Monthly Archives: June 2015

Review: Her Story (PC)

Score: 8.5 out of 10

herstoryHer story is a game from game director Sam Barlow. Who is known for Serious Sam Next Encounter, Silent Hill Origins, and Silent Hill Shattered Memories.  This is one of those games where you’re not sure whether to call this game or not. It’s crime mystery, but you don’t solve the case because it’s already been solved years ago. You are given access to a database of VHS tapes that have been digitized into video files pertaining to this one case. The videos are from multiple interviews of a woman who’s husband had gone missing. The interviews have been broken into much smaller clips that have tagged so they get find a certain quote for the court hearings. That’s what the Readme.txt file on the desktop says. The clips could be anywhere from 1 sec long clips with one word answers to 2 minutes long. Problem is that you only get half the conversation because the footage of the detectives was lost do to flooding.

 

ss_47f0e58df778d9f10b3df40ddce8bba8e592b1fb.600x338The way you get more clips is by typing in keywords that she says into the search box. There’s a database checker that you can pull up to see where on the timeline the clip you just watched falls and to see how many videos you have yet to watch. Like I said there is really no win, you finish the game when you are satisfied with the answers that you come up with. There’s no where to give your answer you just quit the game. There are Steam achievements and you earn the for watch certain video clips and watching 50%, 75%, and 100% of the clips. I have to get props to the actress in that game Viva Seifert for great acting. A little tip for the game pay attention to all the subtle things she doesn’t and just just watch she says.

It that’s about all that I’m willing to divulge about the game. This is one of those games that you just have to experience yourself. Although, since the games is all watching videos you can find a Let’s Player that you like and just watch them play it. I do recommend at least purchasing it for $5.99 on Steam to support more types of these games.

Review: Mega Coin Squad (Xbox One)

Score: 8 out of 10

The earliest game I can remember playing involved a Plumber trying to save a princess and collecting coins along the way. There is something satisfying about collecting coins, ring, or whatever the point based items are for the game. If you like the collecting aspect of these classic platforming games then Mega Coin Squad is for you.

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Mega Coin Squad is the first console game by developers Big Pixel Studios and Published by Adult Swim Games. Mega Coin Squad is a platforming coin collecting game that is fast paced. The world map is comparable to the Super Mario Bros world map. There are 4 worlds and 4 levels in each world. Grass, desert, ice, and lava are the different worlds.The first 3 levels are based on collecting a certain amount of coins. The 4th level is surviving rounds of enemies.

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The goal is to collect coins and deposit them in the giant piggy bank in the level. There are other objectives that allow you to get Power Ups at the end of the level. The three objectives are collecting under a certain time per level, collecting all the coins in one bank or deposit, and not losing any lives. Each objective completed gives you a chance to hit a rotating block of different Power Ups that will strengthen your character for future play.

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There are a variety of characters to choose from. They all have different stats. There are 5 characters to start off with and you can unlock a 6th that is Robot Unicorn. You unlock the Robot Unicorn by completing all levels with a character. There are achievements that focus on passing levels and completing the game with different characters. There are also a few revolved around total coins banked, time and objective based.

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Mega Coins Squad is a fun but challenging game. It is available on Xbox One for $14.99. It can get pretty touch and will take time to master. This game has a lot of replay-ability with the different character, attainable achievements, and level objectives. There is a 4-Player local co-op mode, but I was unable to try this out. Overall I would recommend checking this game out if you are looking for something to play in between AAA games or looking to increase your gamerscore.

The GeeksFTW- Episode 222

Due to Episode 221(E3 show) being out so late we delayed 222. We plan to release 223 on time. We hope you understand. We talk about a few things post E3 and some big Destiny Taboo that has been going on lately.

If you are looking for more from us then check out our YouTube Page for game reviews, quick looks and more. We really want to know what you think of this episode so please let us know your thoughts. You can leave feedback on iTunes, Twitter, Facebook, Stitcher Radio, send email to TheGeeksFTW@gmail.com , or leave a comment below. And remember we are still looking for writers and guest hosts so if you are interested than please contact us. Show notes will be below. We hope you enjoy!

The GeeksFTW- Episode 221(E3 Episode)

We are back! This is our E3 episode. We recorded on Friday to make sure everything got covered. We sadly ran into technical difficulties, but it is out and our next episode will release Friday or Saturday. So 2 shows this week!

If you are looking for more from us then check out our YouTube Page for game reviews, quick looks and more. We really want to know what you think of this episode so please let us know your thoughts. You can leave feedback on iTunes, Twitter, Facebook, Stitcher Radio, send email to TheGeeksFTW@gmail.com , or leave a comment below. And remember we are still looking for writers and guest hosts so if you are interested than please contact us. Show notes will be below. We hope you enjoy!

The GeeksFTW- Episode 220

We are back with another episode. A little late due to a family emergency I(William) had but here it is!

If you are looking for more from us then check out our YouTube Page for game reviews, quick looks and more. We really want to know what you think of this episode so please let us know your thoughts. You can leave feedback on iTunes, Twitter, Facebook, Stitcher Radio, send email to TheGeeksFTW@gmail.com , or leave a comment below. And remember we are still looking for writers and guest hosts so if you are interested than please contact us. Show notes will be below. We hope you enjoy!

The GeeksFTW- Episode 219

Welcome to another Episode! We hope you enjoy!

If you are looking for more from us then check out our YouTube Page for game reviews, quick looks and more. We really want to know what you think of this episode so please let us know your thoughts. You can leave feedback on iTunes, Zune, Twitter, Facebook, Stitcher Radio, send email to TheGeeksFTW@gmail.com , or leave a comment below. And remember we are still looking for writers and guest hosts so if you are interested than please contact us. Show notes will be below. We hope you enjoy!

The GeeksFTW- Episode 218

We are back for another episode. We talk about games we have been playing as well as the news topics we felt needed to be discussed.

If you are looking for more from us then check out our YouTube Page for game reviews, quick looks and more. We really want to know what you think of this episode so please let us know your thoughts. You can leave feedback on iTunes, Zune, Twitter, Facebook, Stitcher Radio, send email to TheGeeksFTW@gmail.com , or leave a comment below. And remember we are still looking for writers and guest hosts so if you are interested than please contact us. Show notes will be below. We hope you enjoy!