What the next 3D Mario game needs to get right
The 3D Mario games have maintained a high-standard since Super Mario 64, consistently offering a tight and polished platforming experience.
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Nintendo at the Movies – which franchises could work?
Nintendo has announced that movies are coming. Here are some thoughts on what might make decent movies from their flagship franchises, and the difficulties the producers and writers would face:
» Read more11 Golden Rules of Good Tower Defense Games
I really enjoy tower defense games – they’re a fun diversion and great for playing on-the-go. Here are what I consider the things that make for a good tower defense game:
» Read more10 things I want from the NX
With the NX set to launch in March 2017, and our first look at the console not likely to happen until after E3 (sigh…), here are some things I would like to see from the console:
» Read moreThe Golden Rules of Achievements
Some games get achievements right, some get them very wrong. Here’s a list of do’s and don’ts to consider when designing them:
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The crucial things Skyward Sword got wrong
Despite releasing to critical acclaim, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword got a lot of things wrong.
» Read moreWhy I love Geometry Wars
The first Geometry Wars kick-started the XBLA revolution, becoming the first must-have title for the platform. What started as a mini-game in Project Gotham Racing grew into a wonderful, deep and compelling franchise.
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