Computer Games Articles

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By James Allen @ Wednesday, 21st February 2007 @ 9:53 AM

Prior to the Wii's release, it was leaked that Nintendo was sending free developer kits to small scale game designers. Following that, they announced that indie game designers could get their hands on these kits for less than two thousand dollars. All this made it obvious that Nintendo was opening the door to fresh talent and ideas. Of course, not just anyone can get involved with video game design at Nintendo, as there are still many requirements that have to be met. Here are just a few of... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By James Allen @ Tuesday, 20th February 2007 @ 3:01 PM

Seems a lot of people these days are interested in becoming paid video game testers. With all the excitement surrounding the release of the latest gaming consoles like the PS3 and Nintendo Wii, this is no surprise. So let's take a look at the different types of video game tester jobs that are available for gamers. Job 1: Self-Employed Video Game Tester Everyday people are searching online for information and reviews about the latest game releases. Some very smart gamers are fi... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Stephen Dolan @ Monday, 12th February 2007 @ 4:00 PM

When role playing games were first introduced in the mid-1970s, they had a relatively small market, just small groups of high school students meeting in the cafeteria with pencils and dice in hand. Today, with the increased popularity of computers, participation in role-playing games has exploded with literally millions of people all over the world and from all walks of life enjoying the excitement of RPG's. Role Playing Game Basics Simply put, an RPG is any game where players... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Low Jeremy @ Saturday, 10th February 2007 @ 12:16 AM

Have you ever experienced collecting coins while at the same time fighting the aliens and feeding the fish? You may think that such thing does not exist, but it does. It is the game that would really make you go insane. People who know it call it the insane aquarium. Insane aquarium is an action puzzle game. It allows you to feed your fishes, watch the aquarium and captivates the underworld. You can use your funds when you needed to buy for new fishes, unlock the secrets of the pets or ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Kevin Dark @ Thursday, 8th February 2007 @ 5:07 PM

The introduction of computer games has changed that early fact significantly. Computer games have added a fresh dimension to the way in which both children and adults play either individually or collectively. In addition computer games such as World of Warcraft Gold (WOW Gold), Guild Wars, Final Fantasy and Dungeons and Dragons have also broadened the perspective of players by introducing them to a scenario whereby resources, supplies and a variety of strengths and weaknesses of available... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Kelvin Ho @ Monday, 5th February 2007 @ 8:42 PM

In a fury, the public greeted the latest craze in gaming consoles as the Playstation 3 hit the entertainment world. Through a series of huge Sony marketing schemes, you could not go anywhere without hearing or feeling the anticipation for a product that promised better graphics, color, sound, and other exciting features. The popularity of the Playstation 3 also made it possible for Ebay resellers and independent retailers to markup the price of owning one of these units, especially in time for t... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By John Pawlett @ Friday, 26th January 2007 @ 3:58 PM

There exists some ephemeral quality that separates gamers from the rest of humanity, some thing that makes us, us and them, not us. I've never been able to quite put my finger on it, but it is inescapably there. Today, in hopes of moving closer to that essential quality of gamerosity, we examine part of what makes us tick. In particular, we take a look at what draws different types of gamers to the hobby. Every gamer plays for different reasons, but there are common threads that tie... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Greg Lucas @ Wednesday, 24th January 2007 @ 12:27 PM

Some people like to unwind by listening to music, some like to watch TV, some like to indulge in a little baking, and some like to play in the Arcades. Those people who belong to the first three categories are lucky because the radio, the television, and the oven could be found in the comfort of their own homes. The same couldn't be said for the guy who likes to play in the Arcade though as the nearest Arcade is probably blocks away. And due to the dwindling popularity of the... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Albert TAY @ Tuesday, 23rd January 2007 @ 1:54 PM

The PlayStation 3 is a high demand product, a very popular item that was released to the U.S. market in late 2006. Just in time for the holiday rush, the console became especially attractive to EBay resellers and other independent retailers as the consoles flew off the shelves in electronics stores and computer outlets across the country. The PlayStation 3 went through a heavy marketing campaign from Sony, along with local and national promotions both online and offline. As a result, many peo... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Albert TAY @ Friday, 19th January 2007 @ 3:43 PM

Featuring cutting edge high definition sound and graphics, 60 Gigabytes of huge hard disk drive memory storage space along with a world-shattering wireless motion sensing controller, the Sony Playstation 3 ps3 serves as a game platform to take pleasure to whole new heights in the next generation of computer entertainment in the home, appreciated through the combination of RSX processors and Cell processors, in addition to the playing capabilities of an enormous catalog of first Playstation and t... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Michael Connelly @ Thursday, 18th January 2007 @ 2:16 PM

