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Sunday, March 25. 2007
 If you prefer a computer video game that has a lot of variety, try Point Blank DS. This game contains forty mini games that will surely excite and keep you glued to your Nintendo DS. Here you have to master the use stylus controls to win. It also offers a compact dual player one-cart game. Plus, to those avid Pointblack follower in the past, you will surely leap for joy because your favorite Dr. Don and Dr. Dan are once here again.
Point Blank is a amazingly high speed mini games. Though it is presented typically with 2D animations the game possess a an incontestably dizzy charm. This will test you to chuck out rooms filled with cardboard cowboys, ninjas and gangsters; save Dr, Don and Dr. Dan from ferocious piranha, barrel that gone haywire, falling satellites and furious music fans. You may also shoot a number of round shape targets and many many more.
There are quite several different mini-games to play through that span four different difficulty settings. The higher the difficulty, the more intricate the mini-games become. For instance, one mini-game has you shooting criminals, while avoiding civilians. But, on the harder environs, you can only shoot criminals that are carrying weapons, forcing you to not only shoot fast, but to think even faster. In all the mini-games, however, are never too difficult as to make them hard to play through, which helps give the game a bit more appeal towards younger gamers.
Saturday, February 3. 2007
 The Nintendo Wi-Fi system is the best invention, in my opinion. Not only is the Nintendo very portable, it is also very entertaining and challenging. I hate the feeling of boredom the most, so I always resort to my Nintendo to perk me up. It really never fails to lessen my everyday stress. To cut things short, when I don't have a hot date or when I'm sick of work, I play my Nintendo and that's about it.
The ultra cool Nintendo DS is a great way to have an instant Nintendo game interaction from all around the globe. You can automatically play against the other Nintendo game aficionados from anywhere around the globe. All you need is a clear Wi-Fi system connection to get you hooked to the realm of Wi-Fi enabled Nintendo games.
My favorite Nintendo DS game is the Animal Crossing: Wild World. This game brought me back to the 90's, I don't know why. Maybe because I always feel like I'm in MTV's "Real World", whenever I', playing the Wild World. Only, the Wild World is a game with animal characters in it. Uh, actually it's not that far from "Real World", come to think of it. Anyway, your animal character of choice would migrate to a village, get a pad there, and basically do whatever the hell they want. It's a fun game because it's spontaneous and you really get to be with the characters everyday. It's just like playing in your own virtual reality show. Sounds like fun, ain't it?
Friday, January 26. 2007
Besides my handy iPod, I always make it a point to bring my gameboy with me. I just love playing games anywhere and everywhere I go. The Gameboy has been my companion during my extreme days of boredom.
I think that I have played every Nintendo game imaginable. Of course, when I get home, I also try to play my cool Xbox games, but, it is never the same with my good old Gameboy. My favorite game right now is the Perfect Dark. I like agent Joanna Dark so much. She is also known as the Perfect Dark character. This game has a very twisted story, so, you better try it out for yourself to find out. The graphics and the animations of this game are very well-defined. You would really get into it, once you start to play this game.
The Perfect Dark has garnered so much praises from gamers all around the world. It is very realistic and very action-packed. If you tend to get bored easily, I suggest that you play the Perfect Dark game. This game would surely bring you out of the dark.
Friday, January 19. 2007
 I just played the Aladdin Nintendo game, and I must say that it really gave me a rush of excitement. Not that it was like those overly action-packed PlayStation games, but it was something that was just right for a Nintendo game. There are some Nintendo games that are too complicated. There are some games that are just too boring and dull. But, Aladdin is the right mix of excitement and relaxation.
I gave out a few "oops" and "yikes", but, all in all, the Aladdin game is just a delight to play. In the game, Aladdin must avoid all the nasty guys who are trying to attack him. Aladdin should jump over all the barrels and bottles containing rattle snakes. I have not yet reached the end of the game, so, I do not know where Aladdin's adventures would lead him to. I am looking forward to seeing his princess, though.
