Review: No More Heroes 2:Desperate Struggle (Wii)

Suda 51 and Grasshopper Manufacture, Inc. are back with a sequel to one of the most ridiculous, gratuitous, waggle-heavy games to hit the Wii.  There were plenty of complaints with the first outing. In fact, it couldn’t hold my interest to the end. But has that all been addressed with the sequel?  Get your otaku…

Editorial: On Relevance and the Real (E)state of the JRPG

As years pass and more consoles are released, it becomes more apparent that some genres either relocate or become obsolete. Where are our puzzle games, 2D platformers, and on-rail shooters today? For the most part, they’re restricted to hand-held consoles, DLC, and arcade cabinets.

We’re knee deep in this current generation of consoles, and I’m wondering if the Japanese RPG has a similar fate.

SideQuesting taking requests for PAX East 2010 coverage

With PAX East around the corner, we’re trying to stay on our toes.  SideQuesting Alpha Team (Dali and Ryan) will be in Boston covering the event next month. Since there will be several panels and games to try out, we may be a little swamped. Therefore, we’re turning to the readers. If you can’t be…

Interview: Michael James of 8-Bit Vintners

Wine, according to Mike James, founder of 8-Bit Vintners, is meant to be a fun, enjoyable experience. Growing up a gamer himself, James’ wine selection offers that fun experience, especially those of our gaming youth.