Oblivion: Elder Scrolls was one of those games that I played and played and played.
It was a game that I sunk my teeth into and then shook it for all it was worth.
Even after I had “beaten” the game, “beaten” the expansion – Shivering Isles – and created a whole new character, I was still transfixed by the game. Blame it on the open world format or the fact that the story was just that damn good.
Whatever the reason, I still haven’t traded in Elder Scrolls; I trade everything in once I finish a game.
Now, Dragon Age: Origins is out …read more

OK, shoppers, it’s time to get serious.
Have you been to your favorite stores and mapped out your routes for Black Friday? You must have a game plan. Don’t expect to just waltz in there and get the games and systems you’ve been pining for. You’ll end up leaving empty handed.
The two Black Friday ads that I’ve found thus far are for Best Buy and Toys “R” Us and the deals are pretty freakin’ hot. I’m sure Target ads will be leaked soon and when I find it, I’ll do a new post with those deals.
Here’s what looks good from Best …read more

Dragons Age: Origins was released yesterday and is an “epic tale of violence, lust, and betrayal.”  Sounds good to me!  This single-player fantasy RPG includes three playable character classes (players will also be able to customize their characters as well).

The storyline follows Grey Warden, an ancient guardian (one of the last of his kind!) who has guarded and defended Thedas.  After being betrayed, Grey must hunt down this traitorous general and bring him to justice.  Of course, along the way, Grey encounters some truly heinous monsters who he must conquer in order to bring unity to their troubled land.
A good …read more

I’ve bellyached for quite some time now about my need for a game with a strong story that wasn’t repetitive and managed to hold my interest for longer than an hour.
Looks like I just might find that in Dragon Age: Origins.
Even though I am a diehard PS3 fan [fangirl?] this is one game that I’m probably going to get for PC based on the awesome Tool Set. See below.
The character creation reminds me a bit of Oblivion and I’m not complaining. Being able to micromanage the character traits added realism to the game and made me feel more connected with …read more