This Happens When? I have a love-hate relationship with Kingdom Hearts and I never thought that I would be writing a post that isn't in favor of the series. The original captivated me with characters and stories that I became obsessed with, but the controls were terrible. The second game had … [Read more...] about OPINION: Kingdom Hearts Dark Road Sums Up How I Feel About the Franchise
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Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook now available for order in some European markets
Though our launch of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet has already happened here in the US, we've long known that this tablet was slated for availability across the world in many markets. Don't worry, our review will be out very soon and I can already tell you that at this price point, there's a ton to … [Read more...] about Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook now available for order in some European markets
Google Stadia UI and Controller Fixes Help, But This Chrome Extension Goes the Extra Step
Google's Stadia cloud gaming service flexed its muscles this week by pushing various bug fixes to the web in the blink of an eye - something hardware based game consoles simply can't do without a downloaded hot fix. The first and most important update and the one most worthy of talking about is the … [Read more...] about Google Stadia UI and Controller Fixes Help, But This Chrome Extension Goes the Extra Step
I was wrong: the Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook could be the most important Chromebook of 2020
When we first laid eyes on the Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook in Las Vegas back in January at CES 2020, it was so easy for it to get pushed aside in favor of the more-flashy, more attention-grabbing devices like the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook, ASUS Chromebook Flip C436, and the surprisingly-affordable … [Read more...] about I was wrong: the Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook could be the most important Chromebook of 2020
Google Needs to Give Play Pass Subscribers a Better Way of Discovering Games
What Is Google Play Pass? Since Google launched 'Google Play Pass' last September, it's hardly created a buzz. 350+ apps and games for $1.99 per month for the first year and then $4.99 thereafter sounded like a great deal and was even the same price as Apple Arcade at launch. On top of that, … [Read more...] about Google Needs to Give Play Pass Subscribers a Better Way of Discovering Games
An intriguing new Acer Chromebook 314 just surfaced at CDW
When Acer debuted the new Chromebook 514, I was on the edge of my seat with anticipation that the company would place in my hands a true and worthy successor to my beloved Chromebook 14 (Edgar). On paper, they did just that. Unfortunately, spec sheets do not the machine make. Apart from a few, minor … [Read more...] about An intriguing new Acer Chromebook 314 just surfaced at CDW
Deal Alert: The First Three Dragon Quest Games Are On Sale Right Now and You Really Should Try Them
Dragon Quest was one of the very first JRPGs to popularize the genre in the mid 80's and has had 11 major games in the series so far with an incredible amount of trans-media spin offs as a result including a Minecraft style game called Dragon Quest Builders which has become quite popular in its own … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: The First Three Dragon Quest Games Are On Sale Right Now and You Really Should Try Them
Spine is a New Cyberpunk Action Game from the Developer of the Shadow Fight Series
Nekki announced this week that they are partnering with Banzai to release Spine, a team based PVP cyberpunk action game for PC, consoles and of course, mobile platforms. The only thing we've received so far is a short Facebook post and a teaser video which is seen below. According to the post, … [Read more...] about Spine is a New Cyberpunk Action Game from the Developer of the Shadow Fight Series
Google Curates ‘Games that Bring Us Together’ collection on Play Store
The World Health Organization, or WHO, is partnering with Google among many other tech and gaming giants to unite gamers during a time when they can't physically meet with the #PlayApartTogether initiative. By curating a list of games across many participating developer's catalogs on the Google Play … [Read more...] about Google Curates ‘Games that Bring Us Together’ collection on Play Store
Proof that a Core i5 Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook is coming with 8GB of RAM
This week has been full of news surrounding the release and availability of the upcoming Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook. From the Core i3 model actually going up for sale to Canadian availability to our podcast conversation being primarily about Lenovo's current hardware position in the Chromebook … [Read more...] about Proof that a Core i5 Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook is coming with 8GB of RAM
The Chrome Cast 62: Affordable Chrome OS hardware for the win
This week on The Chrome Cast, we spend a bit of time discussing an upcoming project from Chrome Unboxed (coming very soon) and then shift to talking through both the Lenovo Chromebook Duet and the upcoming, newly-shipping Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook. With Lenovo's approach in the Chromebook space … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 62: Affordable Chrome OS hardware for the win
Canada Too! Core i3 Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 available for purchase
We spend a lot of time fielding comments and emails about the limited availability of Chromebooks outside the U.S. but as of late, it appears that manufacturers are making an effort to get away from that gross oversight. Lenovo is setting a good example with the Duet Chromebook as it looks like it … [Read more...] about Canada Too! Core i3 Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 available for purchase
