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Yes, computers sometimes have to cheat to keep things competitive. But the A.I. in these games can induce controller-tossing rage.

I'm a little afraid of heights. In real life it can be a drag. In games it just makes falling more fun.

Typing games and zombies are old hat. Want to get really crazy? Try shooting undead gingerbread men with a milk-firing minigun in Texting of the Bread.

Game soundtracks can be amazing. But sometimes what you don't hear is more important than what you do.

I've tried lots of MMOs, and none has held my interest. Here's why Star Wars: The Old Republic might.

To me, the word "multiplayer" still means getting a group of people together on the couch to talk trash and have a good time. But these days we often swap the couch for a headset. And in my opinion, that's a shame.

I learned two things from playing the new NBA Jam at PAX. One: the Blazers still can't beat the Jazz. Two: NBA Jam is as simple as ever, and even more fun.

Ever meet a game you wish you could get to know better, except you're in a relationship with a different console? Me too.

Warren Spector is right: Casual games make everyone a gamer. And that's a very good thing.

Why do I enjoy losing at Starcraft 2? Because by losing, I'm learning. And that feels fun.