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Happy anniversary Aion, thanks for my gift

Shiny Addict — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 19:00:21 +0000

Of all the games over all the years, Aion is always going to hold a very special place in my heart that no other game can touch. It’s not because of the people I met (although a couple are my all-time best friends now), the amazing RP adventures I had (those were a bit lacking), or the amazing sandbox features (those were seriously lacking!). It’s not even the ability to fly using my own wings, which is one of the greatest things ever, that vaults the game into a category all its own. It’s because Aion is the reason for where I am today.

Because of the beautiful world of Atreia, I got my start at Massively.com. When I took over the Wings Over Atreia column I had the opportunity to share my love of a game with others and a larger scale then ever before; it opened me up to a larger gaming community, and my favorite part of gaming is the community! From there I branched out into more games, livestreaming, and ultimately made it right here, Looking for Shinies with all of you.

So here’s to you, Aion! Happy fifth anniversary. And thank you so much for the amazing gift you gave me. May this next year be your best one yet.

Happy birthday The Secret World!

Shiny Addict — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 16:00:17 +0000

Happy happy birthday! Welcome to the terrible twos, The Secret World!

Not that I think it will be terrible; quite the opposite in fact. You are the game that has brought something so fresh to the table — with your amazing storylines, your deep and memorable characters, and your willingness to allow gameplay to focus on brains instead of just brawn — that I am looking forward to another suspense- and fun-filled year with you.

On this, your special anniversary I just want to say thanks for being one of my all-time favorite games. Ever. I will unabashedly proclaim that TSW is awesome from all the rooftops. If any readers don’t know what all my fuss is about, do yourself a favor and get the game. I’ll see you there!

Happy birthday SWG!

Shiny Addict — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 14:00:28 +0000

You may not be with us any longer, but your presence is still felt. Happy birthday Star Wars Galaxies!

With your immersive virtual world filled with vibrant player characters who did everything from run shops to run criminal organizations, you are the game that drew me into MMORPGs hook, line, and sinker. And I’ve stayed all these years! Many a game has failed to live up to the standards you set, but I’ll never stop looking, and I’ll never give up hope.

Here’s to that galaxy that is forever far, far away. Cheers!

Have an X-cellent anniversary Marvel Heroes!

Shiny Addict — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 14:00:18 +0000

Few games can claim to be just pure fun, but you definitely are. Hope you have an X-cellent anniversary, Marvel Heroes! Or shall I say, Loot Pinata Online? I can’t wait to see how I will handle 365 gifts in my overstuffed bag! If you haven’t tried this game yet, you owe it to yourself to do it. And this anniversary celebration is the perfect time. See you there!