Mass Effect die hards have played through Mass Effect 3 at least once, with the most hardcore of the bunch having played it through multiple times–stopping at the last mission so not to relive the horrendous ending BioWare created. Mass Effect 3′s ending left us with no sense of completion, no sense of success, and what Bioware wanted to be a humble ending, instead came out non-nonsensical and plain wrong. In fact, the fan outcry has forced BioWare to re-do the conclusion. Still, there have been worse video game endings. Commander Shepard is not alone in the world of crappy conclusions. Here are some that are actually worse.
Valentine’s Day is upon us and as such, singles, married couples, and those in “complicated” relationships turn their attentions to the day with either great anticipation or much disdain. The nerds at 2D-X have a different take and, unsurprisingly, it’s about video games. Instead of talking flowers and candies, we’re discussing the most memorable examples of in video game history. Some are obvious heart-tuggers; others showcase the emotion in unexpected ways. But love…LOVE!
The Square Enix rep played through the demo twice. The first go, he was stealthy and patient and hid the bodies of any NPCs he had killed. The second time around things got a bit more violent. To show us just how many options you have in tackling missions, he rescued a cop that was being interrogated by criminals and used a fire axe to take out three thugs. This doesn’t sound all that gruesome in text, but seeing is indeed believing.
The role-playing game genre has made great strides since its early days as a thinly veiled Dungeons & Dragons rip-off. Stories have grown increasingly complex, the music and graphics have greatly improved, and the battle systems have evolved into wonderfully varied schemes. There are many great RPGS, but which is the best of the bunch? A handful of 2D-X RPG-lovers offer their selections for the best RPG of all time.
Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony are prepping their next generation home video game consoles–but are gamers ready for them? Team 2D-X offers its opinion on whether or not console manufacturers should announce new hardware within the next two years. Do you need a Wii U, Xbox 720, or PS4 on store shelves within the next two years?
2011 may be fondly remembered as the greatest year in video game history. Gamers were treated to AAA title after AAA–especially this fall. Frankly, it was bit overwhelming; Batman: Arkham City, L.A. Noire, Skyrim, Uncharted 3, and heaps of other physical and digital releases all tempted our wallets in 2011. If you’ve survived the gaming onslaught without losing your life savings–congrats to you and your remarkable restraint. So as 2011 begins its transformation into 2012, Team 2D-X takes a look back at the greatest games of the year both in the boxed retail and digital download spaces. And with our diverse gaming staff, you’re sure to find a quite a few surprises. Let’s get started.
SEGA’s iconic mascot turns 20. He can’t buy a beer, but he can save the world from Eggman.
Tommy Tallarico discusses classical and contemporary composers, DVDs, Final Fantasy and the future of Video Games Live. Rock on.
