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Create a Mall - Just In

joel — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:02:52 -0500

Through the magic of games, you can build a house, manage a marina, and now, you can Create a Mall. The new strategy game from Merscom, Lifetime TV Games, and Techfront is out. Our review comes soon.

In the meantime, download a free trial of Create a Mall, write a review, and discuss in our forum.

And Gamezebo's New Moderator Is. . .

joel — Mon, 18 May 2009 11:02:27 -0500

Many have asked me, who will be the new Margieb?

After many weeks of contemplation, during which I went on a worldwide journey of thought and meditation, much like Brad Pitt did in the movie 7 Years in Tibet, I have come to the following conclusion:

There will be no new Margieb because she is unique and irreplaceable. Also, Gamezebo’s community is growing so fast, we can not just pick one person to moderate our community.

Instead, our plan in the future will be to bring on board multiple moderators and strategy guide writers in order to fit the needs of our growing community.

Casual News - April 24, 2009

erin — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:27:34 -0500

VentureBeat profiles Last Day of Work's new game Virtual Families; Gamasutra's Emily Short looks at real estate-themed games (like Build-a-lot and Be Rich!) in the context of the recession; and PopCap hints that Plants vs. Zombies could be coming to the iPhone. These headlines and more below.

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Just In - Cooking Academy: World Cuisine

joel — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:14:26 -0600

This evening, I'm in the mood for Chinese for dinner. No, I want Italian. Wait, make that Mexican.

Or, I'll just go and chat about food in Gamezebo's foodie forum or just play Cooking Academy 2: World Cuisine, released now by Fugazo.

Download Cooking Academy 2: World Cuisine, talk about it in our forum, or write a review. Stay tuned for our own review and strategy guide.

Just In - Monster's Quest

joel — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:45:37 -0600

History Channel's Monster Quest is the most pointless show on TV in my humble opinion. True, it's entertaining, but if they found the Loch Ness Monster, wouldn't that make the national news?

But how is the game? Download Monster Quest, write a review, or talk about it in our forum. Stay tuned for Gamezebo's review.

Time to Elect a New President!

joel — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 11:57:13 -0600

Whether your politics shine red, blue, or dare I say, purple, it's Election Day here in the USA! Just a reminder from Gamezebo, if you are an US citizen and eligible, go out and vote. It's a historic election with huge ramifications and it's our duty and privilege. Then, come back to the Gamezebo, and play!

Here is a fun political non-partisan game I found on MTV Arcade, Election Face-Off. And, here's our past political game coverage.

Now, I'm off to brave the lines and vote. See you in a few hours!

Just In - 7 Wonders: Treasures of Seven

joel — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 14:35:22 -0500

MumboJumbo just released moments ago the puzzle game, 7 Wonders: Treasures of Seven. This is the sequel (or is it tri-quel?) to the incredibly popular 7 Wonders puzzler, which apparently, is the first casual game our very own Margie B played!

Click here to download the game, click here to write a review, and click here to talk about it in our forum. Thank you, Carfixer1957, for the tip.

Just In - Farm Mania

joel — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 18:02:22 -0500

Busy afternoon here at Gamezebo. Realore just released Farm Mania. You should know the drill by now. Click here to download the game, click here to write a review, and click here to talk about it in our forum. Our review is coming soon.

By the way. . .keep on posting in our forums when a new game is coming out. It's very helpful. You can also click contact us (bottom of page) to tip us directly when a game is coming out. We really do appreciate it!

Just In - Nancy Drew: The Creature of Kapu Cave

erin — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:37:45 -0500

Nancy Drew: The Creature of Kapu Cave has just launched as a digital download on Big Fish Games. Click here to purchase the game (there's no demo for this large adventure game file), click here to write a review, and click here to talk about it in our forum.

Just In: Cooking Dash

joel — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:19:26 -0500

Cooking Dash has launched over at PlayFirst and it's a Dash game that actually stars our favorite heroine, Flo (not her co-horts). Download it here, write a review here, or discuss it here in our forum. Review is coming. . . tomorrow!

