Author: Nicole Kline

Nicole Kline is Warp Zoned's Senior Editor. She first began preparing for the job by climbing a milk crate to play Centipede in an arcade. You can find her on PSN under the name toitle or you can email her at nicole AT warpzoned DOT com.

Daily Scoop: April 25, 2012 – T-shirt day!

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Nicole Kline

Wow! Today there are five gaming-related t-shirts! It’s a staggering number. Fortunately, I don’t want a single one of them, as my thirst has been slaked by the one I’m wearing right now.

First up are the deals, of course! What’ve we got for you today? Well, Amazon’s got new weekly deals, including:

And now for the shirts! (more…)

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Daily Scoop: April 24, 2012 – Back to work!

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Nicole Kline

Well, I’ve been off for four straight days, and it’s been glorious. But today, I head back to work. Sad faces! I spent the weekend playing a lot of Dungeons and Dragons (my first ever Battle Interactive!), watching loads of “True Blood” (this show is darn good), reading some more Dresden Files (I’m on book seven), and lots and lots and lots of writing. Whew! Busy-ness.

Let’s see, what’s up for today? Amazon’s having a Gold Box dedicated to video games! The big deal is Mass Effect 3, which is just $29.99 today on PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

The rest of the Gold Box deals are:

  • 6:00 AM PST/9:00 AM EST: “This wireless gaming headset is powered by state-of-the-art 2.4/5Ghz Dual Band WiFi radio technology that virtually eliminates wireless interference” – this is Turtle Beach Ear Force X32 Digital Headset for $64.99!
  • 8:00 AM PST/11:00 AM EST: “PlayStation Eye” – Um, I guess this is the PlayStation Eye? :P – Yep! $20 today!
  • 9:00 AM PST/12:00 PM EST: “Get your PlayStation 3 system moving!”
  • 10:00 AM PST/1:00 PM EST: “PlayStation Move Navigation Controller” – OK, they’re not even trying now…
  • 11:00 AM PST/2:00 PM EST: “This attachment is perfect for arcade style shooting games.” – Could this be the Sharpshooter?
  • 12:00 PM PST/3:00 PM EST: “SNK’s flagship fighting game for the PS3!” Could this be King of Fighters XIII?
  • 2:00 PM PST/5:00 PM EST: “Catch “Lightning” with this deal” – My guess is Final Fantasy XIII-2!
  • 5:00 PM PST/8:00 PM EST: “Created to appeal to the serious fighting game enthusiast, a FightStick that is made to bring the arcade experience closer to home”
  • 8:00 PM PST/11:00 PM EST: “Set sail for a LEGO adventure on your Nintendo DS.” – Lego Pirates of the Caribbean, anyone?

Seems like mostly deals for PlayStation 3 owners, but perhaps a few cross-platform deals as well. Keep your eyes peeled for more information!

Just one gaming-related shirt today, and it’s a funny mashup! (more…)

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Max Payne 3 Hands-On Preview: Noir Never Felt So Satisfying

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Nicole Kline

Rockstar’s adding another gem to their repertoire with the upcoming Max Payne 3, the latest installment in the well-known noir series. The Warp Zoned crew had a chance to play the game and discuss the new features with some Rockstar representatives at PAX East. This graduation to next-generation consoles has been beneficial to the franchise, breathing life back into Max and bringing him to new locales. A fresh storyline, intuitive gameplay features, and vibrant graphics make this a game you won’t want to miss. (more…)

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Daily Scoop: April 19, 2012 – No deals, dudes

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Nicole Kline

Sorry everyone – there are no deals today. I mean, no new deals, anyway. There are still the old deals I’ve already talked about, so if you wanted anything on sale, you probably already got it. I apologize on behalf of the Internet.

But the good news is that there are three t-shirts dedicated to our happy hobby today! Read on for more details… (more…)

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Daily Scoop: April 18, 2012 – Downloadable Deals

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Nicole Kline

I promised myself I wouldn’t talk about a certain card game (no, they aren’t paying me royalties every time I mention them), but considering last night was the fourth time I’ve played it in five days, I have to at least share one thing, and that is the exquisite haiku my boyfriend played for me last night:

Kanye West
Eating the last known bison
Fancy Feast.

It’s got a nice ring to it, wouldn’t you say?

So what’s up with deals today? Well, Amazon’s got some downloadable deals going on right now. Battlefield 3 is $29.99, Battlefield Bad Company 2 is $4.99, Battlefield 2 Complete Collection is $4.99, and Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam is $4.99. They’ve also got a bunch of Battlefield Heroes National Army Starter Packs, ranging from $6.69 to $13.39. All of these deals can be found here.

Just one shirt today, but it’s a good one… (more…)

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rComplex Review: Intrigue and Mystery on the Go

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Nicole Kline

For someone who doesn’t play a lot of games on her iPad, I’ve been doing a lot of gaming on my expensive little toy. One of the games that I’ve been playing a lot of is rComplex, a fun and mysterious game that tests your reflexes… or your patience, depending on your reaction time. Are you the kind of gamer who would enjoy the challenge? Read on to find out if this game is worth your time and money. (more…)

Posted in Mobile, Reviews, Top Story |

Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Hands-On Preview: Tapping to Familiar Tunes

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Nicole Kline

Say what you will about Square Enix; they know the recipe for what their fans like. They know if they take equal parts cute and fun and mix in a sprinkle of nostalgia, they’ve got our money before we even know we’ve given it up. They’ve got a seemingly never-ending supply of resources in their library, with a huge list of popular franchises. So it’s no surprise that their new rhythm game for the 3DS, Theatrhythm Final Fantasy – still mocked for its ridiculous name – was a big hit at PAX East. (more…)

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Daily Scoop: April 17, 2012 – A billion and one t-shirts

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Nicole Kline

It’s another beautiful Tuesday! I’m exhausted from playing in the Diablo III beta all night. I know, I know, I’m late to the party, but I don’t care. It’s so much fun that I can’t put the mouse down!

Amazon’s got a bunch of deals going on right now, like:

  • Games and accessories that are at least 25% off, including PlayStation 3 DualShock controllers for $39.99, Mass Effect 3 for $39.99, and Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception for $39.96;
  • At least 50% off Wii games and gear, including Resident Evil 4 for $9.99, James Bond 007: GoldenEye for $14.63, and Sonic and the Black Knight for $15.06;
  • And at least 50% off video games and gear, including Resident Evil 5 for $14.99, Resistance 3 for $27.98, and Driver: San Francisco for $20.39.

Now is a good time to stock up on some cheap games to keep you busy through the gaming droughts!

Lots of great gaming shirts today… (more…)

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