The Microsoft Kinect: A Matter of Timing
The original iteration of the Microsoft Kinect was ahead of its’ time… but because the technology as well as the software support to deliver on all of its’ promises wasn’t […]
A “Rare” Problem: An Open Door Dilemma
Microsoft has made studio acquisitions one of their top priorities from the very beginning, and one of their first major purchases was “Rare”, a team known for creating hits for […]
Xbox Live and Praying Without Ceasing
Xbox Live wasn’t the first online game network, but it certainly changed the way many of us played games forever. I never even owned a “chat headset” until I purchased […]
LAN Parties: Unity Through Participation
Before the gaming world fully embraced online gaming, “LAN parties” were the way we came together to play titles like Halo with our fellow gamers. Some would bring gaming consoles […]
Super Smash Bros. and the Importance of Growth
While I enjoy fighting games such as Super Smash Brothers or Injustice, I rarely take the time to become proficient at them or grow my capabilities beyond the basic moves. […]
Super Mario: Facing the Next Challenge
Starting a brand new game can be intimidating at the beginning… even after successfully completing a previous game and unlocking every achievement, staring out at the expansive, undiscovered open world […]
Pokémon and Overcoming Evil With Good
Battling elemental enemies in a game such as Pokémon or Final Fantasy requires the use of very specific tactics and capabilities in order to be successful… such as the use […]
Halo, Master Chief, and a New Name
Names in games are pretty important… a great deal of money and research are poured into determining the best possible title for the game and the main character’s name. Can […]
Final Fantasy and the Power of Prayer
There are few moments more awe-inspiring in a video game than performing a “summon” in a title like Final Fantasy… these massive, magnificent creatures boast powers and abilities far beyond […]
Bowsers, Reapers, and Praying for a Different Cup
I don’t always agree with every narrative decision the developers make in the games I play… if I was in charge, the story would have unfolded MUCH differently. Even in […]
Finding God in Video Games 