This game is recommended for all ages. It does not promote violence, gore, or anything too explicit for children. I suggest that you include this Nintendo game in your collection. This is another Disney cartoon which fascinates me and it is really a breath of fresh air to play.
Monday, January 8. 2007
 I love to watch golf every chance I get. It's very relaxing to watch and you get to learn some moves along the way. I know I can't be like Tiger Woods, but hey, at least you learn, right? But, I don't always have time to watch golf on television or even play golf, for that matter.
So, I just found a quick solution for my golf obsession. I got myself a Nintendo player and a golf Nintendo game. I would have gotten myself an indoor golf mat, but I'd rather go with a whole golf course, it's much more fun, don't you think?
The Nintendo True Swing Golf is the best video golf game that I have ever played. It features all the great swings and putts that I envision myself doing on the golf course. It's also a game that does not require too much energy. Sometimes, playing video games drains me of my energy. But, the true swing golf is not at all tiring and energy-consuming. I assure you, you wouldn't be wasting your bucks or your time when playing the true swing golf. Although, not everyone can play this game since it's for golf aficionados. If you want to learn the basics of golf, well, it's time to try this video game, right? This game was just recently released last January 24, 2006. It's one of the fresh, new breed of Nintendo games. I'm sure everything you're looking for about golf is in this game.
Friday, December 22. 2006
 I have always been a Tony Hawk fan. He's the greatest skater around. Even if there are so many young, new, and talented skaters today, Tony Hawk is still the greatest. This Nintendo skating game is just so exciting. I'm so ecstatic that he has a Nintendo game. The American Sk8land game is so cool. It's one of the very first few 3D Nintendo games. It's complete with all the skating techniques and skating styles, not to mention Tony Hawk's signature moves.
Tony Hawk's American Sk8land can be played through Wi-Fi connection, isn't that cool? You can play this game simultaneously with another player. It has a Cel-shaded style of art and an in-game voice. It's like you're actually there, skating virtually. The graphical editor is in-depth and you can create your own park to skate in. The setting is in Los Angeles and you can select from seven areas. You can actually play with "ghosts" if you're connected via Wi-Fi. This is made possible through the Tony Hawk Wi-Fi community. In short, you can play this game in your Nintendos all day long. As long as there's a strong Wi-Fi zone, nothing can keep you away from this ultimate Tony Hawk game.
Thursday, November 30. 2006
 History is not just about memorizing dates, events, places, and names. History is about the story of real persons and real events that happened in the past. History is a chronicle of great and momentous events of the past which is forever etched in the collective human consciousness because of their far-reaching significance. Historic events shaped our present and will continue to influence our future. History is about the fears, hope, love, passion, idealism, self-sacrifice, and nobility of real people like us. If history were presented in an interactive and realistic manner, then it would be more interesting.
This is where computer games and video game consoles excel. Using historical events in presenting a game like Nintendo’s Battlefield series is a refreshing idea. It deviates from the over fictionalization of video games. Nintendo’s Battlefield series is a collection of games that depict actual battles fought in some historic wars such as the World War II and Vietnam War. The game can be played by multiple players. The real fun in the game is not the exploding ammunitions and macerated guts and splattered blood but the strategy involved in the game. A player acts like a general or a chess player in mobilizing troops, tanks, jeeps, planes, etc. Battlefield series can also be played online, but a high-speed broadband internet connection is required.
Thursday, November 16. 2006
 The Japanese was defeated in World War II by the American forces. American armies invaded and established rule in Japan for some years. The US was never invaded by the Japanese. Think again! The US may never have been invaded by Japanese military forces but the US has been virtually overrun by the people of the land of the rising sun in another manner. Japanese invasion came in small packets during the 1980’s. Americans welcomed this invasion. I am talking about Nintendo games which dominated American markets during the 1980’s.
