This Jewish refugee and World War II vet made modern video games possible
Ralph H. Baer was a refugee of Nazi Germany and a World War II vet working for a defense contractor when he made …
Everything you need to know about Republic Commandos before the game’s re-release
Star Wars Republic Commando is often lauded as one of the best Star Wars video games of all time. It’s up there with the likes of Battlefront II (the 2005 version), Empire at War, and X-Wing. Developed and published by LucasArts for the Xbox and PC, Republic Commando put players in command of an elite … Continued
This WWII tanker vet shares his amazing story with Stone Cold Steve Austin
This article is sponsored by World of Tanks Console. We all know Stone Cold Steve Austin from his years when he was the face of World Wrestling Entertainment. “The Texas Rattlesnake” was one of the toughest, most badass wrestlers who left an indelible mark in the ring — both on TV and on the silver … Continued
5 real-life reasons why it’s okay to be a ‘camper’ in games
Gamers have all experienced this before — you’re trying to get from Point A to Point B when, suddenly, you’re gunned down by a player who’s been hiding, motionless, for minutes, just waiting for you to run by. It doesn’t matter if it’s a snip…
6 shooter video games that require military strategy
Video games are a much-enjoyed pastime for younger generations. It just so happens that a lot of troops today come from this video-game-loving generation. While they’re not out physically training for their upcoming deployment, they’re probably ba…
These are the video game missions troops are jealous of
Most troops kill time by playing video games. And of course, they like the games that paint their branch in the best light…but it can be a little bit of an exaggeration.
Video games always feature the exciting parts of military service.…
Watch the new Mortal Kombat red band trailer
“Throughout history different cultures all over the world reference a great tournament of champions. That dragon marking…I think it’s an invitation to fight for something known…as Mortal Kombat.” In his feature film debut, director Simon McQuoid is rebooting Mortal Kombat and by the looks of this red band trailer (released simultaneously as the one approved … Continued
How video games really can make you a better fighter pilot
Does playing video games and desktop simulators, such as Microsoft Flight Sim, prepare you to become a fighter pilot? As a fighter pilot, much of our training takes place in a simulator, which is the ultimate video game. Stepping into these rooms, you’re dwarfed by a giant sphere that projects a 360-degree view of your … Continued
These video gamers tried to do real Army stuff and failed hilariously
Video gamers got a taste of military operations when Marine veteran and former Green Beret Chase Millsap took them through an obstacle course in actual armor with dummy weapons.
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This Army therapist uses video games to help wounded warriors
Army occupational therapist Maj. Erik Johnson will use anything that works to help wounded warriors. One of the big problems he faces is how to get his patients involved in their own therapy.
Therapists have historically used activities…