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Read more about the article Simplicity at its finest – Jazz Jackrabbit 2: The Secret Files

Simplicity at its finest – Jazz Jackrabbit 2: The Secret Files

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:April 8, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

Take a moment to relax and blast some turtle shell in this laid-back classic action-platformer!

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Read more about the article Trophy hunters participate not only in trophy-related talk but also in a wider range of discussions about games

Trophy hunters participate not only in trophy-related talk but also in a wider range of discussions about games

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:March 31, 2022
  • Post category:Game Research Highlights

Reddit discussion about achievement hunting can reveal the player’s feelings towards the game and the meta-game system surrounding it.

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Read more about the article Gotta Digivolve them all – Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth

Gotta Digivolve them all – Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:March 14, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

Less digisleuthing, more digigrinding within the digital world of Digimon.

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Read more about the article Courtroom hijinks on stage – Ace Attorney: Turnabout Spotlight

Courtroom hijinks on stage – Ace Attorney: Turnabout Spotlight

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:March 7, 2022
  • Post category:Game-related media

Too much yelling, too little crime-solving and investigating for an Ace Attorney experience.

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Read more about the article Replaying a game is not without its reasons

Replaying a game is not without its reasons

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:March 3, 2022
  • Post category:Features

Why does one replay a game? In this thinkpiece I go over reasons why I do and don’t replay games.

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Read more about the article Objective: Survive – Vampire Survivors

Objective: Survive – Vampire Survivors

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:February 24, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

Ever wished to become a walking, projectile throwing, bringer of death? No? Well, here’s Vampire Survivors anyway.

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Read more about the article From a fledgling hunter to becoming the apex predator – Monster Hunter Rise

From a fledgling hunter to becoming the apex predator – Monster Hunter Rise

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:February 14, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

Sharpen your weapon and gather your pals – it’s time for some Monster Hunting.

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Read more about the article Final Fantasy VII – A quarter of a century-old classic adventure

Final Fantasy VII – A quarter of a century-old classic adventure

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:February 7, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

25 years have gone by, but Final Fantasy VII remains an evergreen JRPG to try out or revisit for the umpteenth time.

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Read more about the article Solving an interdimensional problem on a “Northern Journey” in Norway

Solving an interdimensional problem on a “Northern Journey” in Norway

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:January 28, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

Save the dimension, become an expert in pest control using a sling, and more on this bizarre Northern Journey.

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Read more about the article Time is fleeting (and various other things), so please, have some respect for it

Time is fleeting (and various other things), so please, have some respect for it

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:December 30, 2021
  • Post category:Features

Do longer games respect the player’s time? Is the content contained within meaningful? This thinkpiece tries to shine light on these questions.

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Read more about the article A heartfelt and captivating musical adaptation of a JRPG – Trails of Cold Steel: Premium 3D Musical

A heartfelt and captivating musical adaptation of a JRPG – Trails of Cold Steel: Premium 3D Musical

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:December 13, 2021
  • Post category:Game-related media

It’s often said that movie adaptations of video games are terrible. So, how would a musical fare? Well.

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Read more about the article Historically (in)accurate Japanese warfare – Sengoku BASARA 4: Sumeragi

Historically (in)accurate Japanese warfare – Sengoku BASARA 4: Sumeragi

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:November 26, 2021
  • Post category:Game Reviews

Battle your way across Sengoku period Japan in ludicrous style in Sengoku BASARA 4: Sumeragi.

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Read more about the article Winning and losing play an important role in social player behaviour over the level of violent content

Winning and losing play an important role in social player behaviour over the level of violent content

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:November 8, 2021
  • Post category:Game Research Highlights

The level of violent content in video games doesn’t lead to anti-social player behaviour on its own.

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Read more about the article Short adventure, grand experience – Helen’s Mysterious Castle

Short adventure, grand experience – Helen’s Mysterious Castle

  • Post author:Aki-Petteri Meskanen
  • Post published:October 28, 2021
  • Post category:Game Reviews

Get ready to eat steaks, duel against monsters and meet charming characters in this short #Indie #JRPG, called #HelensMysteriousCastle!

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