Nintendo is a Japanese corporation that marketed popular computer games such as Super Mario, Legend of Zelda and Pokemon. Nintendo Corporation was originally founded as a company that sells playing cards and toys. Its main headquarters are located in Kyoto, Japan. Nintendo computer games invaded the American market in the 1980’s when arcade video games are still popular. Nintendo offered a more portable game console that can be plugged in to a television set. Nintendo also created GameBoy which is a more versatile version of game and watch and more portable version of the game console. Currently, Nintendo is also the manufacturer of Nintendo GameCube and Nintendo DS consoles.
Saturday, October 21. 2006
 For a while, the word Nintendo lost its billing in the field of video games. A lot of gamers thought that Nintendo was not able to handle the hype and simply folded from the competition. On the other hand, there were talks moving around the gaming world that Nintendo was brewing something. The release of the new games created more than exciting among Nintendo patrons. It was indeed a breakthrough considering that they have to penetrate the market it once owned. As one of the founders of video games, it is surprising that Nintendo is still making a strong ground. Nintendo has recognized to make several variations of games, which would include RPG, Sports, fun games, and others that gamers would demand. This may just be the beginning, but for Nintendo, it is taking back something precious.
Friday, September 8. 2006
The game Killer7 is a rarity in today's games: It makes you think. Chock-full of intrigue, political tension and surreal action, Killer7 plunges the player into a strange, yet familiar world and makes you want to play it over and over, just to see the ending.
In the game, you walk though and explore the different levels of the game, searching for monstrous creatures called the Heaven Smiles, shooting them down to stop them from becoming suicide weapons. You control one of seven personas, who may or may not be one person with different personalities. The first-person shooting is a bit shaky at first, all the better to stimulate real action, but you'll get used to it, and there's a fair bit of puzzle solving, and they all serve to increase the tension and mystery of Killer7.
Surreal and subversive, Killer7 is a game for conspiracy nuts, or perhaps for players who want a game that makes them think.
Sunday, July 9. 2006
In this time of muscle-bound heroes, spandex-clad goddesses and grim and gritty anti-heroes, it may strike one as hard to believe that at one time, and perhaps even today, the most famous video game hero of all wasn't a soldier, a knight or an adventurer...he was a plumber.
Mario Mario and his brother, Luigi Mario, were just two ordinary plumbers who were just put in extraordinary circumstances. Once, they had to rescue a woman from a giant, irate ape with a penchant for rolling barrels (Donkey Kong), then they had to tackle bizarre wildlife found in the city's sewers (Mario Brothers) but their greatest fame would come as saviors of a world beleaguered by a Dragon/turtle hybrid named King Koopa (Super Mario Brothers).
Since then their fame, particularly Mario's soared to an all time high. This rotund jumping machine was all over, spawning sequels, cartoons, food items, and a live action movie and even until now, remains one of Nintendo's most popular characters, and one with the history to back it up.
Saturday, July 1. 2006
Nintendo's Geist for the Gamecube is a unique game with an interesting way of getting around: You, as a geist (ghost or spirit in German), must possess people in order to affect the "real" world and get your own body back.
An interesting premise, to be sure, but Geist gives up the ghost (sorry, couldn't resist) when it comes to graphics and some parts of the game play. The graphics aren't as smooth as they could be, and when it comes to aiming, the game tends to be a little jerky, making precise shots a wee bit on the impossible side.
Though not in the same caliber as the excellent Metroid series, Geist offers a good way to while away the time.
Thursday, June 29. 2006
The first X-men Legends game knocked me out with its slam-bang action and game play. It was what a comic book game was supposed to be: Chock full of cinemas, characters and lots of fights, even among your mutant comrades. The powers of each hero and even villain were shown here, and the graphics, although small, were adequate to the job.
Now, publisher Raven Software is coming out with the sequel to the mighty mutant mayhem of a game that was X-men Legends. Titled X-men Legends II: The rise of Apocalypse, this sequel pits the titular heroes against a foe who may be the greatest threat the world has ever seen: The immortal mutant Apocalypse. Even Magneto finds him fearsome, and he sets aside his animosity with the X-men to battle the mutant madman.
If this game promises even half of the game the first was, players are in for a comic book treat!
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