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Local Multiplayer, Subversive Pop, and Queer Turmoil
Local Multiplayer, Subversive Pop, and Queer Turmoil
I’m back with some more takes (varying in freshness) about some recent releases — this time in games, music, AND movies.
Nick Hadfield
Nov 25, 2018
The Manic Energy of SOPHIE, Sheena Ringo, and Splatoon 2
The Manic Energy of SOPHIE, Sheena Ringo, and Splatoon 2
I have a weak spot for more chaotic visuals and sounds. This week I've got three examples of expertly executed styles for y'all.
Nick Hadfield
Jun 21, 2018
God of War, Terrace House, and the Complexities of Relationships
God of War, Terrace House, and the Complexities of Relationships
This week: storytelling in God of War, the ups and downs of dating in Terrace House, and Rina Sawayama's bottled lightning Valentine's…
Nick Hadfield
Jun 4, 2018
Articles
Michael Haneke's Films Ranked by Compassion for Humanity
Michael Haneke's Films Ranked by Compassion for Humanity
To commemorate the 1-week long theatrical run of Happy End here, I judged five of Haneke's films based on sympathy for humanity.
Nick Hadfield
Feb 25, 2018
Pyre is a Game of Strategic Goodbyes
Pyre is a Game of Strategic Goodbyes
Pyre capitalizes on the inherent stress of its premise to deliver an emotionally magnetic, impactful experience.
Nick Hadfield
Aug 18, 2017
Fire Emblem Echoes signals a change in how Nintendo writes gay characters
Fire Emblem Echoes signals a change in how Nintendo writes gay characters
The sympathetic portrayal of Leon in Fire Emblem Echoes shows promise that Nintendo is beginning to write more diverse characters.
Nick Hadfield
Jun 30, 2017
Night in the Woods’ Characters Bring Meaning to Life’s Patterns
Night in the Woods’ Characters Bring Meaning to Life’s Patterns
For a game starring colorful anthropomorphic animals, Night in the Woods has a lot to say about the human experience.
Nick Hadfield
Mar 21, 2017
End-Ofs
My Favorite Music of 2018
My Favorite Music of 2018
Hey y’all! I’ve come bearing the greatest gift possible: my top music of 2018 list. Thanks for playing!
Nick Hadfield
May 28, 2019
My Favorite Games of 2018
My Favorite Games of 2018
Hey y’all! I’ve fought tooth and nail to bring you this not quite all-inclusive list of my favorite games from last year.
Nick Hadfield
Mar 29, 2019
My Favorite Games of 2017
My Favorite Games of 2017
Here’s my biased list of the games that impacted me the most in 2017 and left me with something to say about them as I reflect on the year.
Nick Hadfield
Dec 31, 2017
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