March 15th is “National Shoe The World Day,” and it invites folks to make sure that everyone has access to high-quality footwear! With that in mind, let’s take a moment to check out some high-quality footwear in video games! Below are my Top Ten. 10) Legend of the Mystical Ninja You’d think it would beContinue reading “Is It The Shoes: Top Ten Shoes in Games”
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The Many Métiers of Mario: A Top Ten Mar10 Post
A very happy Mar10 day to you! Our mustachioed man of honor is typically known for running and jumping, but he shows up in all sorts of places. Today, we explore the top ten sightings of Mario in other professions or timelines! 10) The Legend Of Zelda: Link’s Awakening Link’s Awakening turns out to beContinue reading “The Many Métiers of Mario: A Top Ten Mar10 Post”
Call Me A Flower If You Want To: Top Ten Flowers in Games
Hoping you all had a wonderful Valentine’s Day! Were you looking for the perfect gift? Consider a flower from one of these game! 10. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (Atari, 1982) One of the few objects you can actually interact with in the game, E.T. uses his extra-terrestrial powers to raise a flower that was in poorContinue reading “Call Me A Flower If You Want To: Top Ten Flowers in Games”
A Snake, Am I: Top Ten Snakes in Video Games
With the dawn of the Chinese New Year, the “Year of the Snake” is upon us! Celebrate this “symbol of wisdom, intuition, and transformation” by checking out my Top Ten Snakes in Video Games! 10. Frogger Not even the sidewalk is safe! After dodging an onslaught of cars and semis on the highway, Frogger hasContinue reading “A Snake, Am I: Top Ten Snakes in Video Games”
It’s Not Easy Being Green: Top Ten Green Characters
The theatrical release of Wicked arrived this past weekend, and green has got us dancing through life! Despite my career in music, I had never been able to experience the stage production, and my only exposure to the songs was when every music major ever was pairing up to do their own renditions of “WhatContinue reading “It’s Not Easy Being Green: Top Ten Green Characters”
Puzzling Franchises: Genre-Hopping Games
I’d argue that puzzle games became mainstream to the public with the introduction of Tetris on the Nintendo Game Boy in 1989. While it was originally developed and released in 1984, having the power of the game in the palm of your hands made it an incredibly addictive form of entertainment – not to mentionContinue reading “Puzzling Franchises: Genre-Hopping Games”
Face Your Fears: 10 Games To Fight Your Phobias
What is your greatest fear? For me, it’s trying to drive over mountainous roads that don’t have guard rails in the middle of winter (can my state please invest in guard rails???). It’s a task that I try to avoid, yet every year there comes some reason or two where I have to literally riseContinue reading “Face Your Fears: 10 Games To Fight Your Phobias”
I’ll Learn Ya Good: School in Games
We’re now in the thick of it; school is in session! I’m in my third year as a (now full-time) teacher at a two-year community college, and the first few weeks are always a healthy dose of chaos. Learning names, prepping lessons, and picking out all the music to be used by my music ensembles.Continue reading “I’ll Learn Ya Good: School in Games”
An Elephant Never Forgets: Elephants in Games
“World Elephant Day” was August 12th, and with a new elephant-themed power being teased in the upcoming Super Mario Bros Wonder game, I had to dedicate a post to other appearances of these iconic creatures. So, grab a bowl of peanuts, and enjoy my Top Ten instances of elephants in video games! 10) The Manhole(MacContinue reading “An Elephant Never Forgets: Elephants in Games”
Say Uncle: Top Ten Uncles in Media
Cover photo: Dr. Steven Jones from Startropics (NES, 1990) Almost 10 years have passed since I first became an uncle, and this idea has been sitting with me from the very beginning. Well, it’s time to turn my dreams into reality! And, since July 26th is National Aunt and Uncle’s Day, my timing couldn’t beContinue reading “Say Uncle: Top Ten Uncles in Media”
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