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Read more about the article Is Pokémon Legends: Arceus the stuff of legends?

Is Pokémon Legends: Arceus the stuff of legends?

  • Post author:sereia belíssima
  • Post published:March 8, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

The latest game in the Pokémon series is a departure from previous titles. Is the series moving in the right direction?

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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 The Most Relatable Orcs in Hollywood – Warcraft (Movie)

The Most Relatable Orcs in Hollywood – Warcraft (Movie)

  • Post author:Pyry Hakala
  • Post published:March 4, 2022
  • Post category:Game-related media

An average movie recommendable to fans of the franchise, with beautiful scenes and exquisite orcs.

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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 From analog to digital – does Gloomhaven lose its magic in conversion?

From analog to digital – does Gloomhaven lose its magic in conversion?

  • Post author:Peetu Maijala
  • Post published:March 2, 2022
  • Post category:Features

What are the main differences between analog and digital versions of Gloomhaven and what you should buy?

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Read more about the article Rockin’ On Heaven’s Floor – Guilty Gear Strive

Rockin’ On Heaven’s Floor – Guilty Gear Strive

  • Post author:Pyry Hakala
  • Post published:March 1, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

With a combination of a kick-ass soundtrack, a colorful cast of characters, and stylish fighting, Guilty Gear Strive rocks your socks off.

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Read more about the article Destroy global supply chains with a mouse click: Innocent Passage review

Destroy global supply chains with a mouse click: Innocent Passage review

  • Post author:Cary Mackay
  • Post published:February 28, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

Innocent Passage is a game about processes of adaptation and cascading failure in global supply chains. It allows us to think about how the world might be changed through our collective.

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Read more about the article Falling In With Falling Off – Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy

Falling In With Falling Off – Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy

  • Post author:Jere Majava
  • Post published:February 25, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

The enjoyment in hard games is said to come from the feeling of accomplishment. Maybe there’s some to be found in failure as well.

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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 High-speed Faction Wars in Space – Star Realms

High-speed Faction Wars in Space – Star Realms

  • Post author:Pyry Hakala
  • Post published:February 18, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

A lightweight but addicting deck-building game with just enough decision-making to keep replayability high.

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Read more about the article Rejecting Malthusian Principles and Embracing Joy in Timberborn
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Rejecting Malthusian Principles and Embracing Joy in Timberborn

  • Post author:doruk
  • Post published:February 17, 2022
  • Post category:Features

A City Builder with beavers, rejecting myths of growth and embracing joy of beaver life.

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Read more about the article Dying on Europa – Barotrauma
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Dying on Europa – Barotrauma

  • Post author:Juuso Kuivila
  • Post published:February 16, 2022
  • Post category:Features

This is not a realistic-looking, realistic-playing simulation: these submarines ply their trade in two dimensions in the alien waters of Europa, and have more than torpedoes to worry about.

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Read more about the article Can My Cat Become a Gamer?

Can My Cat Become a Gamer?

  • Post author:Ida Pekkala
  • Post published:February 15, 2022
  • Post category:Features

Will my cat be into mobile game for cats or is he more of a traditional gamer?

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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 Educating Interactive Narrative Designers — Is it possible to teach Storytelling?

Educating Interactive Narrative Designers — Is it possible to teach Storytelling?

  • Post author:Sini Mäntylä
  • Post published:February 11, 2022
  • Post category:Game Research Highlights

Students could benefit from interactive narrative design courses in video game education.

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Read more about the article Joking Hazard – The Edgy Kid of Offensive Card Games

Joking Hazard – The Edgy Kid of Offensive Card Games

  • Post author:Pyry Keto
  • Post published:February 10, 2022
  • Post category:Features

Joking Hazard joins the crowd of ever-so-popular offensive Card Games with its signature comedy elements but how well does it succeed?

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Read more about the article The Diary of Savannah, The Normal Horse Zebra

The Diary of Savannah, The Normal Horse Zebra

  • Post author:TKanerva
  • Post published:February 9, 2022
  • Post category:Features

My usual day on a tropical island, y’all!

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Read more about the article Minigames – A Waste of Time or a Delightful Diversion?

Minigames – A Waste of Time or a Delightful Diversion?

  • Post author:Pyry Hakala
  • Post published:February 8, 2022
  • Post category:Features

Not all minigames are created equal, as they should not only be fun to play but also encourage the player to participate.

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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 Finally, a strategy game where you play as the good guys!

Finally, a strategy game where you play as the good guys!

  • Post author:Cary Mackay
  • Post published:February 4, 2022
  • Post category:Game Reviews

Spirit Island asks its players to identify with the occupied rather than the occupier, to become participants in an anticolonial struggle rather than agents of colonisation.

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