Okay, I’m generally not much of an angry gamer, but I may come across as one in this recent article I did at GamerANX about my lack of enthusiasm for Final Fantasy XIII-2. I really don’t harbor feelings of intense hatred for the ultra-linear predecessor to the second direct sequel in FF history, I promise! … Read moreIn which I rant about Final Fantasy XIII-2
For a bit of a festive treat, I’d like to take the opportunity to thank both the regular frequenters of Chic Pixel and any newcomers for taking the time to read what I have to say by offering a little giveaway contest. I really appreciate any and all comments and just knowing a handful of … Read moreChic Pixel Holiday Giveaway!
So, what if I told you I was spending my Saturday evening in an internet cafe with my husband? What if I also said he was playing DotA (yeah, people still play that…) while I was downloading oodles and oodles of games (on Steam, legally, of course)? I bet you’d think we were the coolest … Read moreNISA Announces House of Five Leaves Premium Edition
So, as many of you have probably heard (and are beyond excited for, I’m sure), Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch will be seeing an English release sometime early next year. Well, unfortunately, the Nintendo DS version of Ni no Kuni will not probably be as lucky – it’s been out for just about a … Read moreUnboxing Ni no Kuni: Shikkoku no Madoushi
Japanese cover for the game. Full title: Corpse Party: Blood Covered… Repeated Fear If you’ve seen my tweets over the past week or so, you know I’ve been gushing over Corpse Party pretty much nonstop. But what is Corpse Party, and why should you care about it? As I’m in the midst of writing my review, … Read moreRuminating on Corpse Party
First of all, a very happy Thanksgiving to all of you in the US! We don’t have Thanksgiving here in Australia, of course, but that doesn’t mean I can’t be wistful for the turkey and cranberry sauce… The major holiday in November over here is Melbourne Cup Day, but with all the dressing up in … Read moreWii on the Horizon
What do you get when you cross Doraemon with French actor Jean Reno? Jean Reno, from The Professional, among other films + Doraemon, Japanese children’s character adored nationwide = Renaemon? Yes, that is a 63-year-old world-famous actor with a bell around his neck. If I lived in Japan, I would be able to turn on my … Read moreJapan Envy: Jean Reno x Doraemon (update: now with video)