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Book of Spells [Review]

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Sat, 12/01/2012 - 08:41
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Overall Feeling: 

Thankfully Book of Spells won’t be put in the “could’ve been cool” category as it’s not a forgettable title that reeks of being a tech demo for a new peripheral. The base of the game may be aimed towards children and younger gamers, but the immense charm found within the wizarding world and the solid gameplay ought to be something that a wide array of gamers can enjoy.  Devoid of any annoying technical glitches, Book of Spells is a good example of what developers can achieve via the Wonderbook as it provides one of the more immersive experiences to hit the world of gaming.

The Pros: 

+ Wonderbook works really well, both technically and within the context of the game.
+ Graphics are surprisingly detailed and really sharp. It’s obvious a lot of care was put into the game.
+ Gameplay is simplistic but it’s still fun.

The Cons: 

- Wish there was more freedom within the game.
-The player representation on the screen may have benefited from a visual filter of some kind to make things look cohesive.

ShogunGamer.com Rating : 
8

Over the last few years Sony has been called a lot of things. At times the company may be applauded for it’s innovation within the PlayStation brand yet at other times things like the PlayStation Move can draw the ire from folks since it has a “copy & paste” appearance.  However, I think Sony has finally struck gold with the arrival of the AR driven peripheral that is Wonderbook and the accompanying title that is Book of Spells as it provides a truly magical gaming experience.

LittleBigPlanet Karting [Review]

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Mon, 11/12/2012 - 09:40
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As the first spin-off of the series, LittleBigPlanet Karting does an excellent job of maintaining the look and feel the franchise is known for while presenting that in an entirely new experience.  The actual kart racing action provided in the game is surprisingly good despite some of the tracks being a bit too straightforward and having to contend with A.I. that may not throw banana peels on the track but are still nonetheless annoying at times.  With the powerful addition of full 3D in the Create Mode, LittleBigPlanet Karting is an enjoyable game that certainly doesn’t dishonor the franchise as it instead expands it in a rather terrific way.

The Pros: 

+ Controls and feel of the kart is perfect.
+ The style of the game falls perfectly in line with past LBP games and still looks good in the process.
+ Create Mode may take some time getting used to thanks to the additional tools, but once again it’s executed perfectly.
+ A nice amount of variety is presented in the Story Mode.

The Cons: 

- Enemy A.I. can be a bit too brutal at times.
- Single-player campaign is a tad on the short side, at least for a LBP experience.
- A consistent level of driving skill is missing from some of the tracks.
- Some of the visuals look a bit soft compared to the immediate crispness found in other LBP titles.

ShogunGamer.com Rating : 
8

Sometimes a particular video game may become so popular that a spin-off is called for.  A rarity to occur these days given how full-on numbered sequels are usually considered the way to go, a spin-off may present some uniqueness amidst a product gamers are otherwise familiar with.  When, or if, a game does go the spin-off route it can usually go one of two ways: it becomes a welcomed addition as it captures the essence of the property, such as Halo: ODST, or it serves as a cruel reminder that despite how great something may be doing a side project won’t necessarily capture the sam

Tech Demo Shows Impressive Core Oriented PlayStation Move Action

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Wed, 10/31/2012 - 08:39
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Gamers may have already cast aside the PlayStation Move since in the two years since Sony launched the motion peripheral it really hasn’t gone anywhere.  A few interesting games may have surfaced here and there, but so far the Move has yet to find it’s killer app, even after the many attempts made by Sony’s internal studios before it was pushed aside.

Sony's Wonderbook Device Receives A Magically Affordable Price + Release Date

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Fri, 09/07/2012 - 10:53
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It may not have had the best debut at Sony’s E3 2012 press conference, but the Wonderbook did have a near exceptional showing two months later at Gamescom.  The new PS3 peripheral may still not be for everyone, but after receiving a tease of Diggs Nightcrawler, learning that Disney is supporting the device, and seeing a glimpse of Walking With Dinosaurs from the BBC the Wonderbook didn’t seem like an absolute blunder as its E3 debut somewhat portrayed it as.

Another Look At The Unreleased Games From Studio Cambridge

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Thu, 08/23/2012 - 08:52
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A day removed from the announcement that Studio Liverpool is no more, gamers are still likely a bit peeved if not already holding their pitchforks ready to attack Sony for the seemingly unjust closure of a beloved and classic studio.  While fans of Studio Liverpool and the studio’s flagship franchise Wipeout will likely have to go through the twelve steps of recovery after losing a loved one, some interesting tidbits have arisen out of Studio Cambridge.

Sony's PlayStation Move Racing Wheel Looks Kind Of Cool But Kind Of Pointless [Video]

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 13:34
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Sometimes it may seem like I’m too much of a Sony fanboy in how enthused or excited I may be about a game or a particular announcement. I’ll admit that I’m definitely a member of the PlayStation nation, but every now and then Sony does something that’s so silly that I can’t defend it since it’s that asinine. Sony may be keeping a good grip on their core software releases this year, but when I look upon things such as the new PlayStation Move racing peripheral I really can’t help but cry on the inside.

Capcom Announces Okami HD For The PS3

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Tue, 06/19/2012 - 18:18
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Capcom has done us a solid by giving us a HD re-release of a game many of us adore. Today it was announced that come this Fall Okami will appear on the PlayStation 3 in a HD remix which will see the game update with improved visuals, PlayStation Move support, and Trophies. Yay for being able to do celestial brush attacks with the PS Move!

Sony's Wonderbook Peripheral May Receive Support From A Major Company

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Tue, 06/19/2012 - 16:04
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It may not have had the best reveal at E3, but Sony’s new Wonderbook peripheral for the PS3 is indeed a thing that’s here to stay.  The thought of Sony skewing towards a younger demographic may seem a bit peculiar if not worrisome of what the future holds, but the Wonderbook could indeed open some new avenues in how people experience games and what their general perception of interactive entertainment is.

Sony Announces More PS Move Goodness With Sports Champions 2

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 13:31
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There’s a lot of hubbub about what Sony will unveil at E3 next week to dazzle us and get us excited about owning a PS3 or a PS Vita. Next-gen PlayStation rumors haven’t intensified in the last weeks so it’s unlikely Sony will drop a PS4 bomb to officially steal the show from E3. Instead of next-gen goodness we’re likely to see Sony bring out a celebrity for an uncomfortable segment and an over-extended section dedicated to how “successful” the PlayStation Move has been.

Datura Preview + Interview [GDC 2012]

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Thu, 03/15/2012 - 12:53
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Seeing the way video games evolve always interests me as there are at least half a dozen factors developers can approach when devising a game.  Should the emotional route be taken or should a different gameplay formula be implemented that however unorthodox it may be is ultimately something that will not only service the premise of the game but provide a fresh experience to gamers?

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