The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword [ Review ]There is tremendous pressure on The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. As the 16th installment in the legendary Zelda series, it must carry the burden of continuing the saga’s excitement and reputation, as well as breathe life into the struggling Wii console. Nintendo EAD decided to address this dilemma by taking a gamble with the Wii MotionPlus peripheral for sword-fighting. This comes with the redesigned Wii Remote pointing system, which is utilized for targeting. Through these enhancements, the franchise wants to prove to the gaming community that it can continue to evolve with the changing time.
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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword - What to ExpectThe Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is an upcoming title to be exclusively on the Nintendo Wii. Developer Nintendo EAD and the parent publisher, Nintendo wanted to bring a more epic game in the Zelda franchise to their less-than-hardcore Nintendo Wii system. We pondered that philosophy and have come up with what to expect for The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword.
The first thing that we should note would be the controls. We can put a good bet that the controls in Skyward Sword will, to some extent, emulate that of the controls in the Wii version of The Legend of [ ...More ]
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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword [ Trailer ]The Legend of Zelda series is, quite simply, legendary. In fact, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is widely considered to be the greatest game ever created. All games from this series are exclusively on Nintendo consoles. The latest, and possibly greatest, is going to be released late 2011 or early 2012. It's called The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword and will be exclusively for the Nintendo Wii.
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D - Biggoron's Sword [ Guide ]Biggoron is a master craftsman who lives at the top of Death Mountain. This place is near the Great Fairy Fountain. As you talk to him, he will tell you who he is and that he needs help. He is already blind and only eye drops can bring his vision back. You must obtain it for him so that he can continue making swords. There are a number of things you should do before you will be able to obtain Biggoron’s Sowrd. This is after rescuing Epona and after obtaining the Hookshot or Fairy Bow. It can also be done [ ...More ]
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Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition [ Review ]While there are quite a lot of good titles that come out amidst the mediocre fare that floods the ocean of video games, there are some that slip in which are rather humiliating displays of incompetency and inconsideration. A lot of these games have been written into the annals of legend as the worst among the rest, not to mention that they provide cannon fodder for angry reviewers everywhere. Sword of the Stars II was no different when it first came out, but here it is again with an enhanced edition.
Sword of the Stars II sounded like a cool 4X [ ...More ]
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Black Knight Sword [ Review ]Goichi Suda, better known as the Japanese game designer Suda 51, has become known as that guy who comes up with those quirky games that combines action-packed gameplay with weird premises and tons of pop culture references stuffed into them. Black Knight Sword may or may not be the same as the previous Suda51 offerings, depending on which detail you decide to focus on.
Riding on Suda 51's reputation doesn't necessarily make for a good game, although it does make for quite an aesthetic experience. Perhaps what separates Black Knight Sword from his other creations is that it's a sidescrolling action [ ...More ]
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Broken Sword 5 Announced! [ News ]Fans of the cult classic adventure game Broken Sword will be excited to know that the fifth installment of the series is currently in the works, and it will offer gamers with the rare chance and experience to be directly involved in the project through funding via Kickstarter.
The Broken Sword series of games follows the adventures of George Stobbart and Nico Collard, two unlikely heroes that are forced to solve sinister mysteries while unwittingly immersing themselves in mystery after mystery involving people and organizations in high places. Through their wits, and a little bit of luck, they are tasked with [ ...More ]
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Looking Back At: Broken Sword [ Editorial ]Intrepid American George Stobbart, cut away from the tranquil ambiance of a quaint coffee shop in the Paris suburbs, stares longingly around his new-found surroundings. His immediate view is complemented by a restricted burst of sunlight from above the ground, whilst other light sources provide a sufficient amount of visibility to identify the snaking pathway ahead. A small, spherical red object on the ground in the distance provides the only glimmer of colour in an otherwise drab setting. Upon picking up the object, George identifies it as a plastic ball that is intended to be worn. It was the clowns [ ...More ]
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Broken Sword 5 to Arrive in 2012? [ Editorial ]Big news in the point-and-click genre of videogames is expected to be revealed in the coming months, with the announcement of the eagerly anticipated 5th game in the Broken Sword series. Devout followers of the series will also be pleased that Broken Sword 5 is almost certainly going to return to its 2D roots.
