The Top 5 Worst Business Decisions This Generation

The Top 5 Worst Business Decisions This Generation

Gaming’s Biggest Flubs

by Nicholas Laborde

©2012 Nicholas Laborde

This has easily been one of gaming’s most monumental and interesting generations, showcasing a skyrocket in gaming prosperity and attention.

From the United States Supreme Court‘s decision to protect video games under the First Amendment to the disbarment of Jack Thompson, we’ve seen many ups over the past seven-odd years.

Unfortunately, we’ve seen just as many downs.

I now present to you the top five worst business decisions of this generation. Note that I’m specifically discussing the time span between 2005 and 2012.

Shield your eyes…

E3 2012: Sea of Mediocrity? No big surprises, but should there be?

E3 2012: Sea of Mediocrity?

No big surprises, but should there be?

by David Hilton

©2012 David Hilton

Editorial

Disappointment abounds.

That’s the sentiment I see repeated all over the place about E3 2012, and specifically, with the possible exception of Ubisoft, the big conferences.

Often it is a case of announcements that were hoped for not appearing, like the next gen (despite the fact it was stated there would be no next gen announced) or the fact that we knew most of the announcements going in.

Or, in the case of the Wii U, a feeling of scepticism or, in the case of the PS Vita, a stunned “where are the games and price cut”?

There were very few surprises.

A “sea of mediocrity” as one commenter put it.

But does this mean E3 2012 is a big disappointment?

No.  Not for those who like games, and particular promising new IPs.

Is this E3 mediocre or just what is should be? Look here

Playstation Vita vs. Nintendo 3DS Comparative Analysis – Which ‘wins’?

Playstation Vita vs. Nintendo 3DS Comparative Analysis

Which portable ‘wins’?

by: AXiDER

©2012 Alex Baldwin

With the PlayStation Vita‘s launch finally here, the 2nd and last member of the current handheld generation has joined the Nintendo 3DS in proving that dedicated handheld gaming consoles are still relevant in the age of smartphones and tablets.

With that in mind, I’ve put both devices through their paces to find the strengths and weaknesses of each platform.

I hereby present OXCGN’s definitive comparative guide to the latest and greatest handheld consoles.

Vita vs. 3DS this way

OXCGN’s PlayStation Vita System Review

OXCGN’s PlayStation Vita System Review

Ushering in A New Era of Handheld Gaming

by exterminat

©2012 Nicholas Laborde

Nearly a year ago, fellow OXCGN writer Alex Baldwin and I teamed up for a dual review-debate on the Nintendo 3DS, discussing its pros, cons, hardware, and everything related to the system itself.

This time around, I have obtained the PlayStation Vita a week before him with the First Edition Bundle, and I’ve been left to my own thoughts, compared to Alex, who only has his jealousy. (ED: Now let’s all get along boys :) )

After having extensive time with the system, I am proud to say that the PlayStation Vita ushers in a new era of handheld gaming, even going so far as to say that it sets an example for the next generation of consoles.

Does it breathe life into gaming? See for yourself!

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