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Yoshi’s New Island? More Like Yoshi’s Cute Island

March 14, 2014November 24, 2017Kelly Knox

Pastel colors, crayon-drawn backgrounds, and baby Mario Bros. populate Yoshi’s New Island, out today for the Nintendo 3DS.

Review: The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds

February 28, 2014December 15, 2017Dakster Sullivan

The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds is a great game for any new Zelda player to get acquainted with the world and the characters.

Monkey Around in Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

February 21, 2014December 15, 2017Kelly Knox

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze for the Wii U might look like a simple kid’s game, but don’t be fooled.

Product Review: Wii Fit U and Wii Fit Meter

December 19, 2013November 24, 2017Fran Wilde4

We had a lot of fun with the Wii U and Wii Fit U. Loved the included games. And I liked the Wii Fit Meter much more than I thought I would. One concern below, but overall: Yup! it’s a go.

Get Yourself a Little Something: Win Super Mario 3D World!

December 12, 2013November 24, 2017Kelly Knox4

Enter now to win a copy of Super Mario 3D World for the Wii U and give yourself one of the best games out for the console.

Super Mario 3D World is Frustration-Free Family Fun

November 25, 2013November 24, 2017Kelly Knox1

Super Mario 3D World is a stress-free and frustration-free family game experience, and flat out fun.

The New Nintendo Consoles: Worth Buying?

November 12, 2013November 24, 2017Corrina Lawson

The Wii Mini and the 2DS may seem retro but they definitely have their charms, especially for beginners.

Set Sail Again for The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD

October 4, 2013November 24, 2017Kelly Knox

Join Link again for his updated adventures in The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD for the Wii U.

‘Sonic Lost World’ Preview

August 2, 2013November 24, 2017Jackie Reeve

Sega’s upcoming Nintendo-exclusive Sonic game looks really promising.

Fly Your Geek Flag (Literally) in Animal Crossing: New Leaf

July 17, 2013November 24, 2017Kelly Knox

Bring your fandom into your town in Animal Crossing: New Leaf and make it a place you’re proud to be mayor of.

The Cliffs of Insanity: Turning It Over To The Minions

July 12, 2013November 24, 2017Corrina Lawson1

This week’s column is turned over to my minions for their thoughts on why Wonder Woman needs a movie and on Doctor Who’s companions.

Weekly GeekMom Video Playlist

June 28, 2013November 24, 2017Cathé Post

LP, or Let’s Play, videos on YouTube are very popular. They serve as commentary, review, and a source for comedic banter. So this weeks playlist is all Let’s Play.

Nintendo. Lego City Undercover, Lego video games

Lego City Undercover: An Excellent Game, Especially for Lego Game Fans

April 18, 2013November 24, 2017Corrina Lawson

TT Games has finally created a Lego game that isn’t loosely adapted from some franchise. And, for the most part, they’ve pulled it off pretty well with a delightful sandbox game that’s sure to delight Lego fans.

Nintendo Power Returns as Fans Introduce Nintendo Force

December 28, 2012December 15, 2017Natania Barron

Nintendo Power magazine may be gone, but not if the fans have anything to say about it.

New Super Mario Bros. 2 for the Nintendo DS

November 5, 2012Dakster Sullivan

I was really excited to get this game downloaded to my son’s Nintendo 3DS. I’ve been a fan of Mario since my parents bought our family the first Nintendo system when I was 6 years old (did I just age myself?) and we played the original Mario Bros. Thankfully the games have come a long way since I was a kid and I’m happy to say this game keeps in with the spirit of the characters and the storyline.

Nintendo the Sound Track to Your Day?

September 15, 2011GeekMom1

Sure, you like the sound effects and music that accompanies your game playing. But you don’t exactly pop that soundtrack in the CD player when you’re out running errands, do you? In a roundabout way, you may find yourself doing just that if the music of Anamanaguchi appeals to you. The band combines […]

So You Want to Be a Video-Game Developer? Here’s How.

July 17, 2011Allison clark

If you or your geeklings harbor dreams of working as a video-game developer, here’s the inside scoop from three producers of The Malgrave Incident, the latest Mystery Case Files game and the series’ first title for the Wii. Nintendo’s Azusa Tajima and Masa Miyazaki, along with producer Shawn Seavers and the team from Big Fish […]

Harry Potter Week: Getting Into Character, Video Game Style

July 16, 2011GeekMom

A couple weeks ago, EA invited me to get a sneak peek at the new video game for Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part 2. As I sat down to the demo, I had to admit that I haven’t played one of the EA Harry Potter games since Prisoner of Azkaban, which, at […]

A Q&A with the Developers of the New Mystery Case Files: The Malgrave Incident — Now Available for Wii!

June 28, 2011December 15, 2017Allison clark4

To celebrate the release of The Malgrave Incident, the latest game in the Mystery Case Files series, three producers from Nintendo and Big Fish Games fielded questions from GeekMom on what goes into developing a video game. Nintendo’s Azusa Tajima and Masa Miyazaki, along with producer Shawn Seavers and the team from Big Fish […]

A Science Wedding For Geeks

June 10, 2011Nicole Wakelin1

Location, Location, Location. It can make or break you in business, but it’s also pretty important when you’re planning a wedding. Where does a bride hold the event she’s been planning in her head since preschool? Oh, admit it, if you’re a girl then you’ve been planning it for at least that long if not longer. And who hasn’t had an ever […]