Samantha Low
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Honkai: Star Rail 2.0 – A Dreamy, Meme-y Escape
Honkai: Star Rail 2.0 sees Trailblazers venture into the Land of Dreams – here are our first impressions.
Genshin Impact 5.0: First impressions of Natlan
Genshin Impact fans will be treated to a whole host of new areas, characters and cultures to explore in Natlan.
Is Tower of Fantasy the Genshin Impact killer it’s touted to be?
The free-to-play game has Genshin Impact in its sights, with more than a few striking similarities. We compare the two.
The curious case of authenticity in Southeast Asian games
Do games from a particular region need to be culturally authentic to be good? We ponder the question while taking a look at some remarkable Southeast Asian games.
Meta and mathematicians: The world of Genshin Impact theorycrafting
A small subsection of Genshin Impact players are dedicating themselves to learn how to play the game most efficiently: with spreadsheets.
Games for Change Malaysia and what South East Asian gamedevs need
Interest in the game development scene in countries like Malaysia is increasing, but more steps are needed to foster a sustainable industry.
Gacha Gaming – The Good, the Bad, and the Bankrupt
Since Genshin Impact, 'gacha' games are becoming ever more prevalent in the West. But what makes them attractive? And aren't they problematic?
Eternights Review – Love and War
Part dating sim, part action RPG, Eternights impresses with its concept and complexity.
Master Detective Archives: Rain Code Review
Master Detective Archives: Rain Code deftly carries the torch as Danganronpa's spiritual successor, while pushing the visual novel format forward.
A Space for the Unbound Review – An Indonesian Masterpiece for the World
A Space for the Unbound is a masterpiece of storytelling that tackles difficult topics and feels authentic.