Developer Irrational Games closing its doors for good
Irrational Games, best known for the critically acclaimed BioShock series, has announced they are closing their doors permanently. Ken Levine, renowned Creative Director and founder of the company, will be transitioning to Take-Two, and has plans to start another, smaller … Continue reading Developer Irrational Games closing its doors for good
Review: NBA 2K14 (PS4)
It seems that there are two main opinions of NBA 2K14 on the next-gen systems. 1) It’s a horrendous first offering, with tons of microtransactions, missing game modes and save-breaking glitches. 2) It’s the prettiest and most fluid basketball game … Continue reading Review: NBA 2K14 (PS4)
44 Hours into Bravely Default
Hey everyone! Most of us over here at At the Buzzer are currently questing through Bravely Default, but since I’ve invested the most time into it since it’s release it seemed only fitting that I be the first to post … Continue reading 44 Hours into Bravely Default
Why Edea is really Bravely Default’s main character
Warning – some spoilers abound. That’s right, I said it. 20 hours in, and I believe Edea is Bravely Default’s strongest, most interesting, most “main” character. Bravely Default doesn’t start with Edea. You start with Tiz, who seems to be … Continue reading Why Edea is really Bravely Default’s main character
Theories about the new Phoenix Wright sequel announcement
At the very end of last year, Capcom announced that they had more Phoenix Wright titles in the works, and hinted at least one would be a sequel to Dual Destinies, in the main line of the Ace Attorney games. … Continue reading Theories about the new Phoenix Wright sequel announcement
D20 for Valentine’s Day: In defense of Dungeons and Dragons
This Valentine’s Day, cut the crap. Flowers die. Poems—let’s be honest—suck. If you think you can write a poem, chances are very high that you can’t. Candy makes you super fat—and let’s not even get started on the diseases! No, … Continue reading D20 for Valentine’s Day: In defense of Dungeons and Dragons
At the Buzzer (02/13/14)
Episode 119: Valentine’s Prey — The guys brace themselves for another spiteful holiday episode, but things go in a surprising direction. Also, Chris hates today’s distinction between dating and hanging out, Dave vows to work extra-hard for his marriage, and … Continue reading At the Buzzer (02/13/14)
Social Rejections of a Gamer Girl
My high school was not big. It was fairly normal sized, maybe even small by some standards. And by the time senior year rolled around, almost everyone in the senior class at least recognized each other. I was feeling more … Continue reading Social Rejections of a Gamer Girl
Music to My Ears: Serpent Eating the Ground
Music to My Ears is looking ahead this week. Bravely Default’s only been out a few days now, but it’s worth featuring right now. “Serpent Eating the Ground” is the final boss theme. I don’t know who the final boss … Continue reading Music to My Ears: Serpent Eating the Ground
BioShock Infinite: Burial at Sea Episode 2 DLC to Feature Crossbow
I swear, every new piece of information I hear confirms my believe that BioShock Infinite’s two part DLC, Burial at Sea, would have been better served as BioShock 4. Today’s confirmation of that belief comes in the form of a … Continue reading BioShock Infinite: Burial at Sea Episode 2 DLC to Feature Crossbow
Gray Areas 