Author: Todd Hargosh

Todd's columns have appeared in many publications such as GamePro, Electronic Gaming Monthly, PC Gamer, and Electronic Games. Todd is a founding member of GiN and speaks from an "old school" gamer's perspective. Embracing the notions of all classic gaming, game soundtracks, and the original "hardcore style," he also shuns the trends he feels are ruining the game industry, such as the embracement of 3D, the over-saturation of MMOs, and misleading game advertising.

I’ve Missed You, Wii U

Todd is regretting selling his Wii U this week now that the console is racking up some great exclusive titles like Baynotta 2 and Super Smash Bros. And the news that Street Fighter V will be a PlayStation exclusive means he may need a new PS4 too.

Not Thankful For Incomplete Games

While we have a lot of great games to celebrate this holiday season, Hargosh reminds everyone that quite a few titles lately have been launched in less than complete stages, putting a bit of a wet blanket over the fun.

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Achieves Shooting Glory

If you were disappointed with Ghosts, then Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare should help the series find redemption. This one makes CoD fun again, both in the stellar single player campaign and with option-filled multiplayer.

Dancing To A Different Tune

Although he appreciates a great videogame soundtrack, Todd tends to play his own music in games, and he thinks his characters sometimes even appreciate the effort. What music do you listen to when gaming?

Civilization: Beyond Earth Opens New Horizons

As before, you may find out that the most dangerous things on the planet are not the aliens, but your fellow humans who came along with you. Expect to be spied on, have your secrets stolen, and probably stabbed in the back at least once.

Missing Alpha Centauri? Firaxis got around those pesky licensing issues with the release of Civilization: Beyond Earth, which challenges players to build a new civilization on an alien world. Are you ready for liftoff?

Games That Scare Me

The ghosts and goblins are starting to crawl out of their layers, and if you are like many gamers, you are looking for some games that scare, ones that can really make your skin crawl. Todd has some suggestions, if you dare.

Running In Idle With Driveclub

It seemed like a great thing, giving PlayStation Plus gamers a version of the exclusive racer Driveclub for free on the PlayStation 4 in October. But massive problems with the paid version of the game have left the free players spinning their wheels.

It’s Just Not My Destiny

Not every game is for everyone, and Todd proves it this week by dumping Destiny. At least he tried, putting in hours and hours of gameplay. But it was just not meant to be.

Happy Birthday, Mr. Sega Dreamcast

Todd wants to wish one of his favorite consoles a very happy 15th birthday: The Sega Dreamcast. He even bought an old unit and threw a little Dreamcast party, though the memories of what happened to it and what could have been are bittersweet.

Sniper Elite III Takes It’s Shot

Sniper Elite III Takes It’s Shot in our review of this combination simulation and shooter set in World War II. You better be ready for some graphic shots too, as the game pulls no punches.