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Comment on First Glance: Rock Band 3 Wireless Fender Mustang Pro Guitar Controller by gOLF oCaLa

gOLF oCaLa — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 01:17:06 +0000

I’ve used the earlier Rock Band trainers-I’m a novice- but for $125 this looks like it worth trying out

Comment on Aliens vs Predator: Resist the Lure of the Hive Mind! by Bruce

Bruce — Wed, 19 May 2010 18:14:16 +0000

[...] Having Fun with AvP (Xbox 360) At first, I wasn’t going to buy the game due to the crummy reviews. But the heck with the crowd – I love this franchise. I’m currently playing the Marine campaign and enjoying it very much – just like I’d enjoyed the original 1999 AvP. More later as I progress in the game, but don’t let the lukewarm reviews dissuade you – the game is fun. It might not be as refined as a Gears of War or MW2 or whatever, but if you’re a fan of the franchise, you’ll dig it. More here about my reaction to the reviews: Short, Controlled Bursts Blog Archive Aliens vs Predator: Resist the Lure of the Hive Mind! [...]

Comment on Aliens vs. Predator: the Marine Campaign Review by Hardcorhobbs

Hardcorhobbs — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:47:35 +0000

Unfortunately I prefer to play shooters in co-op with friends. Since AvP doesn’t have that capability I just can’t get into it. It’s the same reason I haven’t played Bioshock or Dead Space. Well that and the survival horror aspect… which from your description this seems to invoke. I’m sure I’ll try it out at some point, but with all the great releases first quarter this one falls to the wayside.

I’m TOTALLY on board with Aliens: Colonial Marines though. That sounds like EXACTLY the Aliens game I want to play

Comment on Aliens vs. Predator: the Marine Campaign Review by Having Fun with AvP (Xbox 360) - Aliens: Colonial Marines

Having Fun with AvP (Xbox 360) - Aliens: Colonial Marines — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:44:25 +0000

[...] My review of the Aliens vs. Predator Marine campaign: Short, Controlled Bursts Blog Archive Aliens vs. Predator: the Marine Campaign Review [...]

Comment on Aliens vs Predator: Resist the Lure of the Hive Mind! by Having Fun with AvP (Xbox 360) - Aliens: Colonial Marines

Having Fun with AvP (Xbox 360) - Aliens: Colonial Marines — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:36:18 +0000

[...] Having Fun with AvP (Xbox 360) At first, I wasn't going to buy the game due to the crummy reviews. But the heck with the crowd – I love this franchise. I'm currently playing the Marine campaign and enjoying it very much – just like I'd enjoyed the original 1999 AvP. More later as I progress in the game, but don't let the lukewarm reviews dissuade you – the game is fun. It might not be as refined as a Gears of War or MW2 or whatever, but if you're a fan of the franchise, you'll dig it. More here about my reaction to the reviews: Short, Controlled Bursts Blog Archive Aliens vs Predator: Resist the Lure of the Hive Mind! [...]

Comment on Aliens vs Predator: Resist the Lure of the Hive Mind! by Lance

Lance — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 21:00:57 +0000

Heh, yeah that was certainly part of my decision: “Wait – *I’m* one of the guys who’s supposed to be advocating this game!” Plus, I also want to wallet-vote “yes” and help show Sega that the fans are out here.

The long tail is that Gearbox is chugging away on Aliens: Colonial Marines, and I don’t think I’ve ever been more excited for a game. We need Sega to keep all the lights green! I was excited initially, but after experiencing Borderlands, how could I not be chomping at the bit for Randy Pitchford and Co’s take on the franchise?!?

Comment on Aliens vs Predator: Resist the Lure of the Hive Mind! by Ken Newquist

Ken Newquist — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:53:27 +0000

Yeah, it’s kind of a given that when your site is called “Short, Controlled Bursts”, you really REALLY need to get an AvP game.

Comment on Aliens vs Predator: Resist the Lure of the Hive Mind! by Hardcorhobbs

Hardcorhobbs — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:50:25 +0000

That’s the way to be Lance! I’ve played through many games critics hated and I loved. Though from what I’ve read a lot of the fans like it. Let me know how it is and maybe I’ll join you in the fight soon… that is just as soon as I get past a few of these game reviews…

Comment on Mass Effect 2: Class Consciousness by Lance

Lance — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:05:15 +0000

I ended up choosing Soldier. That’s what I played in the first game, so I figured keeping the same class would help keep me immersed in the story thread.

I am *really* enjoying this game!

Comment on Mass Effect 2: Class Consciousness by Hardcorhobbs

Hardcorhobbs — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:44:40 +0000

I went with infiltrator as I did with ME1. I generally play the sniper in FPS’s… and although ME1 was not one it was still the route I went. I loved it so there was no reason not to continue that route. When I hit ME2 I was surprised at how much closer to a FPS it was. That makes it all the sweeter when I pop someone in the head with my sniper rifle. 30 head-shot achievement? Unlocked in under 6 hours of gameplay!

I haven’t tried out the sneaky power as I’m a sit back and fire guy, not a sneaky guy. However after watching a class video the other night I’m eager to give it a try. The thought of setting up my teammates, then sneaking around the side creating the perfect ambush sounds like alot of fun!

Now if I could only find an upgrade that allows me to carry more sniper ammo…