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Tropes: A Discussion of Positive Trends and Harmful Messages

Recently, there has been a widespread discussion of how the media portrays various demographics and characters. There seems to be an epidemic of using tropes in ways that don’t serve a character’s narrative, or that reinforce toxic ideas. So, in the spirit…

Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark Review

I am a big fan of games like Final Fantasy Tactics, Fire Emblem, and Disgaea. Grid-Based Tactics RPG’s are a bit rare these days outside of the aforementioned franchises, but Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark is looking to change that. Fell Seal: Arbiter’s…

Syfy’s Response to The Magicians Finale is Strange

As you are no doubt aware, The Magicians Season 4 Finale left many fans feeling highly upset. The backlash came for a variety of reasons including, but not limited to, the message it sent to those at risk or suffering from Suicidal…

Kingdom Hearts 3 Critical Mode Now Available

In the aftermath of the release of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, there was a resurgence in the discussion on difficulty options. While I myself am an advocate for easier difficulties and accessibility options in games, I think it is only fair to…

The Magicians Season 4 Finale Infuriates Fanbase

The Magicians is a show about stories. It is an ensemble that has resonated with millions of people, because of the way each storyline represents real issues and real stories. I found myself praising the show for years because of the amazing…

Nelke and the Legendary Alchemists (Switch) Review

The Atelier series has been a personal favorite of mine for many years now. Since I played the first game in the franchise to release in North America (Atelier Iris) back on the PlayStation 2, it has made itself known as a…

The Caligula Effect: Overdose (Switch) Review

Sometimes an idea that looks good on paper can be abused and turned into something horrible. This theme has been portrayed in all sorts of media such as films, TV shows, and even video games. The Caligula Effect: Overdose is an enhanced…

GDC Trailer for Raji: An Ancient Epic Reveals Combat

Since I was a kid, mythology has fascinated me greatly. I enjoyed games like God of War because they took existing tales and spun them around with a fresh coat of paint. Raji: An Ancient Epic seems like it will do something…

Acclaimed Adventure Silence Launches on Nintendo Switch

Since it released on PC back in November 2016, Silence has been a fan favorite in regard to Daedalic Entertainment’s Adventure games. It is the sequel to 2010s The Whispered World and has captured the attention and imagination of tons of people.…

The Sinking City Devs Announce Quirky Chrome Extension

For fans of games and entertainment involving H.P. Lovecraft, The Sinking City is a highly anticipated release. With a launch date of June 27th, 2019, horror fans are itching to see what the game has to offer. As part of a fun…