E3 2011: Nintendo Press Conference Impressions

It’s a known fact that I’m a Nintendo fan. While I enjoy their games the most, I have no problem being critical if they do something I don’t like. Heading into the press conference, everyone had one question on their minds: what is Project Café? And while Nintendo did answer that question, they created much, MUCH more questions in its place.

The press conference opened with a Legend of Zelda orchestra playing a montage of Zelda themes. Overall, it was a great way to start the show. It was very entertaining and got everyone excited for the press conference. Turns out it wasn’t just for show as Shigeru Miyamoto announced that there would be a Zelda symphony tour in all regions of the world this fall. The tour is part of a celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Legend of Zelda series.

E3 2011: Microsoft Press Conference Impressions

Once again, Microsoft’s press conference kicked off E3 (Konami doesn’t count). The entire show can be summed up as sequels, remakes, and Kinect. Overall, I felt like the show was an improvement over their show last year, but it still felt underwhelming.

The show started with the showing of Modern Warfare 3. Almost immediately, the Xbox controller disconnected causing an interruption to the demo. I’ve never been a Call of Duty player, but I can at least respect the series. Too me, the game looks nice and should please the fans of the series. It didn’t do anything to convince me to get the game, but it appears to be the well made game with that action movie feel. I think it’s obvious it’s going to sell well.

Looks Like I'm Getting A Nintendo 3DS

Earlier this week I decided to go to Game Stop and preorder a Nintendo 3DS. Despite the fact I am a big Nintendo fan, I was actually very much undecided if I actually wanted to buy one right away. Ever since it was showed off at E3 I was ready to buy it day one. However, between then and now two big problems with the 3DS arose.

First off, the launch list for the 3DS is really weak. I still have no idea what game I’m going to get. Right now, I’m thinking of getting either Pilotwings Resort or Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition. If I’m feeling adventurous, I might buy Dead or Alive Dimensions or Samurai Warriors Chronicles. The only problem is that I’m not very good at fighting games. On the bright side, I do enjoy playing fighting games regardless.

Genericon XXIV Day 3 Recap

The final day of Genericon XXIV is finally recapped!

In this final edition, William makes a surprising video game purchase, obtains one last anime DVD, learns of bad video games, and goes face to face with Vic Mignogna himself!

Genericon XXIV Day 2 Recap

It's now time to recap the events of Day 2 of Genericon XXIV. Prepare for a long one.

Between Vic Mignogna, anime game shows, and surprising DVD purchases, this was easily the most memorable day of Genericon ever.

Genericon XXIV Day 1 Recap

It's that time of the year again!

Once again, William recaps his experiences at Genericon. Day one of Genericon XXIV presented many obstacles including Mario Party, bad anime, and the dreaded preregistration line. However, there were good experiences as well including surprisingly good anime and some nice DVD finds.

Mercury Laboratories - Test 6-3: Escape VI

It's stage three time! Test Subject 8.0 must walk alone on this lonely road to the path of victory. Will he be victorious and head to the final stage? Or will this rolling train fall off the tracks?

Mercury Laboratories - Test 6-2: Escape VI

Our two remaining test subjects take on the second stage! Will we see a double victory? Or will we see a double knockout? Or will we see a result that doesn't allow me to make a reference to the number two? Either way, prepare yourself as we reveal the most elaborate obstacle ever made in Mercury Laboratories history!

Mercury Laboratories - Test 6-1: Escape VI

The Mercury Laboratories returns once more to challenge five brave and very charming men to its many traps and perils. Will someone be able to get past the first stage this time around? Or will the first stage score another shut out?

Mercury Laboratories - Test 5-1: Escape V

This time around, four past test subjects return to take on the first stage. Will any of them survive the changes made? Or will they all just burn out?