Play the Wii @ OCLS

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Watch this video to see some of the great Wii games you can play at OCLS gaming nights!

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Teens

Be A Gamer

Read our game reviews submitted by local teens. If you've played a good game lately, then tell us about it! Send us your game reviews and we will consider it for publication. Visit Game Reviews for more information.

OCLS Podcast

Subscribe to the OCLS Teen Podcast and find out about upcoming teen gaming events and other unique programs.

Techno Teens

This Library blog has information about gaming and other teen events. Comment on posts that you like!

We're Gaming at OCLS

Find links for teen gaming nights, game reviews by teens, and the Library's YouTube feed on one page! Link directly to this page: www.ocls.info/gaming.

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Social

Digg.com/gaming

Digg is a social news website that generates its content based on user votes. Find out what's popular in the gaming fan community.

Joystiq

This is a popular gaming blog that covers consoles, PCs, and mobile platforms. It is part of the same family of blogs that include Engadget and Autoblog.

Kotaku, the Gamer's Guide

Known for its active fan community, reviews, and its distinctive contributors, Kotaku is a unique and popular video game blog. Check out other Gawker Media blogs like Gizmodo and Lifehacker.

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Library Online Resources

General OneFile

Explore this database and read full-text articles about the video game industry. Browse the most recent industry news that cover the latest products, trends, and rumors.

Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center

This databases presents opposing points of view on a particular topic. Search for "video games" to explores the topic of video games with an emphasis on censorship, addiction, regulation, and media violence.

Pop Culture Universe

Learn about the history of video games in popular culture. This database covers arcade classics, recent home console systems, and everything in between.

Web Arcade

Check out our collection of library-themed online games, quizzes, puzzles, and more! You can do things like: dress your own turkey or snowman, explore a spooky mansion, or learn about making healthy food choices.

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Websites

Entertainment Software Ratings Board

Learn about video game content ratings and how these ratings are assigned. You can also search for games by title, rating, game platform, and content.

Game Reviews at Metacritic.com

Find the latest video game reviews from various online and print sources on one website. Track the highest rated games using Metascores.

International Game Developers Association

The IGDA is a non-profit organization for video game developers. Find information on gaming jobs, industry news, product reviews, contests, and forums.

Otronicon.org

Explore the art and culture of video games during 4 days of non-stop programming, exhibitions, and contests. This a local event held annually at the Orlando Science Center.

For more links to websites on gaming, visit our NetLinks Gaming Section!

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Mobile

Apple - Web apps - Games

Web apps work in the Safari browser for the iPhone OS. Use them on your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad.

iPhone/iPod Game Reviews at GameSpot.com

GameSpot features a separate iPhone/iPod section that tracks editor reviews, user ratings, and popularity for games on the iPhone OS platform.

Mobile Games at GameSpot.com

Find video game user ratings for various mobile platforms, including: Android, Blackberry, Palm webOS, and Windows Mobile. You can also browse by carrier.

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