Review of Video Games: The Movie (2014) by Zachariah P — 05 Nov 2014

Absolutely schlock with no heart, or personality. Doesn't even do a good job outlining key moments in gaming history, and seems to forget that PC gaming is a thing.

This review of Video Games: The Movie (2014) was written by Zachariah P on 05 Nov 2014.

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Review of Video Games: The Movie (2014) by Zachariah P — 05 Nov 2014

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