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LEGO Games can Draw Families Together
If you don't own a Nintendo system - and the if you don't and have a family, you should! - there are not a lot of titles that appeal to families. They are either to violent and graphic, or they are limited in what can be done locally. LEGO games continue to push against the current generation norm. Would it be hard for Travelers Tales to dump local multiplayer in favour of online multiplayer? Of course, but they haven't, and that means a lot to my family.

Were amiibo Cards a Bust?
When Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer launched alongside the new Animal Crossing amiibo cards, people were really excited. Based on my experiences going from retail store to retail store on launch day, stock was extremely limited. However, looking back, I'm beginning to wonder how popular these cards have become, or if rather, they are a forgotten thing of the past.

Dying Light: The FOllowing DLC Review
Dying Light came out and focused on running, climbing, and jumping. As you traversed the cityscapes and ran away - or towards - the undead, I never felt like I was being hampered in how I traversed the city. It worked, it was fun, and that was the point. Things are changing with the latest DLC, The Following. Gone is the city, gone is the running. It's all about the open fields surrounding the urban wasteland, and the coolest addition to Dying Light yet, your buggy.

More Thoughts From Me #7: Sony and Microsoft Have Seen Better Days
I use to be a fan of Sony and Microsoft. I liked the PS1-3 and I liked Xbox and 360. Recently though, I’ve become a Nintendo only gamer. What happened? Why did I give up on Sony and Microsoft? Let me tell you about it. Once upon a time, I decided to get a Playstation 1 instead of a Nintendo 64. I loved Nintendo, but the PS1 seemed like the better system. I did get a Gamecube and a Wii,…

@OMGitsJezy Unboxes FusionA Pro Controller Xbox One
Because I've been away on vacation, and because we've hit a snag trying to incorporate a video player on the site in a good way, it has been a while since we've promoted a video from @OMGitsJezy. However, that is changing, now. Below is a video unboxing and initial review of the PowerA Fusion Pro for Xbox One.

Fire Emblem Fates Is Out Today For the 3DS
Fire Emblem Fates came out today for the 3DS. Want to know more about the game(s) before buying them? Check out this article! Fire Emblem Fates Birthright and Conquest came out for the 3DS today. You can buy them on the 3DS eshop or at stores! Here’s some more information via a Nintendo press release: ” For the first time in the beloved Fire Emblem series, you can play through different adventures with unique storylines and characters in the …

Hitman PS4 Beta Review
The Hitman PS4 beta launched over Valentine Day’s weekend, allowing some lucky gamers the opportunity to get an idea of the gameplay that will be featured in the new title, due for release March 11. The sixth entry in the highly popular stealth game series features our favorite protagonist, Agent 47, and serves as a prequel to the prior games (with the exemption of the events being after the gameplay of Absolution). The developers IO Interactive released a statement early on promising fans their intention to make the new release much more open and free roam. The game was even pushed from its initial release date of December 8th of last year so that they would have more time to add and perfect their content.

Gambling and Gaming: The Golden Saucer and Beyond
Gambling and Gaming: The Golden Saucer and Beyond

Survival Games Never Get Old
In my personal opinion, survival games never really get old because each developer does something a little bit different. ARK has dinosaurs, Don't Starve is just crazy, and the upcoming The Flame in the Flood incorporates potentially deadly river travel with island exploration.

Time to Create a Nintendo Account!
If you have a free minute or two, you should head over to accounts.Nintendo.com and set up your new Nintendo Account. This account will link all Nintendo purchases together in once place. across mobile, 3DS, and Wii U. The process is very quick and easy to figure out; consumers can register via their Nintendo Network ID, Twitter, Facebook, or Google+. Additionally, you can link all of your accounts in one place, although this is not required.