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Gaming with the Moms #42: Refunds on Donut Holes

Nicole, Simone, and Stephen talk about the Firewatch controversy about getting refunds for short games. Stephen gives us the scoop on Toy Fair, and as always, we talk about what...Read More

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Rhianna Pratchett Wants More Writer Involvement in Game Development

Rhianna Pratchett, the lead writer on the recent Tomb Raider games gave a presentation at the DICE Summit about the importance of story and called for a greater role for...Read More

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Smite on Its Way to PS4

Massively multiplayer online battle arena game, Smite, will be hitting the PlayStation 4 according to the Official PlayStation Blog.Read More

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And the DICE Winners Are…

The DICE awards were handed out last night. DICE is kind of like the Oscars for games. The nominees are selected by members of the Academy of Interactive Arts and...Read More

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Final Fantasy Explorers Review

Over a decade ago Final Fantasy fans were presented with an odd spinoff. Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles used a much more action-oriented, real-time combat system. The big hook was allowing...Read More

5 Amazing Co-op Games to Play When You Want to Get Mad at Your Friends

One of the many amazing things about games is how they can bring people together. Working together to overcome challenges gives you a warm fuzzy feeling, and makes you believe...Read More

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Street Fighter V Review

Strip the game down and start fresh has been Capcom’s mantra for Street Fighter V. Capcom wants a game both veterans and new players can enjoy. At its core, Street...Read More

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Study Finds VR Could Help Treat Depression

A recent study from the University College London and ICREA-University of Barcelona has found that specific virtual reality simulations can reduce the amount of self-critical behavior and therefore help to treat...Read More

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Register for Miitomo and Scoop Up Some Points

Nintendo has announced that preregistration for Miitomo is now open. If you sign up now, you can get some My Nintendo points.Read More

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The 12 Best Indie Games at PAX South

We’re at a point now where each month has a gaming, comic, or tabletop convention to be excited about. PAX South is now in its second year and has a...Read More

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Crash Bandicoot May Be Returning

New York City has been invaded by toys of all kinds this week. A number of game-related toys have come to the surface beside the Barbie Dolls and Cabbage Patch...Read More

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Destiny Toys Are on the Way

Most of the major gaming franchises have a line of toys related to them. And it seems like Mega Bloks is the company scooping up all of the licenses. Destiny...Read More

Gaming With the Moms #41: I Don’t Know What a Butterfly Is

Nicole, Simone, and Linda are joined by a new regular participant, Stephen Duetzmann, a dad of three and editor-in-chief of the awesome website Engaged Family Gaming. As always, we talk about the news....Read More

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Surviving Nature in The Flame in the Flood

Eleven days. That’s how long I could survive on my own. Well, I wasn’t completely alone. The dog had proven loyal and helpful. He was a walking backpack and alarm...Read More