WHAT IF...WE ALSO HAD MARVEL COMICS UNIVERSE ONLINE?

Immediately there will be those who disagree, and feel that the Big 2 comic companies stop imitating each other. Understandable. However, they are going to generally do it anyway, and let's face it, there are moments where imitation lead to something bigger, and better things. An example of this would be Deadpool. The Merc With A Mouth is a massive success, and although has become his own character, Wade Wilson is a rip-off of DC Comics Deathstroke aka Slade Wilson.

So, why doesn't Marvel try their hand at online gaming in a style similar to DC Universe Online? Similar. It wouldn't have to be a direct rip-off, as they could even listen to the audience (which contain both DC and Marvel fans) and improve off of it. Everyone would have their own list of ideas, for both game play and stories. Even having the "real" heroes and villains be more involved than they do in DCUO, where they are involved but not on a level that matters really.
Perhaps take from Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic, and have the paths that gamers choose be decision based through out the game. Or at the very least an option to turn and continue on with the character you already have instead of having to build a new character.
Story wise break the initial options down to "Mutant", "Alien", "Experimental", and "Human". Experimental would cover characters like Captain America, but also "accidentals" like Spider-Man and Daredevil.
Visually it would be nice to have costumes, powers, etc be more Marvel based, with some things similar to that of the DC characters. Which seems to be needed based on the number of Marvel characters that are running around the worlds of DC Universe Online.

Of course this may or may never happen. One can dream and hope. There must be others out there who also want this. Even as a mainly DC Comics fan, find myself wanting this to happen.

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NON-GEEKY NERDS ALL-TIME FAV VIDEO GAMES

It is hard to narrow things down to a simple Top 5 or 10 as games are supposed to get better with each new system, but there are some greats along the way that stand out and although not always, would've been just as good as a game of today if on a PS4 or X-Box One. So, we'll break things down by gaming consoles with mini Top 5's for each. Of course, it is only for the systems NGN has used.

Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)
 1.  Super Mario Bros.
For the majority of us older nerds, Mario was our cherry popper. Our first. Jokes aside it was and will always be an all-time great, with Mario still being the face of Nintendo today.

2.  Mike Tyson's Punch Out
It was somewhat of small taste of what we experience now with the Wii, and that was a slight bit of exercise. Pressing "up" with everything you got both while on route to and while facing Iron Mike. Blisters weren't optional at times, but damn it was a great game. Never could get the Power Glove to work, which made this even more like today's Wii.

3.  Super Mario 3
Far better than the second installment, Super Mario 3 went back to basics but also to another level from the first. Hidden Warp zones to the introduction of "suits". No wonder this game was used in "Wizard".

4.  Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
Not sure what it was about this game, but even 20 years later it is a great. One that should possibly get an upgrade both in video game and movie formats.

5.  R.B.I. Baseball
Being heavy into baseball as a kid made this perfect for the nerdy at that time, most notably in the winter. It became a matter of just how many home runs you could hit, and throwing no-hitters and shutouts against the opposition.

Honorable Mentions:
Legend Of Zelda, Mega Man 3, Batman: The Video Game, Duck Hunt, and Castlevania.

Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES)
1.  Super Mario World
It was a perfect first for the new system back then, and one feature truly stood out in comparisons with NES...saving your progress!! Also, the addition of Yoshi and Bowser's offspring was a great, and broadened what most of us prefer, the story.

2.  Super Street Fighter II
Street Fighter was preferred over Mortal Kombat as a kid, and Super Street Fighter III was the preferred installment personally. Having even completed the game with every fighter just to watch each of their stories at the end.

3.  Super Mario All-Stars
For most of us, the original NES didn't survive and Super Mario All-Stars for SNES helped us get over it somewhat. Having the first three Super Mario games, as well as a new Lost Levels. Which was really just what would be considered today as an expansion pack for the first Super Mario Bros.

4.  N.H.L. '94
Similar to R.B.I. Baseball for NES, this game became a matter of just how many goals you could score in the the elloted time. Personally, being able to trade Trevor Linden to the Toronto Maple Leafs added to the game personally.

5.  Spider-Man And Venom: Maximum Carnage
Personally it is the best pre-PlayStation Spider-Man game. Having been named after, and slightly based on what was a great comic book story, it was a shocker.

Honorable Mentions:
SimCity, Street Fighter II Turbo, NHL '95, Spider-Man And The X-Men, Kirby's Dreamland 3.

Nintendo 64 (N64)
1.  Super Mario 64
It was perfect for getting a feel for the new 3D graphics before playing the other games that followed.

2.  Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time
Never did finish the game, but was rented and played non-stop. If you have a chance, this game is highly recommended.

3.  WWF Wrestlemania 2000
It was when WWF games finally decided to go with a more "cartoon" style to the wrestlers. The characters looked like the wrestlers that they were, but didn't look awful graphics wise compared to WWF War Zone. Plus, spent countless hours creating both myself, but all the WCW wrestlers not in game. Well, as close as one could get to making them.

4.  Resident Evil 2
This game earned a spot just for the personal memory behind it. Playing the game with a friend, we played for a few hours until we got stuck on one part. Can't remember which part exactly, but remember spending hours trying to figure out what to do (this was in an age where they internet existed, but wasn't as easily accessible as it is now). Finally giving up and going home, only to almost immediately figure out what we were supposed to do.

5.  WWF No Mercy
See #3 WWF Wrestlemania.

Honorable Mentions:
WWF Attitude, Mario Kart, The Legend Of Zelda: Majora's Mask, WWF War Zone, and Donkey Kong 64.