Broken Sword, a popular gaming series created by Revolution software, was initially released in 1996. Originally conceived by Charles Cecil, Noirin Carmody and Sean Brennan, the game was devised while they were talking about the origins of the Knights Templar, which featured prominently in the first installment [ ...More ]
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D - Bottle Locations [ Guide ]You need bottles to carry anything you will get in the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D. In Hyrule Field, you can obtain four bottles that are empty. You can use them to carry potions and fairies and do not forget the bugs. As Child Link, you have to help the troubled woman you will see just at the opening of the Kakariko Graveyard. Lend her a hand in rounding up her misbehaving chickens. Gather the crazy fowls and toss them into the cage. The frenzied flapping of a chicken’s wings will slow your descent to the ground after [ ...More ]
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D - Fairy Fountains [ Guide ]Fairies have always held great importance in any of the Zelda video games and Ocarina of Time 3D is not any different. This guide will walk you through the importance AND the locations of the Great Fairy Fountains as well as the Pink Fairy Fountains in the game.
Giant Fairy Fountains
Throughout Hyrule Field, there are numerous Great Fairy Fountains you will encounter in the course of your quest. These fountains are hidden in various different passages. Each one has a Great Fairy that will present you with magic spells and useful power-ups. This guide will show you how to find each [ ...More ]
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D - Getting Epona [ Guide ]In exploring Hyrule, you must understand that the area is vast and it would be hard and time-consuming to explore it on foot. To save on time and effort, you will need the service of your ever-loyal steed, Epona.
You can recruit Epona after leaving the Temple of Time as an adult. Only adults can ride her. In getting Epona, you have to follow each succeeding steps.
First, in the middle of the corral in Lon Lon Ranch, Malon will show up. This is after you see Princess Zelda as child Link. After talking to her thrice, take out your Ocarina so [ ...More ]
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The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D Gear [ Guide ]Link will need to utilize many different objects if he wants to be successful in 3D in his new adventure. In this guide we will break down the many tools Link will be using to defeat his enemies in The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D for the Nintendo 3DS.
Deku Shield
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This weapon can be found in the Kokiri Forest where there is a shop in the corner of town by the entrance to the Great Deku Tree. Here you can buy a shield for 40 rupees. In case you are wondering how to get rupees you can throw [ ...More ]
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D [ Review ]In the last quarter of 1998, Ocarina of Time was released in Japan, Europe and North America. As the fifth game in Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda series, I was instantly absorbed by the 3D graphics of this action-adventure video game. I am not surprised to know that the gaming giant picked Ocarina of Time as the top game for their latest handheld. Generally regarded as the greatest video game of all time, this reinvented release on the 3DS was always going to be a massive success.
In this amazing game, Link searches far and wide in dungeons and travels [ ...More ]
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Sword of the Stars II: Lords of Winter [ Screenshots ]Sword of the Stars II: Lords of Winter is a game developed by Kerberos and published by Paradox Interactive. This is the sequel to the original Sword of the Stars 4X space strategy game of 2006. Available for Microsoft Windows it is scheduled to be released in the fall of this year.
This game features six playable factions, a new graphics engine, a larger universe and an updated "Tech" tree that allows for more random game actions.
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D - Teaser #2 [ Trailer ]To all of the Zelda fans out there, here is a new teaser of the game for the Nintendo 3DS.
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In case you miss the first trailer you can watch it here: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D - Teaser Trailer #1
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D is scheduled [ ...More ]
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Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP (iOS) [ Review ]It is said that games in the iOS are mostly for killing time and that they hold onto your attention for a limited period of time before you have to do something else. The price of these games range from a mere 99 cents to a few dollars. While you may like them, you can then forget about them as you go about your days with your iPhone or iPad. This may not be entirely true with Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP.