If you are really into playing video games on your Playstation 3, Xbox 360 or Nintendo Wii console, or even on your PC or PSP, then get ready to be thoroughly entertained and possibly even blown away by some impressive new game releases in the year to come. There is a whole new crop of games that will be released in 2007, but Bioshock is one that certainly deserves some extra attention. A highly anticipated game from Irrational Games that has been in the works since 2004, Bioshock is the... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By John Pawlett @ Tuesday, 16th January 2007 @ 11:05 AM

I recently received a bonus at work for hitting a sales quota, so I decided to buy something fun for my family. After giving the matter a lot of thought, I decided to purchase a new X box video game system to replace our outdated PlayStation. Our family likes to play different types of games together, and we had gotten countless hours of fun and entertainment from that PlayStation. I hoped that buying an X box video game system would allow us to continue our weekly Family Night tradition... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Donny Fonseca @ Monday, 15th January 2007 @ 10:55 AM

In general, I believe EQ2 has a pretty nice crafting system compared to UO, EQ, and SWG of years past. I thought I would summarize a few of the things that I've learned in my first 25 levels of crafting and alchemy. First, don't try this without a TON of space. In fact, I highly recommend you create another "mule" character and equip with lots of 14 slot bags, rent an apartment, and buy a couple of teak strongboxes for selling all of your trivial crafting stuff. Next, ma... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Adrian Adams @ Monday, 15th January 2007 @ 10:06 AM

Have you ever worked yourself up for a good game of Monopoly, but no one wants to take a walk on the Boardwalk with you? Board game enthusiasts no longer have to beg family and friends to play their favorite diversions because the Internet and game CDs provide the perfect outlet. Today, with an assortment of exciting computer games, there is no limit to the kind of game board interaction you may encounter. While many computer games created from popular board games simulate some sort of a... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Donny Fonseca @ Thursday, 11th January 2007 @ 4:29 AM

Range is the key to PVP when using your Hunter. If you let the rogue, or other melee class get near you for more than 5 seconds, you may as well just lay down. You are a RANGED fighter, so use range or die. Buy some gear! Items that I use for PVP: Bow of Searing Arrows + Sniper Scope. Best arrows for your level + quiver. The best armor and gear available to you. Discombobulator Ray (made by engineers, I carry at least 2 - 5 shot rays with me always). Highest Health Potions you can ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Donny Fonseca @ Wednesday, 10th January 2007 @ 11:00 PM

My main character is a level 60 Tauren Shaman (go cows!), I dropped Skinning (very easy to level) and picked up Herbalism, for one reason - cash. Although all server economies vary a lot (and I do mean a lot!), high level herbs sell for enough to make it worth spending an hour picking them and selling them on the auction house. At the top end, a stack of herbs might sell for 10g/15g (or more), and getting a couple of stacks in an hour isn't too difficult. If you have picked up Herbal... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Hunter Crowell @ Friday, 29th December 2006 @ 11:41 AM

You're a human paladin standing in your bank vault in the bustling city of Stormwind. The shelves surrounding you are full of various weapons, armor, potions and other miscellaneous items that you have picked up throughout your many journeys and battles across the lands of Azeroth. All of the items that you use day to day, you tend to carry around with you. Some of the things you are storing in the bank are useful to you at times, so you keep them where they are safe knowing you ca... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Michael Connelly @ Thursday, 21st December 2006 @ 4:40 PM

Your daughter just came home with a straight A report card and an academic achievement award. She is already taking college credit classes and she is only in the tenth grade. Her brother who is two years older is graduating this year and heading off to college over the summer. He will be attending a major University on a full academic scholarship. And he was the one you used to think would be better off attending a trade school. You and your spouse like to think that you are both pretty smart, a... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Michael Connelly @ Thursday, 21st December 2006 @ 3:39 PM

There is something special about the video games of today. The people who enjoy playing them are living in a very exiting time. With the recent releases of Nintendo Wii and Playstation 3 (and Xbox 360 a little while back) the gaming experience has been raised to a whole new level. You know there must be something really exciting about the newly released next generation video game systems if people are willing to camp out in front of stores for a week before their release and then stampede inside... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Entertainment » Computer Games | By Michael Connelly @ Wednesday, 20th December 2006 @ 3:37 PM

Thirty years ago the fledgling video game business was struggling to make a name for itself as it competed with toys, playing cards and board games for customers. The early games like Pong, Pac Man and Donkey Kong were very basic in terms of technology, and they had very little creativity involved with their designs and functions. Today, the computer game industry is a multi billion dollar extravaganza that has progressed dramatically, and it is starting to steal some of the spotlight from the g... more...