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(05/07/12 3:11am)
Almost everyone in the world recognizes “Call of Duty,” but far fewer know that Raven Software, a game development studio based right here in Madison, was an integral part of the franchise’s most recent releases. However, Raven’s history far predates “Call of Duty” as they have been developing acclaimed titles since their inception in the early 1990s.
(05/01/12 1:49am)
Like the zombies that populate its universe, “The Walking Dead” franchise has slowly consumed all facets of our culture. From the original comic series to the hit AMC show and now video games, it’s hard to escape the clutches of Robert Kirkman’s creation.
(04/16/12 2:39am)
More often than not, a game with a troubled development cycle is destined for mediocrity. Since its announcement nearly five years ago, “Fez” has gone through several iterations as its creator, Phil Fish, sought perfection from his deeply personal product.
(04/11/12 5:41am)
Surrounded by an endless expanse of sand, you wake up in a foreign world with only a shimmering mountaintop looming ominously in the distance. Devoid of options, you begin your journey towards a goal that could mark either a sanctuary or a false hope. Suddenly, a bright figure appears in the distance.
(03/22/12 1:34am)
When BioWare first introduced the “Mass Effect” series, they set out to create a franchise where meaningful decisions were carried over from one game to the next. There had been similar promises before by other titles, but none were able to do so successfully. “Mass Effect 3” delivers on everything BioWare has promised from the beginning, giving players an explosive finale to their grand space opera and in the process, crafting one of the most personal gaming experiences possible.
(02/09/12 4:19am)
As much as I love the exploration and discovery in massive
open-world role-playing games (RPGs), their unintuitive combat
systems have always tempered my enthusiasm. Intense, fluid combat
and large scale RPGs always seemed mutually exclusive, but
"Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning" successfully bridges this gap.
While sticking closely to typical RPG conventions, the dynamic
action of "Reckoning" sets it apart from other role-playing
games.
(01/30/12 5:21am)
2011 will forever go down as one of the best years in gaming
history. Fantastic titles such as "Arkham City," "Skyrim" and
"Portal 2" all brought amazing experiences into gamers' lives, but
that's no reason to scoff at the promising lineup coming in 2012.
Here are my ten most anticipated titles of the year:
(12/28/11 7:22pm)
Ubisoft's popular limbless mascot has been MIA on consoles since
his previous entry, "Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc" from last generation.
"Rayman Origins" marks his valiant return and offers one of the
best 2D platformers on consoles. The manic gameplay perfectly
complements the stunning visuals and has effectively brought a
long-dormant franchise back into relevancy.
(10/17/11 6:00am)
While many may compare ""Just Dance"" to the other hit dancing game
on the market, ""Dance Central,"" they are two vastly different
experiences. ""Just Dance 3"" is a party title first and foremost,
the infectious visual design and varied soundtrack will make this
game an immediate hit for any gathering. This third game sticks to
the fundamentals that made the prior two games so popular while
adding several new features that enhance the overall
experience.
(05/03/11 6:00am)
This past weekend I took a brief trip to the Twin Cities to look
for housing for next year. It's bittersweet, but as they say, I am
moving on to the next chapter in my life. Specifically, I'm moving
to a state that apparently has a few more lakes than our dear ol'
Wisconsin. But, I'm calling shenanigans on the ""Land of 10,000
Lakes"" slogan; I was there for four days and the only water I saw
was the puddle I clumsily stepped in on my way to a business
conference. Ewww—business conference. Those adult sounding words
have never been in my vocabulary, and now, shit, they are going to
be part of my reality.
(04/11/11 6:00am)
Sometimes when judging a piece of art, you have to put effort above
actual success. Joe Wright's new film ""Hanna"" doesn't work most
of the time. However, it's admirable that it's aiming for something
special and going at it with full force. You combine that with the
few scenes that do work very well and you've actually got a movie
worth seeing.
(03/22/11 6:00am)
Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen filed an appeal Monday
to lift the temporary restraining order a Dane County judge placed
on Gov. Scott Walker's budget repair bill.
(01/24/11 6:00am)
(04/04/10 6:00am)
Regardless of the outcome of tomorrow's Dane County Board of Supervisors' election, District 5 representation will be greatly improved. However, we must raise a voice in opposition to the Editorial Board's endorsement of Democratic candidate Analiese Eicher. Eicher, who we are sure would make the Dane County seat more visible on campus and greatly improve student outreach, is regrettably ill-prepared for the job of District 5 representative.
(10/29/09 6:00am)
Seniors Chris Maragos and O'Brien Schofield are leading an
improved Wisconsin defense this season. Both are enjoying career
years. Maragos leads the Badgers in interceptions with three,
including one to secure the victory over Fresno State. Schofield
has racked up 6.5 sacks and 16.5 tackles for loss while getting
national attention for his skills. While the defensive is prone to
struggle to stay strong all game, the leadership of Maragos and
Schofield is the key to this squad's success.
(10/28/09 6:00am)
University Health Services reported 74 H1N1 cases on campus this
week, about 50 percent more than last week, though infections are
still down drastically since early September.
(09/09/09 6:00am)
UW-Madison stem-cell researcher and
professor of anatomy James Thomson worried little about the funding
for stem-cell research during President Bush's terms. He especially
did not think it impacted the amount of people involved in
stem-cell research.
(05/06/09 6:00am)
I don't think I'm alone here when I say that most UW students
don't enjoy the week after Mifflin. Reality sets in quickly and I
realize what an absurd amount of reading needs to be done to make
up for a semester of relentless procrastination. But while the idea
of finals sounds nauseating, the week after Mifflin is also a week
closer to summer, an amazing time to be a sports fan. This summer
offers another exciting schedule, so here's a preview of some top
events to look forward to in the summer of 2009.
(11/13/08 6:00am)
Wisconsin cross country runner Landon Peacock thought that if
the Badgers' Big Ten title streak was ever going to end while he
was on the team, it would have happened this year. Since Wisconsin
had its two top returners struggling with injuries early in the
season, two good runners transferring out and a new head coach, it
appeared Michigan had a decent shot at upsetting the Badger
dynasty, especially at the Wolverines' home course.
(05/08/08 6:00am)
From summer workouts to the first day they ran the hill and all
the way to the NCAA Tournament, one word led the way to an
improbable season for the Wisconsin men's basketball team. Four
letters spell it out clearly on the wall of Bo Ryan's office:
NEXT.""