Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker (HD) Wii U

Back when Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker was first revealed for the Gamecube it led to a lot of people feeling disappointed. Nintendo originally talked about and showed a much more realistic Legend of Zelda game for the Gamecube to follow up the N64 smash hit that was Ocarina of Time. Of course what they got was Wind Waker, with its cell shaded graphics and very cartoonish style of art like you might find in a children's story book. It also got rid of the imagery of an adult Link as a master knight and savior of a kingdom and instead we got a very young Link who had to sail vast open seas on a talking boat.

Over the years, Wind Waker has not only become more accepted, it's become a fan favorite.Now with the Wii U in its infancy, Nintendo has given Wind Waker the HD re-release treatment.Unlike many classic games that have been re-released on the PS3 and XB360, Wind Waker wasn't just upscaled but also has had a lot of polish added to the already timeless cell shaded artwork. In addition, some new features were added to keep the game feeling more modern and to fully utilize the Wii U Gamepad.
Story-wise it is still the same game and nothing really plays out any differently from the original. The only point that has really changed is that infamous Triforce hunt that comes towards the end of the title has been minimized in order to allow for a less tedious journey around the oceans. This leaves a lot more time and room for the other side quests; many of which already have a good number of steps as well. Nothing new was really added- no extra dungeons or bonus quests; but in my opinion Wind Waker doesn't really need anything like that.

Graphically the game feels the same but there are some big differences once you pay attention. I'm personally glad that they worked at making the game feel the same at first glance but also polished it up enough to make a difference. The characters and lines pop more- feeling much more solid- but still retain their cell shaded look. Though they are much more smooth you can still see their original polygonal composition. Of course it is in widescreen (1080p) and fills your entire screen as any full HD game would making the world feel that much more vibrant and large. A lot of work was done to increase the "bloom" of the lighting; aka making the sun and sparkle much heavier, creating more of an "island" feeling. You can also remove the button prompts and UI from the TV screen to allow for a much more cinematic experience; long-time fans of the game will probably enjoy that the most.
The gameplay isn't much different either but you get some added features thanks to the Wii U Gamepad. You can now aim weapons using the motion control of the Gamepad and your entire inventory is displayed on the screen so you can manage it on the fly instead of pausing. The motion control for aiming your arrows and boomerang takes some getting use, but as I adapted I found myself using it without thinking. The inventory being displayed on the Gamepad screen is a great feature and is what allows for you to remove the UI on your main screen. It also has tabs to look at your world and dungeon maps and one for your MiiVerse social integration. Later in the game, you can get an item that can speed up and make sailing easier- this is a welcome option to add. Everything else about Wind Waker plays just like the original, as it should.

The MiiVerse integration is a really nice feature and different from other games so far since it actually plays off the theme of Wind Waker, a vast explorable ocean with islands. Now you can use something called a Tingle Bottle and the camera (PictoBox) that was available in the original to send out messages in the bottle with a picture included if you so desire. These bottles then float around in the ocean and appear in other people's games and of course you'll find ones in your game as well. It is a cute feature and I enjoyed finding a bottle on the beach of whatever island I'm on with some picture of someone's journey through the game. As an added bonus the new PictoBox can take self portraits with Link able to make several expressions, allowing for fun narratives to be made when coming up against a boss or just a good part of the story.

Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD is a great re-release of a classic Gamecube title. It keeps the original intact while adding new features and a very well done new coat of paint. The game still has plenty to do just as it did originally and is just as enjoyable as it was when it first came out. Plus it still has one of the best soundtracks from any Legend of Zelda game. It is a perfect Wii U game for a fan of the original or someone looking to try Wind Waker for the first time.As a special release and with such work done it, it is priced a bit higher than most HD re-releases at $49.99, but it is worth every penny.

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Battlefield 4 Review

Well, well, well, looks like the fall season is finally here. That means we're reaching the point of the year when the gaming industry releases their biggest games. Of course we have the (now yearly) Call of Duty franchise, along with the new Assassin's Creed, Pokemon and of course Grand Theft Auto. As excited as I was to play all of these, all of my hype was saved for Battlefield 4. Does EA's latest installment in this warzone shooter satisfy?

Before I delve into the massive multiplayer feature this game's known for, I have to bring up its campaign section. It's no secret that Battlefield 3's singleplayer portion was just downright uninspired, and at times not very engaging, let alone fun. With Battlefield 4, sadly, it's the same broken record.

