Happy With Quantum Break’s Dual Platform Move?
News that Quantum Break is moving to PC instead of being a pure Xbox One exclusive title has got some people a little bit upset. But Todd, a longtime Xbox fan, doesn’t see the problem. Letting more people play a good game is not a bad thing, and the cross-buy status means that if you get the game for the Xbox, that you also own a copy for Windows. Pretty sweet deal, right?
Aliens Return: Loving XCOM 2
The evil aliens are back in XCOM 2, a game that follows the 2012 reboot of the classic 1994 tactical battle title. Aliens are even tougher this time, and have solid control over Earth, making battles and strategic decisions much more difficult for XCOM teams.
Joining the PC Elitists
PC gaming and games are making a big comeback, with many exclusive titles like the pending XCOM 2. So Todd is giving PC gaming another try, with an economical system that might just suit his needs. In other news, he also predicts the winner of the Superbowl this week using Madden. Panthers or Broncos?
Can Gamers Enjoy VR on a Budget?
Like many of us, Todd has been waiting it seems for a great virtual reality system forever. Now that Oculus Rift is close to release, we find a rather non-virtual factor to bring it home: a huge price tag. Is VR’s price going to keep it virtual for most gamers?
Hello To Action With Halo 5: Guardians
We finally get to see what a Halo game created from scratch for the Xbox One looks like with Halo 5: Guardians. And the look is quite good, especially for fans who were disappointed with some previous Halo outings.
Todd’s Game of the Year Special Recognitions
Todd is back with the second part of his personal 2015 video game honors. Who will win the coveted badass of the year award, the best developer of 2015, and which company made the smartest move in the industry? All hail the winners this week!
Todd’s Best and Worst Games of 2015
It’s the tail end of 2015, and that means it’s time for Todd to count down the best and worst games of the year, totally according to him. Come see where Todd ranks the best and the worst that video games had to offer this year, and see how close he gets to your personal list.
More Backwards Console Compatibility, Less Backwards Thinking
Having backwards compatibility on the Xbox One for many 360 games is something that quite a few gamers enjoy. But Sony is digging in and not allowing the same level of usability with the PlayStation 4, unless you want to pay PlayStation Now prices. Not exactly fair or equal treatment?
Alternatives To (or at least distractions from) Fallout 4
Desperate to play something this holiday season other than Fallout 4? Even vault dwellers sometimes need to come up for air. Todd picks a few choice games that might make for a bit of a distraction.
Following up on Finishing Up Fallout 4
Todd finishes the main story of Fallout 4 in 53 hours of play. Not exactly a speed run, and he figures he still has 200 or more hours to invest in the game. Taking a quick pause for air, he reviews some of the interesting points as well as a few annoying quirks that the powerhouse title offered.