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April 7, 2012Tonight at Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver will be graced with the four-part Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses tour, where audiences will see the legendary Nintendo game soundtrack scored by a collection of classically trained musicians. But is this just another gimmick to get people out to ... More >>
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April 5, 2012Tonight at Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver will be graced with the four-part Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses tour, where audiences will see the legendary Nintendo game soundtrack scored by a collection of classically trained musicians. But is this just another gimmick to get people out to ... More >>
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February 1, 2012Gamers and Geeks, rejoice! Here's another reason to leave the house besides MileHiCon and the occasional run to stock up on Mountain Dew and pizza bagels: The local premier of The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses, a four-part symphony celebrating the storied franchise's theme music over th ... More >>
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January 5, 2012In this week's feature, "He's Got Game," Westword takes a look at the state's bridge culture and the importance of young players for a card game generally associated with your grandparents. After meeting him at a bridge holiday party (where he actually played against a friend's grandparents), Westwo ... More >>
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November 2, 2011It's not often we get to talk about multiplayer games in conjunction with browser games, but Roadeo provides an entirely unique and enjoyable experience that requires two players and a lot of willpower. It's a racing game, but it's unlike any racing game you've likely ever played, as it requi ... More >>
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August 25, 2011It's not often we get to talk about multiplayer games in conjunction with browser games, but Roadeo provides an entirely unique and enjoyable experience that requires two players and a lot of willpower. It's a racing game, but it's unlike any racing game you've likely ever played, as it requi ... More >>
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June 21, 2011Just because it's summer doesn't mean we can't all sit indoors and consume entertainment. After all, the hotter and nicer it gets outside, the more you need to just relax and unwind in front of the TV or a good book. Unfortunately, there are apparently no books being released this week, but w ... More >>
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April 28, 2011Kumail 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 >>
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March 29, 2011Denver is finally starting to show signs of spring, which means one thing: We need a variety of media that simulates real outdoor activities so we don't actually have to leave the house at any point. Thankfully, Tiger Woods is still somehow a spokesman for a golf game, some new books are comi ... More >>
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March 24, 2011Ethan SaksPete Berkman (bottom left) is the brains behind chiptune-ists Anamanaguchi
It's true: Drums, guitar, bass and a vintage NES can collide and create gorgeous music together. Pete Berkman, the 22-year-old behind the part-chiptune, part-traditional rock band Anamanaguchi says it was as simple ... More >>
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February 17, 2011Look, ma, I'm engaging new media!As a cultural construct, video games are better known for blowing shit up and somehow causing rape than as a scholarly pursuit. Still, like any other form of entertainment, video games engage us, capture our attention and, perhaps, alter the way we see the wor ... More >>
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February 15, 2011It's time to spend that Valentine' Day cash you got from grandma, and what better way to do it than to buy something that'll make you feel less lonely? Thankfully, there is plenty to be happy about this week, with new releases that will make you nostalgic, cause you to cry and more. If you're ... More >>
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December 27, 2010It's probably significant that Sabrina Neu originally wanted to look into substance abuse issues among students. "But that's something that's been done quite a bit," says Neu, who ended up looking into the effects of massive multiplayer online video gaming for her doctoral thesis at Universit ... More >>
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November 30, 2010 As we're nearing the year-end lull, new releases are getting few and far between. That doesn't mean we didn't track down some awesome stuff this week, though -- in fact, if you've got a love for all things Disney, you're in for one hell of a treat, and if you've ever pretended to like physic ... More >>
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October 21, 2010 As we're nearing the year-end lull, new releases are getting few and far between. That doesn't mean we didn't track down some awesome stuff this week, though -- in fact, if you've got a love for all things Disney, you're in for one hell of a treat, and if you've ever pretended to like physic ... More >>
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October 8, 2010 Soundgarden was just certified Platinum for sales of its best-of album, Telephantasm (which, incidentally, has the worst cover art of the year, beating out Hurley by a long shot) generated in one day.
On the surface, this sounds like one hell of an accomplishment, until you read the fine pr ... More >>
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September 23, 2010 Soundgarden was just certified Platinum for sales of its best-of album, Telephantasm (which, incidentally, has the worst cover art of the year, beating out Hurley by a long shot) generated in one day.
On the surface, this sounds like one hell of an accomplishment, until you read the fine pr ... More >>
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June 3, 2010 Soundgarden was just certified Platinum for sales of its best-of album, Telephantasm (which, incidentally, has the worst cover art of the year, beating out Hurley by a long shot) generated in one day.
On the surface, this sounds like one hell of an accomplishment, until you read the fine pr ... More >>
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January 21, 2010Ever since the launch of Harmonix's Guitar Hero in 2005 there has been an ongoing debate between musicians and gamers about the legitimacy of the multi-colored guitar peripherals in regards to teaching people how to play. We're not going to weigh in on the debate, but with the introduction of the Ro ... More >>
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August 7, 2008Copper Mountain’s Guitar Town brings the music to you.
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June 12, 2008Fake-instrument overload offers plenty to fret about.
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May 29, 2008Fake-instrument overload offers plenty to fret about.
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March 6, 2008It's always dead at The Club.
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January 10, 2008Indy Legends brings Brickyard history to life.
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December 27, 2007Indy Legends brings Brickyard history to life.
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December 13, 2007It's never been easier to start your own (fake) band.
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December 6, 2007It's never been easier to start your own (fake) band.
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November 12, 2007It's never been easier to start your own (fake) band.
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November 1, 2007The Revolution will be televised — and plenty addictive, too.
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October 18, 2007Jackass presents the world’s biggest waste of time.
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October 4, 2007The Wii's latest pool game is a cue stick in the mud.
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August 23, 2007Soccer gets a surreal twist in Mario Strikers Charged.
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July 17, 2007Soccer gets a surreal twist in Mario Strikers Charged.
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May 31, 2007Brooktown High takes you under the bleachers.
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May 24, 2007Spider-Man 3 spins a web of mediocrity.
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May 17, 2007Marble Mania rolls out a winner for the Wii.
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May 3, 2007Super Paper Mario is flat-out fun.
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April 19, 2007Cooking Mama for the Wii looks good enough to eat.
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April 5, 2007Wing Island might make you cry fowl.
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December 28, 2006It's just the only standout in an otherwise shameful launch.
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November 16, 2006Final Fantasy XII: Role-playing on autopilot.
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October 26, 2006Just Cause features acres and acres of… foliage.
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June 22, 2006As video games go indie, here's some ideas for a few likely pairings.
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March 9, 2006A Resident Evil remake captures all the creepy fun of the original.
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February 2, 2006Dead or Alive 4 finally gets hardcore.
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December 29, 2005Barbarians, brain-eaters, and beagles round out the best of 2005.
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January 13, 2005From the week of January 13, 2005
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December 16, 2004The Army's Special Forces game moves in for the kill.
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December 4, 2003The Parker Cyber Station serves up death and destruction all night long.
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