HG writes: "Tetris is easily one of the most fundamentally important and recognized puzzle games in videogame history. It comes as no surprise then, that the series is on virtually every console that comes out, and the 3DS is no exception. And yet, despite the addictive nature of Tetris, you have to wonder how people can keep buying new releases in the series if it's just the same old game using the same old formula. So how does one progress the gameplay of Tetris? What exactly is new in this version that differs from all the rest of the versions released in recent years?"
To capitalize on the fond memories and nostalgia of gamers and geeks, many artists in several genres have sampled classic games sound effects and themes.
SPC writes: "With hundreds of games released yearly and with the advent of digital games, there are now more games than ever, and it is so incredibly easy to have your game slip through the cracks and fade into obscurity. The latest edition of the popular Most Overlooked series of articles on SuperPhillip Central delves into five more underrated and overlooked gems on the Nintendo 3DS that failed to generate a high amount of attention, buzz, and/or sales... Will this list inspire you to check out a title you might not have been interested in? Let's find out!"
Buy.com have released their deal of the day for April 28th.
Today they are offering Metroid: Other M for the Nintendo Wii.
Though the majority of gamers, hated it. People wanted Nintendo's franchises to evolve, and M: Other M had voice overs, FMV's, nice looking visuals, and a story to boot. The basic case of: "You're damned if you do, and you're damned if you don't", scenario.
Luckily the title was a successful, and went on to selling a million units.
I loved that game... I wish they'd make more like it... or maybe a 2-D metroid at least...
but they probably won't... well, guess we'll have to wait and see what happens with the Wii U.
