CheatCC writes: "Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords was originally released for the Nintendo DS and certainly was one of the surprise hits of 2007. It effortlessly and brilliantly melded typical, addictive puzzle gameplay with some really awesome, deep role-playing elements to create a gaming experience that was both innovative and fun. And, realizing that they were on to something, the developers quickly ported the title to every major video game system on the market, aside from Sony's PS3. And now, Puzzle Quest is back for another round of the series, this time set in a futuristic, sci-fi world and coming out for the DS, PSP, and Xbox 360 simultaneously. "
Hardcore Gamer: The Puzzle Quest games have been big hits in the digital era and have breathed new life into puzzle games by applying some RPG gameplay mechanics to the genre. Now, instead of spending $10 for the Galactrix and Challenge of the Warlords entries, you can get them both for only $1 each.
In this second of four parts, we discuss how games based purely on luck are little more than immoral cash cows for the people who produce them - and represent some of the worst design choices out there.
In this episode the guys talk about Quantum Conundrum, DayZ, Rainbow Moon, Heroes of Ruin, SCHAR: Blue Shield Alliance, Sushi Castle, About To Blow Up Part 1, Wushi, Grand Slam Tennis 2, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker HD, Puzzle Quest: Galactrix, some news and plenty more.
