On the second episode of the Flashback Arcade, Middle of Nowhere Gaming Associate Editor Esteban Cuevas (@colorwind), Associate Writer Charlie Savidge (@cnsavidge), and Executive Editor Shawn Richards (@littlebighamm) delve into the RPG classic Final Fantasy VII. We discuss the story, characters, and gameplay as well as the themes the game touches on. There are mild spoilers about the game in the podcast but two major spoilers will have warnings and are noted below as well. Then, Charlie makes his case for why all of the first generation of Pokémon games should be inducted in the Flashback Essentials. Continue reading Flashback Arcade – Episode 2 | Final Fantasy VII
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Friendly Neighborhood Fanboys Episode 7| Why is Shaggy a Hipster D-Bag!?
On this episode of Fanboys Chas and Adam discuss Chas’ further adventures in the Dragon Age universe, Adam’s love of The People vs OJ Simpson, and whether or not the upcoming show Riverdale is necessary.
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Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam Review
CRUMPLED AND FOLDED
Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam is the type of game that leaves you with a worse impression than you think it deserves. At its foundation, Paper Jam is a solid if simple turn-based RPG much like the rest of the Mario & Luigi series whose charming comedic quips can appeal to both children and fans of the Mario series. For the most part, that foundation keeps the game engaging enough throughout its 25-30 hour run time. However, what’s built on that foundation drags the overall experience down with its creatively pisspoor implementation of the Paper Mario world, constant backtracking, and fruitless busy work. By the time I saw the credits roll, Paper Jam had long worn out its welcome.
MONG Podcast 111 | Diamonds in the Rough
Everyone should be happy I’m devoted to making this look good or I would have just typed “Gone to Play Firewatch” here and left to do just that. HOWEVER! I’m in it to win it and so is everyone else on this week’s episode of the MONG Podcast! The crew goes through and covers topics from the week including the return of the Overwatch beta, the reveal of The Culling, Metal Gear Solid V’s upcoming DLC, Firewatch photos, David Gaider taking the throne and what happens when you smash two portals together while inside of them in Portal… personally, I think the computer should have crashed hard and never turned back on. Continue reading MONG Podcast 111 | Diamonds in the Rough
Street Fighter V Characters Clash in Cinematic Trailer
Street Fighter V launches next week and Capcom continues to ramp up anticipation for its flagship fighting series. The latest comes by way of a full length CG trailer. Continue reading Street Fighter V Characters Clash in Cinematic Trailer
One Month PS + Giveaway
Over the course of the next week, MONG is giving you the chance to win one month of PlayStation Plus to kickoff its hopefully recurring monthly Twitch show, “PS + You and Me” where select members of the Middle of Nowhere Gaming staff play a recent multiplayer-centric PlayStation Plus release for your amusement. This month, we’ll be playing Helldivers.
LEGO Marvel’s Avengers Review
LEGO’S ASSEMBLE!
LEGO Marvel’s Avengers is the latest iteration of the LEGO videogame franchise, following in the footsteps of LEGO Jurassic Park, LEGO Batman, and other popular licenses. Promotion and buzz on the game promised an immense open-world, gigantic character list, and faithfulness to the Marvel cinematic Universe (MCU). Though the game can suffer from overly-simplistic challenges, LEGO Marvel’s Avengers is a fun, captivating, and exciting gaming experience. Continue reading LEGO Marvel’s Avengers Review
DOOM Gets A Release Date And More
Bethesda and id Software have finally revealed the release date for DOOM, the reboot of the classic franchise. Along with this announcement they revealed a new trailer and a Collector’s Edition. Continue reading DOOM Gets A Release Date And More
Microsoft Offers Glimpse at Future Game Lineup
2015 was a big year for Microsoft with exclusive titles like Halo 5 and Rise of the Tomb Raider. With its latest video, the company looks to reassure gamers that the past year was just the beginning of what’s in store for the Xbox One. Continue reading Microsoft Offers Glimpse at Future Game Lineup
MONG Podcast 110 | Which Series Have Run Their Course?
All of them! Just kidding, only Call of Duty. Anyway, how ya doing viewers, listeners and fans? Welcome to the description of the 110th episode of MONG Podcast! This week the crew is back and in their Tuesday best with a fresh episode covering Marvel Heroes 2016, the furthering decline of the Vita, Lego: The Force Awakens (the least surprising game announcement since a certain R&B artist refused rehab), Campo Santos’ Firewatch release information, Bethesda doing their own thing and last but not least… alcohol and strippers! MONG Podcast, now the #1 adults only video game podcast! Not really. Continue reading MONG Podcast 110 | Which Series Have Run Their Course?
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