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Awful tutorials, confounding gameplay, questionable character design, and gacha mechanics. Hard to believe it's one of my favorite games, but it is. Here's why...

GC Podcast #182: Patently Absurd

You've been served!

[NSFW] Metroid Fusion (GBA)

The big N didn't do too many horrid things to Samus...

Disregard Canon, Acquire Representation: Naoto Shirogane is a Transman

Why accept the canon explanation when the story could be so much more interesting?

Enviro-Bear 2000: Operation: Hibernation (PC)

In 2009, Justin Smith ventured forth with a game that would change the gaming industry forever. A title that would blow the fish out of the water. A game for FREE that beats the living daylights out o

Gamer Girlfriend: Friends Don't Let Friends Play (Crappy) Facebook Games

It all started when I got a message from GameCola's own Kate Jay. "Hey Vangie," she said, "I know you don't usually play Facebook games, but you might want to give this one a try. It's really a lot of

Garry's Mod (PC)

When is a game not a game?

[NSFW] Black Sigil: Blade of the Exiled (DS)

So dutifully trying to be Chrono Trigger it's both admirable and depressing at the same time.

Shall We Date?: Wizardess Heart (iOS)

The Harry Potter dating sim we've all been waiting for! Kind of.

[NSFW] Final Fantasy Tactics (PS1)

A fan of the Final Fantasy series? Maybe not after you play this one...

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Phase (iPod)

Reviews by Zach Rich on October 1, 2008

If you've been paying attention over the past nine months, GameCola Faithful, you have realized that I have an almost fanboyish obsession with two big game developers: Rare, whose upcoming Banjo-Kazoo
… of the Month: Paul Franzen!

Columns by Matt Gardner on October 1, 2008

Paul is the winner! That's right, I've spent this entire month judging all of the entries into this illustrious competition, and our Editor in Chief himself, Mr. Paul M. Franzen, is the illustrious champion! Illustrious congratulations, Paul!
The Gates of Life: Episode 61 – Make Love

Columns by Matt Gardner on October 1, 20081

Fifa Diprovo 4: He'll give you the guide, no problem. But he needs your help to get a girlfriend.
Quantum Geek: Episode 7 – The Monkey on His Back

Columns by Michael Ridgaway on October 1, 2008

Tom sat against a tree, alone in the darkness of a forest. He had no idea where he was this time, but after his experience in Resident Evil he just wanted to rest. Technically he didn't need it, being
Gamer Girlfriend: Diner Dash: Memories, Sweet (Resurfacing) Memories

Columns by Vangie Ridgaway on October 1, 20081

The summer I turned 18, I began my first job as a waitress at Friendly’s. I had previously volunteered at my local library, and done my share of babysitting over the years, but I had never before worked anywhere that required a W-2 form.
Is Mario RPG’s Quest Worthwhile?

Blog Posts by Paul Franzen on September 25, 2008

Like probably a lot of people, I've recently bought, played, and beaten Mario RPG on the Wii's Virtual Console. And it left me with a question: Is Mario's quest a worthwhile quest? Spoiler alert!! The
This Is What the Sims Movie Is Going to Be Like.

News Posts by Paul Franzen on September 23, 2008

Straight from Joystiq straight from John Davis, the movie's producer: "... So this is the way I did it: The Sims, as you know, you can control your imaginary world, right? And in our movie, a young m
The True Purpose of Braid

Videos by Paul Franzen on September 18, 2008

Is this guy a rapper? I think I read that he's a rapper.
Kirby Soars Over South Jersey

News Posts by Paul Franzen on September 18, 2008

GameCola correspondent Becca Clipper was on the scene in Medford, NJ earlier today to witness the afore-announced Nintendo-sponsored "celestial event." As you might have already guessed, the once myst
Nintendo Comes to Medford, NJ

News Posts by Paul Franzen on September 17, 20081

I know we used to have a large contingent of South Jersey readers Back in the Day, and maybe some of you still check us out. If you do, this one's for you. Via Kotaku (and GameCola reader/contributor