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GW1 Issue 206 – Shut Yo Mouth!

Before Kylan leaves on a jet plane, we’re talking games and new movies. Last week was E3 so there are some new game and tech announcements to discuss. Plus we have reviews of the newest installments of the Men in Black and Shaft franchises. And, as always, there’s some geek news to share that you might be interested in, including some renewals, reboots and returns for popular properties. Listen now!  Continue reading GW1 Issue 206 – Shut Yo Mouth!

Playing Around – Why Spider-Man is Perfect for the Casual Gamer

Hello, I’m Kylan, Marvel fan and casual gamer. I say casual because, as much as I would love to dedicate more time to gaming, I have a pretty busy life and I can only squeeze in so much. That being said, I love the PS4’s Spider-Man!! This game is designed for you to get in and tool around, kick the tires a bit then see where you can go.  Continue reading Playing Around – Why Spider-Man is Perfect for the Casual Gamer

Playing Around – Get Some Backbone

As much as video games have advanced in the quality of their graphics, sometimes it’s fun to go old school. If the gameplay is fun and there’s a good story, literally seeing the pixels on the screen can make things more interesting. That’s what you get with Backbone, a pixel art detective adventure inspired by noir now on KickstarterContinue reading Playing Around – Get Some Backbone

Playing Around – Dethroning the King

High scores in video games are a big deal. I’m not talking getting your initials on the screen at your local arcade – I mean globally recognized and recorded scores. Just look at all the gaming leagues around now and it’s easy to see it can be big business. But even back in the day there was some glory to be had being one of the few to get the highest high score in a chosen arcade game. And last week, one of the kings lost his crown.  Continue reading Playing Around – Dethroning the King