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Finding it tough to find video game reviews and opinions that are actually “Fair and Balanced”? Just because we get our games straight from the developers, sometimes anyway, doesn't mean that our opinions aren't our own. Yes, we're biased, but we actually let you know it.
Last Updated: Nov 12, 2009 - 7:45:12 AM



Video Games : Game Reviews
Review: The Ballad of Gay Tony
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Despite some dated graphics, this addition to the already massive sand box game is very welcomed.

Nov 12, 2009 - 7:07:52 AM

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Review: Halo 3: ODST
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With great visuals, audio and addictive multiplayer mode, this game is a great addition to the series.

Oct 10, 2009 - 11:28:39 AM

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Review: The Beatles: Rock Band
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Harmonix keeps delivering a new experience each time. This game is an absolute must have for Beatles fans and music lovers alike.

Sep 22, 2009 - 22:00:00 PM

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Review: Wii Sports Resort
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The incredible 1:1 controls and enjoyable gameplay make this the best mini game collection on the console.

Aug 17, 2009 - 22:43:48 PM

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Splosion Man
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A great and funny game that utilizes some of the hardest platforming stages imaginable.

Aug 5, 2009 - 11:11:55 AM

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Review: Halo Wars: Historic Battles
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A great set of new maps for any die hard fan of the series but doesn't offer enough new content to make it a necessity.

Aug 1, 2009 - 10:06:34 AM

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Review: Gears of War 2: All Fronts Collection
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A great price point for a wealth of new and fun content.

Jul 24, 2009 - 12:43:40 PM

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Review: The Conduit
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A unique control scheme can't save this bland and boring first-person shooter.

Jul 21, 2009 - 18:20:00 PM

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Review: Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood
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A game that comes so close to being a good buy falls just short and feels like a massive tech demo.

Jul 15, 2009 - 16:30:00 PM

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Review: Bit. Trip Core
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A new control scheme is welcomed to the franchise's great retro look and sound.

Jul 9, 2009 - 16:15:00 PM

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Review: LifeSigns: Hospital Affairs
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The awkward pacing and long dialogue moments cause LifeSigns to feel weighed down and quite boring.

Jul 8, 2009 - 18:30:00 PM

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Review: Zen Pinball
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I'd Rather Meditate

Jun 2, 2009 - 13:10:00 PM

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Review: Rhythm Heaven
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A great game with enough music and diversity to get into anyone's good books, as long as they are up for some practice.

Apr 24, 2009 - 16:00:00 PM

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Review: Pokemon Platinum
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It creates a unique and engaging world to spend loads of time exploring, but remains too similar to past games in the series.

Apr 13, 2009 - 12:00:00 PM

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Review: Halo Wars
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Getting past the awkward pacing and simplistic gameplay can lead to some intense and great fun with Halo Wars.

Mar 18, 2009 - 17:40:00 PM

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Review: Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon
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This remake of the first Fire Emblem does a wonderful job of living true to the series, even after the original having been released so long ago.

Mar 16, 2009 - 16:50:00 PM

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Review: Prince of Persia: The Fallen King
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It looked like it had a lot of promise, but the controls make it barely playable.

Mar 5, 2009 - 16:00:00 PM

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Review: Afro Samurai
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Not even bad platforming and an awkward camera ruin this brutally fun hack and slash adventure.

Feb 20, 2009 - 12:00:00 PM

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Review: Spider-Man: Web of Shadows
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By far, the best new addition to the Spider-Man video game series is the option to choose between the path of good and evil

Feb 8, 2009 - 11:34:20 AM

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Review: Prince of Persia
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A classic franchise is reborn, with a deep new story and world to explore.

Feb 3, 2009 - 18:30:00 PM

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Review: Midnight Club: Los Angeles
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It presents itself nicely and looks sharp, but brings itself down by its extreme difficulty and replicated gameplay elements.

Feb 2, 2009 - 10:00:00 AM

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Review: NHL 09
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Probably one of the best hockey video games created to date.

Dec 18, 2008 - 21:00:00 PM

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Review: Mirror's Edge
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Whoever said first-person platforming wasn't possible deserves a slap on the forehead.

Dec 16, 2008 - 17:30:00 PM

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Review: Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe
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Awesome, for a fighting game, but it may only be worth a rent for the average gamer.

Dec 3, 2008 - 15:00:00 PM

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Review: Shaun White Snowboarding
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The game does a terrible job of making you want to come back for more with its shoddy controls and boring story.

Nov 27, 2008 - 14:00:00 PM

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Review: Scene It? Box Office Smash
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Second verse, more fast-paced and fun than the first. Now with online play.

Nov 25, 2008 - 12:00:00 PM

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Review: Gears of War 2
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Brings the same gameplay elements you've come to expect from Gears of War, but adds new factors to keep you interested and coming back for more.

Nov 17, 2008 - 8:00:00 AM

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Review: Wii Music
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An overall let down with a gameplay element so linear you won't come back for more.

Nov 10, 2008 - 22:00:00 PM

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Review: Brothers In Arms: Hell's Highway
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A must have World War II shooter with great gameplay, but outdated graphics.

Oct 27, 2008 - 22:00:00 PM

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Review: Fable 2
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Fable 2 does a great job of keeping the player interested with exploring its vast world, but it sets itself back with technical bugs here and there.

