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Category Archives: Videogames
‘Contra Anniversary Collection’ Released For Nintendo Switch
‘Contra’ was one of those games that you could come back to again and again. Slap your favorite 80’s rock cassette tape into your Walkman, don a pair of those cheesy foam headphones, and get lost in the world of an additively fun game. Read More
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 Gaming Headset: A Great Value
The Recon 70 gaming headset is a terrific value for an entry-level headset: crisp, resonant sound at a reasonable price. Read More
Dance Along With ‘Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring the Legend of Zelda’
Whether on the go or around the house, alone or with a friend, ‘Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring the Legend of Zelda’ has addictive rhythmic combat to spare and a soundtrack that can’t be beat. Read More
Nintendo’s E3 Direct Delivers
From DLC to new IP, there was surely something for everyone in this E3 Nintendo Direct. Read More
You Must Gather Your Party Before Watching This ‘Baldur’s Gate III’ Teaser
It looks like they’re going to be making a third ‘Baldur’s Gate’ game. I have some thoughts. Read More
Pokémon Direct Gives Us ‘Pokémon Sword’ and ‘Pokémon Shield’ Release Date (And So Much More!)
Nintendo and Game Freak just concluded this morning’s special Pokémon Direct broadcast, and it shed new light on the upcoming ‘Pokémon Sword’ and ‘Pokémon Shield’ titles. Read More
BenQ XL2536 E-Sports Gaming Monitor Review
BenQ releases a high-performance monitor for e-sports gamers looking to get a competitive edge. Read More
Aksys Games Invites Your Family to ‘Fun! Fun! Animal Park’
Aksys Games’ latest Nintendo Switch release is a light and breezy family title perfect for the parents of younger gamers, ‘Fun! Fun! Animal Park.’ Read More
Patriot Viper V765 Mechanical RGB Keyboard Review
Viper has released a new mechanical keyboard for competitive gamers, the V765. Read More
Watch This: Full Trailer for ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ Movie With Lots of Familiar Faces
He’s a whole new speed of hero. Watch the new trailer for Sonic The Hedgehog, in theaters this November. [Sponsored] Read More
Block It to Me: Sock It to Me Celebrates ‘Tetris’ With New Anniversary Line
It seems that 2019 is the year for big landmark anniversaries, among them the Nintendo Game Boy and its addictive puzzler ‘Tetris.’ Read More
Beyond Hit Points: The Evolution of RPG Combat Mechanics
The mechanics in Obsidian’s ‘Pillars of Eternity’ are excellent. This article is not a review. This is not a strategy guide. I’m not interested in going into any of the plot or setting of ‘Pillars of Eternity.’ Neither will I discuss character builds, weapons and armor, or the game’s graphics or music. I just want to focus on the way they’ve designed the game’s mechanics and examine the new ideas they’ve introduced, which I personally find fascinating. My hope is that even if you have no intention of ever playing the game, you may find the discussion of its mechanics interesting if you enjoy RPGs. Read More
Geek Links: ‘Warhammer Underworlds: Online’ Announced!
‘Warhammer Underworlds: Online’ is coming to a computer near you soon! Read More
Nintendo Switch eShop Highlights: ‘BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL!,’ ‘Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Champions,’ and More
Thanks in no small part to a slate of irresistible downloadables, my family is currently building, battling, and otherwise bounding our way through early spring on the Nintendo Switch. Read More
‘KontrolFreek’ Video Game Controller Accesories
KontrolFreek offers gamers of any age a chance to gain an advantage in both gameplay and comfort with their line of controller and gaming accessories! Read More
Ematic ‘Nintendo Switch Wired and Wireless Controllers’
The Ematic Nintendo Switch Controllers are a great choice for families that want to game on their Nintendo Switch together at an affordable price Read More
Nintendo Labo: VR Opens Up a World of Possibilities
Whether your thing is fighting or flying, head-scratching puzzles or meditative meanderings, there’s even more to see and do with the Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit than the purchase price would have you believe. Read More
Geek Links: Craft Your Own Inspired World for Yoshi and Friends
Bust spring boredom with this fun printable activity inspired by ‘Yoshi’s Crafted World.’ Courtesy: Play Nintendo Read More
Get a Free Year of Nintendo Switch Online From Twitch Prime
You can currently use Twitch Prime to get up to 12 months of Nintendo’s Switch Online service for free. Here’s how. Read More
Beyond Cute – GeekDad Reviews ‘Yoshi’s Crafted World’
‘Yoshi’s Crafted World’ is a gorgeous, nuanced gaming experience that’s on par with Switch standouts like ‘Super Mario Odyssey’ and ‘Breath of the Wild.’ Read More
Virtual Reality Gets Social With the Nintendo Labo: VR Kit
There’s a lot more to make, play, and discover when Nintendo Labo: VR products arrive on store shelves next month. Read More
Bring ‘Tempest’ Home With Tempest X Replicade
The Tempest X Replicade by New Wave Toys brings the “Tempest” arcade experience to your home. So crack open a Tab, put on some Duran Duran, and get your “Tempest” arcade fix! Read More
Slow and Steady: GeekDad Reviews ‘Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn’
Wii classic ‘Kirby’s Epic Yarn’ is back on the Nintendo 3DS as ‘Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn,’ and while this new iteration shows a bit of wear at the seams (pun fully intended), it’s still a fun and fluffy Kirby adventure for the whole family. Read More
Choose Your Weapon With ‘Pokémon Sword’ and ‘Pokémon Shield’
In case you missed it, Nintendo and The Pokémon Company International just gave us our first look at a brand new ‘Pokémon’ game heading to the Nintendo Switch in late 2019. Read More
Congratulations, Doug Bowser!
Since Thursday’s surprise announcement, seemingly all of gaming, geek, and pop culture media has taken a moment to reflect on the upcoming retirement of Reggie Fils-Aime, longtime President and COO of Nintendo of America. What’s garnered significantly fewer headlines is kind words for his successor, current Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing Doug Bowser. Read More
Cooler Master CK530 Keyboard and MM830 Mouse
Cooler Master adds to its lineup of great peripherals with two new devices for gamers on the go (or at home) with their new CK-530 tenkeyless keyboard and the awesome MM830 mouse. Read More
‘Super Mario Bros. 2’ on Nintendo Switch Online
Last week (Feb 13th) Nintendo updated their catalog of Nintendo Switch Online games to include Super Mario Bros. 2. Read More
February Nintendo Direct Promises Big Things for 2019
While there’s been plenty of talk about what wasn’t included in this week’s Nintendo Direct presentation, there was still a lot of ground covered in Nintendo’s latest half-hour of power. Read More
Geek Links: ‘100% Unofficial Fortnite Essential Guide’
I don’t play video games much these days. I enjoy them, but I just don’t have a lot of time to sit down and dive deep into a game. My boys, ages 11 and 8, however… they love one game in particular. If you’re a parent of a kid age 8+, you know the game I’m talking about: ‘Fortnite.’ Read More
