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  • Blogs

    April 30, 2012

    Photos: 22 examples of colorful pinball machine backglass

    The Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown and Gameroom Expo went down over the weekend, with more than 100 pinball machines and arcade games available -- no quarters required. (Attendees paid a flat fee.) "We had about 1,800 people," says organizer Daniel Nikolich. "I think it went great, we had a lot of ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 25, 2012

    Rocky Mountain Pinball Showdown returns to Denver this weekend

    Like vinyl records and postcards, pinball simply will not die. Despite technology providing plenty of digital alternatives to the quarter-hungry beasts of the 1970s, the public's interest in these anachronisms doesn't seem to be waning, says Dan Nikolich, co-founder of the Rocky Mountain Pinball Sho ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 3, 2012

    Adam Laham heads back to court in case of five-year-old killing three-year-old with his gun

    It was a bloody holiday season, but there's little doubt which crime was the most startling -- the death of Rolyn Javier, age five, at the hands of a three-year-old wielding a loaded gun allegedly left out by Adam Laham, 23. Laham's slated to be back in court tomorrow for a bond hearing supported by ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 25, 2011

    Black Friday 2011: A soul-crushing compilation of humanity at its worst

    It's Black Friday in America. When flat-screen TV's at deep discounts cause annual madness. It's like that scene in 28 Days Later, when a cluster of people become infected with rage and turn on one another like mindless flesh-craving monsters. Here's a compilation of videos from today, Black Friday ... More >>

  • Music

    November 24, 2011

    Dave & Buster's reboot is a petri dish for the video-game chain

    It's Black Friday in America. When flat-screen TV's at deep discounts cause annual madness. It's like that scene in 28 Days Later, when a cluster of people become infected with rage and turn on one another like mindless flesh-craving monsters. Here's a compilation of videos from today, Black Friday ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 22, 2011

    Dave and Buster's Denver location unveils new look...and new rules

    The fourteen-year-old Dave and Buster's at 2000 South Colorado Boulevard just became the first link in the chain's 56 locations to get a major overhaul, which was unveiled last Friday. With the new look came some new rules: After 10 p.m., the spot is 21-plus only.

  • Blogs

    November 18, 2011

    Dave & Buster's on South Colorado unveils its new look today

    The new EAT at Buster's.​The fourteen-year-old Dave & Buster's location at 2000 South Colorado Boulevard just became the chain's first spot to get a major overhaul, which will be unveiled today. The redesign is the initial phase of the company's re-branding, and while there's no schedule yet ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 3, 2011

    Songza tops our list of music apps this week

    Music apps are quickly taking over our smartphones, turning music into toys, productivity tools and providing free tunes no matter where we are. This week, we've got a few great ways to find music and stream it, plus one of the best score readers for iPad yet.

  • Blogs

    August 11, 2011

    Other athletes would dwarf Chad's roommate demands

    What's that, Chad? You want our attention? What a shock...​NFL fans know Chad Ochocinco as a loudmouth. Even back when he had a real last name, 85 constantly chattered with officials, made signs asking not to be fined, tweeted constantly and sought out the spotlight in 1,001 ways. Call him a ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 3, 2011

    Artist Joseph Coniff on hippies, the Tony Tiger deathmatch and getting all that gold

    Self Portrait. ​Joseph Coniff's about to experience his first solo art opening, This is What it's Like , at RULE Gallery this Friday, August 5. He specializes in photography and sculpture, and his show will feature about eight pieces from both spectrums. What makes Coniff special, RULE owner ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 28, 2011

    Kumail Nanjiani on the things he likes and the reclaiming nerd-dom

    ​Kumail Nanjiani isn't exactly your typical comedian. Where most spend their time complaining about things they hate, Nanjiani attacks the things he loves, which happens to be activities of a decidedly nerdy persuasion: Videogames, horror and science fiction all have a place in his routine. Yo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 26, 2011

    The Human Planet and more in our new-release picks for the week of April 26, 2011

    ​This week we've got a pretty random collection of choice crap to purchase to make your life less of a waste. We know how it goes: You're bored, and the only way to fill the the void in your heart is to purchase as much media as you possibly can every week. It's okay, we understand, and that's ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 8, 2011

    Stacking, Daytripper top our new release picks for this week, February 8

    ​The beginning of February is kind of a lull in the new release schedule, but we've dug through the crap to find some truly exceptional stuff this week. In fact, there are some things we're truly excited about, especially Space Jam, which for whatever stupid reason we've held onto our love of. ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 28, 2010

    Story on porn potential on Kinect has parents scared

    ​So you just got Microsoft's new controllerless system Kinect for your kids for Christmas and you've spent the holidays jumping around your house, dancing and having an all around good time. Good news right? Finally your kid is getting off the couch and moving. Well, according to Fox News in ... More >>

  • News

    December 9, 2010

    Why do Mexican teenagers shave their heads?

    ​So you just got Microsoft's new controllerless system Kinect for your kids for Christmas and you've spent the holidays jumping around your house, dancing and having an all around good time. Good news right? Finally your kid is getting off the couch and moving. Well, according to Fox News in ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 9, 2010

    Acme Novelty Library #20, by Chris Ware, and other new releases this week, November 9, 2010

    ​Apparently this week is "awesome book week" because three of our picks come from trees, while another is based on a book. Okay, it's possible we're just attempting to show off the fact that we have the ability to read, but even so, a book from our last president, a comic collection from one o ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 28, 2010

    M.I.A. on video game violence

    ​We know when you're busy re-fighting World War II or killing alien invaders on your Xbox, you're probably saying to yourself, "Gee, this is fun, but what does pop-star/provocateur M.I.A. think of this activity?" Well, wonder no longer -- she's weighed in with her opinion at last.

