The Future of "Gaming Revolution"

It has been quite some time since Gaming Revolution got anything posted and I, as the head writer, apologize for that. These last few months have been getting very complicated with schoolwork, extra-circulars, and, of course, playing video games.

As for what will exactly happen to this blog, that remains to be debated. I am torn between shutting down the blog once and for all or just handing the reins of Gaming Revolution to somebody else. I have very little time to actually post anything now and, again, I apologize for that.

But to make it up to you until I make a decision officially, I've begun a podcast with my closest Internet friends called The Nerd Spectrum Podcast. Go ahead and Subscribe to our YouTube Channel (Nerd Spectrum), follow us on Twitter (@NerdSpectrumPod) and/or our Facebook page (The Nerd Spectrum Podcast Community).

I regret this tremendous delay. Hopefully, new posts will be up in the future.

Sincerely,
C.J.

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U - What We Need for DLC

It's been almost a month since Nintendo released their Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Direct online and everyone is still talking about it. From big announcements such as 8-player Smash to small things like improved co-op on Competitive mode, this Direct was packed full of new information. But it was the announcement at the end of the presentation that made fanboys' ovaries EXPLODE: Mewtwo would be returning to Smash Bros. but only as DLC for those who bought both the Wii U and 3DS version of the game. This essentially CONFIRMS DLC for Smash 4. So, if that is the case, then what else should be DLC?

1) Alternate Costumes
While most people don't exactly play Smash Bros. for the alternate costumes, it definitely provides some extra fun into the game, as it sheds a new appearance of our favorite characters. So, it would be no surprise that they should add exclusive, brand-new alternate costumes into the game, right? Keep in mind that Little Mac has the most alternate costumes out of all the other fighters, boasting a large 16 different costumes. Looks like this may be a good opportunity for everyone to catch up.

2) More Big Stages
During the Direct, we learned that for 8-Player Smash, there will be certain stages that will be available for that mode. These stages are actually going to be larger versions of those stages, such as the new Big Battlefield, an expanded version of the Battlefield stage. Because there are only CERTAIN stages available for this gameplay mode, why not have exclusive Big Stages available? Allow large (or even larger) maps such as New Pork City,

3) More Items
If Smash Bros. wasn't already know for it's genius formula, great mechanics, and roster of fighters, it's the items that can really make any battle either a nightmare or a great time. What we need is more items! Bring on items such as the Ice Flower from Super Mario, or even something ridiculous like an NES catridge. Either way, more items will enhance the gameplay and when you combine THAT with 8-Player Smash... Well, mercy on your soul.

4) More Exclusive Characters (and Stages)
When you think about it, Nintendo has some pretty cool looking exclusive out right now such as Mario Kart 8, Bayonetta 2, and coming soon, Splatoon. So... why haven't they tapped those IPs and say,"Hey, let's put these guys in our game!" For characters, PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF FREAKING GOD AND BAYONETTA AS A PLAYABLE CHARACTER. SHE CAN BE A ZERO-SUIT SAMUS CLONE FOR ALL I CARE JUST PUT HER IN THE GAME. Also, please Sakurai, add a Splatoon-themed stage for Smash Bros. 4. Do you even know know how AMAZING that would be?!?

Anyways, this is just a small list of what needs to be added. I hope you all enjoy playing Smash on your Wii U and hope that they do add these changes because trust me: it'll be worth it. Hope to battle you all soon enough!

TIME2EXPLAIN - Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire: Primal Reversions

Can't tell if this is fan art or not but at least we see Primal Kygore and Groudon

The latest installments of the world-famous Pokemon franchise come to the 3DS once again in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. If you couldn't figure it out already, these two new games are actually re-makes of the Generation III titles, Ruby and Sapphire. This isn't that uncommon in the Pokemon franchise, actually, as Generation III also gave us FireRed and LeafGreen, which were re-makes of Generation I's Red and Green (or Blue if you lived in the United States) and Generation IV gave us HeartGold and SoulSilver, which were re-makes of Generation II's Gold and Silver.

Mega Rayquaza in Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire

Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire will, since it's on the 3DS, will contain certain elements from the previous entries, X and Y. Elements like 3D environments, 3D player and Pokemon models, and even Mega Evolution, which evolve certain Pokemon to a third or fourth stage. The fact Mega Evolution was added in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire made some fans question Game Freak's intentions with these new games but the company recently made an announcement that completely changes how players will look at certain Pokemon: Primal Reversion.

Primal Reversion is an almost "devolution," as it returns certain Pokemon into their primal form. Think of this as almost like a backwards Mega Evolution.

So what Pokemon are capable of Primal Reversion? Well, as of the writing of this article, only the title's main legendaries, Kyogre and Groudon. But these forms have been seen before by Dialga in Pokemon Mystery Dungeon. But sadly, the third main legendary, Rayquaza, does not get a Primal Reversion but instead a Mega Evolution. According to the lore, Rayquaza may have actually created Mega Evolutions but only time will tell.

Well, what do you guys think? Will you buy Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire for this new concept of evolving Pokemon? Or is it just plain ridiculous? Let me know in the Comments.

MY OPINIONS - Super Smash Bros. for 3DS Character Confirmation...?

