Opinions & Analysis
I never wanted to be a princess, until Disney Dreamlight Valley
Disney Dreamlight Valley, with its several generations' worth of Disney characters, pivoted my perspective on pretty princesses.
Why is TV so much better than film at video game adaptations?
Making a film is already difficult enough and it’s even more of an uphill struggle for a video game film…
ACMI's Out of Bounds exhibit explored the literal boundaries of play
The Out of Bounds installation shows that ACMI continues to adventure beyond the limits of what video game exhibits can,…
Diablo 4 is dark and gothic as hell - Preview
Diablo 4 wants to bring back the oppressive, horror-like atmosphere of the original game, and the opening act sets the…
Apple TV 4K (2022, 3rd Generation) review
The Apple TV 4K is a great video streaming device for your television. But with the computing power inside, is…
The best decks in Marvel Snap, according to creator Ben Brode
If you're struggling to claim victory in Marvel Snap, game creator Ben Brode has some hard-earned tips.
Dead Island 2 preview - The first bite
Dead Island 2 is real, and its combat feels good. But there are still so many unknowns that keep us…
Mass Effect’s colonisation narrative isn’t pretty, ten years later
The way the Mass Effect series portrayed the idea of human expansion and colonisation hasn't aged well, writes Nich Richie.
Gungrave G.O.R.E. preview – A gothic and bloody power fantasy
Gungrave G.O.R.E. features a satisfying mix of meaty arcade combat mechanics, and gut explosions.
Assassin's Creed Liberation turns 10: A forgotten but important legacy
10 years on, one of the most interesting Assassin's Creed games has largely been left forgotten. We reminisce on its…