Oct 27, 2008 - 12:30:00 PM

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Review: Castle Crashers
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Brings humor and platforming to a standard beat 'em up game, but doesn't hold its own for long due to some significant bugs.

Oct 16, 2008 - 14:00:00 PM

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Review: Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2
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Contains the same gameplay you've come to know and love, then packs in more.

Oct 6, 2008 - 13:00:00 PM

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Review: Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit
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Returning back to the Budokai days with a new high-def look.

Oct 2, 2008 - 13:30:00 PM

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Review: Viva Piñata: Trouble In Paradise
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A fun sequel to the original Viva Piñata, but it feels more like an expansion pack.

Sep 26, 2008 - 12:00:00 PM

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Review: Rock Band 2
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The best band rhythm game out there to date, currently only rivalled by its predecessor.

Sep 22, 2008 - 11:00:00 AM

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LEGO Indy
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Even the LEGO looks gruff.

Jun 2, 2008 - 10:41:49 AM

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Wii Fit Brings Gamers to Their Feet
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Wii-Fit brings a new level of physical activity to home video games - and that's a good thing.

May 25, 2008 - 8:12:06 AM

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Review: Rock Band
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Aside from some occasional problems with the controllers, this is a game that shouts “Eat your heart out Guitar Hero”.

May 23, 2008 - 17:00:00 PM

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Review: Advance Wars: Days Of Ruin
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Does this latest installment in Nintendo's war strategy franchise live up to its predecessors, or are things starting to get a little stale?

Mar 12, 2008 - 8:00:00 AM

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Review: Scene It? Lights, Camera, Action
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Gather your friends, hit the lights and settle down with a bucket of popcorn. This game is a must for movie lovers.

Dec 18, 2007 - 13:00:00 PM

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Review: Viva Piñata: Party Animals
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Party Animals is a simple and fun game for families, kids and friends, but can be a bit repetitive at times.

Nov 26, 2007 - 10:00:00 AM

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Review: Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock
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Yet another quick shredding, soul stirring performance by Red Octane, with some subtle messages in between.

Nov 19, 2007 - 10:00:00 AM

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Review: Mario Strikers Charged
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A great game for multiplayer fun, but positively agitating, aggravating and frustrating in single player.

Sep 10, 2007 - 16:35:00 PM

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Transformers: Decepticons DS
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Pocket-Sized Stompy Metal Death

Jul 19, 2007 - 20:34:27 PM

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Review: Big Brain Academy: Wii Degree
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With fun challenges that can keep players wanting to do better day after day, this game gets a glowing reputation.

Jul 4, 2007 - 17:25:00 PM

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Comic Book Creator
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This super simple, easy to use software is a gem for fans and professionals alike!

Apr 27, 2007 - 21:15:35 PM

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Review: Sonic and the Secret Rings
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The best 3-D Sonic game ever, though that's not saying much for Sonic.

Apr 5, 2007 - 16:00:00 PM

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Darwinia
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The greatest game you’ve never played and probably never even heard of, Darwinia for the PC

Jan 14, 2007 - 23:12:06 PM

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Elite Beat Agents
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Part Blues Brothers, part Men in Black, all sorts of funky.

Dec 11, 2006 - 12:19:25 PM

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Trauma Center: Under the Knife
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Pick up a stylus and let's play doctor on the Nintendo DS.

Nov 17, 2006 - 18:37:10 PM

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Review: Fantastic 4
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What happens when you take a comic based movie and turn it into a video game? Want to take a guess?

Nov 13, 2006 - 10:00:00 AM

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Dirge of Cerberus: Final Fantasy VII
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The long awaited spin-off from Final Fantasy VII has arrived, and this time it's Valentine's day!

Nov 6, 2006 - 20:56:55 PM

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Ultimate Ghosts n' Goblins
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Ultimate Ghosts n' Goblins by Capcom has been a long time coming and this little beauty will have you playing the legendary knight Arthur anywhere you want on the wireless PSP!

Oct 28, 2006 - 21:53:40 PM

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X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse Review
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If you've ever played Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance, then this game is that - just with the X-Men Theme...end of review. Alright, it's more then that.

Oct 12, 2006 - 18:36:00 PM

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Review: Mario vs. DK 2: March of the Minis
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72 levels of mini guiding, DK fighting, Shy Guy smashing fun.

Oct 11, 2006 - 13:00:00 PM

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Review: Pariah
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Do good physics and graphics engines make for a good overall game?

Sep 26, 2006 - 11:45:00 AM

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Review: Max Payne 2
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Max Payne 2: The Fall Of Max Payne
Guns, love, dreams and death the noir way.

Sep 12, 2006 - 0:00:00 AM

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Beneath a Steel Sky Review
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Beneath a Steel Sky
PLATFORM: DOS
DEVELOPER: Revolution
RELEASE DATE: 1994

Aug 29, 2006 - 16:07:00 PM

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Review: Killer 7
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This game delivers a serious action hit, but am I still sane?

Aug 29, 2006 - 10:00:00 AM

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The State Of The Review
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Do we need a change? A look at how we rate games.

Aug 3, 2006 - 15:18:00 PM

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