Monday, November 29, 2010

Bloodline Champions Webcast

Fellow gamers,

I FRAPS'ed a game of Bloodline Champions today which is a PC game that is in beta. Bloodline is an arena style game that could be compared to a top down version of World of Warcraft arena. There are 3 different game modes; team deathmatch, capture the flag, and domination. Teams can be composed of 1 to 5 people per team. Currently there are 16 characters to select from with 4 different character types; tanks, healers, melee dps, and ranged dps.

I hope you enjoy the video!

Sunday, November 28, 2010

Thanksgiving Break

Fellow Gamers,

I hope everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving, I know I did. Sorry that I have not posted in a while. I was busy enjoying my Thanksgiving break, as I'm sure all of you were doing as well. I did eat my fill of turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes on Turkey Day. Instead of exercising it off I have at the gym, I have chosen to sit in front of a screen and play video games instead...

As of late I have been playing Red Dead Redemption. No, I have not been playing the zombie DLC. I still have to beat the main story first. I would say that I'm 4 or 5 hours in, but I'm not sure how long of a playtime the game has. I feel like I am helping people on side missions more than I am completing actual story missions. I did have serious problems with controlling the horse though, but after some words of wisdom from my friend Beard I beleive that I have found the correct way to steer the horse. Instead of pushing forward to move the horse forward, it is better just to tap the "A" button and and leave the control stick for steering left and right. I am very excited to beat this game and download the zombie DLC though. I have heard that it is one of the best DLC downloads on the market, and it's only 800 points!

Other than playing Red Dead I have been playing the Xbox Arcade game Super Meat Boy. I have just made it to World 5 "Rapture", and I must say that the levels are becoming exceedingly difficult. Plus as the gamer that I am I cannot continue to the next level unless I clear the level with an A+, which you can only achieve if you beat the level within a certain time limit. I have not attempted any of the dark world levels yet though. I am waiting until I finish all of the light levels before I go back through the dark levels.

For the PC I have been playing League of Legends. I am so close to getting to the 500 win mark, I believe that I am at 470 or so. I do own all of the champions now as of yesterday though when I bought Anivia. I really do enjoy playing as Anivia, I hear that she is one of the best casters in the game. I will have to play her a few more times to really feel her out. My first game with her I went 7-6-12. Which I thought was pretty decent considering I was in a solo side lane for most of the game and that our Twisted Fate fed their Miss Fortune in center lane. Their MF was 26-6-12. Pretty ridiculous. If any of you readers would like to add me my summoner name is "Demi".

Monday, November 22, 2010

Vidjagamers Website

Fellow gamers,

Vidjagamers now has a new site http://www.vidjagamers.com!

Don't fear though, I will still be posting content on here as well. I am trying to get a full business in swing. Slowly but surely I am getting there. Keep up the support and I will keep writing entertaining and informational content for your viewing pleasure.

Trademarkk'd Competitive Blog

Fellow gamers,

If you enjoy pwning noobs in competitive gaming or you are one of the people who enjoy being pwned, then I have a blog for you (aside from this one...). The new up and coming Trademarkk'd Blog.

Keep your eyes on this blog if you enjoy games like League of Legends, Call of Duty, and all sorts of other competitive games. Trademarkk will help you to improve your game, whether you are a nublet or a pro pwner!!1!one!!1! No QQ'ing please.

Trademarkk and I will be combining our efforts to help deliver the best in video game news to you (the gaming community), so keep your eye on these blogs.

Friday, November 19, 2010

Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 Review

Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2

Developor: CyberConnect2
Release Date: November 4, 2010 
By: Jared Weinfurtner
Edited by: Ben Rudi

Intro
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 is the latest installment in the manga inspired Naruto series of games. If you are familiar with the Naruto games then you know that multiple games have been published and, multiple games have failed for this gaming franchise.  In 2008, Ban-Dai released the first Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm and was instantly a huge hit even among gamers who weren’t fans of the manga.  One could only hope that with the second game it could only get better. Thankfully it does, as a fan of the manga series and the last game, this game lived up to my expectations and more.

