As video games have more than proven countless times before, artificial carnage and destruction can be fun! Especially with a friend or two to join in on the action. In 2000, Avalanche Software expanded on the winning formula of their previous two Rampage titles, fully … Continue reading Rampage Through Time (2000)
When the globe has been conquered, thought often turns to space for the final frontier of exploration, and in this case domination. In 1999, building upon the home-console bloodshed of World Tour, Midway asked themselves Where could they go from here? Avalanche Software answered that … Continue reading Rampage 2: Universal Tour (1999)
Modern life, for all its conveniences, can be stressful, sometimes, we need a release from our frustrations. In the 80s, Midway created an arcade game that took the fun of the classic monster/Kaiju movies of the past and married it to the fun of committing … Continue reading Rampage World Tour (1997)
Pinball has inspired a mania. Surviving countless decades through offering players of varying levels of competency: extraordinary high scores, an intoxicating balance of skill and luck, and relatively low barriers to entry. The classic game is no stranger to elaborate themes and styles, some revamping … Continue reading Groove is in the heart, baby! Part 6: Austin Powers Pinball (2002)
There is an underlying certainty in sports, things change; players get better or retire, change teams. In professional wrestling, this is exemplified, with expanding gimmicks, or long-lasting injuries, so a yearly upgrade is to be expected. In 2000, right after the release of their debut … Continue reading ECW Anarchy Rulz (2000)
E.C.W. the three letters that would get the blood pumping to any fan of hardcore Professional Wrestling. The promotion was noted for the stars who would take the barbaric physicality of the sport to near inhuman until it was acquired by the W.W.E. In the … Continue reading ECW Hardcore Revolution (2000)
For nearly three decades, The Simpsons have been at the apex of pop-culture, with their fractured take on everyday characters winning the hearts of millions. It would be redundant to list their achievements and the countless franchising opportunities that have presented themselves. In 2001 an … Continue reading Treehouse of Simpsons Spinoffs Part 1: The Simpsons Wrestling (2001)
The great thing about follow-ups is you can learn greatly from all those that came before. What went well, what your competitors did, what needs to be reformed or deleted. It can be a great chance (if you get the chance that is) to improve, … Continue reading Rise 2: Resurrection (1996)
The Real Mr. Positive 