An ambitious game right from the start, Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP combines a nostalgic sprite-based visuals style with [ ...More ]
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D [ Trailer ]The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time was first released last 1998 for the Nintendo 64 game console. Nintendo is bringing the game back once again and it is making its way to the Nintendo 3DS.
A remake for one of the greatest game of all time with new enhance graphics in 3D, surely this game won't disappoint Zelda fans.
Those who have played Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time before would surely love to get their hands on this game once again. For younger generations who have not played this game, don't think twice because this is a game you should [ ...More ]
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Mount & Blade: With Fire and Sword [ Screenshots ]Mount & Blade: With Fire and Sword is an action-role playing game developed and published by Sich Studio and Tale Worlds and Paradox Interactive. This is the second sequel to Mount & Blade. The story of this video game is based on a novel written by Alex Trubnikov, the Black Hetman.
This game is focused on mounted combat and released for Microsoft Windows.
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The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D [ Screenshots ]The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is an action-adventure game developed by Nintendo’s Entertainment Analysis and Development for Nintendo 64 video game console.
A combination of role-playing and puzzle game, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time will surely be loved by many. Players get to control this game from a third-person perspective in a 3D space. Players can use weapons, bomb and magic spells for battle. Optional side-quests are also available and other minor objectives.
Set in a fictional kingdom named Hyrule, with Princess Zelda. Players will go on a journey.
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Happy Birthday Zelda! (25 years and still looking like a 10 years old)That's right! One of the most beloved characters that the big N spawned led by the hand of Miyamoto Sensei. Come on in to watch our very own tribute to one of the greatest Action RPG characters of all times!!
Let's start with a little history shall we?
The Legend of Zelda? (?????? Zeruda no Densetsu), occasionally called Legend of Zelda or simply Zelda, is a high fantasy action-adventure video game series created by Japanese game designers Shigeru Miyamoto and Takashi Tezuka. It was developed and published by Nintendo, with some portable installments [ ...More ]
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Halo Reach - Mission 2: ONI: Sword Base[ Guide ]*NOTE: It should be mentioned that your LB function has thus far been for
sprinting. That is an armor ability, and you can swap those for other
Just a few tangos when you are dropped off, but it ratchets up very quickly when
you move up. So go right from the start and use this bridge for cover, but
don't think you're safe from damage, you still need to stay moving or the
explosives will get you. You'll start on the right side of the bridge and move
your way up the left side of the back of this yard area, of course mowing
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The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks
At least one hundred years after the events of Phantom Hourglass, and Link is about to receive his license, from Princess Zelda herself, to become an official engineer for the royal railroads. Just in time to spoil his graduation from the engineering apprenticeship, Link learns that all is not well in Hyrule (go figure).
The Spirit Tracks, which keeps an evil force sealed away, are disappearing, and a strange man, Chancellor Cole, is attempting to release the dangerous evil. Cole discombobulated the Tower of Spirits, the hub of the Spirit Tracks, summoned an evil looking train, and, to top it [ ...More ]
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Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars
The Broken Sword series of games has had a long life dating back to the mid nineties, and has proved itself without doubt one of the leading titles in the point-and-click genre alongside Monkey Island, and Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars, which appeared on the Playstation in 1995 has been given a makeover and released for the Nintendo Wii and DS.
If you have played Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars previously on another platform, such as the Playstation, Gameboy Advance or Mobile then you will not necessarily have experienced everything that you will find in the Wii and DS installment [ ...More ]
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The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass
Overview
The legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass is a game that was recently developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo DS. Early October was the release date of Phantom Hourglass in North America. The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass is the next in the Legend of Zelda Series and is sequel to The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker.
This game has 3-Demensional graphics along with an overhead camera and controls distinct to the Nintendo DS. Some of those controls involve the Touch Screen along with the microphone. It is well known that Nintendo incorporates multi-player mode into many of their [ ...More ]
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