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Happy MAR10 Day to All That Celebrate

March 10, 2024March 9, 2024Z

It’s March 10th once again, meaning that it’s time to celebrate Nintendo’s diminutive plumber with video game deals, special promotions, and career retrospectives.

The loading screen for 'Dominion's' digital game features diverse humans against a medieval backdrop.

‘Dominion’ Has Gone Digital

February 29, 2024February 28, 2024Rory Bristol

Bring the magic of the world’s first deckbuilding game to the digital realm with the recent release of ‘Dominion’ on Steam and mobile.

To Me, My ‘X-Men ‘97’ Art Edition Deluxe Arcade Machine From Arcade1Up

February 28, 2024February 27, 2024Paul Benson

The X-Men take center stage in Arcade1Up’s new deluxe arcade machine.

The Pit Stop: Hit the Highway With the MOZA TSW Truck Steering Wheel

February 27, 2024February 26, 2024Paul Benson

MOZA has an innovative new steering wheel and accessories for playing truck simulators.

Refreshingly Retro – GeekDad Reviews ‘Mario vs. Donkey Kong’ for Nintendo Switch

February 14, 2024February 13, 2024Z

With massive open worlds like Hyrule and countless Pokémon to collect in other first-party Switch releases, it’s really satisfying to see Nintendo stripping things back down to the proverbial basics, and ‘Mario vs. Donkey Kong’ is all the better for it.

Explore Memory, Mystery, and Poor Parenting in ‘Another Code: Recollection’

January 18, 2024January 17, 2024Z

In ‘Another Code: Recollection’ you’ll guide 13-year-old protagonist Ashley Mizuki Robbins through the mysteries of Blood Edward Island (‘Two Memories’), and then you’ll quickly be greeted by 16-year-old Ashley as she is drawn into even more intrigue around Lake Juliet (‘Journey Into Lost Memories’).

GeekDad/GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide – Games

November 25, 2023Sarah Pinault

In case you hadn’t noticed, we love a good game around here. Card games, board games, dice games, video games, we are equal-opportunity gamers here. We love them all, whether they fit in our stockings or barely fit in the trunk of our cars. Here’s a selection of some of our current favorite games to share with your friends and family this holiday season.

A Matter of Timing — GeekDad Reviews ‘Super Mario RPG’ for the Nintendo Switch

November 15, 2023November 14, 2023Z

Everything you love about ‘Legend of the Seven Stars’ is still here in this contemporary ‘Super Mario RPG’ adventure.

Kickstarter Quick Pick: Bring Home a Modular Arcade With the Polycade Sente

November 14, 2023November 13, 2023Paul Benson

The Polycade Sente is a stylish and versatile arcade machine with a rich pedigree.

Poultry in Motion – GeekDad Reviews ‘WarioWare: Move It’

November 4, 2023November 3, 2023Z

‘WarioWare: Move It!’ is great for family gaming—garlic-breathed protagonist notwithstanding.

GeekDad First Impressions: ‘Super Mario RPG’ for Nintendo Switch

November 2, 2023November 1, 2023Z

The weird and wonderful world of ‘Super Mario RPG’ is coming soon to a Nintendo Switch near you.

Save the Princess With the ‘Ghosts ‘n Goblins’ x RepliCade From New Wave Toys

October 25, 2023October 24, 2023Paul Benson

It’s hard to go wrong with the Ghosts ‘n Goblins x Replicade.

It’s a Wonderful Life: GeekDad Reviews ‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’

October 18, 2023October 17, 2023Z

‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’ is a new high-water mark for the 2D ‘Super Mario Bros.’ line. It’s a Nintendo Switch must-have and a holiday must-play for gamer families who have gathered together to celebrate the season.

GeekDad First Impressions: ‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’

October 9, 2023Z

‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’ is wonderfully clever, wonderfully inviting, and wonderfully unexpected.

Solve the Mysteries of Ryme City in ‘Detective Pikachu Returns’

October 4, 2023October 3, 2023Z

Perhaps the real Detective Pikachu was the friends we made along the way.

The Video Games of ‘Ready Player One’ Revisited

October 1, 2023September 28, 2023Skip Owens

This is an update to an article I wrote 5 years ago on where you can play the games that were key to the plot of the ‘Ready Player One’ novel.

The Pit Stop: Take It to the Track With the Go Kart Plus Racing Simulator Cockpit From Next Level Racing

September 28, 2023September 28, 2023Paul Benson

Enjoy Go Kart-style racing in your own home.

Click That Brick! No, It’s Not Audrey 2, It’s the LEGO ‘Super Mario’ Piranha Plant

September 22, 2023September 21, 2023Paul Benson

Bring an iconic ‘Mario Bros.’ enemy to brick life.

Searching for the ‘Black Tiger’ 80’s Arcade Game

September 14, 2023September 14, 2023Skip Owens

For the last several years I have been searching every week on the Nintendo Switch eShop in their new release section for the old 80’s arcade game Black Tiger. But didn’t have any luck…until recently.

