Games

Everybody Join In: On the 13th Day of Christmas, USAopoly Gave to Me…

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Looks like it’s another Friday the 13th! And in December no less. I’m not up on my Jason horror movies (that’d be my blog buddy Kenda), but was there ever a Friday the 13th film that pitted the hockey-mask wearing serial killer against ol’ Saint Nick? Yeah, Friday the 13th, Part 13: Jason vs. Santa! I’d pay to see that one. Anyways, let’s completely switch gears and talk about happy things like bunnies, rainbows and …

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Win RISK: Plants vs. Zombies Collector’s Edition (Ends 11/5)

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One of my favorite games as a kid was RISK. It’s a classic board game that beautifully mixes skill and luck with one goal in mind: World Domination! I played it a ton when I was younger, usually with my buddy Gary. He had two older brothers and a basement full (we’re talking floor to ceiling!) with board games. So he even had one of the original versions with wooden pieces! Allie and I recently …

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Comparing Gaming Between Smartphones and Tablets

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  Photo credit: Yutaka Tsutano via Flickr   This post brought to you by Krystal Shannon These days, the key to a successful device is convenience and portability. People want to know that they have access to their social networks, emails, and games no matter where they are or where their day is taking them. Doesn’t matter if they’re sitting on a train or sitting in a waiting room. It’s all about being connected. Smart phones and tablets …

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Win 2 Angry Birds Star Wars Games from Hasbro (Ends 5/8)

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Reese’s had its chocolate and its peanut butter. And it was good. Heck, it’s STILL good. Especially in the freezer. Drooooool. And now Roxio and Lucas have their Angry Birds and their Star Wars. And fans have Angry Birds Star Wars! How can you not fall in love with a Darth Vader pig? No, seriously? How??? Apparently the power of the Dark Side is pure cuteness. Hasbro’s always sending me loads of great toys and …

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Draw Something, Guess Nothing

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Like most people, my family goes in and out when it comes to apps. We’ve had vicious rounds of Words With Friends and really got into Draw Something. The kids even get in on the fun and play against me and Allie on their iTouches. And then there’s my dad. He plays with all of us, but I think Allie’s the only one who gets back to him quickly, so they have a lengthy game …

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