Videogames Archives

Stakes Are High in ‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity’

November 18, 2020November 17, 2020Z2

Even if other ‘Warriors’ games have left you cold, even if ‘Zelda’ spin-offs just aren’t your bag, even if you already have another spectacular hack-and-slash title for the Nintendo Switch, don’t let ‘Age of Calamity’ pass you by.

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Wonderfully Retro – Game & Watch: ‘Super Mario Bros.’

November 18, 2020November 17, 2020Z0

I simply adore my ‘Super Mario Bros.’ Game & Watch and can’t help but enthusiastically recommend it—especially to old school Nintendo gamers like myself.

Fight Behind Enemy Lines in ‘Partisans 1941’

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020Michael Knight0

In ‘Partisans 1941’ players lead a band of Russian partisans against the German invaders by performing tactical raids while also gathering resources and building a base for their operations. I highly recommend ‘Partisans 1941’ for those who enjoy a thinking, real-time tactical game with both stealth and action as well as an engaging, original story.

Secretlab Introduces the K/DA ALL OUT Edition Designer Seat

October 30, 2020October 30, 2020Paul Benson0

Secretlab and Riot Games have collaborated on a new ‘League of Legends’ Champions Collection gaming seat.

‘Pikmin 3 Deluxe’ Is (Still) Out of This World

October 28, 2020October 27, 2020Z0

Whether this is your first flight or a return visit to PNF-404, ‘Pikmin 3 Deluxe’ manages to bring charm and challenge in equal measure, further solidifying itself as the definitive ‘Pikmin’ experience.

Immerse Yourself into Video Games with the Whirlwind FX Element Keyboard

October 26, 2020October 25, 2020Michael Knight0

Get immersed into your video games with the Whirlwind FX Element keyboard with RGB lighting that reacts to what is on your computer screen.

10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit’

October 14, 2020October 13, 2020Z0

This Friday, ‘Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit’ comes… well, home. Here are 10 things you should know before you consider picking it up for your family.

Conquer the Shadowlands with the Secretlab ‘World of Warcraft’ Gaming Chairs

October 12, 2020October 12, 2020Paul Benson0

Secretlab debuts the first official World of Warcraft gaming chair.

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A GeekDad Preview of ‘Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit’

October 1, 2020October 1, 2020Z0

In my rundown of ‘Super Mario Bros.’ 35th-anniversary highlights, I said ‘Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit’ was “sure to be one of this holiday season’s hottest items,” and all I’ve seen so far only reinforces that belief.

Watch ‘League of Legends’ Worlds 2020 in Style With Secretlab’s New Gamer Chairs

September 25, 2020September 24, 2020Paul Benson0

Secretlab debuts two new chairs for the ‘League of Legends’ Worlds 2020 Tournament.

A Glorious Blast From the Past: GeekDad Reviews ‘Super Mario 3D All-Stars’

September 16, 2020September 16, 2020Z0

‘Super Mario 3D All-Stars’ is playable a history lesson, a treatise on the evolution of Mario in his fun and formative 3D years.

From the Inbox: ‘Spid the Spider,’ ‘Goner,’ ‘Dinky Dungeon,’ and More Books and Games

September 8, 2020Ken Denmead0

We get a lot of press releases each week. We don’t have time to check them all out, but we’ll pass along the fun-looking ones to our readers.

GeekDad Review: WD Black P50 Game Drive SSD

September 5, 2020September 4, 2020Brad Moon0

Western Digital’s P50 Game Drive NVMe SSD is rugged, portable, and blistering fast, slaying video game load times.

Nintendo Celebrates the 35th Anniversary of ‘Super Mario Bros.’ in a Big Way

September 4, 2020September 3, 2020Z0

From the triumphant return of the classic Game & Watch to augmented reality ‘Mario Kart’ to a pair of ‘All-Stars’ releases, Nintendo is celebrating the 35th anniversary of ‘Super Mario Bros.’ in style.

Geek Links: Enter the Psychedelic Wonderland of ‘Spinch’

August 22, 2020August 21, 2020Z0

With elements of hardcore platforming, physics-defying level design, and blistering boss battles, ‘Spinch’ is exactly the kind of gaming experience I can’t wait to dive into! Courtesy: rap legend Jesse Dangerously

GeekDad Review: ‘Spirit Island Digital’

August 22, 2020August 21, 2020Greg Howley0

In ‘Spirit Island,’ settlers are colonizing an island, and the island’s spirits and the native Dahan are resisting that colonization. You play as one of these spirits, and your job is to destroy the settlers. ‘Spirit Island’ is a cooperative game, but it is not a lightweight game. It’s complex, difficult, and rewarding. I love it, but if you’re a casual gamer, it may not be for you.

Review: ‘Desperados III’ Takes You Back to the Wild West

August 17, 2020August 30, 2020Michael Knight0

‘Desperados III’ is a stealth-based real time tactical game set in the Wild West where players lead five characters with unique weapons and abilities through a campaign of missions.

GeekDad Review: The WaterField Dash Express Case for Nintendo Switch

August 15, 2020August 14, 2020Z0

Though obviously not a high-impact accessory, the Dash Express is a slim case that marries form and function in a way that only WaterField can.

For Love of Video Game Music

August 13, 2020August 13, 2020Greg Howley1

I’ve loved video game music since my days on the Commodore 64, when I would listen to SID Player music and try to play those tracks on a piano, only rarely succeeding. Today, I’d like to share with you some of my own favorite music from video games.

A New Dimension of Fun – GeekDad Reviews ‘Paper Mario: The Origami King’

July 15, 2020Z0

‘Paper Mario: The Origami King’ is a must-own for Switch gamers of all stripes. RPG aficionados will love its globe-spanning adventure, Mario fans will positively adore its clever world-building, and casual players will appreciate the fact that its challenges rely more on observation and experimentation than chance or rote trial-and-error.

‘Microsoft Flight Simulator’ Takes Off in August

July 15, 2020Michael Knight0

Get ready for Microsoft Flight Simulator which releases on August 18, 2020.

‘Clubhouse Games’ and ‘Xenoblade Chronicles’ Are Perfect Father’s Day Fare for the Gaming GeekDad

June 18, 2020June 17, 2020Z0

‘Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics’ and ‘Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition’ are two perfect picks for your favorite GeekDad’s Father’s Day haul.

GeekDad Review: ‘PONG Quest’ for Nintendo Switch

June 14, 2020June 12, 2020Skip Owens0

Sometimes it is fun to go back to the classics, and that is exactly what the game ‘PONG Quest’ is all about.

New From Arcade1Up: Old Favorites

June 11, 2020June 11, 2020Michael Kaufman0

Get the arcade cabinet that you used to dump quarters into for yourself! Arcade1Up cabinets feature a collection of classic arcade games with the joystick and button configurations you remember.

Gearbox Announces ‘Brothers in Arms’ Television Series

May 1, 2020April 30, 2020Michael Knight0

Gearbox Entertainment announces a new ‘Brothers in Arms’ television series featuring true, untold stories from World War II.

Review: ‘X-COM Chimera Squad’ Is the Latest Installment in the Popular Franchise

April 28, 2020April 28, 2020Michael Knight0

‘X-COM Chimera Squad’ is the latest installment of the ‘X-COM’ series in which players lead a team of agents to help defeat underground criminal elements in City 31 where humans, aliens, and hybrids live alongside one another.