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NON-GEEKY NERDS ALL-TIME FAV VIDEO GAMES PT.2

Didn't game too much with the original PlayStation and X-Box, so the lists are generally less descriptive and shorter than the others (in the Honorable Mentions part at least). But, the games listed were heavily enjoyed, and in most cases, would still play today.

PlayStation
1.  Final Fantasy IX
Wasn't the first taste of Final Fantasy, but with the ability to play as multiple characters it was the favorite. The added touch of digging for treasure with a Chocobo, was awesome too.

2. Final Fantasy VIII
It was my introduction to the Final Fantasy franchise, and although it took a bit to figure out, it was a great game that allowed me to give the other games a chance. Even some of the "knock-offs".

3.  Spyro The Dragon
For some it was Crash, but for others Spyro was the Mario of PlayStation. Although was generally meant for the younger audience, it was enjoyed by even the older. Even if just to kill time until Blockbuster got something better in to rent.

4.  Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
Majority of the movie adaptation video games suck. This one wasn't great, but at the time felt better than the rest.

5. Twisted Metal III
It was either this or Gran Turismo, since this one didn't cause total frustration due to lost memory cards and inability to upgrade licenses, we went with the automobile fighting game. It wasn't a great game, but would like to see how things would look in a PS3 or PS4 setting.

Honorable Mentions:
Gran Turismo

X-Box
1.  Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic
This game was amazing. It helped that I was on a Star Wars kick at the time, but it's a style that I would like to see done in other genres. Being able to choose what side you want to be on, good or bad. Best console Star Wars game...ever.

2.  Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic II-The Sith Lords
See #1 Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic.

3.  Batman Begins
It is hard to say what this game is, it is based on the film Batman Begins, but it isn't your typical adaptation game as it had more of a unique storyline. The Arkham series blows everything out of the water, but for awhile this game was the preferred Batman game.

4.  Legends Of Wrestling
Although creating both unique (okay, myself) and wrestlers simply that didn't appear in WWE games, it was nice at the time to play as some of those characters, and against them. Big names, like Hulk Hogan and Bret "Hitman" Hart. Most notably, Bret who was still steaming from the "Montreal Screw Job" (don't forget to check out our Wrestling section).

5.  WWE Raw 2
Wasn't really that good, but it was a nice filler game before THQ gave us the Smackdown! side of things.

Honorable Mentions:
Legends Of Wrestling II, Crazy Taxi 3: High Roller, and X-Men Legends.

PlayStation 2 (PS2)
1.  Grand Theft Auto III
It was like seeing a unicorn. Okay, maybe not. But, since being introduced to this game, anything outside of wrestling games had to be like this. Free roaming, side missions, etc. Also, began the love of the Grand Theft Auto franchise.

2.  WWE Smackdown! Shut Your Mouth
Have yet to play any of the more recent wrestling games, but this had raised the bar at the time in regards to how wrestling games were made. The look of wrestlers, their moves, even the move sets had all improved in comparison to any that came before.

3.  Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
This game was truly amazing. The heavy Scarface tone of the story was great, and even the blinding glare during the daytime just added to the game. If there is one complaint, it was the advertising. Which was great with Flock Of Seagulls playing, but saying commercials were over-played on television would be a massive understatement.

4.  WWE Smackdown! Here Comes The Pain
This follow-up was simply just as good as Shut Your Mouth, but with a bit more. Countless hours spent again in the custom wrestlers department. Although I did enjoy as always playing as the actual wrestlers included in the game. Always struggle with Royal Rumble/Battle Royals though.

5.  Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
This time things took place on the west coast, and played off of movies like Boys N The Hood. Added the abilty to bulk up or trim down your character using exersise and weight training. And the ability to skydive, parachute and all. Epic.

Honorable Mentions:
WWE Smackdown! Vs Raw, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3, Spider-Man, Final Fantasy X, and Bully.

PlayStation 3 (PS3)
1. Batman: Arkham City
Arkham Asylum was amazing, Arkham City was epic. Even the lead-in comic book mini-series was good for this one. The inclusion of Catwoman made the game that much better. The DLC's could've been better though, with the exception of Harley Quinn's.

2. Batman: Arkham Asylum
Before they unleashed Arkham City, Arkham Asylum had given Batman fans the video game they have been yearning for. Although it falls behind Arkham City, the Asylum sits pretty above Arkham Origins at least.

3.  Lego Batman: The Video Game
Lego. Batman. 'Nuff said.

4.  DC Universe Online
Was my first true taste of online gaming. And it hasn't disappointed me, almost 4 years in (taking breaks at times). Even now, haven't truly dove into the game and what it has to offer. And it is FREE! Well, the basic game is. Would love for Marvel to follow suit. Yes, to make DC Characters in their version as we do from time to time in DCUO.

5. Batman: Arkham Origins
It wasn't a horrible game, it just felt as though it was missing something. Perhaps it was having to follow Arkham City. The online stuff was barely operational, assuming those who played it a lot were part of a group. But, it was quite enjoyable when there were other people playing.

Honorable Mentions:
Grand Theft Auto IV, Spider-Man 3, Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes.

Hoping to purchase a PlayStation 4 (PS4) in the new year, and already aching to play Batman: Arkham Knight.  Personally, hoping that they begin to develop and release more superhero video games that are similar to the Batman: Arkham series. PlayStation 4 would be a good place to start.

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