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Remembering Sega World Sydney

Remembering Sega World Sydney

In the 90’s Sega was the king of video games in Australia. The Adventures of Sonic The Hedgehog played on Saturday mornings and the…
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Joe Douglas
Fan Media — A Field Guide

Fan Media — A Field Guide

Your guide to the creations of the fandom universe.
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Cat Webling
On the week of the 35th Mario Day we finally ask: what is Mario about?

On the week of the 35th Mario Day we finally ask: what is Mario about?

I’ve played it all my life, but what’s it really all about?
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Michael A Gold
The History of Beating Up Women in Video Games

The History of Beating Up Women in Video Games

A vertical scrolling adventure in digital violence against the fairer sex
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Hogan Torah
The Path for a Good “Dungeons & Dragons” Movie is Very Narrow

The Path for a Good “Dungeons & Dragons” Movie is Very Narrow

Translating the tabletop game to the big screen is fraught with danger
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Eric Pierce
Why Batman is the true villain of Gotham

Why Batman is the true villain of Gotham

Reviewing the representations of capitalism and socialism in mainstream superhero comics.
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Sumeiya Aden
Nintendo’s Kick-Ass Female Protagonists

Nintendo’s Kick-Ass Female Protagonists

Girl power in gaming is much needed. Here are some of the best examples.
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Shawn Laib
The Bittersweet Storyline of Age of Calamity

The Bittersweet Storyline of Age of Calamity

And why some gamers weren’t satisfied with it.
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Kristen Poli
Cyberpunk 2077 Is Better Than Critics Suggest

Cyberpunk 2077 Is Better Than Critics Suggest

200+ hours played on a last-gen console
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Ryan M. Danks
Seven Things That Got Me Through 2020

Seven Things That Got Me Through 2020

Points of light in an otherwise bleak year
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Eric Pierce
My 6 Favorite Video Games of 2020

My 6 Favorite Video Games of 2020

In a year of sorrow, pain, and disaster, a turn toward interactive art can serve as a sanctuary
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Yaseen Al-Sheikh
My ‘To Be Played’ List is Out of Control so Naturally I Started Playing Skyrim Again

My ‘To Be Played’ List is Out of Control so Naturally I Started Playing Skyrim Again

The simple comfort of Fus Ro Dahing people off the side of a mountain
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Eric Pierce
I Don’t Understand Fortnite

I Don’t Understand Fortnite

But I respect the game’s hustle and impact.
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Kristen Poli
Gotta Catch ‘Em All

Gotta Catch ‘Em All

An ode to familiar games and connectivity in these times.
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Kristen Poli
Spider-Man: Miles Morales is Emotional as Hell

Spider-Man: Miles Morales is Emotional as Hell

This half-step sequel exceeded every expectation of mine.
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Kevin Tash
Getting Stuck in an Adventure Game Before The Internet Existed Sucked

Getting Stuck in an Adventure Game Before The Internet Existed Sucked

How the hell was I supposed to know to do that?
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Hogan Torah
Inclusivity In Video Games

Inclusivity In Video Games

In honor of Asexual Awareness Week, there’s no time like now to remember that representation always matters.
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Kristen Poli
Old Games, New Challenges

Old Games, New Challenges

How twists like randomizers on classic games keep them relevant.
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Kristen Poli
I’m Obsessed with Game Dev Tycoon

I’m Obsessed with Game Dev Tycoon

Again.
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Kristen Poli
Play a Japanese Teenager in 1987 And Avenge Your Father’s Murder

Play a Japanese Teenager in 1987 And Avenge Your Father’s Murder

Or play Shenmue and walk around looking for sailors
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Hogan Torah
Star Wars: Squadrons has me Feeling like a Kid Again

Star Wars: Squadrons has me Feeling like a Kid Again

All wings report in
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Eric Pierce
Top 5 Nintendo 3DS Games

Top 5 Nintendo 3DS Games

In honor of the handheld console’s legacy.
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Kristen Poli
What Would a Sonic Sequel Even Be About?

What Would a Sonic Sequel Even Be About?

A pitch for Sonic the Hedgehog 2
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Kevin Tash
Nintendo's Potential Holiday Hit — Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity

Nintendo's Potential Holiday Hit — Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity

Nintendo is pushing Hyrule Warriors as it’s big Holiday 2020 title, but not just because they have to.
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Dylan Micheli
Is Super Mario Bros. 35 Worth It?

Is Super Mario Bros. 35 Worth It?

A look at Nintendo’s latest foray into the battle royale genre.
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Kristen Poli
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