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Crossplay

Medium’s newest editorial for video game enthusiasts. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer or a filthy casual, Crossplay aims to be the best and most accessible video game publication for readers and writers. No more platform segregation. Crossplay is now enabled–let’s squad up!

Required Reading

Chinese Men Who Flew Over The Bus (8/16 Bit Mixtape)

Chinese Men Who Flew Over The Bus (8/16 Bit Mixtape)

The evolution of console fighting video games during The Crack Era. From The Galaxy of Queens, New York.

May 13

Spotlight

How ‘Gris’ Uses Gameplay Mechanics to Aid its Storytelling

How ‘Gris’ Uses Gameplay Mechanics to Aid its Storytelling

Two weeks ago, I explored the captivating use of colours in the video game Gris, which masterfully portrays the five stages of grief…

May 5

The Power of Cozy Management Simulation Games

The Power of Cozy Management Simulation Games

And the Psychology Behind Their Popularity

Mar 24

Latest Stories

The Aftermath: Xbox Game Pass Trudges On

The Aftermath: Xbox Game Pass Trudges On

Post-Activison changes to Xbox Game Pass

Jul 16

Mini Review: I Started Wuthering Waves, & Here Are Some First Impressions

Mini Review: I Started Wuthering Waves, & Here Are Some First Impre...

TL:DR — Great design, Meh Narrative

Jun 24

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion Conveys Narrative in a Subtle Way

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion Conveys Narrative in a Subtle Way

Despite its light-hearted gameplay

Jun 2

Exploring the Potential of Poetry in Games

Exploring the Potential of Poetry in Games

Insights from GDC 2024

May 21

Olly Olly Oxenfree ’24

Olly Olly Oxenfree ’24

The Netflix Game Experience Continued

Mar 15

The Telling Nature of Second Chances

The Telling Nature of Second Chances

How Beacon Pines Manages to Use the Charms Mechanics to Aid Their Narrative

Mar 3

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