Stack Overflow: Video Games

September 11, 2023September 10, 2023Jonathan H. Liu

Jonathan explores books about video gaming!

Click That Brick! Waka Waka Waka: LEGO Icons ‘PAC-MAN’ Arcade

September 9, 2023September 8, 2023Paul Benson

Go back to the ’80s with this totally tubular ‘Pac-Man’ set from LEGO.

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Save Money With Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers

September 1, 2023August 31, 2023Z

You can easily save $20 or more on two digital video game purchases using Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers, and in a big gaming household like mine, that really adds up!

The Pit Stop: Introducing the MOZA Racing R3 Bundle for Xbox and PC

August 27, 2023August 25, 2023Paul Benson

MOZA Racing debuts their first officially-licensed direct-drive racing bundle for Xbox.

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‘Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils’ Is Its Own Kind of Retro Fun

August 26, 2023August 25, 2023Z

Relive the Game Boy Color-era gaming renaissance with gender-flipped action-platformer ‘Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils’—now available for Nintendo Switch!

Lock and Load for ‘Time Crisis’ and 3 Other New Machines From Arcade1Up

August 24, 2023August 23, 2023Paul Benson

Arcade1Up debuts 4 new arcade machines.

The Digital Version of ‘Undaunted: Normandy’ Is Now in Early Access

July 31, 2023July 31, 2023Michael Knight

‘Undaunted: Normandy’ is the digital version of the popular tabletop game of the same name. Players take on the roll of US and German units during battles from World War II. The game is in early access on Steam.

‘Diablo IV’ Takes the Popular Franchise to a New Level

July 23, 2023July 22, 2023Michael Knight

‘Diablo IV’ is the latest in the long-running series of action RPG video games and takes players to the world of Sanctuary where they must defeat the demon Lilith.

Prepare for Big, Big Fun in ‘Pikmin 4’

July 19, 2023July 18, 2023Z

‘Pikmin’ games are about the joy of discovering a world as it opens up around you, and even with all its new additions, ‘Pikmin 4’ never loses sight of that.

Click That Brick! The LEGO Icons Pac-Man Arcade Set Is Coming Soon

May 24, 2023May 23, 2023Paul Benson

Pac-Man fever hits LEGO with the Icons Pac-Man Arcade Set.

10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’

May 23, 2023May 22, 2023Z

‘Tears of the Kingdom’ is, in every way, an embarrassment of riches. Here are 10 things gamer parents should know before picking up the game for their families.

Category: Videogames

Happy MAR10 Day to All That Celebrate

‘Dominion’ Has Gone Digital

To Me, My ‘X-Men ‘97’ Art Edition Deluxe Arcade Machine From Arcade1Up

The Pit Stop: Hit the Highway With the MOZA TSW Truck Steering Wheel

Refreshingly Retro – GeekDad Reviews ‘Mario vs. Donkey Kong’ for Nintendo Switch

Explore Memory, Mystery, and Poor Parenting in ‘Another Code: Recollection’

GeekDad/GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide – Games

A Matter of Timing — GeekDad Reviews ‘Super Mario RPG’ for the Nintendo Switch

Kickstarter Quick Pick: Bring Home a Modular Arcade With the Polycade Sente

Poultry in Motion – GeekDad Reviews ‘WarioWare: Move It’

GeekDad First Impressions: ‘Super Mario RPG’ for Nintendo Switch

Save the Princess With the ‘Ghosts ‘n Goblins’ x RepliCade From New Wave Toys

It’s a Wonderful Life: GeekDad Reviews ‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’

GeekDad First Impressions: ‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’

Solve the Mysteries of Ryme City in ‘Detective Pikachu Returns’

The Video Games of ‘Ready Player One’ Revisited

The Pit Stop: Take It to the Track With the Go Kart Plus Racing Simulator Cockpit From Next Level Racing

Click That Brick! No, It’s Not Audrey 2, It’s the LEGO ‘Super Mario’ Piranha Plant

Searching for the ‘Black Tiger’ 80’s Arcade Game

Stack Overflow: Video Games

Click That Brick! Waka Waka Waka: LEGO Icons ‘PAC-MAN’ Arcade

Save Money With Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers

The Pit Stop: Introducing the MOZA Racing R3 Bundle for Xbox and PC

‘Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils’ Is Its Own Kind of Retro Fun

Lock and Load for ‘Time Crisis’ and 3 Other New Machines From Arcade1Up

The Digital Version of ‘Undaunted: Normandy’ Is Now in Early Access

‘Diablo IV’ Takes the Popular Franchise to a New Level

Prepare for Big, Big Fun in ‘Pikmin 4’

Click That Brick! The LEGO Icons Pac-Man Arcade Set Is Coming Soon

10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’

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