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Thoughts on The Swapper

Thoughts on The Swapper

While not the oldest game I'm currently playing, The Swapper is hardly a new release. If you're not up-to-speed on the game, picture a Metroid-esque 2D platformer with a "swapping" gun mechanic that allows your character to create four simultaneous clones (all of which move together) and then swap freely between them. While the atmosphere would make Samus Aran feel right at home, the gameplay has more of Portal than of Power Bombs. 

Check out the full post for my initial impressions on this unique indie title.

Looking Back on Gaming in 2014

Looking Back on Gaming in 2014

Well, here we are: the end of another year. 2014 is just about wrapped up, so I wanted to write one last post to reflect on the highs and lows of this year in gaming from my perspective.

Other sites have covered the biggest news stories, the best & worst games of the year, and every other kind of list imaginable. So, rather than retread tired ground, I'll just provide my take on what I played, what I liked, and what really captured my attention.

The Long Journey to Minecraft PS Vita

The Long Journey to Minecraft PS Vita

Finally! As announced on the PlayStation Blog today, Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition has a release date, and it's next Tuesday, October 14, 2014. If you haven't been following the saga, this might seem like such a big deal, but it's actually been a pretty long and winding road to get to this point.

Microsoft, Minecraft, and PS Vita (Update)

Microsoft, Minecraft, and PS Vita (Update)

UPDATE: So the rumors were true: Microsoft bought Minecraft for $2.5 billion. However, the good news, at least for now, is that the Vita version appears to be safe.

Original: Reports and rumors have been flying this week that Microsoft is in talks to acquire Minecraft studio Mojang to the tune of $2.5 billionThe most concerning thing, though, is that it may impact the fate of the yet-to-be-released PlayStation Vita port of Minecraft, which many have looked to as the perfect portable version of the game.

PlayStation E3 2014 Press Conference

PlayStation E3 2014 Press Conference

My thoughts on Sony's PlayStation E3 2014 Press Conference! This is basically a chronological recounting of my reactions to each major (and minor) announcement of Sony's event. 

Another awesome PlayStation Network Flash Sale!

Another awesome PlayStation Network Flash Sale!

Sony's back with another awesome "Flash Sale" on the PlayStation Store with 30 games all priced at the unbelievable 99 cent price point! It's this weekend only, so don't miss out. Check out the full post for some of the games I purchased!

Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Might Not Be for Me

Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Might Not Be for Me

I've been struggling to reconcile a love/hate relationship with Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker as I play through the PSP game for the first time on my Vita. Read the full post to learn what's bugging me about Big Boss' most portable outing to date.