Attachment is Forbidden, Posession is Forbidden....

Man, this guy is really playing the part!

MASSive EFFECTs to my psyche!

Review after review have sung the praises of Bioware's latest RPG, Mass Effect. Many have called it the best game to grace the XBOX 360 to date. Others have said it is the best RPG ever. Google any review, and you'll be hard pressed to find anyone who has anything but great things to say about this game. And so far with my experience in the ME universe, I can do nothing but agree.

With my self professed casual gamer status, I cannot compare ME to many of the other heavy hitters out there. While I would love to emerse myself in such games as Assassins Creed, Bioshock, COD4, etc., I simply don't have the time. I'm sure I'll eventually dabble in these games, but each purchase I make has to be calculated, and boy do I feel that I mad the right choice with ME!

My little review or analysis is nowhere near the level of something you'd get on IGN, or JOYSTIQ, and it's coming much, much later than everyone else. But give me a break man! I got a late start, but have become so wrapped up in the experience, that I felt I had to share.

This game is the balls! I have never in my life felt so involved in a game, or felt been so taken aback by the storyline. Every decision that I make is critical to the overall outcome, and it shows. I've played other RPG's that have claimed this, but ME really delivers. I started this game wanting to be all Billy Bad Ass, and be the ultimate Renegade. You know, kick puppies, swear at old ladies, etc. Just be a giant rebel. But as time has gone on, I couldn't help but find myself sympathizing with those who were in peril, or who needed advice. I also felt a connection to my teammates. I am their Commander, and I need to take care of my folks if they are to take care of me! So my attitude has drastically shifted to be a boy scout, more than a bully, and I think it has helped me love this game so much more!

If you like a good sci-fi story, you will love this game. If you've never played an RPG, in my opinion there is none better to start out with Read the reviews on some of the game sites out there to get a better idea of what to expect. They can give you an in-depth view of the game. But take it from an Average Joe who loves to play for thrill of it, this game really is amazing. Plus, any game where you get to knock out a nosey reporter, or make sweet, sweet love to an alien has to be money. Right?

Can't we all Just get Along?

Found this article, ON BEING A FANBOY, and I thought it was pretty interesting. It examines how there is a huge population of Gamers out there who have resorted to squabbling over which next-gen system is the best, and how the others have failed here and there. The author states that this sort of behavior is reflecting negatively on Gamers as a legit fan base, because all they do is complain and whine. He states that regardless of what you prefer, we should all embrace the fact there are options out there for all levels of video game fans, and that each system strengthens the industry that has provided us with endless hours of entertainment.

I swear Ossifer...I only had one drink...*hic*