  • Blogs

    June 9, 2010

    Microsoft store opens tomorrow at Park Meadows: Eat that, Apple!

    MicrosoftThe AZ store's opening.​The wait is over, nerds. Microsoft has announced the location of its third-ever store: the Park Meadows shopping center in Lone Tree. Or, as the center's promo folks like to call it, "the Park Meadows Retail Resort." Back in April, we told you Microsoft was pl ... More >>

  • Music

    April 22, 2010

    Under the electronic exterior of Savoy beats the heart of rock and roll

    MicrosoftThe AZ store's opening.​The wait is over, nerds. Microsoft has announced the location of its third-ever store: the Park Meadows shopping center in Lone Tree. Or, as the center's promo folks like to call it, "the Park Meadows Retail Resort." Back in April, we told you Microsoft was pl ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 4, 2009

    How happy does a Lender's bagel make your family?

    Bagels can bring us together​Has anyone else noticed that the number of products claiming to make your life better seems to have spiked in recent months? And it's no longer just about selling the idea of making your life easier or more convenient: Now it's all about products that claim to have ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 14, 2009

    Film on the Rocks is awesome

    Kiernan Maletsky A few things we learned at yesterday's Film on the Rocks screening of Office Space: 1. Office machines are no match for blunt instruments. Not the printer in the parking lot and not the fax machine on stage, and that was all before the movie even started. 2. People hate their job ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 18, 2008

    Flobots to critic: "I can take a hit with humility. With humility ..."

    Kiernan Maletsky A few things we learned at yesterday's Film on the Rocks screening of Office Space: 1. Office machines are no match for blunt instruments. Not the printer in the parking lot and not the fax machine on stage, and that was all before the movie even started. 2. People hate their job ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 22, 2008

    They Might Be Trashed, But Denverites Keep the Condoms Close at Hand

    Kiernan Maletsky A few things we learned at yesterday's Film on the Rocks screening of Office Space: 1. Office machines are no match for blunt instruments. Not the printer in the parking lot and not the fax machine on stage, and that was all before the movie even started. 2. People hate their job ... More >>

  • Home Entertainment

    June 19, 2008

    Ninja Gaiden II

    Ninja Gaiden II for Xbox goes heavy on the gore and glitches.

  • Film

    June 12, 2008

    Old School + New School

    The Denver Film Society

  • Music

    February 28, 2008

    Boulder Gets a New Elixir

    The Purple Martini’s owner opens a club in the People’s Republic.

  • Home Entertainment

    January 24, 2008

    Axes to Grind

    The Guitar Hero frenzy careens toward overkill.

  • Blogs

    September 25, 2007

    Confessions of a Halo Addict

    The Guitar Hero frenzy careens toward overkill.

  • Home Entertainment

    August 2, 2007

    Fuzz Busters

    The Guitar Hero frenzy careens toward overkill.

  • Home Entertainment

    June 7, 2007

    Three's a Charm

    A promising glimpse of the next Halo.

  • Film

    November 23, 2006

    Déjà Vu

    Despite the title and familiar genre, Mr. Explosion says something new.

  • News

    November 16, 2006

    Horror Show

    Zombies are attacking this city.

  • Music

    October 12, 2006

    Coming Zune

    Once again, Microsoft is chasing Apple in the hipster-hardware game. Will it make sweet music this time?

  • Home Entertainment

    February 2, 2006

    Tae Kwon Ho

    Dead or Alive 4 finally gets hardcore.

  • Home Entertainment

    December 29, 2005

    They've Got Game

    Barbarians, brain-eaters, and beagles round out the best of 2005.

  • Home Entertainment

    December 29, 2005

    Generation Next

    Microsoft's Xbox 360 fires the first shot in the next-gen console war.

  • Home Entertainment

    December 8, 2005

    Near Perfect

    Perfect Dark Zero isn't a bull's-eye, but it hits the target.

  • Calendar

    November 24, 2005

    Creme de la Chrome

    Perfect Dark Zero isn't a bull's-eye, but it hits the target.

  • Film

    November 10, 2005

    Aboard Game

    Zathura sweeps you into its alternate reality.

  • Music

    October 6, 2005

    Donkey Den

    Pulling the pin on Grenade

  • Film

    September 8, 2005

    Unsound Blunder

    Dinosaurs are extinct. A Sound of Thunder's right behind them.

  • Calendar

    September 1, 2005

    Screening Room

    The docs are in the house.

  • Sports & Recreation

    March 24, 2005

    Best New Hockey Feature in a Daily Newspaper

    The Denver Post's "Video Hockey League"

  • Sports & Recreation

    March 24, 2005

    Best Summer Camp -- Indoor

    Bits, Bytes & Bots

  • News

    March 10, 2005

    To the Lighthouse

    Samantha Spady died in the Sigma Pi house. Pastor Reza Zadeh is planning its resurrection.

  • News

    January 6, 2005

    Game On

    Video-game journalists look for a little respect.

  • Calendar

    January 1, 2004

    This Week's Day-by-Day Picks

    Video-game journalists look for a little respect.

  • Music

    December 11, 2003

    The Beatdown

    After a six-year run, MP3.com is now eMPty3.com.

  • Calendar

    October 30, 2003

    Who Done Read It?

    Mystery Writers clue kids in to reading

  • News

    October 23, 2003

    Don't Be a Playa Hata

    Cheri Thurston is rescuing the squeezebox from oblivion, one note at a time.

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