VGW: Read Beyond the Headline
May 2013 is a deceptively busy month. While there aren’t many triple-A blockbusters, there is plenty to choose from. From sequels to cult hits to a re-release that hopes to fill the Donkey Kong-shaped hole in the lives of many 3DS owners, the May 2013 video game releases could mean a big month for many [...]
This month’s Essential Gaming column is running a little late thanks to all of the PAX East coverage, but even after the ridiculousness that was March, the April 2013 video game releases makes this month a worthy successor. With the latest from the makers of Mortal Kombat, two promising new IPs, and two new entries [...]
While there is typically a month or two early on in the year that floods the schedule with launch dates, this month is a special beast. With several new entries into adored and even a couple of long-dormant franchises, the March 2013 video game releases make this month look as though it would be right [...]
Up until now, Essential Gaming has focused entirely on the games we were looking forward to. But what about when one of those games comes out and doesn’t live up to the hype? That’s why we’re starting the Essential Gaming Postmortem — an examination of where we were right in our choices and where we [...]
After a deceptively busy release schedule in January, the February 2013 video game releases are much less subtle. Featuring new entries in several iconic franchises, the this month’s release schedule will undoubtedly empty a few wallets before the real party starts in March. First person shooting fans will even be able to venture beyond this [...]
Following holiday 2012, I think it’s safe to say that we all could use a little break from spending money, and luckily January is just the ticket. December provided some refuge, but with one HD collection release, two newly localized games that have been out in Japan and one digital download that’s been available on [...]
2012 is nothing more than a memory now, and while we’ve given out our Game of the Year awards, as well as our E.T. Awards (for the worst of the year), it’s time to look back at how each of the big three did this year. When mid-year grades were assigned, all three seemed to [...]
2012 had an incredible lineup of strong video game releases; so much so that many of the “must-play” titles have been missed by many members of our staff. The year may be over, but that doesn’t mean we won’t be playing catch-up with all of 2012′s best releases. These are the games that our staff [...]
After much deliberation, VGW has announced its winners for all categories for Game of the Year 2012. Check out the full list of winners (and losers) below! While you’re at it, check out the personal Game of the Year 2012 lists for several of the VGW staff members and see who you most identify with! [...]
After much deliberation, VGW has named its 2012 Game of the Year categorical winners, and while we attempted to get as much input from as many of our contributors as possible, there was no way each team member would be represented in a way that was fair. With that in mind, we decided to give [...]
After three stellar months of releases, finding five strong games in December proves slightly more difficult. If you aren’t already buried under the avalanche of titles from the holiday explosion and the Wii U launch, chances are, you won’t find much more in the December 2012 video game releases. The month is not without its [...]
This November may not be as insane as last year’s, but with some of the biggest releases of the year hitting in the next 30 days, there are still more than enough blockbuster releases to be excited about. November 2012′s video game releases include new entries into the two biggest first person shooter franchises, and [...]
Last year, it was well-documented how crazy the holiday release schedule was, but this year, there isn’t quite as much commotion. Despite the less-than-overwhelming hype for this year’s holiday release schedule, gaming on a budget is going to be as difficult as it has ever been. Sure, November might not be as jam-packed with AAA [...]