New site feature: Game Pages

Update: Forgot to mention! Obviously I’ll continue to add games in the future, so if you think the database is a bit light right now, don’t worry about it! And please let me know if you encounter any glaring issues/errors. My interest in your feedback is one of the reasons I’m revealing this feature a bit earlier than I planned.

I’m not going to lie: Sometimes it can be very difficult managing Nintendo/Gaming Everything. There are some things I wish I could do more of – such as providing more original content and features – but there just isn’t enough time in the day to accomplish everything I have in mind. From the moment I wake up to the moment I hit the sack, I’m responsible for finding news for two sites, managing the forum, introducing new functionality (and coding things myself despite my limited knowledge). Oh, and did I mention that this isn’t my day job?

Before I bore you further, I should probably move on to the topic at hand. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been working on a new feature for the site: Game Pages. This is something that I’ve wanted to add to NE for years to be honest. Ironically, since I didn’t think it could be done with the system we use on both of the sites currently, I initially started Gaming Everything off with a custom CMS rather than WordPress. But I recently found a fairly simple solution that could realize my idea. Right now this functionality is just for Nintendo Everything, though I plan to add it to our sister site once everything is in place.

When you visit the “Game” page (click here or click the title on the header above), you’ll first come across images of four Nintendo consoles. Once you choose the system you’re interested in, you’ll be brought to a listing of titles for that platform. And from there, you can view information about a game, posts on the main site related to the game, rate the game, view screenshots, and post comments about the game.

I sort of hinted that these pages aren’t finished. Well, that’s true. I still have additional functionality planned. For example, I’m hoping to provide more sorting options for the tables and add videos/trailers in as well. Whether or not I’ll be able to code this… uh, we’ll see! I’m also planning a few aesthetic enhancements. So keep checking back on the “Game” page(s) for updates.

I don’t think I’ll be adding in every game to the database (at least not yet) nor will I add in “old” games since that would probably be way too much work. Simply put, I hope this is a feature that you guys will find useful. At least it should be easy for you all to keep track of your favorite titles!

I’d tease you about more “stuff” I have in the pipeline, but I probably shouldn’t go there… not yet at least. For now, enjoy the Game Pages!