Friday, December 25, 2015

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Skookum Valley Gaming!

I know it's already late in the day but it's really never too late to wish everyone the best for this Holiday Season. May the next year bring you joy and all the video games you can handle!

This year marked the beginning of blogging, the creation of a YouTube channel, and an excursion into video editing and production for Mr. Pilchuck here at Skookum Valley Gaming. I have learned a lot in the recent months. And, in the coming year, I plan to produce a series of tutorials, reviews, opinion pieces, and "gameplay with commentary" for the Skookum Valley Gaming YouTube channel.

As a companion to the YouTube channel, this website will serve to capture associated text descriptions, links to resources, and behind-the-scenes thoughts on each and every tutorial, product review, and all the games that will be played throughout this coming year!

Thursday, December 24, 2015

Last Minute Gift Idea for the Discerning Gamer!

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owned by Naughty Dog
Get Good Deals on Naughty Dog's "The Last of US Remastered"

One of the most enjoyable games I've played this year has to be Naughty Dog's 2014 release of "The Last of Us Remastered".

This action-horror survival game was originally released as an exclusive on the previous generation PlayStation 3 (PS3) console. It received much critical acclaim and many awards in the gaming world. In my opinion, the overwhelmingly positive response to this game was exceptionally well placed.

I had heard about this game for quite some time but had not let my curiosity allow me to partake in any of the action. When the time came that I decided to purchase the next generation PlayStation platform, the PS4, I found a version of the gaming console bundled with a free copy of this game about which so much had been spoken. As a bonus, the new release represented a fresh remastering of the graphics to the new levels afforded by this generation's powerful new consoles.

The video in the link below demonstrates something I've not experienced with such realism in any game before this one. In a convincingly cold wintertime setting, you play as the young Ellie who is trying to find food to keep herself and her critically wounded friend alive. Ellie spots a large buck off in the distance and she proceeds to use a scavenged bow to quietly stalk and bring down this large and elusive animal for the food and supplies it will provide.

Enjoy a moment of "The Last of Us" by clicking the frame above.

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Uncharted 4™: A Thief's End Multiplayer Beta - Review


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owned by Naughty Dog
The much anticipated release of the latest installment of the PS4 exclusive Uncharted™ series is scheduled for March of 2016 and will be named, "Uncharted 4™: A Thief's End".

Fans of the game who purchased the recently remastered "Uncharted™: The Nathan Drake Collection" for PS4 were treated to an all-too-brief chance to experience the advanced graphics and smooth gameplay made possible by the newest generation of this iconic gaming platform.

Below is a link to the entirety of an uncut round of Team Deathmatch on the Madagascar City map. No transitions, no cuts, and no edits on this one. We get the full multiplayer round with this video.

Enjoy a round of "Uncharted 4™: A Thief's End" by clicking the frame above.

This gameplay was captured during the first evening of the "Uncharted 4™: A Thief's End" Multiplayer Beta event using the SHAREfactory™ tool included with the PS4. The player skin of choice was that of the always wonderful and tough, Elena Fisher, in her "Island Elena" outfit with aviator glasses.

Monday, December 14, 2015

Welcome to Skookum Valley Gaming!

Below is a link to the new teaser trailer that was created exclusively for Skookum Valley Gaming!



This blog is designed to work in concert with the Skookum Valley Gaming YouTube Channel. Skookum Valley Gaming offers an alternative source of news, reviews, and opinions on topics related to video games, science fiction, and technology. As always, the main focus of Skookum Valley Gaming is to bring you walkthroughs, extraordinary gameplay, and all the tips and tricks you need to gain the ultimate gaming edge!

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