almost 2 years ago
Marketwatch reports that data from the NPD Group indicates that April was another bad month for video game sales. Marketwatch says “relatively weak set of releases failed to entice consumers.” Sales were down 37% compared to April, 2009. NPD Group says part of the reason was the Easter holiday, but that doesn’t fully explain a 37% plunge.
NPD blamed part of the weakness on a difficult comparison with 2009’s April period, which included the Easter holiday, while this year’s did not. It was the industry’s worst year-over-year decline since July of last year
about 2 years ago
The Game Beat first reported on May 11 that Best Buy plans to launch a gaming magazine called @Gamer. The first issue will launch in June. Kombo.com then followed up and got confirmation from Best Buy that they are indeed launching a gaming magazine. There is not much information available yet about what the content of the magazine will be.
Hopefully, Best Buy has the @gamer Twitter account if they are launching a magazine called @Gamer. The account has been registered by someone, but it is currently not being used.
(via Dealerscope)
about 2 years ago
Sid Meier’s Civilization game is coming to Facebook. The Facebook version will be called Civilization Network. It will be available on Facebook in 2010 according to the Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/civnetwork).
I wanted to let you know we’ll soon be looking for beta testers to help us develop a unique new way to play Civilization. Ever since we finished Civilization Revolution last year, I’ve been looking at ways of expanding the Civ gameplay experience to include solo, competitive and cooperative play to take advantage of the uniqueness of social networks. We’
about 2 years ago
You’re a gamer. You’re a role-playing game (RPG) fanatic.But what if you are one of those gamers who want to keep up with all the latest stuff? Where can you get all the information about new releases?There are many websites that offer gaming news, but what about ones that focus on keeping us up-to-date about RPGs?First, let’s define a few terms. There are online RPG games, and there are RPGs that you play offline (board games and on computers and game consoles). The online RPG games include free games and those you must pay to play. MMORPG is a massively multiplayer online role-playing ...
about 2 years ago
I don’t know about your game preferences, but I sure do enjoy war games, especially those I can play online against other players. It really brings out my competitive spirit and it gets me away from the cares of daily life.
To really get “in the groove”, I choose a game that lets me play the role of a fighter. A role playing game (RPG) is one that lets my imagination get into the situation, into the world created just for a particular game. An online war RPG game lets me live through the game character, fighting for my survival and struggling to do as much damage (earn the most
about 2 years ago
Kids have so many choices these days! There are so many games they can play, and there are many platforms they can use. These include a personal computer (PC) and the numerous devices designed especially for gaming. The game consoles include small portable devices, and larger ones suitable for home use.
There are many different kinds of games available. Some are educational, and others are pure entertainment. The technology has advanced so far that today’s games can be extremely realistic. Some of the content is not suitable for kids to view. Fortunately we are aided in the quest for appropriate
about 2 years ago
Parents should learn about kids online game sites and be aware of the dangers. Here are some practical tips.
First, parents should realize how great the popular online game sites can be. They can provide a great amount of fun for your kids. However, you should be choosy about which sites your kids visit, and be careful to regulate the amount of time they spend gaming.
Parental Oversight
Parental oversight is an important responsibility, especially in this age of online predators. Content inappropriate for young people is readily available on the Internet. It’s the parent’s responsibility
about 2 years ago
When visiting a video game store, it’s easy to feel lost in the many available products. If you’re new to gaming, it looks like a sea of color, and you will likely feel overwhelmed. When this happens, all the games start to look the same.
If you’re an adult trying to buy a game for a young person, you will appreciate some guidance. The following advice is meant to give you a practical plan.
1. Do some research before you buy.
First, you will want to find out which game system your youngster plays. HINT: If you don’t own a game system already, you may want to check out this
about 2 years ago
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If you are a gaming fanatic like me, you like all types of games. I like PC games, console
about 2 years ago
The gaming industry is a huge multi-billion-dollar a year sector of the world economy. There are makers of gaming consoles, designers of games, retail outlets, and so many new innovations in technology happening so fast that it’s impossible to keep up with it all.
There is a lot of media coverage of the different players in the gaming industry. That’s not surprising, since there are so many devoted fans of the different consoles, and so many gaming fanatics who enjoy playing new games and updated versions of older games. It’s real easy to start digging into the Internet sources
about 2 years ago
You want to get started and play the best online casino game that you can, but at the same time you want to make sure that you don’t end up blowing your mortgage money on your gaming buzz. No problem! You have some great options.
If you’ve had issues with gambling in the past, you can relax and know that it’s still worth taking some time to learn more about free online casino games. Why? It’s because online games are different in key ways to a real casino.
For example, when going into a real casino you may feel lots of guilt and usually you know that you will end up losing
about 2 years ago
There are some strategy games that you can play entirely online. And there are some that require you to download software to your computer before you play online. In both cases, the game play can involve multiple players connecting online.
Check System Requirements
For any type of game, be sure to check the system requirements before you go to the trouble of trying to run the game on your computer system. The best online strategy game for you is one that you enjoy, and that runs on your computer! All games have minimum system requirements (like processor speed, memory, or “helper apps”
about 2 years ago
Would you have guessed that video games could improve your mind, or your life? Some people may scoff at the idea that video games may be helpful or beneficial in any way, other than provide a little diversion. However, there are quite a few benefits from playing video games!
Let’s face it. Video games are primarily entertainment. They are enjoyed by millions of gamers all around the world for their cool graphics, great music, and interesting plots.
To understand how video games can improve the minds of those that play them, we need to take a closer look.
1. Video games improve hand and eye
about 2 years ago
The gaming industry is a large sector of the economy, at tens of billions of dollars a year. Because it’s such an important and growing industry, there is a lot of news generated about it. There are a lot of players involved, from those making money by providing capital or controlling licensing, to those who design and develop the games, to those involved with development of hardware, to those assisting with distribution, and finally to the end users.
You can take a walk down the aisle of any store that sells magazines, and you’ll likely find at least two or three gaming magazines
about 2 years ago
One of the most popular forms of entertainment these days is using video game systems or consoles. People spend a lot of money on video game consoles and on the different games that are available for them. A gaming system can provide a lot of relaxation and fun for a whole family.
Why would people purchase a game system instead of a computer? Most games available for gaming consoles also have versions for the desktop computer. So what are the advantages of the consoles?
There are several reasons why people purchase these game systems instead of a desktop computer.
• It is usually much cheaper