It’s Friday, and you know what that means. It’s time for GameZone’s weekly wrap-up of all the latest reviews, previews, videos, and editorials. If you missed anything this week, we won’t be too upset with you because you can check it all out here. We know you’re curious to see how Medal of Honor: Warfighter and Wreck-It Ralph stacked up, so here ya go!
Reviews
Review: Paranormal Activity 4 sticks to the series' manipulative formula
If you’ve been digging this horror series up until now, you’ll likely enjoy this latest installment despite its lack of evolution.
Review: Just Dance 4 is a fun but familiar two step
If you’re not already a diehard fan of this dancing franchise, this game may not win you over. It’s fun, but it’s hardly incredible.
Review: Skylanders Giants manages to keep the toy craze going strong
The toys! And the new characters! The second Skylanders game manages to deliver more of the same entertainment that the first title introduced last year. (Video review)
Review: iCade Mobile is just not adequate for serious gaming
While it’s certainly decent for the casual crowd, more serious gamers may not find much functionality in this controller option for iOS devices.
Review: Duo Gamer brings near console quality controls to iOS devices, with a catch
Dig Gameloft games? If so, this faux console peripheral will suit your needs. Individuals who want something that plays everything else, however, will be sorely disappointed.
Review: MOGA Controller is a solid effort to bring real controls to a touchscreen device
Portable, functional, and impressive, the MOGA Controller does a great job of giving you a traditional control option for your mobile titles.
Review: Serious Sam 3: BFE on XBLA boasts crazy enemies and even crazier FPS action
Gamers looking for an old school FPS experience with the refinements of a more modern title will totally eat up Sam Stone’s latest outing.
Review: Doom 3: BFG Edition is a hell of a good time
Three great FPS titles, fun online multiplayer, and true shooter spirit make this collection of Doom titles one hell of a set.
Review: Torchlight II delivers a fantastic experience from beginning to end
Offering up an addictive and solid action-RPG experience that isn’t exactly revolutionary but certainly delivers the goods, Torchlight 2 is a worthwhile play for any fan of the genre.
Review: The Walking Dead 'Sick' finds Rick in an unwell place
The latest episode of The Walking Dead presents a more no-nonsense, more twisted Rick, but was this progression too hasty?
Despite presenting some pleasingly strange ideas and fun moments, this odd 3DS download fails to live up to its potential.
Review: War of the Roses offers up medieval brutality at its finest with a steep learning curve
This medieval-themed action game presents some cool multiplayer elements. It’s far from perfect, but it’s still easy to recommend for fans of the subject matter.
Review: Wizardlings on iOS tasks you to explore the realm of Skywind, one tile at a time
Dubbed a “tap RPG,” this iOS title is free of charge and totally worth checking out.
Review: Sonic Jump is an addicting, casual take on the blue blur
This isn’t a traditional Sonic the Hedgehog outing, but that doesn’t matter because this iOS game is an absolute blast.
Review: Funky Smugglers is an enjoyable & quirky take on airport security
Entertaining and humorous, this iOS title tasks you with keeping airports and airplanes free of harm in a joyously quirky manner.
Review: Medal of Honor: Warfighter is a prisoner of war to generic gameplay
Despite genuinely rewarding multiplayer gameplay, Warfighter does little to stand out among other military FPS titles. (Video review)
Review: Video game reverence and infectious charm make Wreck-It Ralph a must-see
Simply put, if you dig video games and have a soft spot for referential humor, there’s no reason for you to skip Wreck-It Ralph.
Review: Silent Hill's only Revelation is that it's terrible
The scariest thing about this flick is the idea of people actually watching it. Oh, the horror!
Previews
Preview: ZombiU once again instills my faith in the survival horror genre
Could this upcoming Wii U title restore the awesomeness of the survival horror and zombie genres? It certainly has the potential to do exactly that.
Preview: ZombiU's multiplayer puts a player in charge of zombie minions
Playing as a zombie leader who controls other zombies? Yes, it’s as fun as it sounds.
Hands-on preview with Adventure Time 3DS and Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask
GameZone spends some time playing two upcoming 3DS titles that are completely worth being stoked about.
GZ Originals
10 tips for dominating the alien threat in XCOM: Enemy Unknown
Need a little help taking out those invaders in XCOM? Heed these tips and kick some alien ass (which we assume is like human ass but weirder).
How all major sport games took a big leap forward this year
This year has been pretty good for sports gamers. Let’s hope that trend continues next year.
Silent Hill: Book of Memories reflects the industry's changing view of horror
Genres and design often evolve in gaming, and the horror genre is yet another example of that.
There’s a difference between challenging and cheap, and that difference can truly make or break a gameplay experience.
We talk in-depth with Joshua “Trimaster” Niven who recently took the second place spot at WCG.
We quest, craft and slay monsters in the RaiderZ Open Beta
Get a close look at the action of the RaderZ Open Beta.
Want to watch some truly entertaining flicks for this most festive of holidays? Check out 12 Halloween recommendations from GameZone.
A look back at Zone of the Enders
We take a walk down Reminiscence Street (which is way cooler than Memory Lane) and look back at the history of this awesome cult classic series.
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