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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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Gamemonger Rumour Mill

January 4th 2008 04:16
A new Xbox? Skype on PSP? A new DS? None of it is fact, so let's just say 'what if?' and take at look at the last rumours ...

What if #1: BIll Gates announces a new Xbox 360 edition at CES 2008.

This one's floating around a fair bit right now. Apparently, Bill Gates will confirm the Xbox 360 Ultimate this weekend at CES 2008. The specs will possibly include an internal HD-DVD drive, 320GB hard drive, 1080p HDMI output, built-in Wi-Fi, hi-def audio output, cooler 65nm hardware architecture and an update silent fan.

Is it fact? No. Not yet at least. We'll soon know once the weekend roles past, but I'm holding my breath. At the right price, the above system would be an extremely tempting purchase.


What if #2: Skype coming to PSP

Another possible announcement at CES could come from the Sony corner, with the PSP ready to integrate the Skype service.

Is it fact? Almost. Again, nothing official has been made, but the weekend will reveal all. Having said that, as PALGN revealed, the Sony CES website has been updated with the above info attached. Certainly an interesting feature, but shouldn't they be concentrating on games? I mean, Skype's great and all, but the PSP is a gaming console first and foremost. Meh.

What if #3: A new DS in 2008

Reggie, the main man at Nintendo US HQ, revealed recently the possibility of DS downloads straight from the Wii Wi-Fi service. The question is, how will you download them to DS? It surely won't be the current 'download a demo and once you turn the console off, it's gone' system, especially with the chance of new DS content and full titles as part of the program. So, hence the current rumour ... will there be a new DS edition confirmed, and will it feature an internal hard drive or flash memory of some description?

Is it fact? Hell no. The download service is a possibility, more when than if, but this doesn't mean a new DS will be winging its way to us any time soon. However, it's a possibility in the not too distant future. The DS Lite has been selling very strongly, and will continue to as long as the software support continues, so why mess with something that's working so well. If anything, a second update to the DS would wait in the wings until Nintendo considers it viable, possibly when sales start to cool down ... but that won't be for a while yet.
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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 - Buyers Guide

December 4th 2007 11:08
It's Part III, and this time I'm taking a look at the games that should be on your must by list. Most you'll know, but some you may be surprised to see...

Bioshock - I haven't chosen a game of the year as yet (I'll make that choice later), but this one's right up there. There's no multiplayer options, but unlike some experiences, you don't need that option here. It's imaginative, beautiful to watch and perfectly balanced. It's on PC and 360, and being a few months old, you might be able to pick this one up even cheaper than it's original RRP


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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


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The biggest week on the video game calendar?

November 4th 2007 19:59
November has just begun and, taking a look at this weeks release, you'd be forgiven for thinking Christmas has come early this year ... come to think of it, Christmas came last month. I mean, who buys decorations in October?

So anyway, we've got Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, The Simpsons game on just about every format imaginable, Guitar Hero III (which I'll be taking a closer look at later this week), Big Brain Academy on Nintendo Wii, The Lego Star Wars is complete (another game I'll be looking into for sure), and Pro Evo returns for 2008. Hell, even Dirty Dancing is getting a release this week


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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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