As the Tales of Monkey series on the Wii comes to a close (it was already finished on the PC version in early December) Wii gamers can finally experience the finale! Like the other installments in the episodic adventure series, Rise of the Pirate God costs 1,000 Wii points, ($10 USD). Also check out the article for other downloadable games on the Wii and DSi shop channels this week.
Christmas is right around the corner, but there are still a few shopping days left. What if you still have to get a gift for the casual gamer on your list? Not sure what to get if it doesn't involve epic RPG quests or shooting zombie hordes? Don't worry: Spawn Kill has you covered with their guide for games and accessories for the casual gamers on your lists.
"While most PC games are also released for the PlayStation 3, Wii, and Xboox 360; they normally offer a different experience than their console counterparts. This games offer the ability to modify your gaming experience or play other people's mods. There are also games that are only available for the PC. Here is a guide to five of the PC version's games, ones that stand out from the console ones and ones only for the PC."
"A jam packed selection of WiiWare and Nintendo DSiWare games await you this week at the Wii Shop Channel and Nintendo DSi Shop. Whether you want to catch up on Guybrush's adventures in the Tales of Monkey Island Chapter 4, tackle the famous Rubik's Cube in Rubik's Puzzle Galaxy: RUSH or jump and roll with master Pallurikio, the fast-paced platformer, there will be a WiiWare game to get you excited this week."
"This episode finds Guybrush under arrest, as apparently several Flotsom Island citizens have it out for him, and are determined to get their revenge in Pirate Court. As a result, our hero quickly discovers he must figure out a way to clear his name of various charges in order to escape the gallows. Like a cheesy TV show, this episode is filled with “in the nick of time” appearances and mind-blowing revelations, which really fit in with the overall feel of the series, and helps draw you ..."
"As I mentioned, even with the trial and error, this is probably the strongest installment of the Tales of Monkey Island series puzzle-wise. The tough stuff doesn’t frustrate too easily, thanks to many of the more difficult puzzles having several stages to them. This allows a couple of small victories which, along with improving your general mood, will help point you in the right direction for the solution. There are a few head scratchers (like the static electricity puzzle) that will have y..."
If you've been playing Tales of Monkey Island, you probably already know whether or not you want to play Chapter 4: The Trial and Execution of Guybrush Threepwood. If, after the slightly less than stellar third chapter, you were thinking that you might not pick up the fourth one, then perhaps this will help you decide.
"Telltale Games has announced that Liz Johnston of British Columbia, Canada is the winner of the Tales of Monkey Island “Designer for the Day” contest. The worldwide contest attracted more than 4,400 entries and gave fans the chance to write a line of dialogue for the fourth game of the five month long Tales of Monkey Island episodic series."
Arr, me hearties! September the 19th is the International Talk Like a Pirate Day. There is no better way to celebrate it than with playing bunch of Monkey Island games with yer mateys. TellTale Games and Lucas Arts are giving 50% discount on The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition. Also, on Friday (today), gamers can get the first chapter of Tales of Monkey Island for free! Yo-ho-ho!
LucasArts and Telltale Games have announced that Guybrush Threepwood will return to Monkey Island once more, in two projects announced by the studios. The classic adventure series is revived!
LucasArts will be working on The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition, which is to hit PC and the Xbox Live Arcade. It is a remake of the original game, sporting new HD graphics, remastered musical score, and full voice acting. The game's official site can be found here.
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