Bitmob.com

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then these video-game characters must be blushing like hell.

Video Blips for July 20, 2011. Check out two of the new fighters heading to Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, Star Fox 64 3D reminds us where barrel rolls came from, fire off all manner of weaponry to your heart's content in Cave Story 3D, and more.

Some franchises seem to be forgotten about or some get laid to rest due to a poor sale's performance. For whatever reason they get shelved, many franchises deserve another shot. I take a look at a handful of games I think could use another chance at getting revived.

Ever fail to see the appeal of a title despite knowing it was good? Love a game even though you realize it's awful? Share those experiences here!

It's a reunion of former GameSpot editors on this week's Mobcast. Bitmob's Aaron Thomas is joined by 2k Games' Greg Kasavin, Giant Bomb's Brad Shoemaker, and Jason Ocampo, who may or may-not reveal his new gig during the show. The foursome discuss holiday memories, the decade's top gaming moment, 2009's biggest trend, deadline writing, and the place of social games in the hierarchy of gaming.