E3 Trailer: Splatoon
What appeared to be another existing franchise addition, Splatoon initially presented itself as another De Blob sequel. I was just about to let out another big sigh over Nintendo's disappointing Digital Event u...
E3: Ubisoft unveils ‘Just Dance 2015’ in the worst way ever
With much excitement circulating around this year’s E3, there have been some very notable hits and misses. Every announce can be exciting- I remember sitting in a theatre when they teased a brand new Godzilla f...
Five video game attractions (and their Toronto equivalents)
In the expansive world of video games, there’s always smaller tasks, mini-missions or interesting places to visit. Ask any Legend of Zelda player and they can tell you all about the scenic places they’ve taken ...
Why simulators are scary
Whether you’re going on a date, piloting an aircraft or running a zoo, chances are there’s going to be a simulator for it. Simulators have always fascinated me since I was a child with access to a computer. I’v...
The Eggplante Top Five: Best Video Game Soundtracks
There’s been an ongoing trend happening to my past few posts. It’s not an intentional thing nor is it my ultimate goal to become known for this on Eggplante- I’ve been writing about music. In my previous post I...
Gearing up for Anime North
May is finally here and it’s time to (properly) celebrate the brand new season! This is the month where Canada shows sign of warmth and welcome as the snow finally melts away and the May flowers blossom! I hope...
Minecraft: more than meets the pixel
I have a few confessions to admit about Minecraft. First, I’m a fairly new player- with under a year of experience under my belt. Second, I’ve never played its Survival mode because I spend an absurd amount of ...
Video Games Live: Level 3 Review
The good, the bad, and the unnecessary
For those of you still aren’t aware of the widely popular Video Games Live, I’d like to question the size of the rock you’ve been living under this half-decade! Not too l...
JOY of MOTION by Animals As Leaders Album Review
On March 25th, 2014 the world of rock music, jazz and metal, will rejoice once again to release the beautiful album the JOY of MOTION by Washington-based instrumental progressive metal band ‘Animals As Leaders’...
The importance of music in Bravely Default
We all know music in a game is just as important as the gameplay itself, but have you ever put into consideration that maybe a song can determine the winning/losing factor in a boss fight?
When Bravely Defau...