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kube00 writes:
The crew of The Gamer’s Lounge has gotten together and discussed our game of the year picks. To some of us, our GOTY candidates were epic 60 hour RPGs, for others it was new IPs destined to change the face of gaming, and for some of us our choices were games that flew under the radar. 2014 was truly a great year for gaming for every platform.
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kube00 writes:
Walmart is taking the plunge and getting into the use games market. This has been all over the internet for the last week or so. To make sure gamers know they have been offering some decent trade in bonuses and have an online TIV checker. This brings the speculative questions up, should gamers be trading to Walmart? What will this mean for Gamestop and other outfits? Are there better options out there?
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kube00 writes:
The release of Mario Kart 8 has boosted Wii U console sales. Is there anyway Nintendo could continue this trend? What is holding people back from buying the Wii U at this point? Does Nintendo have a long term plan to boost sales of the system? The Gamers Lounge speculates on what the sales numbers mean and asks the question can the Wii U succeed the same way the Wii could?
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kube00 writes:
Apple's new flagship phone is here, but this marks the first time they have entered the "Phablet" market. Everyone is wondering just how well Apple will fare against the tough competition of Samsung, Motorola, LG, and the like. Well, let's see how things went after my first 24 hours with the device.
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kube00 writes:
Destiny is going to be a big fall release and by now anyone who is interested in the game probably has it pre-ordered somewhere. Amazon, Gamestop, Best Buy have all had pre-order offers which include DLC or $10 back in reward certificates. But it's Target that has the best deal for getting Destiny and it's only available for a limited time.
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kube00 writes:
Watch Dogs is a good game and it has some interesting features. Watch Dogs has gotten a lot of great press and a lot of praise from reviewers and the game industry. Does this mean everyone should run out and buy the game? Does Watch Dogs change open world games forever? Is the hype behind the game too much or does it live up to the lofty expectations?
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kube00 writes:
Backlogs are symbols of good and bad in the gaming world. They bring out the best and worst in gamers. There are plenty of games to play but never enough time. How should gamers handle their massive shelf of games? Eventually something has to be done, and the Gamer’s Lounge has some ideas on how some gamers should deal with this endless cycle
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kube00 writes:
Retroscribe is a game rental service which caters to Retro Gamers. The RetroN 5 is Hyperkin's new multi-function game console that fans of retro gaming have eagerly purchased. These two could go together like Mario and Luigi and for anyone looking for a way to play more retro games, RetroScribe is the answer.
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kube00 writes:
Curve Studios has been making games for several years and they make games the way they needed to be: easy to access, hard to master, and most of all fun. Today there's a resurgence of the "indie" game. People are looking to get away from the AAA big-budget titles and get back to just having fun.
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kube00 writes:
The title says it all. The RetroN 5 has caused the demand for retro games to go up. Is this because everyone thinks they have a gaming goldmine? Does this mean the price will climb? How does this affect collectors?
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kube00 writes:
Wolfenstein: The New Order was a pleasant surprise to most gamers. Wolfenstein has a long history tied into the past and present of what defines modern gaming. But there is something about this series, it is like an old friend that comes over once and awhile out. What is it about this FPS that is so compelling? The Gamers Lounge is happy to report Wolfenstein: The New Order is a good game and offers something a little different than the standard FPS's on the market.
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kube00 writes:
Dark Souls 2 is a unique game and it has a lot to offer. The big question is will most gamers like it? What is the appeal in a game so difficult? Should there be more games like it? One writer from The Gamer’s Lounge takes on Dark Souls 2 and is left pondering one question, where’s the fun?
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kube00 writes:
Retro gaming has steadily picked up over the last 10 years. The last generation of gaming gave life-long fans remakes and digital downloads of the classics that many gamers enjoyed. The RetroN 5 is right around the corner, and its release could mean several great options for gamers. The Gamers Lounge speculates that gamers could see a retro gaming revolution where interest in retro gaming grows, while dealing with the sudden influx of demand for retro games.
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kube00 writes:
FPS games have long been a staple of gaming. The 1990s graced gamers with all sorts of FPS games from quite a few developers. These days gamers associate most FPS games with well known franchises such as COD, Halo, or Battlefield. Gamers should be thankful, for it was FPS games like Doom and Wolfenstein 3D that contributed to revolutionizing and pushing gaming.
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kube00 writes:
Mario Kart 8 is right around the corner. This could be the Wii U’s killer app with the tournament play, robust roster, and online multiplayer. Mario Kart is a great game, everyone likes it and its an excuse some people have been waiting for to buy the Wii U. But will it be enough to move systems and keep gamers content until the next big AAA release?
