Why Do We Spectate?

After the close of Evo 2014, I had an epiphany about the games industry. There’s a huge community of people, gamers and non-gamers, that watch other people play games. Not only am I one of those people who watch, but I also create content for others to watch. One of the things I loved doing growing up…

Jae Blaze Reviews Metal Gear Solid Ground Zeroes

Here it is, the moment you’ve all been waiting for. The review for Metal Gear Solid 5: Ground Zeroes is in. Does this game have what it takes to stand alongside your gaming collection as a masterpiece? Or has the series gone from “Hero” to “Zero”? Presentation: Wow. “Wow” spelled backwards. It is immediately apparent…

Black Oni Podcast Episode 18: Sonic Boom!

Check out the latest episode of the Black Oni Podcast! Jae_Blaze06, SOILakaSOAD, JCMac120, and YaHomieD talk about the hot stuff in the gaming industry! Black Oni Podcast Episode 18: Sonic Boom! Download mp3 Agenda 1- I-I-I-Iiiice Breaker!! 2- Gamin’ 3- Gamin’ News 4- Hot Topic 1- INTRO/ I-I-I-ICE BREAKER!!! • What is your favorite special move…

The Problem with Game Reviews (Metrics)

People within the gaming industry rely heavily on video-game reviews, whether it’s for advertising and promotional purposes, or for the sake of providing information to gamers. Reviews have the power to inform & aid consumers in making their purchasing decisions. Reviews also have the capacity to have a negative impact on the industry. The detriment…