Ask what game I’ve played more than any other over the past year and the answer would have to be Peggle. As puzzle games go, the simple but addictive peg smashing gameplay makes a good first impression. 4 hours later, you’ll be addicted to the fast paced, but tactical game from Pop Cap-developers of the [...]
Continue reading...8. March 2010
On February 24, Greed Corp was released on XBLA, and was met with almost universal indifference. “Another hex-based strategy game?” Queried gamers? “No thanks.” It’s a shame that this attitude of indifference is well-warranted, as Greed Corp is nothing special.
Continue reading...25. February 2010
Neither a film nor a game, developers Quantic Dream have created an experience that manages to be mature, without losing its ability to tell a gripping story. Forget whether it’s a game or not, this is Heavy Rain and gaming conventions don’t apply.
Continue reading...25. February 2010
Nintendo have gone release date announcement crazy, announcing the first firm dates for 4 of the Wii’s major 2010 releases. First to arrive will be Monster Hunter Tri, which was also announced to be subscription free at today’s European Media Summit. The Japanese release saw gamers forking out a subscription fee to play online, but when [...]
Continue reading...3. February 2010
Last week of course saw the unveiling of Apple's latest 'must have' device: the iPad. The device has caused a division amongst those who have heard about it, with some hugely excited for the device, and others not seeing a reason for its existence. At Nukoda, we couldn't let such an important event pass without comment, and so included are some views of some of the writers for this website...
Continue reading...21. January 2010
Final Fantasy I and II will premiere on the iPhone and iPod touch, according to Square Enix’s Facebook page today. No other details, including price or a release window were provided in the announcement, but a few screens were posted on the page. The timeless “Fight, Magic, Defend, Item, Run” command menu has been replaced with a more [...]
Continue reading...19. January 2010
Hair is very frequently ignored when it comes to its effectiveness in battle, few videogame heroes and heroines utilising what is a very versatile substance when fighting enemies. Bayonetta changes things, and while some aspects of her ‘personality’ have been enhanced considerably more than is usually seen in games, she uses her hair in the [...]
Continue reading...12. January 2010
As a game that takes heavy inspiration from videogame greats like Zelda and God of War, it was always going to be a challenge to stand out from the crowd. Darksiders does this however, and whether you fondly remember classics you’ve played in the past or wish you were playing those games instead, this may [...]
Continue reading...25. December 2009
Dear all, Hopefully Christmas (and other holidays for those of various faiths) has been good to all of you Nukoda readers out there - Feel free to share your excitements and disappointments in the comments and remember the people that got you those sweet things. After all, no one can afford all the great games coming out [...]
Continue reading...22. December 2009
Games based on films and films based on games are often abominations. This bad reputation forms from a slew of half-baked games manufactured in an attempt to cash in on the relative success of a movie. For films, on the other hand, Uwe Boll takes the award for most damage dealt to the game film industry, the great director who [...]
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15. March 2010
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