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It may be hard to believe, but the release date of one of the most anticipated video games in a long time is nearing. In recent months, starting with the Spore Creature Creator, we have been teased and taunted with little samples of the game, intended to keep our breath… Continue Reading »

I suppose it was only a matter of time before the Sims invaded the iPod as well. They should just rename the franchise “Invasion of the Platform Snatchers.” Every time I visit another household where someone’s playing a Sims game, I go to the basement to search for pods. Obviously,… Continue Reading »

I somehow missed out on the entire Bomberman franchise, but I know of many gamers who swear by it. The game can be traced back to 1983, when it appeared on a bunch of computers I’ve never heard of. It was when it showed up on the NES in 1987… Continue Reading »

Soon after the launch of the iPhone 3G and the release of the iPhone 2.0 software, Appletell ran an article titled “Will the iPhone kill iPod Click Wheel gaming?” There’s no doubt the iPhone and iPod touch were viable gaming platforms the moment the App Store opened, what with high… Continue Reading »

After owning my iPod for a few months, I decided to purchase a few games to play while listening to some tunes and podcasts. Pole Position: Remix was one of them. After playing one race, I quickly felt the style of gameplay was much different. Your average racing game doesn’t… Continue Reading »

The little blue hedgehog who wouldn’t die is now on the iPod. Sonic the Hedgehog couldn’t save the Sega consoles, but can he turn the iPod into a legitimate handheld gaming device? No, of course not, and for the obvious reasons. Still, I have to admit there is a certain… Continue Reading »

FROM GAMERTELL - Square Enix’s Song Summoner: The Unsung Heroes is an admirable strategic RPG for iPods. While it does have frequent loading periods and is a battery hog, it is also an engaging game that is perfectly suited for the device.
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Yes, and it’s about time we put it out of its misery. Even before the iPhone, the iPod never stood a chance as a legitimate gaming device. This saddens me somewhat, too, because I really wanted it to be. I viewed gaming on the iPod much as I do on… Continue Reading »

FROM GAMERTELL - Gamertell imported 20 assorted music tracks into Square Enix’s Song Summoner: The Unsung Heroes to see what Tune Troopers would come out. Find out what kind of warriors songs like “One-Winged Angel,” “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Still Alive” spawn.
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FROM GAMERTELL - So, you’ve just downloaded Song Summoner: The Unsung Heroes and you’re not quite sure how to build your massive army. Check out these four, helpful hints to create some sturdy Tune Troopers.
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