Checkpoint: Super Mario World
This column originally ran on February 23, 2010. In 1990, the NES was reaching the end of its lifespan. Resurrecting an industry was one thing, but the public wanted to know what Nintendo had up its sleeve next. The answer: … Continue reading Checkpoint: Super Mario World
Miracle babies, sisters, and graduation!!!
My sister was born three months premature. So, allow me to state the obvious and point out that while most of us get to incubate for nine months, she had six. Naturally, this led to all sorts of “guaranteed” issues … Continue reading Miracle babies, sisters, and graduation!!!
Game On: Super Metroid (Part 8)
Shaun and Chris descend into the depths of Planet Zebes as they guide Samus through one of the greatest adventures of all-time: Super Metroid. This is Part 8 of our full playthrough of the SNES classic. In this chapter: Shaun has a … Continue reading Game On: Super Metroid (Part 8)
At the Buzzer (05/23/13)
Episode 95: Dave’s Final Days — The guys give Dave advice as his wedding approaches in Part 1 of the Dave Wedding Trilogy of episodes, then interview Borderlands’ Britanni Johnson in Buzzfeed. Also, Chris tells stories from high school, Dave … Continue reading At the Buzzer (05/23/13)
Game On: New Super Mario Bros. U (World 5)
Luigi, either you’re getting smaller or that block next to you is getting bigger. And since we know you can’t stop gobbling down pasta 46 times a day, well… We’re playing New Super Mario Bros. on the Wii U! Thanks … Continue reading Game On: New Super Mario Bros. U (World 5)
Game On: NBA 2K13 (vs. Knicks)
This is not an optical illusion. Do not adjust your screen. Howie Mandel, he of limited athleticism, actually makes this happen during the game. You have to see it to believe it. The Flagstaff Buzzers watched their furious rally against … Continue reading Game On: NBA 2K13 (vs. Knicks)
Review from a Movie Novice: Star Trek: Into Darkness
Warning: This article has spoilers. If you haven’t seen Star Trek, go see it, and then come read this immediately after, if you have a smartphone, load this up on it and then read it while the credits are rolling. … Continue reading Review from a Movie Novice: Star Trek: Into Darkness
Game On: Smash Bros. Brawl (Part 6)
It’s time to finally fulfill one of our requests! This suggestion came from Mal, who probably wanted us to murder each other to death. Chris was victorious in the 16-man tournament with Shaun, Jason and Tech Guy (as well as … Continue reading Game On: Smash Bros. Brawl (Part 6)
Xbox One: Feel the Excitement?
I just don’t get it. I don’t. I thought gamers were taking part in the “video games” genre, yet all I watched for the last hour were tech demos, sports, a TV guide and a dog in Call of Duty. … Continue reading Xbox One: Feel the Excitement?
PS4/Durango: Feel the Excitement?
So you’ve probably heard about this somewhere by now, but here goes: Microsoft is going to announce something major tomorrow with the new Xbox! And today, the day before that conference takes the nation by storm, Sony put out a … Continue reading PS4/Durango: Feel the Excitement?
