Lazy Game Reviews

Is the Vic-20 worth purchasing? A review from the perspective of a cheap, casual collector of video games. A quick run-down of the history, pros and cons of the games and system and whether or not it's worth your time.

Ah, what a lovely day outside. Time for some outdoor gaming! A guy decides to spend the nice day outside playing 360, and finds out it's not as easy as it sounds once he meets his arch-nemesis. Plus, trees don't make good TVs. Made with my netbook's webcam.

This is a short review of The Sims 3 by EA and "The Sims" Division. I have put together an abbreviated review (not covering ALL aspects) focusing on the top 5 reasons to buy The Sims 3 - if you've played the earlier games and didn't like them or just don't know much about it, this will give you my reasons to go and give this one a shot. Though in all fairness, I only list pros here - there are certainly cons. Look me up on The Sims Exchange under phreakindee.

Ran across this disk in a stack of 5.25" floppies I had, time to check it out. What an entirely trippy game. Moon Dust is an "art/music" game by Creative Software in 1983. The goal is quite simple: guide stuff places, things happen, wtf? It's entirely awesome!

Making reviews takes too long, so I give up. Here's a quick review of: Fathom Fire Fly Kangaroo Frogs & Flies Deadly Duck The goal of these experimental videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a long day at work, based on a theme of games (this one is games where you play an animal). Hence the apathy and lack of willpower. You probably won't like this. Everyone's gotta start somewhere... right?

Pac-Man: Everyone's doing it! Here's a quick review of: Pac-Man Ms. Pac-Man Lock 'n Chase Mouse Trap Alien The goal of these experimental videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a long day at work, with about one minute reviews based on a theme of games (this one is games that are based on Pac-Man/maze games).

Atari's answer to Intellivision sports video games: Real Sports! Blood, sweat and tears in this review of: RealSports Volleyball RealSports Tennis RealSports Soccer RealSports Football RealSports Boxing The goal of these videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a long day at work, with about one minute reviews based on a theme of games (this one is games that are in the Real Sports series of first-party games by Atari). EDIT: I can't believe I forgot RealSports Baseball. That's how quickly and slackerly these videos were made back then... wow.

Depth Dwellers - a poor man's Doom, a poor man's fate, a poor FPS game indeed. The sarcastic cause of the economic crisis revealed in this review of: Depth Dwellers The goal of these videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a long day at work, with about one minute reviews based on a theme of games (however, this one is a single game, Depth Dwellers, for the MS-DOS OS). These are not meant to be taken seriously whatsoever, it's just me having some fun. Chainsaw Felatio by vSnares is the theme, for those who've asked!

A disgusting DOOM clone that swaps blood & gore for farts & garbage... just charming! Locate the world's stolen panties in this review of: HURL Played on a 486-66. The goal of these videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a long day at work, with about one minute reviews based on a game or theme of games (this one is a single game, HURL, for the MS-DOS OS).

In volleyball, winners never quit and quitters never win. Unless you just don't care - and then you'll never get these beach babes. Sinjin and Stoklos rule the beach in this review of: Kings of the Beach NES & MS-DOS EGA I was on vacation when I slapped most of this together, so forgive this being completely mediocre. I thought I'd post it anyways to see what people thought. The goal of these "Lazy Game Reviews" videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a long day at work, with short reviews based on a game or theme of games (this one is a single game, Kings of the Beach, for DOS and the Nintendo Entertainment System).

Yes, there were sexy girls in video games before Lara Croft. But Vinyl didn't take herself too seriously, and just liked to have fun. Help her find the "hot plasma injector" in this review of the "adult game": Vinyl Goddess from Mars MS-DOS - B-movie parody, for DOS with VGA cards Interesting note: This was developed as Jill of the Jungle II for Epic Megagames in 1994, but for some reason they chose not to publish it. So, the game's plot and look were changed a bit to make it more "adult", and it was released as Vinyl Goddess!

Too lazy to rock climb in real life? Head Games and Creative Carnage, who brought you Extreme Paintbrawl, have the solution! Play practice mode in this review of: Extreme Rock Climbing The goal of these "Lazy Game Reviews" videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a long day at work, with short reviews based on a game or theme of games (this one is a single game, Extreme Rockclimbing for Windows 95).

Many times, British-made games seem to be exceptionally unique but still of very high quality. Mag Racer is an attempt to disprove that idea. Save the POD people in this review of: Mag-Racer for Windows, er, DOS The goal of these "Lazy Game Reviews" videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a long day at work, with short reviews based on a game or theme of games (this one is a single game, Mag Racer for Windows 95). NOTE: The cover art for this game is actually a rip-off of the Top Gear games for SNES and Amiga! And as far as I know it has nothing to do with the crap movie "The Pod People"

Way before The Sims and SimCity 2000, there was SimAnt by Will Wright and Maxis. Ever wanted to control your ant farm, instead of just watching it? Now you can, in this review of: SimAnt for Mac The goal of these "Lazy Game Reviews" videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a long day at work, with short reviews based on a game or theme of games (this one is a single game, SimAnt for Apple Macintosh, played on an LC575).

Space Invaders! Those innovative Japs overtook our arcades and now our consoles! 30 years ago! Here's a quick review of: Space Invaders Gorf Galaxian Demon Attack Carnival Megamania The goal of these videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review, after a long day at work, with about one minute reviews based on a theme of games - this one is about games that are based on the Space Invaders idea.

Review from the perspective of a casual collector of video games: is the Atari 600XL worth a buy today? A short run-down of the history, pros and cons of the games and system, what to look for and be aware of when buying, as well as some of the other 8-bit computers from pre-Jack Tramiel Atari.

