Our initial glimpse at Grand Theft Auto VI lacked details, but generated a lot of excitement.
On September 16, 2013, I arrived in Japan to report on the Tokyo Game Show. Grand Theft Auto V had consumed my life for weeks before my flight. I had spent six days playing it non-stop, writing a review, and…
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora review – welcome to the jungle, it’s yours to reclaim
I It is uncommon to come across two artistic works that complement each other as well as the Avatar film universe and the Far Cry video game series. Both feature lush yet perilous environments that invite exploration. They also touch…
The first glimpse at GTA 6 showcases speedy vehicles, pink birds, and a female protagonist in the trailer.
After being leaked online, Rockstar Games has officially released the first trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6. This highly anticipated game is the latest installment in their critically acclaimed open-world crime series. Since its launch in 2013, Grand Theft Auto…
A review of A Highland Song – a journey through the beautiful landscapes and mythical tales of Scotland.
A I initially did not enjoy Highland Song, a magical-realist journey through the Scottish Highlands. My first attempt at guiding teenage runaway Moira to her Uncle Hamish’s lighthouse was frustrating and led me to restart the game. I was stranded…
Would anyone be interested in growing virtual potatoes in the metaverse? Delving into the chaotic virtual worlds of Roblox’s corporate landscape.
G Gone are the times when a roadside billboard and a costly TV commercial during X Factor were sufficient for promoting your product. In today’s world, advertising in online video games like Roblox is necessary. For those unfamiliar, Roblox is…
Review of Persona 5 Tactica – Anyone interested in urban warfare with a Jungian twist, similar to the Famous Five series?
The long-running Persona series marries Famous Five-style adventuring with Jungian psychology. Typically, a group of students band together to solve the adult-confounding problems of their town, battling with the manifestations of its residents’ various emotional hang-ups. This spin-off shifts away…
It’s like a suggestive postcard from the beach: Thank Goodness You’re Here! – a comedy game from Yorkshire.
‘T “Thank goodness you have arrived!” exclaims a distressed customer at Rog’s Veg Hall. The proprietor has become agitated upon hearing a remark about his head resembling a piece of corn, resulting in a chaotic attack of vegetables on all…
“Maintaining law and order: The timeless attraction of mowing virtual lawns in video games.”
J On Tuesdays, Jessica used to join for tea and her main activity was mowing the lawn. Each week, we would insert the small disc of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker into my GameCube and she would prepare…
Pushing Buttons: The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One ushered in an era of technical brilliance – but creative timidity
I 10 years ago, the future was kickstarted with the release of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One consoles in late 2013. These revolutionary machines introduced high-definition gaming to the masses and paved the way for cloud computing. Games like…
Review of SteamWorld Build – Customize a small town inhabited by robots wearing hats.
I I am constructing a ranch for robotic cows, to be used in creating burgers for a community of humanoid robots powered by steam. Although none of this is logical, it doesn’t matter. The games in this delightful robopunk series…