Mathew is a huge fan of Space, Strategy, and Shadowrun (Genesis version is #1). When it comes to games and films, he’d much rather experience a 10/10 classic from yesteryear than a 6/10 modern blandfest. He does feel we’re living in a gaming golden age with the power of indie developers at an all-time high, but wishes AAA publishers would take more risks. Mat believes it’s only a matter of time before the pendulum swings the other way and new ideas take their rightful place above reboots.
Mass Effect is facing the same crossroads that Star Trek did when it created Voyager. Mass Effect fans have now spent three full games with Krogans and Ansari, fully explored the political landscape, and confronted a deadly invasive species. Compare this to a Star Trek universe that had three generations of Klingons and Ferengi, multiple wars and peace between races, and dealt with two deadly invasive species in the Borg and Jem'Hadar.
Nintendo is delivering nostalgia overload with the NES Classic Edition launch, posting classic scans of the original manuals for your retro reading pleasure. They also have the bare-bones utilitarian electronic…
To call Dishonored 2's stunning levels "sandboxes" would be a disservice. These are extraordinary sandcastles set in enchanted lands that beg to be explored while immersing you in wonder. Player choice is always paramount and the environments are rich with imaginative vision.
Vive users can finally have wireless freedom in 2017, but it comes at a steep price. HTC has announced their upcoming tetherless VR upgrade kit, available in Q1 2017 for…
If you wanted an improved Dishonored 1, I’d wager you’ll be quite pleased with Dishonored 2. The opening section actually echoes the first game quite a bit in the way…
Since DOOM, Betheda’s new review policy is to release review copies just one day before the release date (although Skyrim-loving YouTubers have received copies much earlier). With Dishonored 2, Bethesda also…