Countdown: Top Video Game Quotes

Much like movies, video games have a way of immersing the player with story and dialogue. Certain games have successfully infused quotes into the brains of gamers making them repeat these memorable and iconic lines for years to come. Here are the top ten quotes that made the gaming world

11.) "We shall see how brave you are when nailed to the walls of Hoover Dam, you body facing west so you may watch your world die." - Legate Lanius, Fallout: New Vegas (2010)

Legate Lanius is the final boss for all but one of the path choices in Fallout: New Vegas. The Second Battle of Hoover Dam is ultimately decided on whether or not you can kill Lanius and end the Legion's brutal invasion of the Mojave. The blood thirsty and war driven Lanius will stop at nothing to ensure the Legion takes over Vegas. With defense, hit points, and strategy that matches the difficulty of only The Master, Lanius is dead set to nail you to Hoover Dam.

10.) "Wake up, Mr. Freeman. Wake up and smell the ashes." - G-man, Half Life 2, (2004)

9.) "Do a barrel roll!" - Peppy Hare, Star Fox 64 (1997)

Every entry in this list could have been filled by a Star Fox quote but for some reason, Peppy's advice to deflect enemy file was made synonymous with the Star Fox team.

8.) "You are above even The Boss. I hereby award you the title of Big Boss. You are a true patriot." - President Johnson, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater (2004)

Playing as Naked Snake, we were all waiting for the moment Snake would become Big Boss; the man who set the events of all future Metal Gears in motion. The title of Big Boss was bestowed upon Snake and the future of the world will be changed for the worse.

7.) "It's ah Me! Mario!" - Mario, Super Mario 64 (1996)

Super Mario 64 marked the first time Charles Martinet's Mario debuted to the world. It was the first words we heard in the game and the voice remains to this day as the voice that defined Nintendo.

6.) "The cake is a lie." - Unknown, Portal (2007)

What seems to be an unfunny meme nowadays started out as a brutal and scary realization. The humorous atmosphere of Portal seemed a bit off but as soon as the player found themselves behind a room free of GlaDos' watchful eye, the truth behind the experiments changed the entire direction of the game.

5.) "The wind . . . it is blowing." - Ganondorf, Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker (2003)

With an ancient world flooding and a sword in his head, Ganondorf admits that even he was not strong enough to snuff out the power of Courage.

4.) "What is a man? A miserable little pile of secrets." - Dracula, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night (1997)

3.) "If history is to change, let it change. If the word is to be destroyed, so be it. If my fate is to die, I must simply laugh." - Magus, Chrono Trigger (1995)

2.) "Would you kindly?" - Atlas, Bioshock (2007)

1.) "Life . . . Dreams . . . Hope. Where do they all come from? And where do they go? None of that junk is enough to fulfill your hearts! Destruction . . . Destruction is what makes life worth living! Destroy! Destroy! Destoy! Let's destroy everything!" - Kefka Pelazzo, Final Fantasy VI (1994)

Kefka is insane. Perhaps the most insane Final Fantasy villain ever created. He has his mind set on destroying the world for no reason other than creatin destruction.

Score Sheet: August 2011

Nintendo DS:

Sonic Colors - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 5/5

"Colors not only gives Sonic fans the okay to wear their Sonic shirts and backpacks with pride again, but it also reminds gamers everywhere how great Sonic was and potentially can be."

Yoshi's Island DS - 29 Hit Combo!

Solid

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

"While it may fall short in some areas compared to SMW2, Yoshi's Island DS stands on its own as a solid platformer.

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Nintendo 3DS:

Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D - 35 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

"Ocarina of Time will forever be one of the greatest games of all time and now we have another chance to relive the experience in beautiful 3D."

Nintendogs & Cats - 22 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 2/5

"Never expected much for a filler launch title."

Super Monkey Ball 3D - 18 Hit Combo

Weak

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 2/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 2/5

"Super Monkey Ball 3D is fun in a few doses but does not offer much more than a few unlockables in the long run."

Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition is the one game that defined the 3DS launch."

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Nintendo 64:

Banjo-Tooie - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"Take Banjo-Kazooie and add a massive amount of intense and complex game mechanics along with addictive platforming and a dash of beloved characters and humor and you have a great Rareware experience."

Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - 35 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

An epic, innovative, venture into 3D that stands the test of time.

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Nintendo Gamecube:

Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess - 31 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"The final Zelda game for the Gamecube and the first for the Wii brings yet another fantastic adventure. "

Luigi's Mansion - 28 Hit Combo!

Solid

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 4/5

"Definitely a solid title that brings something new and fun to the Mario universe all the while not losing its charming appeal."

Super Mario Sunshine - 28 Hit Combo!

Solid

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"Super Mario Sunshine builds on the 3D mechanics introduced in Super Mario 64 with some awesome water jet abilities but at times controls and awkward physics bring down this great Mario experience."

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Nintendo Wii:

Boom Blox - 28 Hit Combo

Solid

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

"Boom Blox's spot-on physics and and addictive puzzles is definitely worth a shot."

Bully: Scholarship Edition - 23 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

A flawed GTA for teens title that couldn't quite embrace its overwhelming potential.

Disney Epic Mickey - 23 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 2/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 2/5

"Warren Spector and Junction Point clearly focused more on rehashing the history and art of Disney rather than creating a gameplay experience worthy of playing."

DJ Hero 2 - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

The game is a blast by yourself or with friends and is surely enough to keep anyone content until the next DJ Hero hits shelves."

Donkey Kong Country Returns - 28 Hit combo!

Solid

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"Donkey Kong Country Returns doesn't prove much of a nostalgia factor but instead gives us a brand new adventure with familiar faces that is of the same caliber as the first three games of the series."

Kirby's Epic Yarn - 33 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

"If you're a Wii owner and don't have Epic Yarn in your library, you ought to be ashamed."

Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess - 31 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"The final Zelda game for the Gamecube and the first for the Wii brings yet another fantastic adventure. While the Wii's controls don't work as well as they should, it shouldn't stop you from enjoying another great journey with Link."

Rock Band 3 - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Rock Band 3 is perhaps the funnest game you'll play with a group of friends and family this year."

Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing - 33 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Sega Racing is an absolute addictive blast. Taking its cues from Mario Kart, this fan serving racing game never delays in bringing the fun whether you're racing by yourself, online, or with a room full of friends."

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 1/5

Fun: 4/5

"Underneath the heavy critique lies the same platforming game that I fell in love with almost 20 years ago."

WWE All-Stars - 21 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 2/5

"All of the factors were there that would have made All-Stars an absolute blast; only if they were fleshed out a bit more."

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Playstation 2:

Psychonauts - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"Psychonauts is an absolutely engaging and unique platforming experience. It's a game that relies fully on its humor, atmosphere, and style as its graphics, playability issues can only take it so far."

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Playstation 3:

DJ Hero 2 - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

The game is a blast by yourself or with friends and is surely enough to keep anyone content until the next DJ Hero hits shelves."

Fallout: New Vegas - 25 Hit Combo

Solid

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 3/5

"The game has so much potential as there's just so much to get into but there's a limit to how much glitches will stop being annoying and actuality force you to put down the controller and rethink playing again."

L.A Noire - 30 Hit Combo !!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 4/5

"The game, although lacking in replay value, definitely offers players an unforgettable experience even if you'll find yourself spending a significant amount of time watching rather than controlling."

Marvel vs Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 4/5

"Marvel vs. Capcom 3 is the perfect blend of accessibility and hardcore depth that any fighting game can possibly hope to offer."

Rock Band 3 - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Rock Band 3 is perhaps the funnest game you'll play with a group of friends and family this year."

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3 /5

Controls: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 1/5

Fun: 4/5

"Underneath the heavy critique lies the same platforming game that I fell in love with almost 20 years ago."

Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing - 33 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Sega Racing is an absolute addictive blast. Taking its cues from Mario Kart, this fan serving racing game never delays in bringing the fun whether you're racing by yourself, online, or with a room full of friends."

Vanquish - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 3/5

"Vanquish is an example of game holding back, not with its visuals or cinematics, but with its gameplay."

WWE All-Stars - 21 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 2/5

"All of the factors were there that would have made All-Stars an absolute blast; only if they were fleshed out a bit more."

