Up until this most recent holiday season, I would have said that of the 3 people living in our home that I was the only gamer. So, you can imagine how pleasantly surprised I was that my girlfriend took an interest in my Wii U purchase. New Super Mario Bros. U has hooked her and… Continue reading
I think there’s something you should know about my son. He just so happens to like trials, like danger, like fire, likes nitro, and likes getting wild. He likes a little bit of blast. He likes taking it fast. He likes taking it to the end and doing it with no class. If those words sound… Continue reading
We as gamers have a responsibility. A responsibility more important than trying to beat Battletoads, even though we all know it’s impossible. A responsibility to not only play games, but to keep this community alive. Many species face extinction every day, but we must power through and keep ours strong. It’s our duty to prep… Continue reading
On Christmas Day, my wife presented me with an unexpected gift: Kinect. While it’s been out for some time, and many “hardcore” gamers loathe it entirely, I had it on my list, but because budgets usually come into play, I really didn’t suspect I’d be getting the device. I thought the Kinect, with two young… Continue reading
Since moving in with my girlfriend, Magen, and her 3 year-old daughter, Lilly, I have learned a lot about myself. While I knew my video game playing habits were due for an adjustment, I failed to realize just how very few of the games I’ve been playing lately were kid friendly. The worlds around Marcus… Continue reading
Today I’m introducing a new series to IGWT: Kid and Play. No, it’s not about the visceral Chucky doll, it’s about getting involved as a parent with your child in video games. I’m sure adult gamers have visions of playing co-op with their children much like most dads seem to envision playing catch in the backyard…. Continue reading
When my son was born nearly five years ago, I had visions of playing catch with him in the backyard, watching him play sports, go to college, and, of course, play video games with me. Now that he’s close to five years old, he’s able to take simple game concepts and adapt to them. Last… Continue reading