Author Archive for Justin Mikos
‘XIII-2′ Takes It a Notch Further
RPG: The “Final Fantasy” franchise returns once more, and features incredible combat and exploration at the expense of the storytelling.
The ‘Zelda’ Series Rocket ‘Skyward’
REVOLUTIONARY: “The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword” is a fundamental step forward in how games can be played.
Endless Treasures in ‘Uncharted’ Lands
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In 2009, developer Naughty Dog’s “Uncharted 2: Among Thieves” emerged as my game of the year. It set a nearly impossible standard for third-person games with its incredible action set pieces, unrivaled cinematic presentation and an absolutely lovable cast of characters. “Uncharted 2” was executed almost flawlessly, and it remains just as [...]
2011 Holiday Season Preview
The 2011 holiday season is shaping up to be the greatest one yet for gaming. Not since 2007 has there been such an absolute deluge of quality titles released in the later half of the year. What sets 2011 apart from all the other contenders though, is the astounding variety found across all genres on [...]
The End of the ‘War’
With each new “Gears of War” game, developer Epic Games sets the standard for third-person shooters. “Gears of War 3” is no different. The controls and gameplay are polished to perfection, and the addicting new co-op modes further complete the overall experience. The game offers nearly everything fans could want for the conclusion to this [...]
The Gamer’s Corner: “El Shaddai”
“El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron” is a fantastic journey from beginning to end. Its unique, constantly changing abstract art style continuously encourages you to progress ever forward. While the stunning visuals’ impact on the mood and story is easily the most exciting aspect of “El Shaddai,” the game features a solid foundation of both platforming and arena combat that makes your trip through the game worth taking without hesitation.
The Gamer’s Corner: M.I.A. Nintendo Games
As E3 2011 came to a conclusion, there was one thing in particular which I found highly frustrating: Nintendo still had not commented on whether or not three very exciting Wii games were coming to North America.
Great Expectations This Summer at E3 2011
From the seemingly endless stream of exciting new info on all of the awesome video games we’ll be playing in the near future to the megaton announcements we never see coming, E3 defines each year in gaming.
The Gamer’s Corner: Don’t Miss These Summer Video Game Releases
While summer is the time the biggest blockbuster movies release, the opposite is usually true for video games. This year is no different. While there are a few exciting releases coming out in the months ahead, the majority of the year’s biggest games will be released in October and November.
The Gamer’s Corner: Playstation’s Network Demise
Recently, the PlayStation Network, or PSN, was compromised and shut down. All users of the service, past and present, had their personal information stolen, possibly including their credit card information. This story has been constantly evolving since it began, and while some functionality may return by the time this is published, the numerous multifaceted effects of the PSN Blackout will be felt for years to come.
