This lovely Tuesday night the crew got together for episode 98 of the MONG Podcast. It was their time, their time down there to talk about a costco’s worth of topics spread across the News from Nowhere AND the Thought from Nowhere! They covered the looming voice actors strike as well as the release date of Campo Santo’s Firewatch and what little information CD Projekt Red is stringing us along with about their upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 title. The thought from nowhere was video game tropes. Why did I need a key for the wooden door when I’ve got a bazooka? Wait, where are these infinitely spawning soldiers coming from? What exactly is bringing me back to life? All of these questions and more were asked! Join us! Continue reading MONG Podcast 98 | Wait, Why Did I Need a Key?
Persona 4: Dancing All Night Review
NOT QUITE FEELING THE VIBE
Well, this game happened. The latest chapter in the long-running Persona 4 sub-sub-series is here, and it’s a rhythm game. It just so happens that Persona 4 and rhythm games are two of my favorite things ever, so this should be right up my alley, right? I thought so too. But after spending a lot of time on the portable dance floor, I’ve been left feeling more conflicted than I have been about any other game I’ve played in recent memory. It’s hard to express my true feelings about Persona 4: Dancing All Night, so a fellow writer here at MONG suggested I do it the way this game would want me to…
…through dance! Continue reading Persona 4: Dancing All Night Review
Firewatch Release Date Announced
The first few months of 2016 are shaping up to be very promising for gamers. Already high profile titles like Far Cry Primal, Mirror’s Edge Catalyst, and Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End are scheduled to release in the time window. Now we can add another log to the fire with the release date of Firewatch. Continue reading Firewatch Release Date Announced
Master Chief is on the Run in Halo 5: Launch Gameplay Trailer
With the return of Halo mere weeks away, expect the promotion for Microsoft’s flagship franchise to ramp up. The latest evidence of that arrives in the form of the Halo 5: Launch Gameplay Trailer. Continue reading Master Chief is on the Run in Halo 5: Launch Gameplay Trailer
Arnold Schwarzenegger has Message for WWE Universe In New WWE 2K16 Promo
Arnold Schwarzenegger is a man of many accomplishments. Bodybuilding champion, box-office superstar, and former governor of California are just a few of the titles he is widely known for. Perhaps less known is the fact he is a part of the WWE Hall of Fame. Continue reading Arnold Schwarzenegger has Message for WWE Universe In New WWE 2K16 Promo
Telltale Offers Episode One for Free As Tales from the Borderlands Draws to a Close
One of the best ways to entice potential customers to try your product is to give out a free sample. The tactic is used everywhere from the street corner to the grocery store. Telltale Games puts this strategy to use as Tales from the Borderlands wraps up its episodic adventure. Continue reading Telltale Offers Episode One for Free As Tales from the Borderlands Draws to a Close
Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of Deus Ex
Not familiar with the story of franchise Deus Ex? No worries, Eidos Montreal has released an animated video breaking down its world to coincide with its 15th Anniversary. Continue reading Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of Deus Ex
Hands-On Impressions of LEGO Nexus Knights
On the heels of LEGO Dimensions and the upcoming release of LEGO Marvel’s Avengers in January, it seems like the LEGO franchise can do no wrong. Sprinkle in their successes with the LEGO Ninjago and Legends of Chima games, play sets, and shows, one would think that they have pushed their will over all forms of entertainment. But what could blend the ideas of LEGO Dimensions and the successes of the their newest series? LEGO Nexus Knights attempts to do just this.
Hands-On Impressions of Just Cause 3
Just Cause 3: a highly anticipated game for many gaming enthusiasts. A game that crosses numerous platforms, contains a massive open-world, and a multitude of objectives. Any Just Cause fan must be elated by the demo- I however am not a Just Cause mega-fan. In fact, I have never played the series before. This interesting approach to a first impression is just that- my first impression of anything Just Cause. Continue reading Hands-On Impressions of Just Cause 3
LEGO Marvel’s Avengers – Everything We Found Out
After a stellar interview panel and full showing, LEGO Marvel’s Avengers is looking to be one of the biggest LEGO games yet! Here’s the cliffsnotes version of what we found out:
Continue reading LEGO Marvel’s Avengers – Everything We Found Out
Middle Of Nowhere Gaming 