There are few other games that spark such an intense burning argument of indifference than the Call of Duty franchise. Oddly enough, I have less difficulty explaining the things I like and dislike about Call of Duty with people who don’t play video games versus some who happen to love games. I find that sad. Someone who… Continue reading
Justin, Cole, Ethan and Josh turn to a live audience to determine what traits define gamecation worthy video games. From Square games to Irrational games, Dead Spaces to Noire stories these games have brought out the best and worst in gaming habits. The Horrible Show – Join the editorial staff of HorribleNight.com as they discuss… Continue reading
We’ve talked about negative and false gaming stereotypes and wanting to do our best to avoid fitting into them so as to not reinforce the ignorant perception of our culture, but this is not always that easy. What gamer stereotype do you most embody and what have you had to do to keep it in check?… Continue reading
Every time you pretend gaming, or the game industry, doesn’t matter, you’re putting on blinders and living in another world. I have a love/hate relationship with Facebook. I came across an Instagram photo, taken by an acquaintance, of an ad ran by our good friends at Net Heads titled Video Game Summer Camp. The caption… Continue reading
When asked about this topic, I immediately drew a cold sweat followed by violent shivers. These shivers eventually faded, and I was able to begin trying to calculate which games would make the list. I’ve never actually sat down and made a list like this before, and while I may seem horribly unqualified, you will… Continue reading
Multiplayer gaming is both for playing with friends who just can’t be there with you (or for those who don’t like to share their valuable screen space) and for those who like to completely own no0bs and dominate their competition. This is for the second group. The Nominees Mortal Kombat – Pit yourself Mano-a-mano, toe to toe,… Continue reading
Of the games that are on obvious sequel release schedules or the ones that came out of nowhere to titillate our fantasies of living out these scenarios, these are the games that stood high above the rest. The Nominees Gears of War 3 – There was a lot riding on this installment of the Gears trilogy by… Continue reading
Modern Warfare 3, the record-shattering behemoth, is slated to release its first DLC on January 24 exclusively on Xbox Live. The PS3 and PC markets will eventually receive this DLC also, but it is custom for XBL to get its hands on the DLC sooner. Robert Bowling, a popular Infinity Ward community guru announced it… Continue reading
War is hell unless Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games have anything to say about it. From roaring gunfire, explosions on all sides and invigorating cut scenes, players have very little opportunity to rest on their laurels when playing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. Since it’s release on November 8, gamers have questioned whether the… Continue reading
You can’t pick Games of the Year if you can’t categorize them correctly. Justin, Cole, Ethan, and Josh went live to brainstorm category ideas with each other and the Horrible Night community. Who will win Best Obscure Category? Send in your questions to simon@horriblenight.com or @TheHorribleShow This show was recorded live on Twitch.tv. Live podcasts… Continue reading
Justin, Cole, Justin, and Josh recap the major news stories of November and get completely jealous of the toys kids today get to collect. Activision gets multiple compliments, indie music is a hit, New Line wants to make a Rampage movie, and more. Send in your questions to simon@horriblenight.com or @TheHorribleShow Show Notes Cast: Justin… Continue reading
From flame wars to mega-gaming marathons that would shake lesser gamers at their cores, this holiday season is filled with record-breaking numbers, controversy and gaming (duh). Holiday gaming seasons are no strangers to massive quantities of AAA games along with their cohorts of lesser-known games that become sleeper contenders for games of the year. While… Continue reading