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What Valve’s New Console Means for Gamers
It’s been known for a while that Valve has been building its own PC system, designed for playing Steam games at optimal quality. However, what...
by Sara Swanson 12 years ago12 years ago

It’s been known for a while that Valve has been building its own PC system, designed for playing Steam games at optimal quality. However, what no one knew was whether this PC kit was intended just for the company, for developers, or for a large-scale project. Well, we finally have our answer: Valve’s pre-built gaming...
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Most Innovative Game Consoles
If video games were better, and a carton of Spirits wasn’t so expensive I’d probably relapse, buy a pack and smoke them in the igloo...
by Chris Le'John 12 years ago12 years ago
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Sad Truth About PC Gaming
Before anyone leaves a raging comment about either consoles or PCs, take a second to read the article. This isn’t to bash either of you,...
by Sara Swanson 13 years ago13 years ago
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5 Strategies That Make Pay-to-Play Work
There are plenty of games that tote themselves as free, then try to sell you things throughout the game. Although it was once a huge...
by Sara Swanson 13 years ago13 years ago
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Could the Ouya Beat the XBOX360 and PS3?
The Ouya didn’t become famous for its slick design or mediocre specs—it was the huge Kickstarter funding success that did it. It has exceeded its...
by Sara Swanson 13 years ago13 years ago
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Is This the Golden Age of Gaming?
As the next generation of consoles is still under construction, now is a good time to take a look back on the history of gaming...
by Sara Swanson 13 years ago13 years ago
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The Hidden Way DLC Expands the Industry
I am probably with the majority when I say that the most recent onslaught of paid downloadable content has a negative impact on the games...
by Sara Swanson 13 years ago13 years ago
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The Wii U Will Be the Best Next-Gen Console
After watching the Nintendo Direct Wii U Preview Event, it’s safe to say that Nintendo is on top of their game. Admittedly, I was skeptical...
by Alan Robinson 13 years ago13 years ago
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DLC Console Exclusives Hurt Everyone
It’s no mystery why gamers dislike paid DLC—companies have a habit of developing them before even launching the game and have fans pay extra to...
by Sara Swanson 12 years ago12 years ago
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Why This Generation of Consoles Is Not Dead Yet
The Wii U marked the introduction of of the next generation of gaming consoles, so-to-speak, meaning that the future is now upon us and that...
by Dave Walsh 12 years ago12 years ago