My acquisition and playing of new videogames has gone way down. I am currently playing Minecraft, which is close to getting an 11/10, but my focus now is more on doing game design stuff, and writing about it. Looking at getting one of my games published actually.
Anyhow, the blog I am writing on now is here:
http://boardgamegeek.com/blog/603/docreasons-designer-hq-rest-tbd
Check it out sometime. That and the various other projects are keeping me from coming over to here and writing.
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
The book "Reality is Broken" is recommended...
I just finished "Reality is Broken". I found it a very good book to explain the appeal of games, and how to make reality more fun applying the principles behind designing good games. More info on it is here:
http://realityisbroken.org/
http://realityisbroken.org/
Saturday, February 5, 2011
How did my prediction on how the 3DS would be turn out?
I posted this in 2010, before things finally came in:
http://goes-to-11.blogspot.com/2010/04/predictions-on-nintendo-3ds-and-next.html
Ok, will look a bit by bit at each part of the prediction:
* Graphics comparable to 360 and PS3, but smaller.
After dust cleared: To be determined. Some look real good, but others not the same. I would say nope here on whole. Sony's next handheld is said to be pushing graphics similar to the PS3.
* Use the case seen with the DSi XL. Will have two analog sticks at the bottom (one on each side of the screen, in addition to the D-Pad). It will also add two trigger buttons on the unit (under the normal buttons), and have a layout similar to what is seen with the 360 and PS3. Will have the similar layout for the screens with the top screen being 3D and the bottom one still being touch screen. It will be clam shell as has been the norm.
After dust clears: Mixed. Right about case and two screens. Wrong about two triggers and also the second analog stick. Motion sensor can be argued to make the second analog stick not needed. 3D sliders wasn't seen by me.
* Next Nintendo home console will run 3DS software, along with Wii software. It will have full integration with the 3DS system, and allow players to use their 3DS systems as controllers with the next Nintendo home console. Look for the possibility of 16 player simultaneous LAN party action using the next Nintendo home console.
After dust cleared: Dust has not cleared yet on this.
* The 3DS will feature improved connection to the Internet and Nintendo will expand its online service to be closer to the 360 and PS3. Downloadable movies will also be a possibility.
After dust cleared: Still to be determined, but I would still hold likely. Nintendo has talked about an expanded service for the 3DS.
* Will be priced at $200 at launch, $250 max.
After the dust cleared: It is clocking in at the $250 max price point.
* Will contain numerous titles not yet released on the Wii, like F-Zero, and possibly a 3D Punch Out.
After the dust cleared: F-Zero is not clear yet, but the rest looks to be true. Star Fox is supposed to be coming to the 3DS as is Kid Icarus.
Net outcome? Mixed bag.
http://goes-to-11.blogspot.com/2010/04/predictions-on-nintendo-3ds-and-next.html
Ok, will look a bit by bit at each part of the prediction:
* Graphics comparable to 360 and PS3, but smaller.
After dust cleared: To be determined. Some look real good, but others not the same. I would say nope here on whole. Sony's next handheld is said to be pushing graphics similar to the PS3.
* Use the case seen with the DSi XL. Will have two analog sticks at the bottom (one on each side of the screen, in addition to the D-Pad). It will also add two trigger buttons on the unit (under the normal buttons), and have a layout similar to what is seen with the 360 and PS3. Will have the similar layout for the screens with the top screen being 3D and the bottom one still being touch screen. It will be clam shell as has been the norm.
After dust clears: Mixed. Right about case and two screens. Wrong about two triggers and also the second analog stick. Motion sensor can be argued to make the second analog stick not needed. 3D sliders wasn't seen by me.
* Next Nintendo home console will run 3DS software, along with Wii software. It will have full integration with the 3DS system, and allow players to use their 3DS systems as controllers with the next Nintendo home console. Look for the possibility of 16 player simultaneous LAN party action using the next Nintendo home console.
After dust cleared: Dust has not cleared yet on this.
* The 3DS will feature improved connection to the Internet and Nintendo will expand its online service to be closer to the 360 and PS3. Downloadable movies will also be a possibility.
After dust cleared: Still to be determined, but I would still hold likely. Nintendo has talked about an expanded service for the 3DS.
* Will be priced at $200 at launch, $250 max.
After the dust cleared: It is clocking in at the $250 max price point.
* Will contain numerous titles not yet released on the Wii, like F-Zero, and possibly a 3D Punch Out.
After the dust cleared: F-Zero is not clear yet, but the rest looks to be true. Star Fox is supposed to be coming to the 3DS as is Kid Icarus.
Net outcome? Mixed bag.
Review: LittleBigPlanet 2
Review: LittleBigPlanet 2.
Genre: Platformer, game construction set.
System: Playstation 3.
Reviewer: Rich Hutnik
Summary: Battle against Negativitron as you attempt to set the universe of Sackboy right playing through a series of game genres, including platformers and shooters. Players also have a powerful construction set to not only create new levels, but new games.
Pros:
* Positive story in campaign mode that speaks to having positive thoughts and a good attitude.
* Excellent music on a number of the campaign levels.
* Broad range of game styles in campaign mode, from not only platformer, but also side scrolling shooter, and run and gun, to small puzzlers and scrolling racer.
* Pulls off the rare feat of, while being a construction set based, NOT feeling cookie cutter in level design.
* VERY large range of user created content in style. So far, LBP2 has seen a Minesweeper game, racing games, pinball, dual stick shooter and puzzles. More content is being added all the time.
* Including original content online for LittleBigPlanet 1, there are MILLIONS of levels and mini-games available.
