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Best Instagram Accounts for Gaming Fans

January 22, 2014 By Belinda Montgomery

It’s a fact that brands have conquered social media. Whether new or already famous and known internationally, they have established an online presence on most social networking platforms including the photo sharing site Instagram. And why not? Being there where your fans hang out is the best way to earn their loyalty and gain new followers.

Gaming enthusiasts may not have yet developed an interest on Instagram when it comes to discovering things about their hobby but they should learn to trust the site. Currently, there are many gaming brands that have created accounts in the platform and we share some of them here worth following moving onward. …

4 Upcoming Kickstarter-Funded Games that Raised Millions

November 28, 2013 By Belinda Montgomery

New video games continue to be developed as time goes by. With the growing number of people getting into gaming whether in the technical or playing side, it’s no surprise that these new video games pop up every now and then.

Not all newly developed games, however, are released to the public. One of the reasons is lack of financial support.

Fortunately, there’s Kickstarter that helps find backers to the creations of persevering developers. This largest crowdfunding platform has been instrumental in pushing the development and release of unique video games. …

6 Iconic Plumbers in Gaming

September 26, 2013 By sharker

In the real world, plumbers are viewed as hard-working folks who know the plumbing system like the back of their hands. In the gaming world, plumbers are nothing less than heroes who can jump 18 feet high, enlist the use of magic, and win battles against big, bad bosses.

Plumbers in gaming are more common than you think. Let’s take a look at the following 6 iconic plumbers in gaming.

Mario & Luigi

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Create Easy Video Games With Pixel Press

May 9, 2013 By Belinda Montgomery

Gamers or aspiring game developers can now create their own video games without the need for a technical background. The tool to use? Pixel Press.

This new Pixel Press tool lets anybody, young and old, to make their own video game levels. The only materials you will need are a pencil, graph paper and your iPad or iPhone.

Creator Robin Rath explained players can design their levels by hand and they can create any kind of traps for their avatar to hurdle. Avatars can climb five stories to reach their goal.

Rath said his tool also makes use of character recognition that allows the iPad or iPhone’s camera to convert the sketches to graphic elements. The next step is for the create to test his level, make further refinements and add skins to create a more polished game. …

Video Games Effective in Treating Kids’ Pain

April 14, 2013 By Belinda Montgomery

Video games are undoubtedly a popular form of entertainment particularly for kids. Many adults are also benefiting from it, though, such those the tech savvy ones.

But other than the entertainment it provides, these video games have been found very helpful in treating pain among children. In fact just recently, the Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. introduced a new form of treatment for kids’ pains in its newly opened pain care complex. The facility is now using video games to treat the pain being experienced by young patients.

The games were specially designed for the purpose of eliminating pain and were created with the use of the Kinect technology of Microsoft. Through the games, the kids are brought into an intergalactic environment where they can play, paint and exercise while unknown to them, the doctors are analyzing their movements and other vital signs at the same time. …

Five In-Demand Gaming-Related Jobs

April 12, 2013 By Guest Blogger

The video game industry is a juggernaut. It has already outpaced the movie industry in terms of revenues – which is no small feat.

With video games now a part of mainstream culture, the number of games that are being released every year is growing –and of course, because of this the demand for video game professionals has also increased.

Video game related jobs are now considered one of the higher paying jobs in the job market. If you are interested in a career in the gaming industry then these are the jobs you should go for:…

PC Games Ideal for the Oldies

February 26, 2013 By Belinda Montgomery

A lot of young people who are so into computer games normally don’t expect their dads, moms much more their grannies to play their games. If there are parents or grannies who may be interested, they’re very few and far between. Most of them would say it’s just for kids or they’re too violent.

Surprisingly, there are PC games that even the oldies can play. We share a number of them here which you can recommend to your dad, mom, grandpa or grandma.

Plants vs. Zombies

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New PS3 Games Worth Playing

January 31, 2013 By Belinda Montgomery

Many of you may already have the PlayStation 3 or PS3. This is the latest game console released by Sony. Specifically, it’s the third home video game console of Sony Computer Entertainment.

Basketball fans should find NBA 2K13 more interesting. The game features a new control stick system that has improved moves such as dribbling, shooting, passing and post moves which were mapped to the right analog stick. When playing, individual players have their on ability to change the course of the game. Fast break passing moves have also been improved.

Far Cry 3 is a real challenge as players get into the character of Jason Brody. Brody is stranded alone in a tropical island so his fate lies in the hands of the players. Each player decides on how to start the story and what battles to fight. This is your chance to try a dream role of someone stranded in a mysterious island….

Most Played Games for Android Smartphones

January 30, 2013 By Belinda Montgomery

Smartphones indeed do justice to their name. It’s an intelligent mobile gadget that can do so many functions even in its small size. In fact, its usage has surpassed that of computers making it a preferred choice by people in checking emails, connecting and sharing photos on social media sites as well as in purchasing
products.

A product of Google, Android is an operating system for touch screen mobile devices well loved by game addicts. Game enthusiasts benefit from this OS because of its superior graphics quality, high definition pictures and top notch sound. Those who love to try out the latest gaming apps will never regret using Android.

If you’re still discovering what games you can play with your Android smartphone, here are what we recommend. …

TV Shows for Gamers

January 29, 2013 By sharker

Correct me if I’m wrong, but if it were at all possible, you would NOT do anything else than play your game of the moment, would you? I mean, we all have responsibilities. We all have to make a living – or pay attention to school – but it would be a dream come true to have nothing else to do but play games. Then again, that’s why it’s called a dream.

Of course, there is also the fact that even the most avid of gamers could use a break now and then. Not to mention the fact that there are so many other forms of entertainment that are virtually impossible to ignore – such as the awesome TV shows that exist today.

Truth to be told, I have never been a big fan of TV, but there are some shows that I fell for, hook, line, and sinker. If you’re a gamer looking to take a break and expand your horizons, here are some TV shows that will not fail to capture your imagination.

Game of Thrones

HBO’s hit series does not need any introduction. The TV show based on George R.R. Martin’s epic A Song of Ice and Fire novels is just as much of a hit as the books, with people from all sorts of backgrounds unable to resist it. If you’re the kind of gamer who likes heavy, intricate plots with fighting thrown in, you’ll quickly join the adoring masses of Game of Thrones fans.

Dexter

For your dose of mental imbalance, Dexter is your go-to TV show. A serial killer nurtured to follow a code that allows him to blend in with normal people, so much so that he becomes part of the police force – how much sicker can you get? While the cinematics and acting may not be as wild as Arkham Asylum, some of the characters might not be out of place in that institution.

Grimm

If you like getting lost in the world of fairy tales, then Grimm will delight you. It’s not the sugar and spice kind of stories your mom used to read at bedtime, though. Grimm is packed with intrigue, action, and all sorts of creatures that will scare even the Sandman.

Arrow

Comic book fans will definitely not want to pass up on the TV version of Green Arrow, which caught my attention from the get go. Whether you know the story of this superhero by heart, or you have absolutely no clue, the TV show will have you wanting more.

For sure, there are many more shows that cater to gamers which I just have not discovered myself. One thing that is crucial in enjoying these shows is having the right TV provider. If you’re looking at satellite TV – which really is a no brainer these days – then check out GetDirectTV.org to make sure you have all the information you need to make a good decision.

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