You're playing as Recker and his squad throughout the cinematic experience. You'll have betrayals, conspiracies and enough explosions along the way that Michael Bay might lose his job. DICE really tries to connect you with the characters but most of the cliché war shooter moments pull you right back out. It rarely breaks any new ground and often times I began rolling my eyes at some of the caffeine inspired dialogue.

If you don't even set foot into the story mode you wouldn't be missing anything. Unfortunately, the version I played (Xbox 360) the game would constantly corrupt my save file in the campaign. This means I had to restart all of my progress. Granted, the singleplayer portion only clocks in at about four hours but playing through the same messy experience was a very bleak punishment. Eventually, my problems were solved by just saving my progress on Xbox Live's cloud feature. If I didn't have a subscription to Xbox Live and access to the internet on my console, I would've been out of luck.
It's obvious that you aren't going to be focusing on the story mode with a title like Battlefield 4. The real meat and potatoes you're looking for is the Multiplayer section. Is it any good? I'm confident that this is one of the best Multiplayer experiences in all of gaming, PC included. I've haven't had this much fun in an online shooter in quite some time and the revisions DICE made from Battlefield 3 makes the experience that much smoother.

Multiplayer is loaded to the brim with unlocks, customization options and even the Commander mode from Battlefield 2 makes its triumphant return. There's so much to do here just in the menus that you'll almost feel overwhelmed. That's actually a positive thing for a game nowadays, and this one is busting with content just waiting for you to unlock. Needless to say, you'll have plenty of stuff to keep you busy.

In terms of actual gameplay, it plays very similarly to 2011′s Battlefield 3. With various refinements to classes, everything seems to be perfected this time around. Take for instance the Recon class; they can now zero in their sights on their scopes to allow them to more accurately aim their shots. Of course it's Battlefield so there are plenty of vehicles to play around in. There's an emphasis on water-based maps in Battlefield 4, so there are plenty of new watercraft machines of destruction to partake of.

Admittedly, the game does suffer sometimes visually. A majority of your playtime you'll be washed with graphical prowess but every so often there will be a hideous texture as well. Granted, I did play on a current system (Xbox 360) and I have had hands-on time with the next-gen version of the game and the differences are night and day. If you plan on getting either the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, I highly advise you to skip out on this current-gen version of the game. You'll have 64 player matches, and PC like performance with the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 copies.
Even though the campaign was entirely forgettable at best and grueling at its worst, the multiplayer easily made me forget about my terrible campaign experiences. The Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions of the game seem to be the ugly ducklings of Battlefield 4, and almost beg you to just wait for the next-generation versions of the game. In my opinion, if you don't plan on getting either one of those consoles then sure, pick up Battlefield 4. There's still plenty of fun to be had with this title, at least when it comes to multiplayer.

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The Wrath Of Nemesis, Resident Evil 3

"STARS..." once you hear that scary evil low voice, you know he's coming to get you for sure. He is always constantly following you through the whole course of the game making your life as miserable as possible.

He is a tough enemy to beat, he runs faster than you, a lot stronger and has a rocket launcher to top it all off. You can knock him out after a couple of handgun magazines, roughly about 40 bullets. Though you may riddle him with bullets, he gets back up after the first knock out and tries a last resort to kill you using his 1-hit kill desolating move. He will bleed purple blood indicating that he is truly dealt with.

Luckily if you defeat him after he gets up, he drops an item but this can only happen in hard mode. The items he drops are gun parts and first aid boxes containing 3 first aid sprays. The first encounter with him in hard mode, for most of us who played it, is the hardest one. Why you ask? At that point of the game you only have a knife, a handgun and a shotgun. The ammunition is limited so when you decide to take him out of commission, make sure you've got enough bullets to deal with him.
Fortunately the game has a lot of guns to offer and each one has it's own advantages. The strongest that you can acquire during the early and middle part of the game is the Magnum that holds 6 powerful bullets and the Grenade Launcher being loaded with freeze rounds. Most people use the Grenade Launcher freeze round combo because it does a lot of damage to him while partially slowing his movement.

At some parts of the game, he has a rocket launcher that he carries around and after using all the rockets that was inside the launcher, the launcher explodes causing damage to Nemesis himself. Jill Valentine, the main character, doesn't just rely on guns, she has the ability to dodge attacks by pressing the right button during an attack on her and she has the ability to create bullets from the 2 gunpowder type the game has.

