Otakon 2011: A Recap

By Sarah Barrett | Published: August 8, 2011

OVER 9000!!!!! ...headbands!!! (What, 9000?!)

It has been a week since Otakon 2011, and I trust that everyone has gotten over their hangover, “conplague”, and POD (that’s “Post Otakon Depression”) by now. I know I had a blast! But before I get to my recap, I’d to publically shame and shun whoever brought illness to this year’s Otakon – I blame you for my bronchitis, and I am afraid that if we ever meet, I may stab you in the eye with a keyblade (don’t worry, it’s made of cardboard and spray paint). And now that the important issue is out of the way, I can commence with my review.  I would like to give this year’s Otakon a grade of B+ based on the following criteria.

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A Match Made in Platformer Paradise?

By Sarah Barrett | Published: August 8, 2011

For some, marriage came seem like game over. The end of the line. Life as you know it is finished.  But for others, marriage is the binding of two kindred spirits into something far more awesome.  Here at Baltimoregamer, we decided to pair up some unlikely videogame –icon couples (After all, Mario and Peach is way too overdone).  You tell us- match made in Platformer Paradise? Or are these marriages headed toward “Game Over”?

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WHY JAPANESE GAME DEVELOPERS HAVE BEEN FULL OF FAIL! (A Rant from the Desk of HULKGameCrit)

By Guest Post | Published: July 25, 2011

Today, we welcome guest-writer “HULK” *, known as the HulkGameCrit on Twitter. The Hulk game critic is known for his unique and raw reviews. The following review is written in the same format and style that is used on his blog.

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Cosplay Survival Guide- Everything You Need to Know to Look the Part at Otakon

By Sarah Barrett | Published: July 21, 2011

We're here to help. Seriously. Accept our help.

Whether you’re new to the wonderful world of cosplay, or a seasoned veteran in need of a refresher course, you have come to the right place. Otakon, the largest anime and Japanese culture convention on the East Coast, is right around the corner, and it’s time to get serious about some cosplay!

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Run for Your Lives!! Zombies Want your Brain This October

By Abby Tang | Published: July 15, 2011

I might very well be the biggest coward on the planet. My idea of watching a horror movie is reading the online spoiler blogs. I can spot a stink bug from five hundred feet away with a blood-curdling scream. I still check under my bed every night for the Boogey Man. But yet… I am strangely fascinated with zombie video games. Ever since losing a bet and being forced to play Left For Dead alone in the dark (and yes, they made me set off the witch), I’ve become somewhat attached to the post-zombie-apocalyptic genre.  But lately, I’ve been wondering if all the hours I have spent playing Resident Evil, Dead Rising, and Left For Dead will really prepare me in the event of an actual zombie apocalypse. Would I be able to survive a wave of zombies chasing me down?

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“You’re It! viaPlace Brings Back Childhood Pastime with Mobile Game of Elimination”

By Adam Flynn | Published: July 11, 2011

Do you ever wish you could return to the good ol’ days on the school yard, chasing your fellow classmates and playing Tag? Just because you’re an adult now doesn’t mean you can’t revisit your childhood. viaPlace, an affiliate product company of Mindgrub Technologies here in Baltimore, has recently developed a new app called TAG, which brings this favorite pastime to a whole new level.

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Geeky Game Preview: Killer Bunnies and the Quest for the Magic Carrot

By Abby Tang | Published: July 6, 2011

Bunnies? Magic Carrot? I know what you’re thinking… “Has she completely snapped?”  No, I haven’t. And even though I have played through the entire Lego: Pirates of the Caribbean game this weekend to 100% completion, I would like to make it clear that I still hold onto a tiny shred of sanity.

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The Cake is Not a Lie: Awesome Wedding Cakes for the Geeky Couple

By Sarah Barrett | Published: July 1, 2011

With wedding season upon us, there is no doubt that more than a few BaltimoreGamers are getting hitched this year. But when geeks fall in love, the traditional wedding and grooms cakes just don’t cut it. Where’s the personality? Where’s the fun? And hey, even if you aren’t getting hitched any time soon, bake up one of these beauties and enjoy!

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Nintendo Symphony Coming Soon to a Country Near You

By Damien Reed | Published: June 28, 2011

Accompanying the Zelda hero Link at this year’s Nintendo E3 conference was more than his trusty stead of magical fairies. No, on this day, Link’s companion and ally was the accompaniment of a live orchestra.

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What Do You Love? A New Page for Google Results

By Abby Tang | Published: June 28, 2011

What do you love?

It may seem like a simple question, but it’s the perfect fit for Google’s new simple search engine. TechCrunch recently announced that Google has quietly launched a new website that compiles all of its top tools into a single, searchable page called, “What do you love?”

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