By Robert Klimper |Staff Writer| Gamers can take the lead of a gang of thieves and steal corrupt hearts in hopes of making the world a better in “Persona 5 (P5).” The sixth installment of the “Persona” franchise was released worldwide on April 4, 2017 after several delays since its originally planned release in winter of 2014. It was released in Japan on Sept. 15, 2016. Even though this is the sixth entry into the franchise, new players do not have to worry. As has been the case since “Persona 3,” the game can be enjoyed on its own merit, outside of minor references to previous installments. Atlus, the producers of the “Persona” series, improves upon the elements that fans of the … [Read more...] about Persona 5 steals gamers free time
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Great Games are Coming
By Marvin Garcia |Staff Writer| It’s game on! Set your hi-def television, get your best headset, and get the junk food ready, because this year the sickest, most anticipated video games will conquer your living room for months to come. “Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain (MGS5),” “Batman: Arkham Knight,” “Uncharted 4,” “Halo 5: Guardians,” and “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” are the top-of-the-chart releases bringing an uncanny, hardcore digital art package set to blow the minds of audiences. Of the above listed games, “MGS5” has been the only one that has already given a taste of what is to come in the prologue, “Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes.” While the prologue can be … [Read more...] about Great Games are Coming
Chronicle news briefs
By Yara Del Rio-Dominguez |Staff Writer| Feed the homeless = go to jail card (Nov. 15) Fort Lauderdale, Florida has banned public food sharing but that hasn’t stopped one 90-year-old man from feeding the homeless. Arnold Abbott, the man in question, said he will continue to feed the homeless on Fort Lauderdale Beach. Sweeney Todd-esque murder takes Brazil (Nov. 14) A man, his wife, and mistress in Brazil are on trial for allegedly killing and cannibalizing two women after promising them nanny positions. According to The Washington Post, after killing the two women, they dismembered their bodies, and ate what they could. Then the rest of the flesh … [Read more...] about Chronicle news briefs
Outlast review: Prepare to be petrified
By Phil Ruddle |News Editor| I've disconnected myself from the real world, turned off the lights, and raised the TV volume. I'm petrified. Yet, I can't look away while being on the edge of my seat and barely able to hold the controller. "Outlast" is terrifying and one of the most original survival horror games in years, I definitely give it a four out of five rating. This game provides a different spin as there aren't any weapon upgrades, items, skill set attributes or even the ability to fight back. Your only options are to run, hide, or die. There are pacing drawbacks, the second half is not as good as the first, and some might not like the system of not being able to … [Read more...] about Outlast review: Prepare to be petrified
Game time: Xbox One vs. PlayStation Four
By Donte Medder |Staff Writer| Microsoft and Sony are once again slated to go heads up in the release of their new gaming systems the Xbox One and PlayStation Four. The release of these gaming systems call upon a gamer’s allegiance to these two brands. If you’re considering investing in either of these consoles upon release, let me give you the inside scoop on them. The gaming systems have a lot in common and thanks to modifications in the policies, there are now positive similarities to the prior Xbox 360 and PlayStation Three. The Xbox One was originally supposed to come with a completely new digital rights management policy in which gamers were required to connect to the … [Read more...] about Game time: Xbox One vs. PlayStation Four
Gamers for PS4
By Mike Sessions |Staff Writer| After nearly five years of careful development, the time has come for the release of the highly anticipated PlayStation 4 game system. After Sony’s very successful run with the PlayStation 3, which was released back in 2006, the PS4 is slated to be much more advanced in nearly every aspect as far as software compatibility, speed and features. Complete downloadable content is now available, allowing consumers to not only purchase games from retail stores, but download games right onto the hard drive. The download doesn’t even have to be complete before gameplay, as it will continue downloading using PlayStation’s new secondary background … [Read more...] about Gamers for PS4
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