Some may say that in order to consistently write about video games, that one must be somewhat of a “man-child.”  Although I would like to disagree with that stereotype, I’m afraid I fit the description quite well.  One of the indications that I...

There’s always been a warm spot in my heart for the icy exhilaration a snowboarding game can bring. SSX Tricky, 1080, Amped 2, and even Cool Borders 2 have all brought their own signature interpretations of the sport into my home, each title...

While it's highly unlikely gamers have any disposable income after Black Friday's irresistible sales, you can't fault publishers for trying. From the latest installment in Rainbow's long-running off-road series to an adaption of James Cameron's...

Like many others, I’ve spent an inappropriate amount of my time enjoying video games, movies, and the occasional board game. When two of these recreations are combined, a certain synergistic quality takes place, as evidenced by Lego Star Wars or...

A colleague recently wondered why more developers haven’t tried to emulate the success of the Ratchet and Clank series. He explained that the recipe seems simple enough- start by deftly combining a satisfying shooting mechanic with a bit of...