Monthly Archives: August 2025

Game 27: Realms of Arkania 3 – Shadows Over Riva (attic Entertainment Software GmbH, 1996)

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Ice Cream Jonsey

My video game origin story probably has a chapter on working for Electronics Boutique during college. I had a co-worker there who probably had the best taste in games of anyone I’ve ever met. He recommended X-COM, Civilization II, Arena, … Continue reading →

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Game 26: Dino Pop (PrimeTime Amusements, 2012)

Posted on August 18, 2025 by Ice Cream Jonsey

Let’s talk about the past and current state of Chuck E. Cheese. In doing so, we’ll talk about Dino Pop, an amusement arcade ticket redemption machine where you throw bouncy balls in a dino’s mouth. My research indicates that it … Continue reading →

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Game 25: Paper Sorcerer (Ultra Runaway Games, 2013)

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Ice Cream Jonsey

Look at this art direction! Paper Sorcerer is a stylish CRPG. You are the eponymous Sorcerer and you were defeated and imprisoned before the game starts. Once you break out of your cell, you have freelook and freedom to move … Continue reading →

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