Review: GoldenEye 007 (Wii)

Posted on November 16, 2010 by geelw

Platform: Nintendo Wii

Developer: Eurocom

Publisher: Activision

# of Players: 1 (2 – 8 online)

ESRB Rating: T (Teen)

Score: A-

In my opinion, Eurocom’s stellar reboot of the classic N64 game GoldenEye not only surpasses the original in terms of overall presentation, it’s one of the best Wii shooters to date. As I’m NOT one of those folks nostalgically joined at the hip to Rare’s original (and brilliant) game, I can tell it to you straight as a gamer who understands the difference between a a mere rip-off and a true relaunch. As the back of the box says: “GoldenEye is Back – Grab Your Friends” – that’s all some of you need to know. This revival of the classic FPS brings both the story as well as James Bond into the current era and it’s important to look at the game in this manner, NOT as an attempt to remake the original exactly as it was back in 1996. You’re getting not only one of the best-looking games on the Wii, but one with an extremely customizable control layout, fantastic online play and a solid, lengthy campaign that can be played a few different ways depending on the difficulty level selected. Continue reading →

Review: Sonic Colors (Wii)

Posted on November 16, 2010 by geelw

Platform: Nintendo Wii

Developer: Sonic Team

Publisher: Sega

# of Players: 1-2

ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)

Official Site

Score: A

Despite its higher powered (and priced) HD competition, The Wii has had some of the more interesting (and fun) 3D Sonic the Hedgehog games over the past few years. Sonic Colors blows away all of these other games combined and in my opinion, even gives Mario a run for his money in terms of accessibility, challenge and replay value. From the amazing, super colorful visuals and excellent sense of speed to the ridiculous amount of well-hidden secrets, this one’s a Sonic fan’s dream come true as well as one of the best Wii games of 2010. There’s a ton of game here thanks to a lengthy single player mode as well as some very tricky co-op action that requires pinpoint accuracy and timing for success. Continue reading →

Disney Epic Mickey Intro (Complete Version)

Posted on November 13, 2010 by geelw

If this doesn’t get you completely psyched for the game, you’re clearly in need of a pop culture injection, a glass of nostalgia juice and a brand new funny bone. I’d say this one’s even worth buying a Wii for if you still haven’t made the plunge…

Lost in the Shadow Video Dev Diary 3

Posted on November 11, 2010 by geelw

BUSY WEEK, what with A few Bonds, COD and a bunch of other titles eating my free time. Nevertheless, something new so you know I’m not dead. This latest LOD video diary touches a little more into the innovative gameplay in the upcoming Wii title. This one is definitely looking to be one of the more memorable game experiences coming your way in 2011…

Disney Epic Mickey Behind the Scenes Video: Oh, The Places You’ll Go…

Posted on November 9, 2010 by geelw

Here’s another Epic Mickey video, this time showing off the twisted take on Disneyland found in the upcoming Wii exclusive.

Sonic Colors Skates Into Bryant Park Tomorrow

Posted on November 3, 2010 by geelw

So, what are you doing tomorrow evening? Well, SEGA wants you to go ice skating in New York's Bryant Park and play Sonic Colors before it hits stores November 16th. Er, no… you won't be skating and playing the game at the same time.

Press release below the jump.

Goldeneye 007 Launch Trailer

Posted on November 1, 2010 by geelw

It’s here. BUY it. PERIOD. Seriously. Single or multiplayer, this is the Bond game you’re going to be playing for a long time. Blood Stone rocks as well on the PS3 and 360, but Wii-only owners now have a remake that to me, surpasses the original in every way.

Disney Epic Mickey Behind the Scenes Video: Characters!

Posted on October 28, 2010 by geelw

Artistically, Junction Point is right on the money, as you’ll see in this great Epic Mickey video preview. The Wii has a surefire winner this holiday season, that’s for sure…

GameStop’s Call of Duty: Black Ops Surprize Attack Sweepstakes Still Going Strong…

Posted on October 26, 2010 by geelw

With the November 9th release date around the corner, there's still time to pre-order the game and enter GameStop's Call of Duty: Black Ops Surprize Attack sweepstakes where there's some really sweet gear to win including game systems, vehicles (as in a Jeep, Harley or other real-world ride), game consoles and much more. a prize every 24 hours is revealed, so yup, you might just want to boogie on over to that link above. More details below the jump, of course.

TRON: Evolution Battle Grids Gameplay Trailer

Posted on October 24, 2010 by geelw

While the Wii version of TRON: Evolution has a more cartoon-like look to its customizable character models, the multi-player focus should help this one garner it’s own share of fans (provided the gameplay is as solid and addictive as this brief glimpse shows). I guess we shall see come December 7, 2010…