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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

opinion

Added Thrills: How Focusing On Action Affects Franchises

… Added Thrills: How Focusing On Action Affects Franchises … Well-established franchises sometimes adapt more action-focused …

by Game Informer Editorial on Nov 07, 2012 at 6:45 AM

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 … … Dead Or Alive 5 Influenced By Uncharted's Falling Mechanics …

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

Kick, Push, And Grind In 2D With OlliOlli

… … Roll7's Vita exclusive looks to pair simple gameplay mechanics with formidable challenges. … Roll7 Looks To Give …

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

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

… running mechanics in the next-gen version, and learn more details about the Connected Careers owner mode. … Hands On …

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

Review

Dust Review – The Best Pieces Falling Into Place

… game, mentally mixing and matching different concepts and mechanics into a hypothetical supergame. … The Best Pieces …

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

test chamber

Test Chamber – Dust: An Elysian Tail

… slash adventure combines exploration, fluid combat, and a gorgeous art style to create an intriguing mix of classic …

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

Review

MLB The Show 16 Review – When Authenticity Isn’t Enough

… Isn’t Enough … With grid-based battles and slow-motion mechanics, this year's baseball game doesn't sound like …

by Andrew Reiner on Apr 01, 2016 at 12:40 PM

Feature

2012 RPG of the Year Awards

… Informer's picks for the standout characters, moments, and mechanics in the RPGs of 2012. … 2012 RPG of the Year Awards …

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

video feature

What's New In Gears Of War 4's Gameplay

… feature, learn how the new team is changing Gears' cover mechanics, adding extreme weather, and scaling back the …

by Ben Hanson on Mar 18, 2016 at 9:00 AM

gamer culture

Watch The Hilarious Ramifications Of Stopping Time In This Superhot Parody

… parody that pokes fun at the indie shooter's time-bending mechanics. … Watch The Hilarious Ramifications Of Stopping …

by Elise Favis on Apr 09, 2016 at 8:39 AM

Review

Devil's Third Review – A Musty Antique

… Devil's Third Review – A Musty Antique … The clunky mechanics and outdated design of Devil's Third transport you …

by Joe Juba on Dec 22, 2015 at 2:30 PM

Feature

Taking Turns: Mario’s RPG History

… back at all of Mario's games that employ role-playing game mechanics. … Taking Turns: Mario’s RPG History …

by Kyle Hilliard on Jan 22, 2016 at 12:15 PM

impressions

Two Episodes In, And Hitman Still Misses The Target

… Hitman Still Misses The Target … Despite having the best mechanics in the series, the latest Hitman's "episodic" …

by Jeff Marchiafava on Apr 29, 2016 at 11:26 AM

Preview

Mafia III's Driving Mechanics Are Inspired By 1960s Hollywood Films

… Mafia III's Driving Mechanics Are Inspired By 1960s Hollywood Films … A new trailer delves into the revamped driving mechanics coming to the open-world game. … Mafia III's Driving Mechanics Are Inspired By 1960s Hollywood Films …

by Elise Favis on May 07, 2016 at 8:26 AM