Jim Squires

Jim Squires is the Editor-in-Chief of Gamezebo. Everything you see passes his eyes first, so we like to think of him as "the gatekeeper of cool stuff." He likes good games, great writing, and just can't say no to a hamburger. Also, he is not a bear.

News
November 28, 2012
Replay Wednesdays: Super Hexagon, Mystery Manor and more!
By Jim Squires
We cover plenty of new games here at Gamezebo every week, but the number of games we've already covered that show up on new platforms? It's staggering. This Wednesday and every Wednesday, Gamezebo is rounding up the games that aren't quite new, but might be new to you depending on your platform of choice. And who doesn't love new(ish) games?
Reviews
November 27, 2012
Skylanders Battlegrounds Review
By Jim Squires
Since its debut last fall, Skylanders has proven to be a brand that appeals to just about every level of gamer. Kids and parents alike adored the original home console release. Mobile gamers revelled in the arcade frenzy that was Cloud Patrol. And earlier this month, free-to-play city-builders fans were given a chance to set up shop in Lost Islands. Considering the franchise's far reach, we were hoping that Skylanders Battlegrounds might live up to its promise of a strategy-heavy alternative. Instead, although it remains as accessible as its counterparts, it only contains a fraction of the lustre.
News
November 27, 2012
Vote for Gamezebo’s 2012 Reader’s Choice Award
By Jim Squires
With 2012 drawing near a close, the worker bees at Gamezebo are all abuzz with chatter about the best and worst games that this year has had to offer - and we want to hear your input, too! New for 2012, we'll be adding a Reader's Choice award to our annual "best of" coverage, and participating couldn't be easier.
News
November 26, 2012
Big Fish celebrates Cyber Monday with $2.99 games
By Jim Squires
You'd think after a weekend of Black Friday deals, gamers would be just about spent when it comes to deals shopping. But if you can still scrounge another three dollars together, Big Fish has one more sale that you'll want to get in on.
News
November 23, 2012
Free Games and Sales: Black Friday Edition
By Jim Squires
Like saving money? Did yesterday's Thanksgiving sales round-up leave you eager for more? Great news! Gamezebo has put together another great list of sales you'll find around the web this weekend. And when combined with yesterday's list, there are enough game deals to stuff a turkey.
News
November 22, 2012
Dungeons & Dragons bets on DoubleDown Casino
By Jim Squires
When people hear the term "D&D", they typically think of Dungeons & Dragons. But what about Double Down? As in DoubleDown Casino? Starting this week, the term could just as easily be applied to both. That's because the latest licensed brand to join the world of DoubleDown slots is none other than nerdom's quintessential role-playing franchise.
News
November 22, 2012
5 ways for gamers to give thanks
By Jim Squires
Turkey is delicious. Stuffing is delicious. But you do you what's tastier than even pumpkin pie? Gratitude. Thanksgiving is a special time where we can reflect on the last year, and be grateful for all that it's given us. But not everyone has been as fortunate as we have. That's why Thanksgiving is also an amazing time for us to give back.
News
November 22, 2012
Free Games and Sales: Thanksgiving Edition
By Jim Squires
Happy Thanksgiving, Gamezebo readers! With Black Friday only 24 hours away, you might be surprised to learn that there are plenty of good deals already hitting digital shelves. And it's a good thing too; turkey takes a long time to cook, so you may as well sneak in some game time while you wait!