The top five unexpectedly awesome DS games of 2008
As a counterpart to my earlier list of disappointing Wii games, I’ve put together a year-end list of the best unexpected surprises on Nintendo’s handheld. Like the last list, these aren’t just notable games - they’re titles that weren’t looking so hot (or they arrived under the radar), and they… Continue Reading »
Ninjatown strategies for success: Guaranteed to help with over 9,000 enemies!
If you’re playing Ninjatown, I’m sure you’re feeling a bit of pressure. After all, its on you to protect Ninjatown and save the secret ninja cookie recipe! With monsters constantly assaulting the areas you’re in, it can be quite a challenge to find a method that works for you. Luckily,… Continue Reading »
Gamertell Review: Ninjatown for DS
Title: Ninjatown Price: $29.99 System(s): Nintendo DS Release Date: October 28, 2008 Publisher (Developer): SouthPeak Games (Venan Entertainment and Cashmere Productions) ESRB Rating: “Everyone” for Crude Humor and Mild Cartoon Violence Pros: Incredibly clever writer, unique art style, great game-play, wonderful characters and lots of options to win each level.… Continue Reading »
Ninja Town celebrations - preorder pocket plush ninjas and parties
Ninja Town is going to be arriving with quite a bit of fanfare in the US - a bit ironic. You’d think a ninja themed game would stealthly slip into stores, but Ninja Town doesn’t star typical ninjas, so I guess it fits. In case you haven’t heard of the… Continue Reading »
South Peak’s new games on display at PAX 08
I had a great time at the South Peak booth, and I can honestly say that it has nothing to do with the lady in this picture. No, she represents one of several games that South Peak has available soon including X Blades, Ninja Town, Big Bang Mini, TOW and… Continue Reading »
SouthPeak introduces some of the adorable Ninjatown stars
This is just too cute for words. I have no idea what role the baby Wee Ninja has in the forthcoming DS strategic action game Ninja Town, but I suspect its responsible for adding an extra layer of cuteness to the game. Character art for the Baby Ninja was just… Continue Reading »
SouthPeak Games has announced its E3 2008 lineup
SouthPeak Games has just unveiled which titles it will be displaying at E3 2008, and I have to say that there is quite a variety. The company will be occupying Booth 426 this year, and will be showing demo videos, have game demos for visitors to play and will have… Continue Reading »
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