If you thought that Nemesis was tough already, he then mutates at a certain point in the game where he can use his tentacles as a whip to lash and latch onto you to throw you around. Due to his mutation, he gains more health becomes a lot tougher than usual taking more hits than the previous one did. His name truly suits him for he is the Nemesis of Resident Evil 3. Whether he is a pain in the neck to deal with, he makes the game worthwhile and challenging that you want to play the game over and over again.

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Five Innovative Ways to Deal With Unwanted Video Games

If you are an avid gamer, no doubt you have dozens of video games lying around your home. Unfortunately, excessive piles of games can take up way too much room and significantly increase the amount of time you need to allocate to dusting. But don't panic because there are several things you can do to reduce the number of unwanted games in your home-and that doesn't include throwing them in the trash can. So how can you deal with unwanted games?

1. Sell Online

One way to get rid of games you no longer play is to sell them online. You can list them on eBay, Craig's List, Gumtree, or any other auction site you frequent. The only downside to this method of disposing of your unwanted games is that you won't make much money from the sale. Second hand games typically don't make much when they are sold online unless they are nearly new.

2. Swap with Friends

It's good to share, which is why swapping video games with your friends is a fun way of reducing the number of old video games in your possession. Instead of hoarding old games, you can swap them for new ones you haven't played. For example, if you and your friend both buy a new game each, once you have played it, swap it. That way you can enjoy two new games for the price of one.

3. Trade Online

Video game trading is a useful way of disposing of your old video games. Trading games online is different to selling them online. Some websites give you credits when you trade video games with users whereas other websites let you direct swap games of the same value. Either way, you can enjoy access to hundreds of different games and get rid of those you no longer play at the same time. Yes, it's a winner all round.

4. Give Them to Charity

Are your games so old not even a nerdy gamer online will want them? If so, you could go down the philanthropic route and donate them to a local charity. Assuming there is a games console out there that can actually play them, someone, somewhere, will think Christmas has come early.

5. Bird Deterrent

If trading video games or selling them online is not an option, or your games are damaged and no longer playable, why not put them to good use in the garden? Video game discs are shiny, so if you string a few together and hang them from posts in the middle of your vegetable patch, the birds will think twice about eating your seedlings. The more you use, the better, but make sure you don't mistakenly hand the latest copy of Call of Duty: Ghosts over to your dad because it won't work too well after spending a few days strung out in the garden.
Don't leave your old games lying around because it's a waste of space. Instead, try one of the above methods to create room for new games. Your games console will thank you.

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Why Bother Trading In Video Games?

Video games are enormous fun. After all, who doesn't love taking part in virtual combat when the only real danger you face is a repetitive strain injury caused by hours of intense wrist action. But buying endless video games for your console is an expensive business, especially if you have the latest PlayStation or Xbox. The newest releases on the charts are not cheap, which can be tough on the finances if you are struggling to pay the bills right now.

But there is an answer to your woes-all you have to do is trade in your old video games. Millions of people do this all the time and if it works for them it can work for you. There is a good market for second-hand video games and lots of people are happy to sell, trade, or swap their used games in return for a new or different one. So what are the top four reasons to give trading a try?

1. A Never Ending Supply of New Games

As we have already mentioned, new games cost money, which if you have none can be seriously disadvantageous to your well being - particularly if you have a teenage son whining in your ear. One way around this problem is to trade used video games for different ones. Some outlets offer points when games are traded. Points can be saved and used to buy a new game. Alternatively, games can be traded on peer to peer websites and if you trade two games of a similar value, it won't cost you a thing.

2. Create Extra Space

Video games can take up a lot of room, so getting rid of a few by trading them with like-minded people will free up space in your home. And once you have made some extra space, you can fill it with new games!

3. Earn Extra Cash

It is possible to earn cash by selling unwanted games. Newer games will generate more income, but even older ones are worth something on the second hand market. You have a choice of outlets if you want to trade: eBay, Amazon, Craigslist, Gumtree, plus various online and offline stores. Don't expect to make millions, but at the very least you will be able to earn a bit of extra cash.

