The excellent Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences has announced the nominees for the 2011 Interactive Achievement Awards. The AIAS is one of my favorite professional organizations in the gaming business and it runs a top-notch awards show. You know when people win a Grammy or Oscar award they thank “The Academy”? The AIAS is … Continue reading “Interactive Achievement Awards Nominees Announced”
I’d like to a give a special shout out to RPadholic N8R on his birthday! As many of you know, he’s a big reason that this site even exists, thanks to his ability to convince (emphasis on con) me that this was a good idea. Have a great birthday Nate and thanks so much for … Continue reading “Happy Birthday N8R!!!”
Think Services has announced the nominees for the 11th Annual Game Developers Choice Awards. The ceremony takes place during Game Developers Conference 2011. Along with the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences’ Interactive Achievement Awards, the GDCAs are one of the two most important awards shows in the videogame business. They’re also a nice reminder … Continue reading “Game Developers Choice Awards Nominees Announced”
2010 was a fantastic year for gaming and 2011 looks even better! What are some of the games you’re looking forward to in 2011? Here’s my personal top five…
Motorola and Verizon have announced the Droid Bionic, a Google Android phone with a 1GHz dual-core processor and 4G LTE speeds. Additionally, it has a QHD 4.3-inch screen and dual cameras. Here’s more from the official press release: Packing a dual core processor with each core running at 1GHz, delivering up to two GHz of … Continue reading “CES 2011: Droid Bionic Packs Dual Core and 4G LTE”
Nerds around the world should be psyched by the latest licensing agreement between Mattel and THQ — it includes Masters of the Universe (He-Man)! Here’s a clip from the official press release: The companies will also collaborate to expand the video game and interactive potential of newer properties such as Monster High and longtime Mattel … Continue reading “Mattel and THQ Teaming Up for He-Man Games!”
– I hope everyone had a fun and safe new year’s eve! Let’s try to make 2011 better than 2010. Although last year was better than the last three months of 2009 for me, it still wasn’t a good year. With some luck and support, 2011 will rock. – November 2010 was the best month … Continue reading “Sunday New Year’s Housekeeping”
Actors Jack Black and Jason Segel have teamed up for charity in a rock-infused version of “Little Drummer Boy”. According to People, “The song goes on sale on iTunes beginning Tuesday, with proceeds going to Blue Star Families, a nonprofit that connects, supports and empowers military families.” I’m a fan of both actors and love … Continue reading “Jack Black and Jason Segel Team Up on “Little Drummer Boy””
In a Q&A with Big Think about his novel Luka and the Fire of Life, author Salman Rushdie spent some time talking about Rockstar Games’ Read Dead Redemption. He seemed fascinated by the game’s mix of storytelling and open-world interactivity. Rushdie said: The game that my 13 year-old boy Milan and his friends all seem … Continue reading “Salman Rushdie Talks Red Dead Redemption”
Here’s an updated list of Xbox Live Black Friday deals. They’re good until November 29, 2010. Kindly check out the list and let me know if any of the goods interest you!