* Epic is a near understatement for the broadness LitteBigPlanet 2 covers.
* Four player simultaneous play available on a number of levels.
* Move support.
* If you had/have LittleBigPlanet 1, and you save your defaults, they transfer over to LittleBigPlanet 2. This includes your Sackboy.
Final Score:
11/10 (see commentary regarding this review to understand the basis of it getting an 11/10. The reviewer of this game is a big fan of Sackboy and LittleBigPlanet 1).
Genre: Platformer, game construction set.
System: Playstation 3.
Reviewer: Rich Hutnik
Summary: Battle against Negativitron as you attempt to set the universe of Sackboy right playing through a series of game genres, including platformers and shooters. Players also have a powerful construction set to not only create new levels, but new games.
Pros:
* Positive story in campaign mode that speaks to having positive thoughts and a good attitude.
* Excellent music on a number of the campaign levels.
* Broad range of game styles in campaign mode, from not only platformer, but also side scrolling shooter, and run and gun, to small puzzlers and scrolling racer.
* Pulls off the rare feat of, while being a construction set based, NOT feeling cookie cutter in level design.
* VERY large range of user created content in style. So far, LBP2 has seen a Minesweeper game, racing games, pinball, dual stick shooter and puzzles. More content is being added all the time.
* Including original content online for LittleBigPlanet 1, there are MILLIONS of levels and mini-games available.
* Epic is a near understatement for the broadness LitteBigPlanet 2 covers.
* Four player simultaneous play available on a number of levels.
* Move support.
* If you had/have LittleBigPlanet 1, and you save your defaults, they transfer over to LittleBigPlanet 2. This includes your Sackboy.
Final Score:
11/10 (see commentary regarding this review to understand the basis of it getting an 11/10. The reviewer of this game is a big fan of Sackboy and LittleBigPlanet 1).
Challenge reviewing LittleBigPlanet 2, and a solution.
I have been wanting to review LittleBigPlanet 2 on here. An issue I have faces is the issue of content for it. Due to the sheer amount of content, it is tricky trying to find the best of the best of user generated content. This sheer amount of content is the strength of LittleBigPlanet 2, but also makes it a challenge to find it. Because of this, I had been tossed on deciding what the final score should be. Well, I have now decided on a final score and have come up with a solution.
The solution is, from time to time, I will post reviews of specific levels in LittleBigPlanet 2, that users created, that are really worth the time. With a guide like this, LBP2 is definitely worth the final score it will be given. Check the review of LittleBigPlanet 2 on here to see what I mean.
The solution is, from time to time, I will post reviews of specific levels in LittleBigPlanet 2, that users created, that are really worth the time. With a guide like this, LBP2 is definitely worth the final score it will be given. Check the review of LittleBigPlanet 2 on here to see what I mean.
Review: Filler 2
Review: Filler 2
Genre: Action-arcade.
System: Web browser game (using Flash)
Reviewer: Rich Hutnik
Summary: User mouse to point and click to fill play area with bubbles/balls, while avoiding having them pop by balls that bounce around the screen as they are filled in. Players get so many attempts before the game can end. Filled in balls/bubbles, don't pop and then fall to the bottom of the screen. Clever strategy and quick hand-eye coordination required to be able to complete levels. Game play is cousin to the arcade game Qix, but adds its own unique twist.
Pros:
* Very addictive gameplay.
* Refreshing twist on Qix.
* Free to play. One place to play is here:
http://www.shockwave.com/gamelanding/filler2.jsp
* Easy to master controls.
* Surprising depth.
* I LOVE this game.
Final Score:
10/10
Genre: Action-arcade.
System: Web browser game (using Flash)
Reviewer: Rich Hutnik
Summary: User mouse to point and click to fill play area with bubbles/balls, while avoiding having them pop by balls that bounce around the screen as they are filled in. Players get so many attempts before the game can end. Filled in balls/bubbles, don't pop and then fall to the bottom of the screen. Clever strategy and quick hand-eye coordination required to be able to complete levels. Game play is cousin to the arcade game Qix, but adds its own unique twist.
Pros:
* Very addictive gameplay.
* Refreshing twist on Qix.
* Free to play. One place to play is here:
http://www.shockwave.com/gamelanding/filler2.jsp
* Easy to master controls.
* Surprising depth.
* I LOVE this game.
Final Score:
10/10
Friday, January 7, 2011
Review: Gran Turismo 5
Review: Gran Turismo 5
Genre: Racing Sim
System: Playstation 3 (system exclusive)
Reviewer: Rich Hutnik
Summary: Extensive driving simulator exclusive to the Playstation 3. Includes extensive number of cars and other features.
Pros:
* Largest collection of cars of any game on a home console (1000).
* Massive in scale, covering a wide range of race types and vehicles, from rally car, to Nascar, to go carts.
* Track generator provides a wide number of new tracks to be saved and can be reused.
* Premium models are very detailed.
* Sizeable online community to race against, and interact with, either on the racetrack or via the online market.
* Excellent music.
Final Score:
10/10
Genre: Racing Sim
System: Playstation 3 (system exclusive)
Reviewer: Rich Hutnik
Summary: Extensive driving simulator exclusive to the Playstation 3. Includes extensive number of cars and other features.
Pros:
* Largest collection of cars of any game on a home console (1000).
* Massive in scale, covering a wide range of race types and vehicles, from rally car, to Nascar, to go carts.
* Track generator provides a wide number of new tracks to be saved and can be reused.
* Premium models are very detailed.
* Sizeable online community to race against, and interact with, either on the racetrack or via the online market.
* Excellent music.
Final Score:
10/10
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