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Rolling With Kierin Chase: Talking the Past, Present and Future of Dungeons & Dragons

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Warp Zoned Staff

Warp Zoned editors Nicole Kline and Mike Gutierrez recently got a chance to sit down with Kierin Chase, Brand Manager for Dungeons & Dragons at Wizards of the Coast. As former dice rollers themselves, they were eager to see what 4th Edition has to offer and how it has progressed in the two years since its launch. Kierin was more than happy to detail all of the new D&D supplements, product lines, video games, and everything overall that makes now a better time than ever to jump into “The World’s Greatest Role Playing Game.” Nicole even got to ask the million-dollar question: will we see a resurrection of Spelljammer? (more…)

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The 3rd Birthday Review: There Isn’t Even Any Cake

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Nicole Kline

The Parasite Eve franchise got another addition to it with The 3rd Birthday for the PlayStation Portable. This third-person shooter reunites players with fan-favorite Aya Brea, whose tough demeanor has been replaced with scant clothing and helplessness. Changed is the title, and gone are the meatier parts of Parasite Eve‘s RPG elements, replaced instead with tactical action elements that feel jammed in like a square peg in a round hole. Repetitious gameplay and a convoluted plot, not to mention a complete deviation from the spirit of the series, make this birthday a forgettable one. (more…)

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Shift 2: Unleashed Review: Getting the NFS Out

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Adam Woolcott

It might be difficult to believe, but Need For Speed began as a racing sim. While the franchise might be known for high-speed police chases, loose physics, cheesy stories, and the immortal Razor Callahan, the original game (for the 3DO, no less) was a realistic take on driving a car at high speeds. While EA attempted to return NFS to its roots once before – 2007’s Need For Speed: Pro Street was something that could be described as a racing sim – 2009’s Need For Speed: Shift was the first time they’d really tackled the genre in such a forceful manner. The result was a game that couldn’t quite hang with Gran Turismo or Forza Motorsport, but managed to carve a niche that wasn’t really around – a realistic racer that wasn’t bogged down in endless menus and needless complexities. It was something to build upon, and with Shift 2: Unleashed, they’re doing just that. (more…)

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Warp Zoned Podcast: Episode 8

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Warp Zoned Staff

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Warp Zoned podcast! Episode 8, Journey of the Cursed King, heralds the triumphant return of Mike Gutierrez, Nicole Kline, and Ryan Littlefield. They discuss what they’re playing and reviewing, and give a quick overview of their reactions. They also talk about GeoHot and the Anonymous hacks, with Mike giving an in-depth analysis of the facts from the point of view of an enraged PSN user. Find out about consumer rights and what we really think of hackers!

Download Episode 8 Now.

And be sure to check back in two weeks for Episode 9!

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Tactics Ogre: Let Us Cling Together Review: Sing to Me of an Age of Classic RPGs

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Mike Gutierrez

Square Enix has caught a lot of flak over the last few years for milking Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest dry, but they’ve lately begun to revisit their rarer classics, much to the elation of fans. One such title is Tactics Ogre: Let Us Cling Together. Originally developed at Quest, it is the spiritual predecessor to Final Fantasy Tactics and its progeny. This version of the game has re-imagined nearly every aspect of the original to produce the best possible presentation of a masterpiece. With its superbly delicious cornucopia of content, Tactics Ogre is like Thanksgiving for gamers. (more…)

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Mortal Kombat: Legacy Dissected

Posted on April 12, 2011 by John Scalzo

The first episode of Mortal Kombat: Legacy is here and it’s packed full of references to the rest of the Mortal Kombat franchise. You can watch it again above, or you can hit the jump to learn all of the episode’s juicy secrets.

Just a warning, SPOILERS follow. (more…)

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Gods Eater Burst Review: Devouring All Your Free Time and Leaving You Hungry For More

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Nicole Kline

Gods Eater Burst is an action-adventure video game for the PSP, developed by Namco Bandai and published in the United States by D3 Publisher. It was released in 2010 in Japan and re-released later that year with improvements before being brought here. In a post-apocalyptic world, only the Gods Eaters and their weapons, the God Arcs, can destroy the Aragami, massive and quickly adaptive monsters that are devouring the entire world. With addictive gameplay, incredibly customizable equipment, unforgettable music, and a thrilling story, this game is almost gluttonous in how satisfying it can be. Add in a multiplayer mode and the experience becomes unbeatable. (more…)

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Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation Review: Using a Phoenix Down on Nostalgia

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Ryan Littlefield

With a little help from Nintendo, Square Enix has resurrected a fallen soldier from a popular franchise, enlisting the help of the DS along the way. Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation is a breath of fresh air from their old, musty library; a remake that is both nostalgic and refreshing, incorporating new elements of gameplay, and boasting a visual makeover for the American premiere. Though it’s been 15 years since its initial release, Realms of Revelation plays like it was made yesterday. (more…)

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