The Think Tank – Page 47

The Secret Decline of Mario’s Medical Career

February 27, 2015December 13, 2017 Kris Randazzo 0 Comments Dr. Mario, Game Boy, Nintendo, Nintendo 64, pills, Video Games, virus

Dr. Mario has the cure for fever and the chills, just not for lazy ports

Mario has had a considerable number of occupations over the years. He’s been a tennis player, a kart racer, a plumber, and even a boxing referee, but one of his most prolific careers is that of Dr. Mario. This puzzle franchise from Intelligent Systems has been a staple in Nintendo’s lineup since 1990, and has appeared on nearly every Nintendo console since. (Sorry, Virtual Boy) However, unlike most other Nintendo franchises, Dr. Mario has endured a strange metamorphosis over the years. Where most games obtain more features with each new iteration, Dr. Mario plays host to a different story.

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You Say “Fangirl” Like It’s a Bad Thing

February 27, 2015December 13, 2017 Karen Randazzo 0 Comments Doctor Who, fanboy, fangirls, lifestyle, normal people, Sherlock, Supernatural, Superwholocked

Does the word “Fangirl” really have to be a bad thing?

Close your eyes. Picture a “fangirl.” Now, let me guess. You’ve conjured up a flighty young woman in her teens or twenties, whose every possession is adorned with imagery from her favorite pop culture property and whose every thought, conversation, and action is based around her obsession. She travels in a pack of like-minded individuals and has trouble functioning in society.

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A Lifelong Bond

February 20, 2015December 13, 2017 Jon Heacock 0 Comments GoldenEye 007, James Bond, Nintendo 64, Perfect Dark, Video Games

Jon tells the story of his first interaction with James Bond

I don’t remember the first time I played Goldeneye, but I still remember the layout of almost every level. All of the objectives on every difficulty became burned into my memory a long time ago. The stylishness of all the spy gadgets and missions touched off a feeling of obsession that we can all relate to. I just had to have more. Many of us who fell in love with what is arguably the only great James Bond game poured hours into every mode it offered and hoped the franchise would just keep on going. Unfortunately, the Bond franchise peeked right there in 1997.

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Remember Who the Enemy Is: A Defense of Mockingjay Part 1

February 18, 2015December 13, 2017 Sam Ahearn 0 Comments books, Hunger Games, Mockingjay, Movies, So hungry

In defense of Mockingjay: Part 1

I have never uttered the words “the movie is better.” In fact, I rather pride myself on having unreasonable expectations for film adaptations of novels I enjoy.

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A Cinderella Story

February 13, 2015December 13, 2017 Erin Abbamondi 1 Comment Brothers Grimm, Cinderella, Disney, History, literature, Movies, Shoes

Cinderella has changed over the years

Fairy tale adaptations have seen an insurgence in recent years; from Maleficent to Snow White, and the fairy tale soap opera, Once Upon a Time, our interests in the classic tales have yet to wane. The newest addition to this fairy tale renaissance is from director Kenneth Branagh. His live-action Cinderella is due out in theaters on March 13th. A renewed interest in “Cinderella” is hardly surprising, given its main themes of rags-to-riches glory for the pure of heart, come-uppances for the wicked, and “true love”

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Do You Remember Your First Time? I Do.

February 12, 2015December 13, 2017 Dr. AzarRising 0 Comments Comics, Iron Man, Marvel, New York Comic Con, NYCC

How one collector got his start

If recent history is any indication, we all love comics. How else would the biggest Hollywood blockbusters be based on the four-color ‘funny pages’ so many of us grew up on? Marvel’s The Avengers is the third highest grossing movie of all time, with its forthcoming sequel set to break that record. The Iron Man and Christopher Nolan Batman trilogies are among the biggest franchises in recent years. Comics have even taken over our TV screens with the recent success of Arrow, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and The Flash, not to mention the countless cartoons we’ve seen over the decades.

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Welcome to Geekade

February 1, 2015December 13, 2017 Kris Randazzo 0 Comments

G33klife has come to an end… sort of.

Actually, G33klife is leveling up, and evolving into a brand new site called Geekade! What’s different, you ask? Well, on the surface, not too much. It’s still the place to go for fresh, original geek-related content, but everything is about to get bigger. There will be new podcasts, new video series, new articles, new live shows, and that’s just the beginning. So take a look around, and see what’s what, and let us know what you think! As always, we welcome your feedback. In fact, it’s what has made us what we are. And the fun is just beginning.

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Amiibotched? How Nintendo of America Let a Sure Thing (Almost) Get Away

December 29, 2014December 13, 2017 Kris Randazzo 0 Comments Amiibo, Kid Icarus, lifestyle, Nintendo, Nintendo Power, Tetris, Video Games

Nintendo is more than just Mario

Nintendo wants more people like me. I’m a fanatic. I love their games, characters, and worlds, and I’ve been this way as long as I can remember. When Nintendo announced their line of Amiibo figures, my first thought was at how 6 year old me would have been flipping out about them. Today, I’m thinking about how disappointed 6 year old me would be.

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Coming Full Circle: How I Once Again Found Myself a Single Console Gamer, and Why I’m Okay With It.

September 11, 2014December 13, 2017 Kris Randazzo 1 Comment Atari, Atari 2600, Castlevania, Destiny, lifestyle, retro games, Video Games, Wii U

The single console life for me…

I retired my Xbox 360 and PS3 last week, leaving me with only one game console connected to my TV. When I was a kid, this was the norm, but nowadays, having multiple consoles is almost required if you want to experience the best of what modern games have to offer. Life, however, doesn’t always agree with this philosophy, and after years of trying to keep up with everything, I’ve finally accepted the brutal truth: My parents were right. I don’t need more than one.

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Joining the Force

August 26, 2014December 13, 2017 Kris Randazzo 0 Comments magazines, Nintendo, Nintendo Force, Nintendo Power, Video Games

Nintendo Power’s legacy is a sight to behold

About 2 years ago, Nintendo Power announced that it was coming to an end, and with it, my lifelong dream of writing for them. Print magazines had been ceasing publication left and right, but even still, the announcement came as a shock. What started as a relentlessly charming glorified ad campaign for Nintendo had transformed over the years into an incredibly thoughtful, intelligent, honest, and fun magazine. It was everything print media should be, and having spent lots of time over the years collecting every single issue, I admired its evolution over the years. Its cancellation hit me hard, but as it turned out, I was not alone.