Articles written by Robert Janelle

A look at the video game genre that places emphasis on survival rather than combat.

Oct 31, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Squaresoft's 1997 fighting game for the PlayStation -- a one-on-one battle game with a twist.

Sep 30, 2007 - Robert Janelle

An examination of how to make video games more realistic.

Sep 5, 2007 - Robert Janelle

A light-hearted list of things that can be learned from playing first-person shooters.

Sep 5, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Metal Gear recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, so here's a look back on one of the original stealth games.

Jul 30, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Universally Accessible Games demonstrates the problems with video game accessibility through their universally inaccessible game, Game Over.

Jul 2, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Less than a month prior to its release, Manhunt 2 was banned in multiple countries before getting the dreaded Adults Only rating from the ESRB. What a week.

Jun 25, 2007 - Robert Janelle

All video games require the player to control the action, but some games acknowledge the player's presence more than others.

May 23, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Writer and designer Ken Eklund takes Web 2.0 to very different place, creating an alternate reality in which people can "play."

May 13, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Another look back at a classic video game, the Super Nintendo role-playing game EarthBound, and how it differs from other RPG's.

Apr 20, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Like interactive fiction, ASCII-based roguelike games still have their own following.

Apr 8, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Impact Games' PeaceMaker challenges players to find a solution to the middle east conflict and create a peaceful co-existence between Israelis and Palestinians.

Mar 29, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Bored surfing the web? Or better yet, bored at work? Here are five free web games to keep you entertained.

Mar 28, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Stanford University is using the PlayStation 3's advanced computing power for medical research and all PS3 owners can help out.

Mar 28, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Can't be bothered to level-up your World of Warcraft character? Hire a professional to do it for you.

Mar 7, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Most games put you in the role of someone much cooler than you. But some games force you to play as someone who makes you root for the bad guys...

Feb 28, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Show your sweetheart you really care by rolling up a Katamari of a million roses for Valentine's Day.

Feb 14, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Those long days locked on pixels and polygons need a flavor, so look no further than this guide to food for gamers!

Feb 13, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Everything is becoming more graphic intensive. Even operating systems. But one gamer sub-culture doesn't care. In fact, they don't need graphics at all.

Feb 12, 2007 - Robert Janelle

Doug Lowenstein, head of the main video game lobby group since 1994, has resigned.

Feb 9, 2007 - Robert Janelle

This summer will see the release of Manhunt 2, a sequel to the ultra-violent game that put players inside a snuff film.

Feb 9, 2007 - Robert Janelle

There are still weeks to go before the PlayStation 3 hits store shelves, but the scalpers are already selling them for well over the $599 retail price on ebay.

Oct 24, 2006 - Robert Janelle

With some property and items gained in online games being sold for thousands of dollars in real money, could the tax man be coming to collect on your virtual aquisitions?

Oct 24, 2006 - Robert Janelle

Jack Thompson and Rockstar Games had their day in court over the release of Bully and the judge said he'd make his final decision after seeing the game for himself.

Oct 12, 2006 - Robert Janelle

Nintendo will be invading the market November 19 when the Wii launches for $249.99, with a goal of selling four million units by the end of the year.

Sep 15, 2006 - Robert Janelle

Results of a market research survey released last week found that the video game market is becoming more and more diverse.

Sep 6, 2006 - Robert Janelle

Bored with PC or Xbox games? Nothing exciting coming out? Microsoft is now giving everyone the chance to do something about it with XNA Game Studio Express.

Aug 22, 2006 - Robert Janelle

A recent study in Finland looking at emotional responces to video games showed gamers had a positive reaction to negative game events.

Aug 7, 2006 - Robert Janelle

Twitching because there's no controller in your hand? Traditional addiction clinics might not be able to help, but a centre in Amsterdam now has help for game addicts.

Jul 11, 2006 - Robert Janelle