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Playstation Portable:

Kingdom Heats: Birth by Sleep - 26 Hit Combo!

Solid

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"Birth by Sleep is a good filler that will satisfy your KH craving until Kingdom Hearts 3 decides to rear its pretty head."

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Xbox:

Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel - 16 Hit Combo

Weak

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 2/5

Playability: 2/5

Lasting Appeal: 1/5

Fun: 3/5

"BoS is a mindless hack n' slash co-op game that overstays its welcome fast. It's unappealing to Fallout fans and newcomers to the series all the same."

Psychonauts - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"Psychonauts is an absolutely engaging and unique platforming experience. It's a game that relies fully on its humor, atmosphere, and style as its graphics, playability issues can only take it so far."

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Xbox 360:

The Beatles: Rock Band - 31 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"The Beatles: Rock Band is a loyal music game that offers Beatles fans everything they might ask for."

DJ Hero 2 - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

The game is a blast by yourself or with friends and is surely enough to keep anyone content until the next DJ Hero hits shelves."

Fallout: New Vegas - 25 Hit Combo

Solid

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 3/5

"The game has so much potential as there's just so much to get into but there's a limit to how much glitches will stop being annoying and actuality force you to put down the controller and rethink playing again."

L.A Noire - 30 Hit Combo !!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 4/5

"The game, although lacking in replay value, definitely offers players an unforgettable experience even if you'll find yourself spending a significant amount of time watching rather than controlling."

Limbo - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"If you feel like a good puzzle game and one that will simply freak you right out, Limbo is for you."

Marvel vs Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 4/5

"Marvel vs. Capcom 3 is the perfect blend of accessibility and hardcore depth that any fighting game can possibly hope to offer."

Rock Band 3 - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Rock Band 3 is perhaps the funnest game you'll play with a group of friends and family this year."

Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing - 33 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Sega Racing is an absolute addictive blast. Taking its cues from Mario Kart, this fan serving racing game never delays in bringing the fun whether you're racing by yourself, online, or with a room full of friends."

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 1/5

Fun: 4/5

"Underneath the heavy critique lies the same platforming game that I fell in love with almost 20 years ago."

Vanquish - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 3/5

"Vanquish is an example of game holding back, not with its visuals or cinematics, but with its gameplay."

WWE All-Stars - 21 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 2/5

"All of the factors were there that would have made All-Stars an absolute blast; only if they were fleshed out a bit more."

News of the Week: 7/23/11

There is certainly no lack of video game news this week. With the San Diego Comic-con still going on, video game companies, such as Capcom and Nintendo, are putting their all in showing off their new or most anticipated games to perhaps the most appropriate fan base. NERDS!!!! Anyway here are the juiciest tidbits coming at you from this week.

MegaMan Legends 3 Cancelled:

After cancelling the odd but much anticipated MegaMan Universe earlier this year, Capcom would go and commit dickiest of dick moves by cancelling the much more beloved long awaited sequel in the MegaMan Legends series, MegaMan Legends 3 for the 3DS. Now if that wasn't bad enough, CapcomEuro via Twitter stated:

"it's a shame the fans didn't want to get more involved :-( if we saw there was an audience for MML3 people might have change minds" - CapcomEuro

It's easy to see how this hurt not only MegaMan fans excited about a new game but the community developers and fans who spending their days making sure this title saw the light of day. Capcom's statement hit nerves everywhere including one guy who stated via Twitter:

"how exactly do you want people to be "more involved?" Do you want us to make the game for you?" - dertek

To which Capcom with much class responded:

"well yes that's the point of the Dev rooms." - CapcomEuro

In all fairness Capcom did attempt to clarify their poorly received statment:

"I was expressing dissapointment with a Capcom marketing tool rather than blaming fans . . . because we create something and not all fans like it = Capcom's fault not the fans." - Capcom Euro

By saying "create something and not all fans like it" do they mean creating a game that isn't a Street Fighter add-on or Resident Evil spin-off is bad for the company? If so, then I'm going to half to say bye-bye to Capcom and hello Crapcom. And by saying they weren't blaming their fans when a day ago they clearly were blaming their fans is almost as insulting as bad as promising two game starring their most iconic character and then cancelling it last second.

