Posts by Jarrod Nichol
Marvel’s 10-Year Plan – Part 3: Messiah Complex
205/21/2012
We're starting to make some movement here. Part 3 looks at Messiah Complex, one of the largest X-Men events to come along in a very long time. It's the beginning of the "Messiah Trilogy," and prepares readers for mutant's future, or lack thereof.
Marvel’s 10-Year Plan – Part 2: House of M
205/19/2012
After the devastating events of Avengers Disassembled, something must be done with the Scarlet Witch, or else all life on Earth could be wiped out with a mere thought. House of M is the direct follow-up, and completely changes the Marvel Universe's mutant race. It's one of the best events Marvel has put out in the last decade and a must-read for anyone trying to get into superhero comics today.
Marvel’s 10-Year Plan – Part 1: Wanda’s Breaking Point
505/18/2012
If you're looking to get back into comics, or simply interested in seeing a giant 10-year storyline run its course, you've come to the right place. Jarrod goes over each and every major Marvel comic event since 2004, starting with the now-classic Avengers Disassembled arc, which saw the Avenger disband for the very first time. This storyline also laid the groundwork for the next decade of stories Marvel has told. It's hard to believe, but even this summer's huge Avengers vs. X-Men event all began with this story from 2004. Enjoy!
New Last of Us Trailer
2005/16/2012
This is officially my most anticipated game of the year.
Tell me this doesn't look incredible?
A Secret That Changed Everything
305/15/2012
Ever wonder when these big comic book events started, and why? Jarrod looks at the history behind the comic event and how it has changed the face of comics forever. The story behind why events started is rather interesting, so hopefully you can all take something away from this article.
Biggest News of the Century – Halo 4 Box Art Revealed
005/15/2012
This is it, the news you've all been waiting for. The news that will change your life forever. We've got the official box art for Halo 4. Honestly, what could be bigger news than that? Nothing I tell you, nothing at all!
Take a Bite Out of Crime with Chew
405/14/2012
If the other comic series I mentioned before seemed a little too tame to you, this is the one that will push you over the edge. Chew is unlike any other comic series out there. It's dark humour at its finest. Come on in to find out why Chew won the 2010 Eisner for Best New Series.
Starhawk Review
405/14/2012
If you enjoy online multiplayer, Starhawk has you covered. This is the game Warhawk always should have been. Come on in to find out all the dirty little secrets on why Starhawk just might be just what the doctor ordered.
Taking a Trip to Fabletown
405/13/2012
Are you enjoying ABC's Once Upon a Time? If so, I've got a comic series that might interest you because it appears to be the inspiration behind the show. It's called Fables and it's been on-going since 2003 for a very good reason, it's awesome!
Walking Through the Dead – A Look at the Walking Dead Volume 1
705/13/2012
The Walking Dead is one of the most powerful, profound, and all around excellent adult-themed comic series in print today. If you want to get into a series that's really different and places characters first, this is a series you must check out.
My Comic Life Since Going Digital
905/12/2012
Jarrod has seen the light, the digital comic book light that is. If you own a tablet and or a smartphone, there's one app you simply must download. It changed his life, and it might just be what you need to finally make comics apart of your life.
Wii U Controller Now Has Analog Sticks?
205/12/2012
Nintendo has filed a new patent, and it clearly shows those analog nubs may be going the way of the Dodo.
Prototype 2 Review
905/11/2012
Does Prototype 2 positively differentiate itself from the rest of the open-world games out there, or fall victim to a viral outbreak all its own? Jarrod's got your answer inside.
Canadian Gamers – Episode 18
905/10/2012
Steven, along with his sidekick Jarrod, discuss their top five N64 games of all time, Minecraft on the 360, a special guest on the podcast and more.
Celebrate 20 Years of Epic Games with a Free Soundtrack
005/10/2012
by Jarrod Nichol
in News
Epic Games just turned 20, and to celebrate the studio has released a 21-track soundtrack which covers themes from a wide variety of games the company has put out over the years. There are vintage Unreal tracks to the more recent Infinity Blade tunes. The download link is inside.
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