GameSpot’s early access reviews evaluate unfinished games that are nonetheless available for purchase by the public. While the games in question are not considered finished by their creators, you may still devote money, time, and bandwidth for the privilege of playing them before they are complete. The review below critiques a work in progress, and […]
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Kill the Bad Guy Review
June 7th, 2014 
Mark Sometimes a title really an get the point across. Set-piece puzzler Kill the Bad Guy lays your motives bare with its blunt moniker, which nicely sums up your primary goal. The game has you murdering a rogues’ gallery of ne’er-do-wells via assassinations that play out like gory outtakes from old cartoons, and lets you see […]
New Short Story: "The Turn of a Card"
June 6th, 2014 Mark "Nerissa finished the cup of wine and fumbled it back to the table. She picked up the velvet box, displaying it proudly, and opened the top. The contents glittered. 'I have my jewelry,' she replied with as much dignity as she could muster, 'and some of these pieces have been in my family for generations. […]
Malthael Sculpture by Kookabura
June 6th, 2014 Mark In this edition of Artisan Showcase, we explore an exquisite sculpture crafted by Kookabura in the likeness of Malthael, the Angel of Death. Kookabura (also known as Sikipeune on deviantART) first dabbled in animation before finding her calling in sculpture. The young artist has been creating her own figurines for more than 15 years now, […]
Darkest Dungeon Captures the Hellish Life of an Adventurer
June 6th, 2014 Mark There were several moments playing Darkest Dungeon when I was certain all was lost. A few unlucky critical hits and a stressed-out plague doctor were wreaking havoc on my team. In her panicked state, the good doctor refused to follow orders and stay out of harm’s way. This landed her six feet under at the […]
Nintendo to Close European HQ, Cutting 130 Jobs in the Process
June 6th, 2014 Mark Image credit: Eurogamer Nintendo’s European headquarters in Großostheim, Germany is closing down, and 130 people will be out of a job as a result, the Mario company announced today. Nintendo’s European operations have shifted to the company’s Frankfurt office, while the the Großostheim office building and warehouse will be sold. “Nintendo of Europe has entered […]
"Mario Maker" 3DS Game Potentially Spotted on E3 Show Floor
June 6th, 2014 Mark Nintendo might be working on a make-your-own Mario game for the 3DS, which could be announced next week during E3 2014, if a new report is to be believed. Nintendo Enthusiast has obtained an “alleged picture” reportedly from Nintendo’s booth on the E3 show floor that features what appears to be a new 3DS game […]
E3 2014 Rumors
June 6th, 2014 Mark E3 2014 is now just days away. We’re expecting a bevy of announcements from Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo, as well as third-party publishers like Ubisoft and Electronic Arts, which alone plans to make six announcements at the show. It promises to be a busy week in Los Angeles, but there’s already a considerable amount of […]
Forza 5 Game of the Year Edition Announced for Xbox One
June 6th, 2014 Mark Microsoft’s Turn 10 Studios today announced (via IGN) a Forza Motorsport 5 : Racing Game of the Year edition. The special bundle launches July 22 and includes the original game’s content, as well as 18 tracks and the Top Gear car pack, which features 10 downloadable cars. The Forza Motorsport 5: Racing Game of the […]
Sony Announces E3 Schedule, Will Have 70 Games at its Booth
June 6th, 2014 Mark In the final lead up to E3, Sony today announced its full schedule for the event and revealed that it will have at least 70 games on display at its booth on the show floor. Sony’s main press conference begins Monday, June 9 at 6 p.m. PDT / 9 p.m. EDT. GameSpot will host a […]