Japan gets the 3DS version of Super Smash Bros. this weekend but some lucky devils got the largely-anticipated game AHEAD of time. So, instead of playing the game on their own and enjoying the experience, they instead decide to livestream their playthrough on Twitch. What followed would make the fanbase go INSANE, as several new and returning characters were revealed to be playable. The fighters are:

 VETERANS:

• Falco (Star Fox)
• Mr. Game-and-Watch (Game and Watch)
• Ness (Earthbound)
• R.O.B. (R.O.B.)
• Dr. Mario (Super Mario/Dr. Mario)
• Wario (Super Mario/Warioland)
• Ganondorf (Legend of Zelda)
• Jigglypuff (Pokemon)

NEWCOMERS:

• Duck Hunt Dog (Duck Hunt)
• Boswer Jr./Koopalings (Super Mario)
• Alph (Pikmin)
• Dark Pit (Kid Icarus) 

But now the question is: are these characters actually real or fake?

Some fans believe this could be the early stages of a Project M-like DLC for the 3DS version. Plus, it was said the SSB4 would have a smaller roster compared to Brawl but if these leaks are true, the roster would be going from about 36 characters to 48 characters. But how could this be proven real then? Well, the Twitch videos were actually removed so this could mean that somebody is trying to hide something.

Even so, what do I think? What is my opinion on all these characters joining the fight? I like it. I believe that we need more great characters, like Dr. Mario, while also adding newr and more creative characters, like Duck Hunt Dog. 

So, in conclusion, I want this to be real. I'm hoping to see trailers for these characters VERY SOON, Nintendo. Don't let me down!

MY OPINIONS - Nintendo's NEW 3DS and 3DS LL

The New 3DS featuring... SNES-style XYAB buttons???

On August 29th, 2014, Nintendo announced that they were going to update their handheld gaming device known as the Nintendo 3DS. According to Anandtech.com, the update would include, "...Better quality 3D, NFC built-in, Gyro sensor...7 hour battery life, microSD support, Wireless PC backup support, HTML5 browser, [and a]... CPU clock increase..." But what seems to be putting off most fans are the 2 extra triggers, another analog stick and even some extra buttons! The Big N also said that these new handhelds feature Amiibo support, which are Nintendo's version of the Skylanders figures and are only known to be for Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS.

With all of this information, I've decided to make an opinion on it and it is... it is a smart move on Nintendo's front. Think about it: The increase of battery life was MUCH needed and the better 3D quality will make gameplay so much more in-depth! The only problem is the need for extra triggers and buttons. I already have a hard enough time mashing the X, Y, A, and B buttons, not to mention the RT and LT buttons, so adding even more will just make it more of a hassle. But when you think about it, game developers can use these new features to their advantage! The processor is faster, meaning Internet-powered applications and games will run better and with the new analog stick (called the C-stick), players can now use the camera to their heart's content.

Along with all these comes with larger screens, console size, and... customization? Yes, the new 3DS (not the 3DS XL or LL) will feature custom face and back plates that will change the look of your 3DS outside and even inside! You can now add custom wallpapers to your 3DS home screen. If you're not sold on getting this new 3DS yet, if you LOVE RPGs, well, Nintendo announced that the first exclusive game coming to the new 3DS is Xenoblade Chronicles! Fully remastered in 3D for your gaming pleasure!

So why else is this a great move on Nintendo's part? Well, we can expect more exclusives coming to the 3DS, slong with, hopefully following the success of Mario Kart 8, DLC. Sadly though, no release date has been announced for the United States but is said to be out by the end of the year in Japan. Prices are currently 16,000¥ for the standard size and 18,000¥ for the LL model. 

So what do you guys think of the new 3DS? Will you dish out the cash for a huge improvement or is it a waste of time? Let me know in the Comments.

Gaming Revolution *UPDATE*

GAMING REVOLUTION WILL RETURN IN SEPTEMBER. THAT IS ALL.

Mortal Kombat X ANNOUNCED! But We Gotta Wait...

Remember how gamers rejoiced when Microsoft announced that Killer Instinct would be rebooted on the Xbox One? Well, fighters rejoice again because NetherRealm Studios is back and has released the official teaser for their newest game, Mortal Kombat X.

Following the success of the 2011 reboot, Mortal Kombat X looks to be the best entry in the franchise. By what we can see in the teaser, characters will be redesigned yet again for this new entry. We also see that X-Ray Attacks will be getting a more realistic look. Also seen was NetherRealms' newest mechanic, environment interaction. This was first introduced in their last game, Injustice: Gods Among Us, and seems to be coming into the newest entry of the most brutal fighting game franchise of all time. Finally, we get beautiful HD graphics that really bring the game to life.

But, as many will say, this teaser is probably not game footage but instead a cinematic to get fans hyped up. Well, here's what I say to that: when Microsoft released the trailer for Forza Mortasport 5, the graphics were so beautiful and well-crafted, it didn't look like a game. But we saw the "In-Game Footage" subtitle underneath and everyone bawled in its beauty. Though we don't get such a subtitle in the teaser, we cannot rue out the possibility of this being in-game footage.

As for release information, Mortal Kombat X is supposedly to come out in 2015 for Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3, and PS4. So get ready, fighters! Your game will be here soon...