Story
This plot of this game picks up three years after Naruto had left the Hidden Leaf village with the legendary sannin ninja, Jiraya. This story picks up after his training was complete when Naruto returned to his home village. Soon after Naruto’s return the Hidden Sand village is attacked by a group of rogue ninja called Akatsuki. Akatsuki is after Gaara, the Kazekage, of the Hidden Sand village for the one tailed beast that he holds within him. As most fans know, Naruto also is in control of the nine tailed beast which Akatsuki will also be coming after.  In the story Naruto is still in searching for his lifelong friend and recently turned foe, Sasuke Uchiha. Following along with Naruto in the main campaign players will find themselves learning along with Naruto while he develops new attacks, as well as developing his sage mode.

Presentation
For those who are worried that the game deviates from the manga, you will be pleasantly surprised.  The game play as well as in-game cinematics, do an amazing job of following the manga’s plot.  Even the non-manga fans may find that after encountering many of the characters in this game that they will also start to feel a sense of emotion towards the characters and the story. You can expect battles in the story such as brothers fighting over which one is the stronger of the two, as well as students and their masters turning on each other and fighting to the death. There is never a real dull moment, even in the transitions to the next battle.

Graphics
Ultimate Jutsu's
One of the main draws of the game is the graphics alone. The character art is top quality and the fluidity of the animations, even while fighting is phenomenal. The characters are well animated and are on par if not better than their anime counterparts. Each of the characters Ultimate Jutsu techniques are a sight to behold, and it would be a shame not to see each characters Ultimate at least once. 

Gameplay
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 is a fighting game at its core. The game play is broken up into two types Ultimate Mission mode and Free Battle mode. Ultimate mission is where you will participate in fights that go hand-in-hand with the manga’s story arc. Free Battle mode is for playing out the battles that weren’t in the story as well as to fight against your friends. The fighting engine isn’t the most complex engine out there, but it does deliver a competitive casual fighting interface. During fights you are also able to call in support characters to help you do additional damage. In Ultimate Mission mode while you are not engaged in battles, you are free  to roam the Hidden Leaf village and purchase items as well as find hidden unlockables. You advance the story by talking to characters in the village that will initiate the fight sequences.

Lasting Appeal
The story line itself provides multiple hours of game play. Throughout the story mode, you will begin to unlock characters that are usable in Free Battle mode and Online Battle mode.  Towards the end of the game you will also begin to unlock “secret” characters as well as support characters.  Online Battle mode is a welcome addition to this game.  At first, the online mode was very shaky and lagged quite frequently, but with a patch they worked out all of the kinks and it now runs very smoothly. 

Summary
As for the game itself, I would consider it another great title within the series.  From the massive intense story line, to the ever changing multiplayer online play. For people who love reading the Naruto manga, people who love fighting games, or for people who just plain enjoy anime then this game is a must play.

Rating: 4.25 Ninja Stars out of 5

Bloodline Champions Beta Giveaway

Fellow Gamers,

Gameplay from Bloodline Champions
This is your day of lucky! I have in my possession two extra beta keys for the PC game, Bloodline Champions.

Bloodline Champions is a top-down, fast-paced, arena based game. If you have ever participated in any arena battles in World of Warcraft, then you will have a pretty good idea of the game. You can play solo matches or in teams of up to 5 players with three different game modes; deathmatch, domination, and capture the flag. If you would like to learn more about the game you can check out their site http://www.bloodlinechampions.com/.

I will be giving these keys to the first two people to comment on this post! Good luck!

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

League of Legends Irelia Podcast

Fellow gamers,

Irelia, the will of blades
I bring you news of the new League of Legends champion, Irelia, in the form of a narrated game session. In the podcast I walk you through my game with Irelia on the Twisted Treeline map. Hopefully you find the podcast informational as well as entertaining!

League of Legends Irelia Podcast 

I'm also posting Riot's spotlight video for her as well...