Category Archives: Games

“Starcraft 2: Heart of the Swarm” paves the way for a tense second expansion

Posted on March 14, 2013 by

By Devon Hersch “Starcraft 2: Heart of the Swarm” released this Tuesday to immense anticipation by the gaming community. Arguably the biggest eSport in the world, “Starcraft 2’s” expansion ensures drastic changes to established play styles at both professional and … Continue reading →

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“Antichamber” puzzles in its minimalist aesthetic, unique approach to gaming

Posted on February 9, 2013 by

By Devon Hersch Antichamber features an innovative, perhaps even revolutionary, game design. Its nonlinear gameplay, extraordinary visual appearance, and departure from predominating trends in video game development coalesce into a profound experience for the player. Aesthetically, Antichamber is reminiscent of … Continue reading →

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Darksiders II Review

Posted on August 16, 2012 by

By Jonathon Dornbush Despite not setting the market on fire, “Darksiders” thoroughly impressed me and the many who seized the opportunity to control the Horsemen of the apocalypse, War.  Combining “The Legend of Zelda” dungeon puzzles with “God of War” combat, the … Continue reading →

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“Max Payne 3″ – Enter the Twisted and Captivating World of Max Payne

Posted on May 22, 2012 by

By Jonathon Dornbush The marriage of gameplay and story has been one of the primary ventures of modern gaming, and Rockstar is no stranger to seeking this unison.  Often the developer’s efforts result in open-world games with varying methods of … Continue reading →

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“Ketzal’s Corridors” Review: The Latest and Greatest for Nintendo’s eShop

Posted on May 14, 2012 by

By Jonathon Dornbush Whether on Nintendo, Sony, or Apple’s handheld offerings, the key to a successful downloadable game has proven to be bite-sized yet simple gameplay. “Pushmo,” “A Space Shooter for Two Bucks,” and “Angry Birds” have all proven that … Continue reading →

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App For Frog Fun Founded by NYU Game Center Graduates

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

by Katie Monigan via itunes.apple.com While there are quite a few Apple iOS games that are somewhat constructive–for example “Scramble With Friends,” where players interact and practice spelling–there are also a number of games that are brainless. They are incredibly … Continue reading →

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New “Sims” Expansion Incorporates Online Content

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

by Chris Saccaro via sims.wikia.com “The Sims 3: Showtime” is the latest installment of the critically acclaimed computer game series. Much like its predecessor, “Superstar,” this expansion pack allows players to enter the world of show business. “The Sims 3: … Continue reading →

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“Spider-Man: Edge of Time” Review

Posted on October 21, 2011 by

by Kai Zheng Spider-Man has had a number of interactive iterations, all attempting to accurately capture how it feels to truly be the webhead.  Most recently, developer Beenox took the reins for the character, with last year’s unique but successful … Continue reading →

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“Supremacy MMA” Has a Solid Core, But Is Marred By Weak Graphics and Poor Controls

Posted on October 3, 2011 by

by Matt Chen “Supremacy MMA,” from indie development studio Kung Fu Factory, came along with much fanfare. It promised a raw, arcade fighting experience that would be unlike other generic fighting games on the market. However, while Kung Fu Factory’s … Continue reading →

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