My wishlist for Zelda: Breath of the Wild
I haven’t loved a Zelda since Ocarina, but I’ve got high hopes for Breath of the Wild. Although Zelda II: The Adventure of Link was technically my first of the franchise, Ocarina of Time was the first…
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January is Backlog Month
The slowest time of the year still has some quality games if you’re looking for something new. Resident Evil 7, Gravity Rush 2, and Yakuza 0 offer a decent variety of strongly reviewed…
New Cinematic Trailer for Mass Effect Andromeda
“Is that our golden world?” a dramatic female voice asks. “That’s habitat 7: New Earth, if we’re lucky”, responds the evil Captain from Shawshank Redemption. The new Mass Effect: Andromeda trailer is out…
The Switch Pro Controller is here, annnnnnnnd it’s sold out
There it is. You might not see one IRL (at least one you can buy) for a little while. Another Nintendo product has sold out quickly as the Switch Pro…
Game of the Year 2017 – Stardew Valley?
We’re living in the new golden age of gaming with a gluttony of options and nowhere near enough time to play everything great. Some games click with the zeitgeist and…
The Greatest Console Innovations – Part 1
The gaming industry is a fascinating beast to behold as technology advancements need to be just as creative as game design Timing plays a large role as companies search for the sweet spot of consumer interest. Developers must be simultaneously ambitious and practical to meet their customers ever-changing needs. Let's take a look at some of the most important innovations ever brought about by gaming consoles.
The Greatest Console Innovations – Part 2
Part 2 of our look at console innovations dives into the brave new world of 3D graphics, disc media, and analog sticks. More companies were getting involved, tech was advancing rapidly, and games were being played much differently than before.
Nintendo’s New Online Service is an Insult
As the Switch’s launch day creeps closer, the excitement will mount to crazy levels, blowing away the intense cynicism we see now about: a barebones lineup, motion/audio gaming, and online that’s…
Next game from INSIDE/Limbo Dev teased
Playdead – developer of INSIDE and Limbo – have tweeted a teaser for their next game. At first glance it appears to be quite similar to their previous two efforts. A muted palette,…
History of the Playstation
The Playstation was an incredibly important point in the history of gaming. It led the charge for home consoles to embrace 3D graphics and CD media. The controllers and…