Author: Aki-Petteri Meskanen
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Simplicity at its finest – Jazz Jackrabbit 2: The Secret Files
Take a moment to relax and blast some turtle shell in this laid-back classic action-platformer!
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Gotta Digivolve them all – Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth
Less digisleuthing, more digigrinding within the digital world of Digimon.
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Replaying a game is not without its reasons
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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Objective: Survive – Vampire Survivors
Ever wished to become a walking, projectile throwing, bringer of death? No? Well, here’s Vampire Survivors anyway.
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From a fledgling hunter to becoming the apex predator – Monster Hunter Rise
Sharpen your weapon and gather your pals – it’s time for some Monster Hunting.
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Final Fantasy VII – A quarter of a century-old classic adventure
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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Solving an interdimensional problem on a “Northern Journey” in Norway
Save the dimension, become an expert in pest control using a sling, and more on this bizarre Northern Journey.
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Time is fleeting (and various other things), so please, have some respect for it
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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Historically (in)accurate Japanese warfare – Sengoku BASARA 4: Sumeragi
Battle your way across Sengoku period Japan in ludicrous style in Sengoku BASARA 4: Sumeragi.
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Winning and losing play an important role in social player behaviour over the level of violent content
The level of violent content in video games doesn’t lead to anti-social player behaviour on its own.
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Short adventure, grand experience – Helen’s Mysterious Castle
Get ready to eat steaks, duel against monsters and meet charming characters in this short #Indie #JRPG, called #HelensMysteriousCastle!


