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• 16Dec 12

  Because I Said So - 2012 GOTY

  

  Because I Said So is the only game of the year awards you should care about...because I said so.

  Part 1 - Most disappointing, favourite unplayed and top old game.

  Part 2 - Favourite HD remake, best range of costumes and top virgin sacrifice.

  Part 3 - Platform awards.

  Now for Part 4, my GOTY, or GOTPFMSICRTWY, which stands for my game of the past few months since I can't remember the whole year...

  In third spot - The Unfinished Swan (PS3)

  I loved the fairy tale story, I loved the unique gameplay and I loved the creative visual presentation. For some, it may even be one of those games that strikes an emotional chord, everyone else will probably say it sucks.

  

  Runner up - The Walking Dead Series (Mac)

  I've purchased many of the Telltale episodic games, but none had me waiting so eagerly for the next installment, or in fits of rage when an installment was delayed...

  

  THE WINNER - Gravity Rush (Vita)

  Atmospheric, beautiful, exciting, challenging, emotional and refreshingly original, especially in a year full of so many sequels and remakes. I know there's some complaints about the controls and combat, but I think it just takes a little more practice to appreciate.

  

  One of the most impressive things about Gravity Rush is the amazing world it is set in. It's beautiful, detailed, busy with activity and easy to get sucked into.

  

  

  

  As I said above, once you get used to the controls, you'll have a blast with Kat's ability to shift gravity. It makes exploring the world and combating enemies a blast.

  

  

  

  That's it from me. Thanks for those who read and commented. Be sure to share your favourite game of the year as well, but remember only my choices count ... because I said so!

  • Posted Dec 16, 2012 4:34 pm GMT
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• 15Dec 12

  Because I Said So Part 3 - 2012

  

  Because I Said So is the only game of the year awards you should care about...because I said so.

  If you missed Part 1, check it out to see my 2012 choice for most disappointing, favourite unplayed and best old game. If you'd prefer to see which game had the best set of costumes or virgin sacrifice, Part 2 is where it's at.

  On to Part 3, the platform awards. My GOTY will emerge from this list, so be sure to pay close attention!

  

  WINNER - Sleeping Dogs

  Everything just worked in Sleeping Dogs and worked really well. Coupled with the beautifully detailed backdrop of Hong Kong and you've got yourself an awesome game.

  

  RUNNER UP - Spec Ops: The Line

  It seemed like any other shooter at first, but then the story takes a horrible twist and becomes deep and dark.

  

  WINNER - The Walking Dead Series

  I've purchased episodic games before, but few had me eagerly awaiting the next episode as The Walking Dead did. I've never read the comic or watched the TV show, but now I'm a fan.

  

  RUNNER UP - Guild Wars 2

  Until Guild Wars 2, EverQuest 2 had been the only other MMO I'd given any decent attenton to. It's so good I'd almost agree to pay a monthly subscription if they asked...or not.

  

  WINNER - Mass Effect 3

  Despite the whole "revised" ending scenario, I was quite satisfied with how it ended and never bothered to download the updates. It was a great way to wrap up the series.

  

  RUNNER UP - Halo 4

  It's a space shooter about this dude in armor who kicks alien butt. I thought it was pretty fun.

  

  WINNER - The Unfinished Swan

  I loved the fairy tale story, I loved the unique gameplay and I loved the creative visual presentation. If you're lucky, it may even be one of those games that hits you on an emotional level. Everyone else will probably say it sucks.

  

  RUNNER UP - Yakuza 4

  While the story isn't quite as good as the previous game, the gameplay improvements were a welcome change. I love the series and can't wait for Yakuza 5. Oh, that zombie spin-off wasn't too bad either.

  

  WINNER - New Super Mario Bros U

  New Super Mario Bros U feels like a step back in quality from the latest 3DS Mario game, but you can forgive it thanks to the beautiful HD.

  

  RUNNER UP - Assassin's Creed III

  Once I realised I could play this on the gamepad, I traded my PS3 version in for the Wii U version. After a disappointing experience with the Vita's AC Liberation, it almost feels like I got the handheld AC I deserve.

  

  WINNER - Gravity Rush

  Atmospheric is the best word to describe this game. I was sucked into the world, the story, the characters and the music. It was so refreshing in a year full of so many sequels and remakes.

  

  RUNNER UP - Uncharted: Golden Abyss

  Not quite as stunning as the console versions, but quite an achievement for a handheld game.

  

  WINNER - Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask

  I'm a sucker for Layton games and as long as they keep releasing them, they'll continue to be on my end of year list.

  

  RUNNER UP - New Super Mario Bros. 2

  The whole coin collecting thing was a touch of genius. It gave me a reason to explore every bit of a level, rather than doing a power run through as I usually do.

  

  WINNER - McPixel

  One of the few games released this year that lets you sacrifice virgins, piss on anything and kick every person in the groin.

  

  RUNNER UP - The Act

  An interactive game from a team of guys who once drew for Disney. You can see it in this game and it looks fantastic.

  That's it for Part 3. Keep an eye out next week for Part 4 where I'll announce my NUMBER 1 (and probably 2 and 3) GAME OF THE YEAR! Be sure to share your favourites below, but just remember mine are what matter...because I said so.

  • Posted Dec 15, 2012 12:05 am GMT
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• 11Dec 12

  Because I Said So Part 2 - 2012

  

  Because I Said So is the only game of the year awards you should care about...because I said so.

  If you missed Part 1, be sure to check it out to see my most disappointing, favourite unplayed and favourite old game were for 2012. Part 2 is made up of some miscellaneous categories, all which I feel should be standard in every end of year game awards! Be sure to let me know yours!

  

  WINNER - NIGHTS INTO DREAMS (PSN)

  NiGHTS was my GOTY for 1996 and remains one of my favourite games of all time. I still pull out the Saturn and Xmas Special Edition every holidays for a play. With this beautiful HD remake, I no longer have to dust of the Saturn and I still get the same great game, but in full HD glory.

  

  RUNNER UP - JET SET RADIO (VITA)

  So close, yet so glitchy. Another of my favourite Sega classics. This one would have taken top spot had it not been for the constant crashing on the Vita. Luckily I love the game that much I persisted through this annoyance.

  

  WINNER - SLEEPING DOGS (PC)

  Not only do the outfits in Sleeping Dogs look awesome, some even give you added bonuses such as extra XP or melee damage. In any case, that Bruce Lee Jumpsuit alone is enough to justify the win!

  

  RUNNER UP - FINAL FANTASY XIII-2 (PS3)

  Ignoring the corny Mass Effect 3 costume, Serah and Noel's fantastic wardrobe selection come in a close second. It's just a shame these cost you real $$$.

  

  WINNER - MCPIXEL (iOS)

  The blonde, the cow or the bone? I'm not going to tell, you can figure it out for yourself. Possible spoilers in the image below.

  

  RUNNER UP - Umm...

  That's all for Part 2. Keep an eye out for Part 3 next week!

  • Posted Dec 11, 2012 5:32 pm GMT
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