I know, I know. That is what I have been. As if anyone has ever read this blog anyways. Lol. I got very frustrated when most of YouTube's videos became long and stretched. I like the layout for my blog, and couldn't get the videos to fit right. It made me insane. It still does, at least the ones that are rectangular. For those, I'll simply post a link rather than try and incorporate the actual video into the blog. Otherwise the side gets cut off. That coupled with the craptastic internet we are saddled with after moving put me off of updating the blog all together. However, I now have pretty reliable access to a high speed connection, and plan on updating at least weekly.
To start us off, I wanted to show some trailers for some video games I have that I really love, and some trailers for games I really want. I'll start out with something interesting so that those of you who bore easily can slink away towards the end.
Game Name:
Red Dead Redemption.
Synopsis:
This game comes out May 18, 2010. I really, really want this game and I don't generally purchase new releases. Its basically GTA in the old west, with much better graphics capabilities. But then, I love any game where I get to ride a horse around. (Except those sissy la-la kiddy horse games. I admit I've bought a few, but they generally suck.) You live in a pretty open ended world, and can pick and choose missions or just run around shooting people and stealing from ladies in petticoats, or whatever they wore back then.
Suitability:
I'm sure it'll be an adult-only game due to violence. However, if you don't have a problem with letting your kid shoot train robbers with a rifle, its your choice.
Next comes a game that I already own. The only reason I was able to get this right after its release was because my husband got it for me for Christmas. It is hands down the best game of all time (for me.) *Drum roll*...
Game Name:
Dragon Age: Origins
Synopsis:
You are a person (or an elf or a dwarf, your choice) who eventually ends up becoming a Grey Warden. You go through your beginning story, based on what race and class you chose, and then end up joining up. You have to help defeat the "Dark Spawn" before they kill everyone in the land. Pretty basic plot, but with all of the zillions of choices you have and the ability to build and destroy relationships with characters, the outcomes can be wildly different. There are a few possible endings as well, all dependent on your choices. You can also get jiggy with many of the characters in your party.
The Good:
I love the fantasy genre, but I generally don't play allot of fantasy games set up in this fashion. I usually get bored of them too easily. They are usually too focused on weapon sets and crap you collect, etc. and have altogether much too boring story lines. This, however, is by Bioware, the company who did the Knights of the Old Republic games (which I am a huge fan of.) I love the decision making game play, and the relationships and side quests that go along with your party members. It gives the game much more depth. Did I mention you can cause the birth of a dragon-demon baby? I managed to make my character queen of the land as well through my manipulation of my boy toy/slave...*cough cough* I mean boyfriend. Did I mention the in-game graphics are almost as beautiful as the cut scenes? And people's mouths and fingers MOVE PROPERLY. Kudos for that accomplishment. Their facial expressions are also pretty smooth and life-like.
Suitability:
The rating says inappropriate for children. In this regard it doesn't simply mean that there is blood and violence. There is in-game sex. So, if you don't want your 13 year old paying for a gay midget prostitute (no seriously, this is an actual option) or sleeping with a seductive elf-man reminiscent of Puss N Boots from Shrek..I would keep it away from your kids.
Downfalls:
I recommend this for the PS3. It is also for Xbox 360, but I found that it had some glitches with some of the more action-oriented cut scenes. Which is a pity, because they are gorgeous and it sucks to miss them. It was only one or two, and the rest of the game played smoothly. But alas.
Game Name:
Eternal Sonata
Synopsis:
You are a terminally ill little girl in a "dream world" that is all in the dying Chopin's (yes, the composer) head. Or so I have gathered from playing it. It still manages to be very upbeat and sun-shiney. Yes, its THAT type of game. Its an RPG with a turn based attack system and a "save the people from the evil dude" type story line. Its full of classical music and ties into the actual Chopin's history somehow.
The Good:
Its so pretty. Its very colorful and I like the artwork. The music is also gorgeous, most if not all being Chopin's actual pieces. It gives you little history lessons about Chopin's life, which are actually somewhat interesting. The storyline is sweet, even though it should be depressing. I haven't played through the entire thing, but its pretty fun. I also am pretty fond of the attack system, especially as you progress further into the game and have more options. Basically, I love the game because it is gorgeous in terms of its visual and audio aspects. The people are like a cross between 3D video game graphics and hand drawings.
Suitability:
This game should be fine for anyone, including children. I doubt they will get the morbidity of the whole thing, considering how child-like and upbeat the game tries to remain.
The Bad:
Well, it is technically about a bunch of terminally ill people, one who has to come to terms with the fact she doesn't even really exist (supposedly.) But, they somehow make it all seem OK. Until you watch the trailer and it suddenly connects, that "Eternal Sonata" is referring to death, and the whole game is one giant, somehow sweetly morbid story about how we cannot escape our inevitable passing. Also, it seems almost as if there is this pedophile thing going on between Polka (the little girl) and Chopin. Again, it has little history lessons now and then. Although interesting they can get old and boring at the same time.
Thats all for now. I'll have more later.
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WTF?!
I'm incredibly freaked out by this. How is this kid even managing this? It seems like a very tiring work out. Why are her limbs like rubber? What is she screeching? Someone pointed out she might have Down's Syndrome. Well, that sucks. But it doesn't change the fact that this video reminds me of a snake/slug/human hybrid.
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Why Women Don't Love You:
Because you are creepy. You have an anger management problem. You shouldn't be taking South Park jokes so seriously. They are like stand-up comedians. They make fun of everyone equally. And don't go, "I'm a Christian. F you." Great example of Christian behavior. Its like those "Christians" who picket on street corners with signs saying we should burn homosexuals. Jesus preached that we are not worthy to judge others. He also preached tolerance of everyone, and kindness to all, regardless of your opinion on the righteousness of their actions. Don't be a hypocrite, it makes real Christians look bad. (BTW, Go Jesus. Christian and proud of it.I curse some and I make fun of people left and right on this blog. Remember again that the style of this thing is satire and sarcasm. It doesn't mean that this is my personality.) So what if people are calling you a "ginger" at school?! Deal with it! Laugh it off, let it slide. People will stop making fun of you when you quit reacting. Your hair is colored like ginger. I don't see why it is a derogatory term. Get some mental help.
Also, you are not going to stop South Park. Tom Cruise wouldn't have been able to stop them if he went after them for their Scientology episodes, and he has allot more money and connections than you. Spend your time trying to stand up for a more worthy cause, like keeping baby hairless moles from being slaughtered by people who make them into expensive, creepy armchairs. Or discovering Lady Gaga's true gender once and for all.
If you want to silence someone, I suggest Joaquin Phoenix. Not only can he not rap worth a dollar's worth of toe-cheese, but he looks like he is going the way of Charles Manson. That beard just screams tree hugging serial killer in the making. Or very rebellious Amish man. You may also see that he is inflicting pain with his fists on audience members, although not as much as on their ears. The man he is attacking probably is thankful for the punching because it makes his ears stop bleeding. Joaquin, you were pretty good actor, but we never knew you'd go the way of crazy like your "want to molest my sister" character Commodus in Gladiator, and end up bat-shit insane. Whatever woman is with you probably loves your money, if you have any left, but not you.