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What is the best video game ever made?

May 7th 2008 03:40
My previous post regarding GTA made me think far too much regarding what the world considers to be THE best video game of all time. So I'm going to throw the doors open to the Orble community and ask that very same question to you, thy faithful readership, to find out once and for all...


WHAT IS THE BEST VIDEO GAME EVER MADE?

To begin with, we shall create a top 50 (or thereabouts) from all your nominations. A maximum of three games per reader can be nominated, and if someone has already mentioned one of your titles, you're welcome to mention it again, but just remember that the game in question need only be nominated once to be included in the ballot.


Once all nominations are taken, the vote begins (within a new post, of course) and a winner discovered. You can only vote for one game, but you're more than welcome to explain why you wish to vote for it. Makes for good readin', that, eh?

Nominations will take place over the next three days, until this saturday evening (Australian EST), so get thinking, be thoughtful, and let your voice be heard. Keep in mind, this isn't just a little post i'm throwing together to increase readership (honest), I'm greatly interested to hear the views of the Orble community on the industry I love so dearly, so don't be afraid to just jump in, post once, and never read my column again. It won't hurt me, really. Besides ... I'm Iron Man! ... in my head, at least.
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Posted By: Mark Isaacson - Category: PC Gaming, PS2, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PSP, DS, MMOGs
   


Calling all Gamers

December 13th 2007 10:34
Gamemonger is on the look out for some new team members, specifically those who want their thoughts on the gaming industry to be heard. You need a little writing experience, obviously, and a passion for all forms of gaming ... hell even monopoly, if you're so inclined.

Now remember, this little site isn't about gaming reviews, but it IS all about opinions. There's plenty of ideas that I'd like to explore, but I can't do it all by my lonesome, hence I'm calling out for a little help.

Now generally, this is a volunteer only system, I can't guarantee any funds from the site and my hip pocket is stretched to the max as it is. But I might be able to scrounge around and find a kit kat or something, if you're good.


So if anyone's interested in joining the one man band and becoming a world wide sensation ... or something like that ... then please post your thoughts here with a little perspective on your experience (don't panic, even if it's just many, many hours behind a control pad, that's enough for me) and I'll get back to you ... as soon as these new Halo map packs download...
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Christmas Gaming Ideas - Part II

November 28th 2007 11:30
Time for some more Christmas gaming ideas, what with December only a few days away. Can't leave it too late, can we...

Trade & Save - It may seem like an unusual idea, but it could save you a few hard earned dollars. Have a close look at your old games or, dare I say it, your kids old games, and ask the important questions. Do you still need them? Do you still play them? If the answer is no to both, then what better way to improve your chances of playing Call of Duty 4 or Need for Speed Pro Street this holiday season than trading in your old titles towards them.

You've got a few options, though, so don't go rushing. EBGames will get you some way towards it, as will GAME. But consider an alternative or two. If you're yet to hear of them, Gametraders is a good place to start. These guys sell everything you can think of, new and old, NES to Wii and more. Better yet, you can trade in your really old and rare titles for fair prices, something you can't do at your regular game store.

And then there's JB Hi-Fi, who recently joined in the trade-in hype. Here's the cool thing, you can trade in towards anything in the store. So if you're tired of gaming, why not trade towards the latest Stargate DVD collection. Cool, huh? What's better, the second hand prices are far nicer to the hip pocket than EB, so if you're looking for a cheaper way to pick up a Wii, 360 or PS2 title, JB's a good place to look.

Platinum Titles - For all the recent releases, there's an absolute ton of classics out there that shouldn't be left out of your collection. Whether it be PS2, Xbox, GBA or PC, there's plenty of great content to get your teeth into, and at a far cheaper price. Remember, cheap doesn't mean bad. It all depends on what you're interested in and what you've already played. If you're new to gaming, don't let the older graphics design of, say, Diablo II or Advance Wars cramp your style. If anything, they're as good if not better than much of this years releases. Think of them as stocking fillers ... but if you're getting it for someone else, better make sure they haven't played it in secret when they should have been studying.

Sales, Sales, Sales - Ok, so you don't have anything to trade and you want to spend some time on Assassin's Creed. Well, you're next best idea is the obvious one ... shop around. Don't get all lazy and spend the full retail price at EB for a game that you can easily get for $20 less at another location. Your best bets are JB (of course) and Big W, but as it's the season to be jolly, you might get lucky at Kmart, Myer, EB and GAME. Just always be on the lookout for those catalogues.

And don't forget online either. Stores have a habit of running out of stock just when you need it, so if you can't find what you're looking for, check out JB Online, DVD Crave and, hell why not, EBay.
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Answering the call: Ghostbusters Return

November 16th 2007 08:07
Well it's about time, that's all I can say. The Ghostbusters, an 80's classic that defined my very existence as a child, are returning ... to the game screen, no less.

The real sequel has been on again and off again so many times over the years, it's actually a little surprising that this has finally come about. Vivendi and Sony will publish the game across just about every major platform, with two teams working on two versions. Terminal Reality will work on the 360, PS3 and PC editions, while Red Fly Studio have been handed the task of bringing a more family oriented version to Wii, DS and PS2


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Guitar Hero vs Rock Band Round 1

October 29th 2007 10:32
It's arguably one of the more interesting up and coming contests in the gaming industry. Guitar Hero, now a long standing and successful music franchise entering a new age in more ways then one, and Rock Band, which aims to take everything learnt from the GH series and turn it upside down.
Over the coming months, between the release Guitar Hero III next week (woot!) and Rock Band early next year (not so woot, impatient as I am), I'm goning take a wonder through some of the more interesting aspects of this slowly brewing rivalry for gamers wallets, and to find out once and for all who is the true king of the plastic musical instrument wars...

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Gamemonger Returns

October 25th 2007 10:10
That's right folks. Gamemonger has returned. Don't fret, there's no giant shift in focus here, this is all about the biggest news the industry can throw at its audience, among a few other bits and pieces added for good measure. So sit back, relax, and enjoy reading Gamemonger. And a shout out to the sites former owner, wherever you are buddy ...
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