Why Dreadnought is a Sleeper Hit

Andy from Sandbox Strategies informed me of a game called Dreadnought that I should keep a watchful eye on moving forward heading into embracing PC gaming. I’m convinced, that after trying Dreadnought out for the first time at PAX East 2015, that it is undeniably a sleeper hit, and here are the reasons why. In premise, it doesn’t…

Black Oni Podcast Episode 31: Metacritic Strikes Again!

Download the MP3 here 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 gaming guilty pleasure/ What game is not critically scored favorably, but you really enjoy? 2- GAMIN’ • Whatcha playin’? • Latest/New game releases: Hyrule Warriors, Destiny, D4, Danganropa 2: Goodbye Despair,…

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…

Black Oni Podcast Episode 28: Destiny is Calling

Agenda 1- I-I-I-Iiiice Breaker!! 2- Gamin’ 3- Gamin’ News 4- Hot Topic 1- INTRO/ I-I-I-ICE BREAKER!!! • Based on what we know about the games coming, which story are you most interested in playing this year? 2- GAMIN’ • Whatcha playin’? • Latest/New game releases: Hand of Fate, Claire, The Wolf Among Us ep5, Destiny Beta,…

Astro Decibel Physics: Are the Astro A50’s right for you?

I’ve spent the last month and a half putting the latest Astro A50’s to the test, playing everything from shooters, RPG’s, and adventure titles. So, are these fully wireless headsets worth the $300 price tag? Read on to find out. Presentation: It sounds a bit silly to some to discuss presentation for a product review, but in all honesty,…

Black Oni Podcast Episode 23: All Aboard The Hype Train!

Join Jae_Blaze06 and JCMac120 in this fupic conversation about the “Hype Train” and craziness going on in the gaming industry today!! 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 the most overhyped game in your opinion? 2- GAMIN’ • Whatcha playin’? • Latest/New…

Astro A40 Wireless System (2011 edition) Impressions

Everyone has their own gaming setup preferences, but I’m interestingly often asked about my own gaming setup. Amongst all aspects of a gaming setup, audio is always a prevalent topic. Although I don’t have in depth experience with every piece of audio equipment that exists in the wild, I do have a personal taste when it…

PAX East 2014: Oculus Rift Hands On

The line for Oculus Rift was insane; a line formed to get INTO the line, which seemed to be capped at all times of the day while at PAX. For some gamers, the Oculus Rift was their sole purpose for being there, and they were determined to get in line to check it out first hand. As…

Black Oni Podcast Episode 20: Drunk off of Gaming

Welcome to another FUPICSODE of the Black Oni Podcast! This episode is themed around Saint Patrick’s day. Will is off to Japan in a few days, so we decided to do a little something special for the 20th episode! Download MP3  Agenda 1- I-I-I-Iiiice Breaker!! 2- Gamin’ 3- Gamin’ News 4- Hot Topic 1- INTRO/…

Black Oni Podcast Episode 19: You ARE the controller!

Episode 19 is upon us, and it’s pretty long! (that’s what she said). We have a new guest on the Black Oni Podcast who goes by the name AJs2fast4nos. 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’s the most vintage/oldest console you’ve played? 2-…