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2012 RPG of the Year Awards

… 2012 RPG of the Year Awards … Check out Game Informer's picks for the standout characters, moments, …

by Joe Juba on Dec 25, 2012 at 8:30 AM

Preview

Kick, Push, And Grind In 2D With OlliOlli

… looks to pair simple gameplay mechanics with formidable challenges. … Roll7 Looks To Give Players An Addictive 2D …

by Matt Akers on Jul 05, 2013 at 3:30 PM

Review

Sanctum 2 Review – An Invigorating Tower Defense/FPS Hybrid

… Tower Defense/FPS Hybrid … Sanctum 2 blends FPS mechanics and tower defense so well that it brings out the …

by Kimberley Wallace on May 16, 2013 at 9:46 AM

Feature

Test Chamber – Rogue Legacy

… indie platformer with the exceptional progression mechanics in this episode of Test Chamber. … Test Chamber – …

by Adam Biessener on Jul 19, 2013 at 11:02 AM

Preview

New Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Dual Destinies Screens Show New Characters And Mechanics

… Attorney – Dual Destinies Screens Show New Characters And Mechanics … Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Dual Destinies was … well on its way. … New Screens Show New Characters And Mechanics …

by Kyle Hilliard on Jun 08, 2013 at 9:42 AM

e3 2013

Hands On With Madden NFL 25

… Hands On With Madden NFL 25 … We try out the new running mechanics in the next-gen version, and learn more details …

by Matt Bertz on Jun 12, 2013 at 9:44 AM

interview

Double Fine Talks Adventure Game Mechanics And Kickstarter

by Tim Turi on Apr 27, 2013 at 3:30 AM

Review

The Bridge Review – Stumbling Towards Fun At A Sluggish Pace

… features arresting visuals and a few clever gameplay mechanics, some convoluted puzzles and a sluggish pace …

by Jeff Marchiafava on Feb 26, 2013 at 7:51 AM

Preview

Raiden Wreaks Havoc In New Revengeance Screens

… screens give you a chance to stare and study the games mechanics and gorgeous visuals. … Raiden Wreaks Havoc In …

by Joe Juba on Jun 06, 2012 at 2:02 PM

Preview

We Go Hands-On With The Superheroes Of Injustice: Gods Among Us

… several matches of the fighter and learn about its unique mechanics. … We Go Hands-On With The Superheroes Of …

by Dan Ryckert on Jun 06, 2012 at 5:41 PM

test chamber

Test Chamber – Dust: An Elysian Tail

… gorgeous art style to create an intriguing mix of classic mechanics and new twists. … Test Chamber – Dust: An Elysian …

by Andrew Reiner on Aug 16, 2012 at 12:15 PM

Review

Dust Review – The Best Pieces Falling Into Place

… daydreaming about their perfect game, mentally mixing and matching different concepts and mechanics into a hypothetical …

by Joe Juba on Aug 14, 2012 at 2:10 PM

News

Dead Or Alive 5 Influenced By Uncharted's Falling Mechanics

… Dead Or Alive 5 Influenced By Uncharted's Falling Mechanics … CVG recently posted an interview with Dead or Alive 5's Yosuke Hayashi and among the many interesting tidibts about the game's development, was the influence Uncharted had the latest …

by Kyle Hilliard on Nov 11, 2012 at 9:55 AM

tabletop

Top Of The Table: Star Trek Fleet Captains

… Top Of The Table: Star Trek Fleet Captains … Clever game mechanics and pitch-perfect implementation of the iconic …

by Matt Miller on Jan 31, 2013 at 10:50 AM

Review

Crashmo Review – Push, Pull, And Slide In Tricky New Directions

… Crashmo, the developer adds several entertaining new mechanics while keeping the feel of the original intact. … …

by Bryan Vore on Dec 06, 2012 at 8:35 AM

Preview

New Swing Mechanics For Tiger 13

… analog swing now offer more control – as well as more chances to duff your shot. … New Swing Mechanics For Tiger 13 …

by Matthew Kato on Jan 10, 2012 at 4:25 AM

Preview

XSEED Reveals Sumioni: Demon Arts For Vita

… XSEED Reveals Sumioni: Demon Arts For Vita … A new trailer for XSEED's new Vita game shows off its gorgeous art style and unique touch-screen mechanics. The game seems … like Okami, Kirby Canvas Curse, and Drawn to Life. … XSEED Reveals Sumioni: Demon Arts For Vita …

by Matt Helgeson on Jan 12, 2012 at 2:13 PM

Review

Dragon's Dogma Review

… … It’s not perfect, but its arsenal of unusual party mechanics and combat flourishes make Dragon's Dogma worthy of …

by Jeff Cork on May 18, 2012 at 5:00 AM

pax 2013

Contrast Preview: This Clever Puzzle/Platformer Is A Lot More Than Just Eye Candy

… Contrast Preview: This Clever Puzzle/Platformer Is A Lot More … compelling story, and clever puzzle mechanics have Contrast headed in the right direction. … This Clever …

by Matt Bertz on Sep 02, 2013 at 11:50 AM

Feature

Quantum Mechanics And The Joy Of Ambiguity: A Conversation With Ken Levine

by Mike Futter on Oct 04, 2013 at 4:15 AM