Tag Archives: Dan Solberg

Ride or Drive: Mr. Neeble and DiRT 3

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Dan Solberg

Learning to drive a car can be a stressful experience. When I was in high school I took driving lessons from a certified instructor named Mr. Neeble, a stern old man with the relentless cadence of a film noir mobster. … Continue reading →

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Authentic Authenticity: On The Real of Games

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Dan Solberg

“It’s as close to the real thing as you can get without being there!” has become the philosophy behind use of the term “authenticity” as it pertains to video games.  Notably, the word was used as part of a public … Continue reading →

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All in Good Time: A Review of Xenoblade Chronicles

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Dan Solberg

How long does it take to tell a good story? In person? Maybe 5 minutes. In film? About 2 hours. A book? Let’s say 5-10 hours. Video games? No less than 50 hours. This means you could watch every major … Continue reading →

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