Ultimate Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 Announced:

While we're on the subject of Capcom, they announced at Comic-con Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 which will feature twelve new characters, eight new stages, and a more balanced fighting system (a balanced Sentinel, not in your dreams).

Four new fighters were confirmed by Capcom: On the Marvel side is Ghost Rider and Hawkeye while on the Capcom side is Strider and Firebrand.

But of course the rest of the characters were leaked so everyone knows them and here they are: for Capcom it's Phoenix Wright, Frank West, Nemesis, Vergil; while for Marvel it's Iron Fist, Nova and Rocket Raccoon (Come on, no Howard the Duck!?)

Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 is due out this November

Freddy Krueger enters Mortal Kombat:

That's right! The man who lives to kill your nightmares is entering the same arena as SubZero. At Comicon Freddy Krueger was announced to be DLC coming in August 4th. I personally can't wait to pit Freddy against Kratos! YES!!!

In other news:

-Old World Blues, the 3rd add-on for Fallout: New Vegas released

-Nintendo 3DS released live streaming video to help showcase unique movies and trailers

Quick Review: Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D

Quick Review:

Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D

Developed by Nintendo and Grezzo

Published by Nintendo

for the Nintendo 3DS

Released June 19th, 2011

"Improving on a Masterpiece"

Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo 64 is thought to be not only the best game of the Zelda series, but the greatest game of all time. When a fully 3D remastered version of OoT was announced for the 3DS, it quickly became one of the most anticipated games for the handheld. I'm going to make this review quick seeing as how there's not much else to say about OoT that hasn't already been said so allow me to talk about how well this iteration is handled on the 3DS.

The first thing to notice are the improved graphics. The game, for the era, looked gorgeous but Nintendo took the models, the environments, the textures, and the animations and improved upon those pesky 64 bits by bringing the game up to date. Now, with Gamecube quality graphics and beautiful HD 3D that makes Hyrule come alive, the game never looked better.

The controls are intact but now allow for quick equipping with the touch screen capabilities. For convenience sake, there are now six slots for items compared to the three slots in the 64 version (The ocarina takes up a permanent spot) For those who hated the Water Temple with a passion, the iron boots can be equipped by a simple touch, instead of having to open the menu, going to the equipment menu and select it. The most impressive aspect of the 3DS controls is the gyroscopic aiming. Aiming with the bow and arrow has never felt smoother or more accurate.

This version adds a bit more replay value to the tons already implemented into the game. Beating the main quest with unlock Master's Quest. Originally for the Gamecube, Master's Quest brings a rearranged and overall more difficult version of every dungeon. The game also has a boss attack mode that keeps track of how fast you can be each dungeon end-boss.

When it comes to Ocarina of Time and Nintendo's devotion towards it, there's nothing else to do but add to this masterpiece. Ocarina of Time 3D is a perfect way to bring the classic into this generation without leaving anything behind. Ocarina of Time will forever be one of the greatest games of all time and now we have another chance to relive the experience in beautiful 3D.

Details -

Genre: RPG, Adventure

ESRB Rating: E for Everyone (Animated Blood, Fantasy Violence, Suggestive Themes)

Player Options: 1-Player

Learning Curve: 30 Minutes

Difficulty: Medium

Stats -

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Amazing!!

35 Hit-Combo!!!

Review Description

Critical Hit: Operational Rainfall

If you are a dedicated Wii player, it's hard not to feel a little forgotten with the anemic 2011 line-up which only consists of Skyward Sword. Now, I'm not undermining the power of Zelda but I would be a little more satisfied if I had a something else to look forward to to ease the pain of waiting until Winter for a game.

Wii fans from all over are indeed hurting and rightfully so, especially when three great games (The Last Story, Pandora's Tower, XenoBlade) have already or will soon be launched on Japanese consoles. I know Nintendo is focusing on supporting the 3DS and creating a great launch for the Wii U, but the utter neglect Nintendo is showing to its dedicated fans is down right insulting.

It is time to take a stand and a group of gamers are doing so by putting forth the effort to bring these games state-side. Operation Rainfall, created on June 26th, is a fan campaign that hopes to persuade Nintendo to bring these to North America.

