Street Fighter 6 Sparks a Bright Future for Capcom’s Iconic Franchise
Following the launch of Street Fighter 6, the future of Capcom’s iconic fighting game franchise looks bright, especially for those that engage with tournaments and community gathers.
Gaming is Bigger Than Big Groups: Why Indie Showcases Matter
Indie showcases and presentations are important to the overall health of the gaming industry, showing projects that can emotionally grip players just as well as AAA titles.
An Overview of the Atelier Series and Where to Start
The world of the Atelier series of RPGs is vast and exciting! Alaska breaks down the best entries in the long-running franchise and why they’re worth playing, especially with Atelier Ryza 3 being just around the corner.
The SteelSeries PC Gaming Experience
Alex breaks down his experience over three months using only SteelSeries hardware on PC and the occasional console.
God of War Ragnarok Elevates AAA Side Quests
God of War Ragnarok has raised the bar on AAA side quests using meaningful upgrades and extra story beats comparable to the main adventure.
The Ideal Open World Pokémon and the Foundations Set by Legends Arceus
There are a lot of expectations following the success of Pokemon Legends Arceus. Can Pokemon Scarlet and Violet improve on the open-world concepts and finally be the ideal game fans have been waiting for?
Earthbound, A Look Inside Upcoming100 Greatest Console Video Games Book, Now on Kickstarter
We were given a first-look at the upcoming book 100 Greatest Console Video Games: 1988–1998, which is now on Kickstarter, through an essay about Earthbound.
2D Game Design is Seemingly a Defined, Delicate Balance
Two recent releases, Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising and Salt and Sacrifice, brought up an interesting thought about 2D game design and how it is so well-defined.
E1M1 Magazine Spotlights FPS Culture
We were recently sent an issue of E1M1 Magazine which spotlights boomer shooters and classic PC shooters in an exciting way, through a print magazine.
Looking Back at the First Burnout | One Series, One Completely Different Title
As part of a new series that looks at odd games in well-established franchises, Sina dives into the first Burnout but discovers that these games didn’t start out with the same energy they’re known for.
PS5 Launch Impressions - A Trip with Next-Gen Gaming
A new era of gaming is upon us. Justin picked up a digital PlayStation 5 and shares his experience with the console, Astro’s Playroom, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Demon’s Souls, and Bugsnax so far.
NieR is an Important Franchise for Square Enix
With the release and reception of NieR: Automata, it looks like Square Enix will be continuing to foster the NieR franchise with the announcements of NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139… and NieR Re[in]carnation at the Tokyo Game Show.
Expanded Impressions and Ranking Next-Gen Console Gaming Hardware
Zach lays out his thoughts about the next-gen console options dropping in November and ranks them. Which console will stand tall? PS5 or Xbox Series X?
The Hori Split Pad Pro Changed My Life
Alex has been fumbling with the Joy-Con for far too long, sharing why the Hori Split Pad Pro is his current favorite way to play the Nintendo Switch as a handheld.
Final Fantasy VII Remake has a Scene that will Assuredly Confuse New Players
As a longtime fan of Final Fantasy VII, I totally understand a particular cameo of a character during a bombastic scene but new players of Final Fantasy VII Remake might not get it and it detracts from the gravitas of the moment.
E3 Cancelled - What’s Next in Gaming is Unclear for Many but There’s Hope
Following a slew of cancellations of major gaming events like E3 due to the Coronavirus, we explore how this will ripple far and wide but in that swirl of negativity there is hope.
The Forgotten City (Skyrim Mod) was so Good it's Becoming a Full Game
Almost five years ago, I reviewed a Skyrim Mod titled The Forgotten City and it changed how I viewed mods. When I heard that the mod was being turned into a full game, I jumped for absolute joy.
New Final Fantasy VII Remake Trailer Solidifies my Feelings about this Remake
The newest trailer for Final Fantasy VII Remake shows a wide spread of what we can expect in this first episode. Alex breaks down the trailer and makes the argument that, despite it not being the full story, will probably satisfy most players with its depth.
Reflecting on my First Ever Playthrough of Metal Gear Solid (PSX)
After many years of it being a curiosity, Alex takes a full dive into the original Metal Gear Solid for the first time ever. This is a reflection on Metal Gear Solid as a newcomer to Kojima games who just recently finished Death Stranding.
A Discussion Starter for Post-Launch and Post-Review Microtransactions in Games
Two major examples of microtransactions being added to games well after launch and long after reviews are set have been sparking a conversations on these in-game economies. We break it down and talk to peers to further the overall discussion.