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| Electronic Gaming Monthly | 
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| Publisher: Ziff Davis Media
Category: Magazine
List Price: $71.00
Buy New: $19.97
You Save: $51.03 (72%)
Avg. Customer Rating:  (83 reviews)
Sales Rank: 250
Format: Magazine Subscription, Print
Language: English (Published)
Type: Consumer magazine
Media: Magazine
Subscription Issues: 12
Subscription Length: 12 Months
Issues Per Year: 12
First Issue Lead Time: 6-10 Weeks
ASIN: B00005N7PX
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 1 to 3 months
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| Customer Reviews:
Hey, it entertains June 9, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I want to be honest. I didn't subscribe for this magazine, but whenever a new issue comes out, I'll dish out six bucks for it and read it only--and you got me right--for the humor factor. Like certain reviewers have said, it's a love or hate relationship with the humor they provide into their articles, whether it be making fun of certain fans, actors, gamers, publishers, or the creators of the games themselves.
But there are some drawbacks.
Unlike other magazines like GameInformer, EGM doesn't get very detailed in the hot games coming out next month, or much into PC games. And if they do, most of it is contained in less than 3 pages, the rest of it pictures adding good filler as though making the articles seem bigger. Plus, the magazines are pretty slim, and not packed with a lot of detail. The reviews are a good plus, with three people sharing their thoughts on a game, rather than just one person. As you can see, in most scores, it varies, so you're not really sure if the game is good or not, guaranteeing you to go play it for yourself and letting you be the judge. The one part I have a problem with EGM besides the slim articles is that sometimes they can be too obnoxiously stupid in their jokes, overusing a few, and sometimes being more than a little too cruel with their readers who submit their letters. Sometimes, they can be very immature, and it shows in their snappy 'comebacks'.
Other than that, if you really want a few good laughs, come read EGM, but I warn you, you won't get more than that.
EGM... humor or slander? Readers must decide before buying April 24, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Iv'e seen all of the other reviews for this particular magazine, and a lot of people have actually hit it right on the nose. EGM IS overly critical a lot of times on games. If you pay close attention, you'll see that they have a knack for creating humor out of "bullying" game publishers and console platforms. It really comes down to who YOU are as the reader. Some may appreciate the twist and view it as "enjoyable reading". Other's may find it a bit degrading. I for one take them as they are. I understand that writers have their styles, and that while a bit curt sometimes, the reviews are all meant to give you the truth without the candy coating. I can tell you that EGM if anything offers all of the information about the games you might find of interest, if you'll "grin and bear it". I would suggest that the readers who dislike this frank approach,take a look at both EGM and another multiplatform gaming magazine. A mag like Game Informer would do well to counter balance EGM. Think of them as a kind of Yin and Yang if you will. Now why would I suggest both? Because I think that EGM is a good mag with a lot of unique content to offer. And because if you do, (and pay close attention) you'll see the beauty of a little harmless critisism now and then.
 Great November 11, 2006
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
Good magazine. if you like video games, this is an unbiased, very informative magazine with great reviews.
best video game magazine out there October 14, 2006
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
this is the only vg magazine i've ever truly enjoyed. the articles and reviews are unbiased and funny, and the Game of the Month goes to the game taht actually deserves it, not just the 'cool' game for that month. theres so much more to the magazine than just previews and reviews. they have articles relating to everything videogame related, like a monthly article about different jobs in the video game industry. but amazon really has to update the description.
Hella Bangin'!!! September 14, 2006
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Talk about a hella sweeet magazine! I love this magazine, and have been subscribing since I was a little kid of 35 years of age. Bangin' reviews, bangin' cover stories. I like it tons more than other competition, such as GamePro. I highly recommend it!
In a way, this magazine actually reminds me a lot of GamePro. The formatting is almost the same. But the article writing is 10 times better than anything out of GamePro, over the last 2 or 3 years. I can't quite put my finger on what differentiates EGM from GamePro, but its noticeable, and much more refreshing than GamePro. Sorry to compare it so much, but they are virtually the same, but EGM is better. It just is.
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