Sameer Desai

The fearless leader of the editorial team of IVG is endowed with a deep-rooted passion for gaming and an equal amount of disdain for anything science fiction. If that left you scratching your head, you're not alone; the man is full of anomalies. His analytical skills cut across genres, and he can handle the M82 assault rifle in Killzone 2 as deftly as the steering wheel of a Cappuccino (his favourite car) in Gran Turismo 5. Having abandoned a far more lucrative career in mainstream media, Sameer has made his mark within the nascent gaming industry in India by writing for many publications (both print and digital), and by leading the growing juggernaut that is IVG over the last five years to a spot amidst the top Indian websites that cater to core gamers. While he may come across as a harmless, good-natured and friendly person, a word of caution here: do NOT utter 'Angry Birds' in front of him, or any casual game for that matter. You may end up walking away screaming at the top of your lungs, with a pair of sai lodged firmly in your nether-region.

Favourite Games: Gran Turismo (series), Pro Evolution Soccer (series), Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, Mirror's Edge

Favourite Genres: Racing, Sports, Platform

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355 posts by Sameer

Interview: PlayStation India head Atindriya Bose on PS4 India launch
Features / Featured - Features / India / Featured - India / Featured Posts / Features / IndiaWe quiz the PlayStation India boss on why the PS4 has been delayed in India and when we'll get launch information. Read More
Review: Need for Speed: Rivals
ReviewsRivals is one of the better Need for Speed games to come around in recent years, but that really isn’t saying much, with the series being reduced to a speck in the rear-view mirrors of the likes of Grid and Forza Read More
Xbox 360 Diwali bundles announced, including FIFA 14 bundle
India / News4 GB Kinect bundle now includes FIFA 14 and three Kinect games at no extra cost. Read More
Review: FIFA 14
ReviewsMore of the same, and while FIFA fans will lap it up, it doesn't do enough to entice those who are on the fence. Read More
Review: Pro Evolution Soccer 2014
ReviewsPES 2014 plays remarkably well, but it feels a bit thin in the way of game modes, particularly when compared to the competiion. Read More
Review: CM Storm Quickfire TK gaming keyboard
ReviewsA well built keyboard that’s a joy to use, but the absence of an entire cluster of keys and the lack of any dedicated gaming keys cannot justify the Rs 7,000 asking price. Read More
Review: Asphalt 8: Airborne
ReviewsYou’ll be hard pressed to find a more entertaining racing game for your iOS or Android device. At Rs 55, it’s a steal. Read More
FIFA 14 demo coming on 10th September
News / VideosThe demo will be released on 10th September for Xbox 360 and PC and 11th September for PS3 in India. Read More
FIFA 14 Ultimate Team Legends exclusive to Xbox 360, Xbox One
News / VideosFIFA Ultimate Team Legends features several of the sports greatest players, including Pele, Patrick Vieira and Dennis Bergkamp. Read More
FIFA 14 free with all Xbox One preorders in Europe
NewsEuropean Xbox One preorders, past and future, will receive a free digital copy of FIFA 14. Read More
Preview: Pro Evolution Soccer 2014
PreviewsWe go hands-on with the brand new FOX engine-powered Pro Evo. Read More
Big Ant Studios set to unveil new cricket game; here’s everything we know so far
FeaturesThe developers have already revealed a lot of information about the game to the community. Here's a round-up of all the details available so far. Read More
Preview: Grand Theft Auto 5
Features / Must Read / PreviewsWe visit Los Santos and Blaine County for the first time with Franklin, Michael and Trevor. Read More
Review: Grid 2
ReviewsHaving waited five years, this isn’t quite what most Grid fans would have had in mind, but like last year’s brilliant Forza Horizon, it’s still the sort of game this genre needs. Read More
Gran Turismo 6 announced for PS3: details, trailer, screenshots here
E3 2013 / News1,200 cars, 33 track locations, cross-device connectivity, deeper car customisation, online communities, and stronger DLC focus. Out later this year. Read More
Star Trek: The Video Game to arrive in India on 26th April
India / NewsA cover-based co-op shooter featuring iconic characters Kirk and Spock set around the 2009 film reboot. Read More
FIFA 14 announced for PC, current-gen consoles
News / VideosIt’s not like it needs to be announced, but EA has revealed the first bits of info on FIFA 14. Read More
IVG Podcast 14: We’re back
India / News / PodcastsThe IVG Podcast is back! Three years after the last one, Nash and I finally sat down for episode 14. Read More
LucasArts shut down by Disney, Star Wars 1313 possibly cancelled
NewsDisney is likely to move all development focus to Disney Infinity, its answer to Activision’s Skylanders property. Read More
Max Payne 3 on consoles drops to just Rs 999
India / NewsYou can now get it on Xbox 360 and PS3 for just Rs 999; that’s the same as the PC version. Read More
Images: Play 360 gaming lounge hosts the first IVG Delhi meet-up
Features / IndiaThe Play 360 lounge played host to the first IVG gamers' meet up. Here are some pictures. Read More
Review: Razer Deathstalker Ultimate gaming keyboard
ReviewsWith a largely redundant touchscreen interface and chiclet-style keys that aren't conducive to gaming at all, the Deathstalker Ultimate's performance pales in comparison to that of its significantly cheaper competititors. Read More
Ashes Cricket 2013: First three commentators revealed
NewsTV presenter Mark Nicholas, England ex-coach David Lloyd, and former Australian opening batsman Michael Slater will perform commentary duties. Read More
Kojima reveals Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain
NewsHideo Kojima announced Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain at his GDC presentation yesterday with a slick trailer showing off the new FOX Engine. Read More