Gaming
Why The Game Boy Color Was The Real Hero We Didn't Deserve
Vince Vanguard
The Game Boy Color, launched by Nintendo in 1998, was a vibrant handheld marvel that brought color to gaming amidst the simple joys of the late 90s, proving incredible impact doesn't require political narratives.
Betting on Fun and Rebellion at Santa Ysabel Casino
KC Fairlight
Santa Ysabel Casino, a tribal casino in Julian, California, was known not just for its gaming but also for political significance. It served as an effort by the Iipay Nation of Santa Ysabel to establish financial independence but also sparked discussions around Indigenous digital independence.
R-Type Final: A Cosmic Clash of Future and Nostalgia
Martin Sparks
R-Type Final is a thrilling fusion of challenging gameplay and visual wonder, igniting the player's imagination in a cosmic battle against alien forces. This iconic game symbolizes not just an end but the beginning of expansive possibilities in the gaming world.
The Pixel Pioneer: Walter Day's Legacy in Gaming
KC Fairlight
Walter Day is a name that resounds in the gaming world as the official keeper of video gaming records. Discover how he transformed gaming into a respected pursuit.
Unmasking the Charm and Intrigue of Crusader Kings II: Sword of Islam
KC Fairlight
"Crusader Kings II: Sword of Islam" offers players a richly detailed foray into medieval Islamic rule, challenging preconceived notions with new political and cultural complexities.
Unveiling the Intriguing World of Crusader Kings II: Sword of Islam
Vince Vanguard
Crusader Kings II: Sword of Islam is an engaging expansion that shatters the stale medieval European narrative by spotlighting the vibrant and complex Islamic world. It's a politically challenging journey that demands strategic brilliance.
Nintendo's Conservative Creed: The Legacy of Software Planning & Development
Vince Vanguard
Nintendo Software Planning & Development transformed gaming with iconic titles. This division’s unique approach prioritized substance over graphic finesse, challenging conventional industry norms.
Trading Sandals for Strategy: Exploring The Settlers: Rise of an Empire
KC Fairlight
Trading battles for bread, 'The Settlers: Rise of an Empire' is a nostalgic dip into medieval economic strategy with a peaceful twist.
Exploring 'The Settlers: Rise of an Empire': Building a Medieval World
Martin Sparks
Explore the medieval world of 'The Settlers: Rise of an Empire,' a strategy game that focuses on resource management and city building, offering players an immersive and educational experience.
Unlocking the Mysteries of 'The 7th Saga': A Journey Beyond Pixels
Martin Sparks
Journey into the world of 'The 7th Saga', a challenging and captivating RPG that combined groundbreaking multiplayer elements with fiercely strategic gameplay, leaving an indelible mark on the evolution of the genre.
The 7th Saga: A Conservative Look at a Classic RPG
Vince Vanguard
The 7th Saga is an audacious RPG from 1993 that defies easy explanations and rewards players with a challenge that life itself could envy. Explore the depths of what made this game unique (and sometimes infuriating) as it lessons about accountability and resilience.
Exploring GNS Theory: The Gamer's Compass
KC Fairlight
Step into the fascinating world of GNS Theory, a guiding framework that describes three core experiences in role-playing games: Gamism, Narrativism, and Simulationism. This blog explores how each category influences gaming culture, especially for Gen Z players balancing between virtual and tabletop realms.
GNS Theory: The Game-Changer in Narrative Dynamics
Martin Sparks
Enter the world of GNS Theory, a groundbreaking framework that revolutionizes game design by understanding player motivations through three core elements: Gamism, Narrativism, and Simulationism.
Warhammer 40,000: Regicide - Tactical Warfare Meets Bloody Chess
Vince Vanguard
Warhammer 40,000: Regicide turns chess into a blood-pumping battlefield with exhilarating strategy and epic chaos. Explore a unique blend of tactics and brutal action.
Unraveling the Myth and Majesty of Starscourge Radahn: A Cosmic Journey
Martin Sparks
Meet Starscourge Radahn: a demigod whose gravitational prowess in *Elden Ring* captivates both gamers and philosophers with his celestial feats and tragic narrative.
Radahn: The Starscourge That Shook The Multiverse!
Vince Vanguard
Meet Starscourge Radahn, the larger-than-life boss from Elden Ring that embodies raw power and challenges the modern world’s comfort zones.
Exploring Parallel Kingdom: A Digital Adventure Like No Other
KC Fairlight
Parallel Kingdom was an innovative augmented reality game that turned the world into a playground for exploration and battles. Developed by PerBlue in 2009, it allowed players to interact with the virtual overlaid onto their real-world surroundings.
Exploring the Enthralling World of Parallel Kingdom: A Digital Adventure Beyond Imagination
Martin Sparks
Discover 'Parallel Kingdom', a groundbreaking augmented reality game where your real-world surroundings morph into a digital adventure with quests, alliances, and epic battles. Dive into this innovative fusion of fantasy and reality today!
Globulation 2: The Game That Snubs Your Snowflake Sensibilities
Vince Vanguard
Globulation 2, released in the early 2000s, breaks the mold of mainstream gaming with its open-source, real-time strategy twist that encourages players to rely on their own wits. This game is a nod to those who value substance, community, and strategy over flashy aesthetics.
Unleash the Depths: Exploring the World of Ruined King
KC Fairlight
"Ruined King: A League of Legends Story" is a captivating RPG set in the immersive universe of Bilgewater and the Shadow Isles. It combines storytelling with familiar mechanics to explore resilience and unity.
Unlocking the Secrets of Ruined King: Why This Game Shakes the Core of Modern Gaming
Vince Vanguard
Offering more than just a digital escape, 'Ruined King: A League of Legends Story' shakes up modern gaming with its rich lore and strategic gameplay, appealing to those with a taste for timeless values.
Navigating the Perils of Zombie Highway: An Enthusiast’s Guide
Martin Sparks
Discover the thrilling world of 'Zombie Highway', a game that combines strategy and survival in a post-apocalyptic setting teeming with undead challenges.
Surviving the Zombie Highway: A Test of Skills and Nerves
Vince Vanguard
Zombie Highway is a gripping mobile game by Auxbrain Inc., released in 2010, engaging gamers in a post-apocalyptic world. Players navigate an endless highway filled with obstacles and zombies vying to crash their vehicle.
Bubsy 3D and the Monumental Leap: Gaming Goes to Art School
Vince Vanguard
Bubsy is back, not in the jungles of old-school video games but at an avant-garde art exhibit. Dive into the wild reimagining of Bubsy 3D as it critiques and plays within the world of James Turrell's artistry.