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A retrospective look at the year’s best video games

It seems like nearly every year, we look back and call “this year” one of the best in gaming history.

'The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword' a brilliant addition to the storied franchise

‘The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword’

'Assassin's Creed: Revelations' more of the same

'Assassin Creed: Revelations'

'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3' another hit for the popular franchise

'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3'

'Uncharted 3' a fantastic, character-driven experience

‘Anonymous’ falls flat with boring, confusing plot

“Anonymous”

‘Anonymous’ questions the veracity of Shakespeare’s work

William Shakespeare is the world’s greatest playwright. He wrote almost 40 plays and 150 sonnets, he was a master of nearly every genre and he changed the way the world saw the arts. Almost 400 years after his death, his plays are still being put on all over the world. His impact on both the English language and history itself cannot be understated.

'Batman: Arkham City' not just another comic book game

There is a strange phenomenon in modern gaming. Almost every game that is based off of a well-known franchise is abysmal, due to the fact that an established franchise already has a fan base that is going to buy the game no matter what. Because of this, developers don't always put enough time or effort into a game that is going to sell copies anyway.

Original 'Ghostbusters' set to return to theaters this month

We live in a world where remakes and remasters are commonplace, where creators feel like they need to tweak and adjust classic films for the new era. However, when you look at recent remasters, like the new “Star Wars” Blu-ray release, it seems the people paying for these films would rather be given the original. It is refreshing, then, that this week we will get to see an untouched classic the way it was meant to be seen. Started on Oct. 13, the original 1984 “Ghostbusters” will be playing again in theaters all around the country.

‘Rage’ nothing more than a shooter

There are few developers with a pedigree like Id Software. Being responsible for both the Doom and Quake franchises, Id is certainly one of the founding fathers of the first person shooter genre.

High definition update makes for a beautiful re-release of classic games

There is often a debate among gamers as to whether or not video games can be considered art. Some have a passionate belief that they are an art form while others see them as just an entertainment option. There are few games that seemingly silence the issue as proof that a game can succeed as art, and “Ico” and “Shadow of the Colossus” are two of these games.

GLOWfest at ASU promises unforgettable show

There comes a time in every semester where monotony seems to be a recurring thought amongst most college students. A time where schedules have long been set, midterms loom, and many students begin counting down the days until the next break from classes. It has only been a mere month into the semester, but students everywhere are looking for ways to blow off some steam. Fortunately for ASU, the Future Promoters of America have just the thing they need.

'True Blood' a polarizing, wildly entertaining show

Season four of “True Blood” has come and gone and the show continues to be a big hit for HBO. The show has already been picked up for a fifth season, but is the show as good as it used to be or has it gone too far off the deep end?

“Dead Island” squanders potential with technical flaws

“Dead Island”

Call of Duty XP gives fans first look at 'Modern Warfare 3'

With just a few short months until the release of “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3,” publisher Activision gave the anxious public a sneak peak of the game’s multiplayer mode.

AMC Esplanade 14 offers unique dine-in experience

Earlier this week, The State Press had the opportunity to send a few reporters to view the brand new AMC Esplanade dine-in theater. The result? Three reporters who were able to attend the exclusive viewing deliver a chat-style review, featuring opinions and impressions of the new theater.

Top five TV shows canceled before their time

5. Dead Like Me

‘Deus Ex: Human Revolution’ reinvents beloved franchise

“Deus Ex: Human Revolution”

Goodbye, Michael Scott

Steve Carell is leaving “The Office” at the end of the month after seven hilarious seasons. How will the show handle his departure? Will he ever be back? And most importantly, who is taking his place as the manger of Dunder Mifflin? Until these big questions are answered, let’s take a look back to Michael Scott's ten best moments on the office.

Zombie podcast reinvents radio drama

Lately, zombies are everywhere. From their humble beginnings in George Romero's “Night of the Living Dead,” zombies have somehow managed to infect every aspect of our culture, from movies and TV to comic books and video games. But with AMC's super-hit “The Walking Dead” off the air for a while, zombie lovers might be looking for something new to tide them over.  Luckily the Internet has you covered with a unique podcast called “We’re Alive.”