Operation Rainfall, through their endeavors, has sent letters to the developers of the games and to Nintendo telling them of the situation and pleading for these games. They have also made Xenoblade one of the top pre-orders on Amazon despite not being officially announced in the U.S. Nintendo has taken noticed of OR's efforts and told them that they appreciate their enthusiasm but do not have any plans on localizing these games.

This doesn't mean the fight is over! Europe is getting these games in 2012, it's time we Americans do! So, as a Wii player, or a gamer in general, do your part and join Operation Rainfall and bring these games to us. The campaign has already received much media attention and its just a matter of time but we cannot let up just yet. What you can do is pre-order these games on various shops that allow you to, send letters to the developers and to Nintendo, and like the Operation Rainfall page here.

Hopefully, these games will come to the United States (even those Europeans are expecting them in 20121.

Quick Review: Honest Hearts

Quick Review:

Fallout: New Vegas - Honest Hearts

Developed by Obsidian

Published by Bethesda

for the Xbox 360, Playstation 3, PC

Released May 17, 2011 for 360, May 18, 2011 for PC, June 5, 2011 for PS3

"A war away from war."

Zion, a valley plagued, not by nuclear fallout, but by man, religion, and war. Utah's Zion National Park is now home to barely civilized tribes of which can only speak fragments of English. It's here that the courier finds himself amidst a brutal tribal war in Fallout: New Vegas' latest expansion; Honest Hearts.

Joshua Graham, who is repeatedly mentioned in New Vegas as a proverbial boogeyman of the wastes, tells of the imminent war between his tribe, the Dead Horses, and the savage White Legs. It's a war Graham must help the Dead Horses fight in order to atone for his sins against God, sins committed as Ceasar's once trusted legate. It's up to the courier to decide how he will deal with the battles within Zion to not only preserve the well-being of the tribes but to make it safely back to the Mojave and consummate his own war at Hoover Dam.

Honest Hearts is an intriguing look into how a part of the Fallout world, seemingly insignificant, mimics the war, greed, and pride displayed everywhere else in the wastes. It tells a great story and brings dynamic characters such as the God-willed Joshua Graham to life.

If New Vegas players passed up Dead Money because of its linearity, be content as Honest Hearts brings back much of the unhindered exploration omitted by the last add-on. New areas, weapons, armor, allies, and quests lie in wait in the heart of Zion. (Not to mention every major NPC's weapons and armor will be given to the courier upon departure of the valley.)

There are to two things that impede this otherwise brilliant add-on. Unlike Dead Money, Honest Hearts suffers major slow down and freezes as the main game does. Honest Hearts is also rather short. It can be completed in just about two hours. (although the gameplay will definitely vary as to how much exploration of Zion the player actually does.)

Honest Hearts is a definite improvement on Dead Money and while the experience may not last too long, those looking to recreate their New Vegas experience under a more solemn semblance; Zion awaits.

Details -

Genre: First Person Shooter, RPG, Third Person Shooter

ESRB Rating: M for Mature (Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Use of Drugs)

Player Options: 1 -Player

Learning Curve: 30 Minutes

Difficulty: Hard

Stats -

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Fun: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Solid

25 Hit-Combo!

Review Descriptions

Video: Resident Evil 4 - "La Opresion de La Plaga"

As make-up for last week's lack of posting, I'm going to do two posts today. This one for fun and another later which will have my reviews for the Fallout: New Vegas add-on Honest Hearts and Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D.

Now back around the time of middle school and my freshman year of high school, I had, apparently, plenty of time to combine footage of my favorite video games with hit songs of the day. I thought I was pretty good at it. In fact I believe I'm the best in the world of doing this sort of thing. There's probably no one better. Now, that I'm considerably older I haven't the time to make these silly little videos with as much care as I'd like to give it. Or in simpler teams, it's a tremendous waste of time.

One of my first Video Game Music Videos I made was of Resident Evil 4 set to the tune of "Passive" by A Perfect Circle. I thought the theme of the song (pessimism) was displayed well with all the footage of Leon dying. There are A LOT of parts that match and I believe you will obtain a broader sense of life just by watching this. So, do your life a favor and watch this masterpiece. You're welcome.