4. Be Part of a Community

Trading video games with other enthusiasts is a fun way to make online friends and chat with people who love gaming as much as you do. Peer to peer trading websites are full of people who enjoy playing video games. If you are looking for an old game, you stand a good chance of finding it on a site such as this. And even if you don't, you're sure to find something you want to try, so dig out your unwanted games and swap them for something you do want to play.
Don't leave your old video games sitting on a shelf gathering dust. Instead trade them in and use the proceeds to buy new games. It's a no brainer really!

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Super Mario 3D World Review

Diverse, creative and fun

The game initially seems an ordinary Mario game. You walk from level to level via a world map, and after you beat the final boss in the castle, again opens up a new world. In terms of your work worlds first tune off the usual: you start in a grass landscape continues the madcap adventure in the desert, then slip straight back into the ice world. Super Mario 3D World contains fortunately some decent original worlds, of which the final Bowser Land is our favorite, but even calibrated grass landscape will surprise the seasoned Mario player with a selection of original levels.
The numerous playable levels are in fact very diverse, often very creatively and practically always fun to play. Exactly as we know from the Galaxy range. One moment you are caught up in a brilliant shade game filled with optical illusions, a moment later, you will work in a continuous one sprint with coins strewn trail off. The levels are all varied and really have a unique identity. Granted, there are a few less exciting levels in the game - for example, something brave rides on the back of a dragon Plessie - but the vast majority of climbing and scrambling courses are of great class.

Mario, Luigi, Toad and Peach... 

The multiplayer Super Mario 3D World contains the usual three characters - Mario, Luigi and Toad - a fourth hero. Or rather heroine. None other than Princess Peach is entering one of the playable characters. This time she is not even the princess in distress, but pulls them together with Mario, Luigi and Toad battle to liberate Bowser's hell grip.
That is partly because many items and power-ups that can be found in its levels - a portable and voracious piranha plant until the cherries item to duplicate your character immediately. Cat power-up is one of the most prominent additions and brings some new features with it. A feline Mario can new locations levels reached by climbing on walls or chop. By purple rocks around with his claws Naturally, the most perfect foes no match for the sharp cat claws.
Power-ups and items are not only very practical to complete a level, alive but are sometimes essential to collect all gather items. In most levels are three green stars to collect, some of which are often extremely well hidden. To find a star you must bite for example by an electrical barrier with a piranha plant or popping a well-disguised double wall with a gun headdress. Continuous vigilance, because the greens stars can be found everywhere. And the real collector, who wants them all obviously hauling.

Competitive character above cooperative mercy

Collecting stars offers an extra dimension when you play the game with more than one person. Stars deliver because quite a lot of points and that's exactly where the competitive and cooperative multiplayer mode about. Expect an intense battle stars and other valuable collectibles if you play Super Mario 3D World with one or more other players. Although you can choose to clean each other to work together and to award some opportunities, but practice shows that the competitive nature often prevails over the cooperative mercy.

Super Mario 3D World is an extremely accessible game. For example, some levels are only difficult when you're trying to collect. All collectible items Of course, the game also features plenty of spicy levels, which even the most experienced players have an uphill start. For the less talented players a chance of success to offer makes the white Tanooki power-up his re-entry. After a few unfortunate attempts this buoy will appear in the level and turns Mario into an almost immortal powerhouse. Picking up this item is of course entirely optional.

How do you play multiplayer, in most cases, fun is guaranteed. With emphasis on "in most cases". Some levels in Super Mario 3D World are less suitable because of the hectic multiplayer violence and soon degenerate into an unpleasant mess. That is partly because the camera is often the fastest and most brutal player follows, allowing the slower players and collectors careful not regularly come to pass. An annoying blemish on it so far so neat blazon of Super Mario 3D World.
If you are one of the slow players or collectors are careful in hectic outside the boat: do not worry. Even watching and listening to or for bacon and beans play the game has been a pleasurable experience. Super Mario 3D World is one beautifully crafted game, and harnessed the power of the Wii U outstanding. In addition, the colorful and uplifting images are often jazzed up with a brilliant selection of tunes and melodies. But regardless of the wealth of listening and viewing pleasure, it is above all the unbridled fun that this new Mario adventure gets top marks.

Conclusion

Super Mario 3D World is full of dynamic, creative and diverse levels that we just became the Galaxy games and knows how to implement it in the style of Super Mario 3D Land. Flawlessly The result is a fantastic platform game play out not only delicious, but also a delight for the eyes and ears. The multiplayer is called predominantly managed already to some sessions sometimes culminate in a charming little chaos.