Indiana Jones? Please. Try Nevada Smith, he REALLY knows how to kick some butt. George Broussard, we love you, in this review of Apogee's platformer: Pharaoh's Tomb for MS-DOS The goal of these "Lazy Game Reviews" videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a day at work, with short reviews based on a game or theme of games (this one is a single game, Pharaohs Tomb for DOS).

After 12 titles and several of them disappointing, is the newest NFS worth buying? Perhaps a shift in the right direction? Lawls in this review of Slightly Mad Studio's: Need for Speed Shift (PC version reviewed). Also, for some reason I have found out upgrading makes a HUGE and negative difference toward handling! For instance, in my Lamborghini LP640, if I upgrade everything involving handling, and then only the engine, it will handle beautifully. But if I start upgrading the turbo, gearing, and most of the "Extra" upgrades (including large brakes) it will slide all over the place, negating any performance boosts. I assume this could be fixed by then tweaking the car to handle the performance, but what I've done doesn't seem to help and the game gives no guidance on tweaking anything so I have no idea.

Pharaoh's Tomb had a sequel? You bet it did! Though most gave it the cold shoulder, it's worth a look and is an enjoyable adventure of the arctic variety. Check it out in this review of Apogee's platformer: Arctic Adventure for MS-DOS. Pharaoh's Tomb Review Part II. The goal of these "Lazy Game Reviews" videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a day at work, with short reviews based on a game or theme of games (this one is a single game, Arctic Adventure for DOS).

Game shows and video games: a great match or an odd couple? The newest Price Is Right game may answer that question! So come on down & get your pets spayed and neutered in this review of: The Price is Right 2010 Edition for Microsoft Windows computers. The goal of these "Lazy Game Reviews" videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a day at work, with short reviews based on a game or theme of games (this one is a single game, The Price is Right 2010 for Windows PCs - also on Nintendo Wii and DS consoles).

Adventure, Eliza, Life & Pong. These games are oldies for sure, but just how golden are they? Check out this review of the game compilation from 1985: Golden Oldies Volume 1 for MS-DOS. The goal of these "Lazy Game Reviews" videos is to see how quick I can crank out a review after a day at work, with short reviews based on a game or theme of games (this one is a single game, Golden Oldies Vol. 1 for DOS - the only volume I'm aware of).

Review from the perspective of a casual collector of video games: is the C64 worth buying today? A short run-down of the history, pros and cons of the games and system, what to look for and be aware of when buying, as well as some of the other 8-bit computers from Jack Tramiel era Commodore.

Adware has been around for ages and it wasn't always malicious, and Ford Simulator 2 is one of the most intriguing and classic examples of games made simply to advertise. It may not be Forza 3 but it's worth a look. Check out the CGA game FordSim2 in this review of: Ford Simulator v2 for MS-DOS. Made using DosBox, unfortunately. Couldn't get the video out on my old machine to input to my capture device. So goes technology.

Fish simulators are few and far between. In other games you can fish the fish, but in Odell, you ARE the fish! Enjoy the swim in the land down under in this review of: Odell Down Under for Windows 3.1.

This is the single strangest DKC review you will ever see. Making a review while on pain drugs and down with Swine Flu is quite a task, and this is what results.

Is the first expansion pack for TS3 worth buying? Or is it more of the same... We shall see in this review!

Commander Keen: one of id Software's greatest! Vorticons and Goodbye Galaxy! took the spotlight, but what of Keen Dreams? Check it out in this review of the platformer: Commander Keen - Keen Dreams - Lost Levels.

Lovely 1990's big box computer games! I unbox Wolfenstein 3-D and Doom sealed, mint boxes and show their gory guts for all the internet to see! This is the retail release by GT Software. Wolf3D came packed together with the shareware version of Doom in certain American retailers, to my knowledge, both in large beautiful boxes. Doom (original registered version) was never released at retail in the USA and was mail-order-only, so in effect this is one of the only American boxes for the game.

It's Christmastime and that means Christmas games! Why not start with one about the chaotic perils of Saint Nick himself? Christmas is deadly and Special Delivery proves it. This is a review of said insanity. Also came on the Sinclair ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64 computers, but I prefer the A8 version shown here due to it's superb controls.

I've had a bit of luck finding some great games at really affordable prices in unlikely places recently. So, I figured I would tell a bit regarding my collecting practices in hopes that maybe you'll take some of the luck away from me with these tips, because frankly I'm running out of room to store all this crap. All of this in total cost me about $85. Not really an unboxing, but I open up a box of about 20 PC games and show several others that have been saved recently from the depths of thrift stores. If you have any requests for reviews let me know, as always. I also have hundreds more so just ask - I like reviewing not just "showing". Lazy Game Reviews continuing after this!

Lemmings is one of those timeless puzzle games that's great any time of year. But at Christmastime it's only logical to break out Holiday Lemmings! And the 1994 version is the ultimate way to play this platforming classic. Here's the review of: Christmas Lemmings 1994 for Commodore Amiga computers. Also came on DOS and Macintosh machines but the Amiga version is superior in nearly every way.

No more waitin' for Christmas! It finally came to Duke Nukem, just after defeating those alien scum yet again. This time they've brainwashed Santa, and it's up to Duke to save Christmas in this review of: Duke Nukem Nuclear Winter add-on for MS-DOS PCs.

Dude, Jazz Jackrabbit is AWESOME. But it needs more snow and candy you say?... well, Holiday Hare 1995 delivers! Check this amazing out in the review of: Jazz Jackrabbit Holiday Hare 95 for MS-DOS PCs.

Have you ever wanted to drive a classic stunt car over insane jumps and around massive loops? Do you love old 3D games like Hard Drivin'? Are you alive? Stunt Driver is for you. A review of: Stunt Driver for MS-DOS computers.