The Tales Series has spawned many sequels and prequels and is heralded for its gameplay and length. Many people, such as myself, proclaim the series to be up there with the big boys, such as Final Fantasy or Dragon Quest. Tales of Vesperia was released in 2008 on the Xbox 360 and was very successful in its attempt. Many stated it was the best Tales title to date and many thought it was an i... more.

The WiiWare service was introduced in mid-2008. This gave developers a chance to put out smaller-scale games. These games, ranging from 500 to 1500 points, spawned a new market for downloadable games on the Wii. WiiWare has also opened up access to genres fading away, including 2-D side-scrollers. With a plethora of games on the WiiWare, the question posed to many is "What's the best?" I'm here to... more.

Excitebike was one of the most popular NES games in the mid 1980s. Nintendo looks revamp the graphics and controls, but keep the classic feel of the original game. Like many other revamps, Excitebike will include the new motion controls and standard-classic controls (similar execution to Punch Out!!). Excitebike will also include online multiplayer and the all important level editor/creator. ... more.

Arc Rise Fantasia, originally set to release early next year, is pushed back further to Summer of 2010. Furthermore, XSeed, a publisher who made the highly acclaimed Wild Arms series, have stepped down from the publishing of Arc Rise Fantasia. The developer Ignition, who recently released Muramusa on the Wii, will now be tackling the project head on. Arc Rise Fantasia is a turn-based role-pla... more.

Among the clutter of shovelware, there are certain gems lingering around the $20 price tag. Not only are these games cheap, but are great in many other aspects. The games listed in this article is based on my preferences and the enjoyment and fun I've had with each title. With the economy in a desperate struggle and families having a hard time keeping up with living conditions, cheap video games i... more.

A Boy and His Blob was released on October 13 and has been getting a very small amount of press. Published by Majesco Games, it is a remake and an inspired sequel to the 1989 release of the NES version. A Boy and His Blob brings in fundamental platforming with challenging puzzles to solve. The story revolves around, as many would guess, a boy and a blob. The planet Blobolonia is in desperate strug... more.

Uno, the popular card game based on simply gameplay and fun, is coming to WiiWare. Uno has spanned many different iterations, including a version on the Xbox 360 Newer modes previously introduced in the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions will be included in this. The player will be able to tweak the rules to their liking, including having the options to play exclusive modes, such as Uno 7 and Jump In. Uno ... more.

Ubisoft has released gameplay footage of Red Steel 2, showing off the newly added Wii Motion Plus. Based on the video, the controls and precision of Red Steel 2 seem to be spot on. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCNFCv0M4P4[/youtube] Red Steel 2 is set to release early next year in February. After the lackluster performance with the first, Ubisoft looks to rebound and create a m... more.

Rumors have been fluttering around regarding the auto-pilot mode. This mode will be showcased in the upcoming Wii title, Super Mario Bros. Wii. The "Kind Code" is specially made for those who struggle when playing a video game. The player will be able to switch to the auto-pilot and let the game run itself through the levels. The player may jump back in at any given time. The playthroughs prese... more.

A Boy and His Blob A Boy and His Blob is a game based on the older version on the NES. The game brings in some classic art and brings in elements which are found in the previous versions. You're set off onto an adventure with a Blob. You are equipped with certain jelly beans, which can be fed to the Blob to transform him into numerous things, such as a cannon, parachute, or an anvil. All of the... more.

With the recent price drop of the Wii to $199.99 and the holiday season fast approaching, Nintendo looks to spread the savings even further. The highly acclaimed sequel to the original Wii Sports will come with an extra Wii motion plus, included with the already present Wii Sports Resort game and motion plus previously packaged inside. The price of this package will be retailed at a price of $60 a... more.