How are Video Game Modders Viewed by Players?
Modders are often generalized as being either good or bad, but their diversity calls for more nuanced discussion.
A Wondrous and Deadly World – Elden Ring
Elden Ring earns its place among the Souls games with flying colors thanks to its open-ended nature, wonderful exploration, and meaty combat.
Free-to-Play, but Feel Free to Pay – Lost Ark
Lost Ark is a fun MMO that offers a lot of activities, and even more if you have the time or the cash.
The Most Relatable Orcs in Hollywood – Warcraft (Movie)
An average movie recommendable to fans of the franchise, with beautiful scenes and exquisite orcs.
Rockin’ On Heaven’s Floor – Guilty Gear Strive
With a combination of a kick-ass soundtrack, a colorful cast of characters, and stylish fighting, Guilty Gear Strive rocks your socks off.
High-speed Faction Wars in Space – Star Realms
A lightweight but addicting deck-building game with just enough decision-making to keep replayability high.
Minigames – A Waste of Time or a Delightful Diversion?
Not all minigames are created equal, as they should not only be fun to play but also encourage the player to participate.
The Joys of the Blade – Nioh 2
Nioh 2 offers an extremely deep combat system and many tools for experienced players to toy around with.
Archaeological Approach to Catastrophe and Mass Migration in No Man’s Sky
An archaeologist used real-life methods to study an abandoned community of player settlements in No Man’s Sky.
Demonic Collect-a-Thon in a World of Rubble – Shin Megami Tensei V
Shin Megami Tensei V features an extremely satisfying loop of exploration, turn-based battles, and party management at the cost of its story.
A Heartless Husk and a Soulless Adaptation – Dragon’s Dogma (Series)
A Netflix adaptation no one asked for, Dragon’s Dogma is a dark and mediocre fantasy series that mostly fails to capture the magic of its source material.
From Red to Green – Terraforming Mars
A large time commitment, Terraforming Mars offers a fun theme and many strategies for players that prefer personal planning over social interactions.
Co-operative Absent-mindedness – Group Ironman in Old School RuneScape
A new game mode in Old School RuneScape encourages co-operation while retaining the relaxing flow.
Gripping Shootouts in the Living Room – Half-Life: Alyx
A technical marvel, Half-Life: Alyx offers a meaty and polished experience unparalleled in the VR space.