Just In: Pony World

joel — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 11:33:34 -0500

Pony World, a game described as The Sims meets ponies, has launched on iWin's Web site. Click here to download the game, click here to write your own review, and click here to talk about it in our forum. Our review is coming soon.

Just In: The Mysterious City: Golden Prague

joel — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:25:02 -0500

A new hidden object game called The Mysterious City: Golden Prague is out now on iWin. Click here to download the game, click here to write a review, and click here to discuss it in our forum. Our review and tips are coming soon.

Just In: Spa Mania

joel — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:11:54 -0500

Spa Mania, a new time management game that takes place in the locale of yours truly (San Francisco), has launched over Big Fish Games' website. Click here to download the game, click here to talk about it in the forum, and click here to review the game yourself. Review and strategy guide coming soon!

Just In - The Great Chocolate Chase: A Chocolatier Twist

joel — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 22:18:27 -0500

The Great Chocolate Chase: A Chocolatier Twist has launched over on PlayFirst's website. Click here to download the game, click here to talk about it in the forum, and click here to review the game yourself. Review and strategy guide coming soon!

Just In - Zen Fashion

joel — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 20:24:47 -0500

Zen Fashion has launched on Big Fish Games. The match-3 puzzler lets you step into the shoes of a young Japanese fashion designer who must journey to the fashion capitals of Asia to learn the Zen Fashion secrets of her ancestors. Click here to play Zen Fashion, and stay tuned for our review. Click here to discuss Zen Fashion in our Forum.

Gig of the Week: Rebel Monkey (enough said)!

joel — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 18:53:45 -0500

Rebel Monkey is the next big thing in casual games. Why? One, it's a company founded by Margaret Wallace and Nick Fortugno, whose past hit games include Qbeez and Diner Dash. Two, they have raised tons of money. Three, they have the coolest name for a new games company.

The good news for all of you who love casual games but hate your current job or are just unemployed, Rebel Monkey is hiring. Click here to see all their job openings.

Just In - Dairy Dash

joel — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:54:34 -0500

PlayFirst is "milking" the Dash series for all its worth - the latest game in the series, Dairy Dash, launched on PlayFirst's site moments ago. Click here to try your hand at managing the family farm and see if you're as good at feeding pigs and growing corn as you are waiting tables. Click here to discuss Dairy Dash in our forums.

Just In - Travel Agency

joel — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:45:52 -0500

First, fashion was the "new black." For a while, every game we saw was about buying clothes, making clothes, even buying and making clothes. Then, we saw a whole slew of new games about cooking. After the release of Airport Mania last week and Travel Agency this week, could travel be the next big theme in casual games?

Just In - The Game of Life and Posh Boutique

joel — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:50:03 -0500

RealArcade has launched a stylish looking fashion-themed time management game called Posh Boutique as well as The Game of Life, based on the classic board game!

Steals & Deals

joel — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 18:55:21 -0500

Anawiki Games - 25% off all games [use coupon code GET25].
Harmonic Flow - 20% off Westward II, Yahtzee Texas Hold 'Em, Burger Shop and Pat Sajak's Lucky Letters : TV Guide Edition [use coupon code HARMONIC20]. 25% off Dancing with the Stars with coupon code HARMONIC 25.

Gamezebo Beta: New Hidden Object Adventure Game

joel — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 18:14:28 -0500

We have a new game to test coming soon to our beta program, and by popular demand, it's a hidden object adventure game.

If you are already signed up for our beta test program, sit back, relax, and wait for our email. If you are not yet signed up and interested in testing the latest and greatest casual games before they are released and providing developers with valuable feedback, click here to sign up.

Just In: Mystery Cookbook and Enigma

joel — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 18:07:35 -0500

Two new hidden object games were just released: Alawar Games just released Mystery Cookbook and iWin has released Enigma.

Gamezebo nominated for 2008 Webby Award

joel — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 18:00:41 -0500

Gamezebo is thrilled to announce that we've been chosen as one of five finalists for a Webby Award in the category of best games-related website, an accomplishment that reflects the strength of the casual game community we've built over the past year.

Presented by the Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences, the Webby Awards are often referred to as the "Oscars of the Internet," honoring excellence on the web, online video and advertising.