At first glance, Rebel Galaxy and Wing Commander appear to belong to the same tradition. Both place the player behind the controls of an armed…
Why Women Often Prefer Video Games Less Than Men—or Simply Play Them Differently
For many years, video games have been viewed as a predominantly male hobby. Gaming advertisements, conventions, competitive communities, magazines and online discussions have historically centred…
Nioh 2 vs. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice — Similar Setting, Very Different Games
At first glance, Nioh 2 and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice look like close relatives. Both are brutally difficult action games set in heavily stylized versions…
VRChat: The Friendster of the Metaverse
Exploring the Early Days of a Digital Revolution In the early 2000s, platforms like Friendster quietly reshaped the internet. Before Facebook became a household name…
Radeon 5700 XT Review (Linux and Windows)
The videos above discuss my experiences with the AMD Radeon graphics card, outlining the installation process as well as the card’s advantages and disadvantages. This…
Video Games and the Productive Need to Indulge in Fantasy
Video games are often scrutinized for their perceived lack of productive value. However, supporters of gaming have been quick to defend the medium, pointing out…
Graphics vs. Gameplay: What Truly Makes a Game Timeless?
Being wooed by the latest graphics and visual spectacle has long been a common vice among gamers. Let’s face it—great graphics help sell games. We…
Pimp your Gaming PC
There are many benefits of gaming with a PC. As it is considered a hardcore platform for gamers, requiring a significant investment in time and…
Why Older and Retro games rock!
The word older is a relative term. For some older can mean something that came out last year. For those graphic hipsters out there, anything…
Top Racing Games
Need for Speed World : Nothing better than playing with a bunch of other live human players. Need for Speed World is also free to…