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Top 10 Wii U Games You Should Consider As Holiday Gifts

Do you need some help choosing a Wii U for friends and family this holiday season? Here is your guide to selecting the games that really stand out on the Wii U. Most of these games can't be found elsewhere at all and a few have definitive versions on the Wii U. These are the top 10 games you should check out on the Wii U for the holiday season.

1. Super Mario 3D World

By far, the best reason to own a Wii U is to play Super Mario 3D World. Nintendo's EAD team is one of the most experienced and polished development studios in the entire industry. I'd go so far as to say they are the epitome of gaming developers. Their last two games released were Super Mario Galaxy 2 for Wii and Super Mario 3D Land for 3DS. So, which genre did they aim for in this first 3D Mario game for Wii U? The semi-fixed level direction of Super Mario 3D Land? Or the free-roam camera of Super Mario Galaxy 2? Honestly, it's a cross between the two. It has the platforming layout of Super Mario 3D Land but the levels are much more expansive and the graphics are absolutely stunning, like the art style of the Galaxy series.

2. Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD

Wind Waker was already a cult hit on the Gamecube and now it has only gotten better. There were a few hiccups in the GCN version that held some people back from fully enjoying the experience. Those, such as slow sailing and fetch quests, have now been improved upon so as not to slow down the flow and pace of the game. Plus, the graphics have received an entirely new lighting engine and HD resolution, which makes the cartoony art style come to life.

3. Pikmin 3

Pikmin 3 is the ideal version of what Shigeru Miyamoto had in mind when he created the Pikmin series. The much more powerful hardware allows you to see tremendous detail in your environments and to zoom out so you can micromanage multiple teams within one map. If you enjoy strategy games and Nintendo charm, Pikmin 3 is not a game you want to miss out on.

4. The Wonderful 101

Fans are divided about The Wonderful 101. So, will you enjoy it? Basically, it comes down to one question: are you a mainstream gamer or a hardcore gamer? If you are hardcore then you'll have a blast with TW101. It may turn out to be your favorite Wii U game. The Wonderful 101 doesn't like to hold your hand. It expects you to learn the ropes through experimentation and practice. It will challenge you. It will throw all sorts of mayhem at your screen. And if you can handle the extreme action then you are in for one heck of a ride.

5. ZombiU

How about another misunderstood game? If you're looking for another Call of Duty shooter that happens to star zombies, you've come to the wrong place. ZombiU is not a shooter. It's a survival horror game with incredible innovation. You'll be terrified as you ration your supplies, hold off zombies with a cricket bat, and run for your life. And, if you want a game that is a real showcase for your gamer friends of the kind of innovation the Wii U GamePad can bring to mature games, this will be the ace up your sleeve.

6. Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate

Ready to sink thousands of hours into a game together with your friends? Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate will give you the most bang for your buck as you go hour after hour, trying to chop off that monster tail so you can finally upgrade to the next level of armor. If you don't see daylight for a few months, don't blame it on me. I warned you.

7. Lego City Undercover

Lego City Undercover is a brilliantly fun and silly romp that will tickle your funny bone and have you laughing all the while. Not to mention, the game is pure, unadulterated fun through and through. Enjoy a GTA-like game that never takes itself too seriously but never lets up on the gas when it comes to gameplay.

8. New Super Mario Bros U / New Super Luigi U

This 2D Mario Bros experience is one of my favorite 2D Mario games in a long time. I've played through all of Nintendo's recent New Super Mario Bros games and this one rises above the rest. It is purely due to the incredible variety held within its levels/powerups and the challenge of getting all three star coins in each level.

9. Wii Party U

Remember Wii Sports? That was the game you showed your friends and family when you wanted to impress them with what motion controls could do for gaming. It was instantly understood intuitively by each person holding the Wiimote and soon had them laughing and playing along. Although Nintendo had hoped this would happen once again with NintendoLand, the game that finally succeeds is Wii Party U. There are tons of mini-games that will get your friends and family quickly up to speed about how much fun the Wii U could be.

10. Need for Speed Most Wanted U

Criterion used to make the Burnout series. Then they started working on Need for Speed. And here they have a game that feels almost like a combination of the two. With Need for Speed Most Wanted U, Criterion took the Xbox 360/PS3 version of the game and improved upon it tremendously both in visuals, extra modes, and controls. This is a great racing game for any Wii U owner to have, whether you like to play alone or with friends.

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