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RetroN5--Further Questions and Answers

As we get closer and closer to the RetroN 5, Ryan uses some of his links on the inside to get a bit more information on the system and what we are to expect of it. When is it coming out? What kind of save system will it use? Will (X) work on it? Some of the more obscure questions get answered within this article. Have any more questions? Drop them in the comments, and Ryan will try to find out your answers!

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One VERY SPECIFIC Way to Share a Nintendo Digital Title Between Systems

Nintendo holds it's digital rights extremely tight in this modern age of digital gaming. Changing systems requires a full wipe of the previous system, and usually a brand new system to transfer to. However, one specific loophole has been found. While it may not fit your particular situation, this is a handy bit of information that could help you in future purchase decisions.

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The String Arcade: Classic Gaming Scores, Reimagined for Charity

The String Arcade released on February 11th, and offers gamers a chance to see a new take on some of their favorite games' soundtracks. After a successful Kickstarter campaign, The String Arcade is looking to capture the heartstrings of the gaming public via the strings of a violin. Pulling from almost every era of video gaming, you will hear Galaga, Zelda, Ecco, Sonic, Minecraft, and others, arranged for a string quartet. 

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The Raven: Legacy of a Master Thief Hits PS3

Back when our crew was at GoozerNation, I was able to review The Raven: Legacy of a Master Thief for PC. As much as I was intrigued by the storyline and overarching character development, I really wasn't able to play through it at all. I've never been a PC gamer, and have never put much cash into my system. The entire game chugged, often taking fifteen seconds for a single character to load a single line. In a dialog based video game, this was a lesson in tedium. What I got to play I enjoyed. Now, along comes a home console release, perfect for my style of play. I love consoles, because even if they may not be as powerful as your average everyday computer, it simply works. You buy a game, plug it in, and if anything goes wrong, it's the developer's fault.

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Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 Enhanced Editions: How Do You Like Your Re-releases?

Recently, a throng of games have been re-released. We've seen these rehashed games become just as, if not more, popular than the original. Resident Evil 4 is getting a new ultimate release on Steam. I'm currently working my way through The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD Edition. Not only does it have better visuals, but it has been upgraded, making some of the biggest complaints of the original better and the game in general more enjoyable. 
 

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Girl’s Fashion Shoot (3DS) Review

When the PR Company behind Girl’s Fashion Shoot first sent the press release regarding the title, I was intrigued. After all, who better to review this title than a 33 year old man with two young boys? All joking aside, it was interesting because I figured I could give a different view to it. After all, most PR companies are followed by people who like their usual product, so a positive review is all but guaranteed most of the time. If anyone

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