ‘Advance Wars 1+2: ReBoot Camp’ is sure to please.

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Customize Your Gaming Experience With Dream Controller

March 31, 2023March 30, 2023Rory Bristol

Tired of vinyl stickers peeling off of your favorite gaming components? Or perhaps you’re tired of looking at Nintendo’s Neon-styled Joy-Cons? Dream Controller has customization options that may be the solution you’re looking for.

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Eiji Aonuma Provides an Early Look at ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’

March 29, 2023March 28, 2023Z

Tuesday morning started off with a bang as series producer Eiji Aonuma gave fans a glorious 10-minute look at the gameplay of the upcoming Nintendo Switch release ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.’

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Minecraft Does DnD Does Minecraft

March 28, 2023March 27, 2023Rory Bristol

Following the Dungeons and Dragons Direct announcement, we look into the details of the Dungeons and Dragons and Minecraft crossover event.

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Highlights from the 2023 Dungeons and Dragons Direct

March 28, 2023March 27, 2023Rory Bristol

Hot on the heels of the latest Dungeons and Dragons Direct, we’re here to highlight the most interesting new features coming to the Dungeons and Dragons franchise.

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GeekDad Wishes You a Happy MAR10 Day!

March 10, 2023March 9, 2023Z

It’s #MAR10DAY, and Nintendo of America has all the sweet, sweet deals to help you celebrate in style.

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You Can Go Home Again – GeekDad Reviews ‘Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe’

February 22, 2023February 21, 2023Z

‘Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe’ is an all-you-can-eat buffet that certainly hits the spot.

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