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Blog Herding: Community Edition 03/11/11
Blog Herding returns with what may be our biggest post yet! Happy reading!
On The Edge Of My Seat....
Gamebeast23456 discusses the human complexities of getting emotionally invested in fiction.
Gen Trends/Gaming Rant
Evan explores current gaming trends and examines where games are headed.
Looking Ahead: Skyrim
o_JMan240_o takes a look at Bethesda's upcoming game from the perspective of game design student.
Games, Their Controversies, And Who Is Right?
There has been a bit of controversy swirling around the industry, most recently related to the release of Bulletstorm and the Dead Island announcement trailer. Hunter Clement tackles the topic by discussing reactions and providing his own take.
Sharing Your Video Games – How Publishers Could Help…
Saint buys multiple copies of big releases to appease all the members of his gaming household. Maybe publishers could include editions with companion copies for households with multiple consoles to engage in multiplayer. Read his argument and add your two cents in the comments section.
Well Isn't That Ironic?
Brad Tramel analyzes Nintendo president Satoru Iwata's keynote at the Game Developers Conference.
Custom GI Avatars: Peripheral Testing And Free Stuff
TurdFurgy dishes out a few more custom GI Avatars, two of which look an awful lot like members of our staff...
What Makes A Video Game Stand Out?
With the flood of AAA titles hitting store shelves, what does it take for a game to outshine the rest these days? Cody Gilley explains.
Storytelling And Games
If a game can still be fun without a strong narrative, then how important is story? English major Jack, The Quixotic Gamer explains.
Band Of Bloggers #3
born4this answers the question on whether or not games will be able to immerse players into a real/near real life experience.
In Defense Of Popularity
Apozem talks about the hate over popular titles and gaming's hipsters.
Community Events
The Return Of GIO Frag-Fest
eyros2K lists dates for upcoming GI community events.
Community Podcasts
Game Informer Community Radio
Episodes one and two are now live (posted by Mray901)! GIO members are the stars of the show! The podcast link and full show notes can be found in each post! Don't forget to subscribe on iTunes!
Overcast: For The Pipo, By The Pipo
The GIOverblood community has started a podcast! Check out the first and second episodes.
Staff blogs you may have missed: Matt Helgeson discusses the amazing first hour of Fight Night Champion.
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