My Love For Incredibly Sad Games Has Me Very Excited For HerdlingThe author is drawn to sad narratives in media, expressing excitement for the emotionally impactful game Herdling.
Metro Dev 4A Games Rebrands To Reburn, Announces New Sci-Fi FPS La QuimeraReburn, previously known as 4A Games, is set to release 'La Quimera,' a narrative-driven FPS departing from their Metro series.
TLOU Boss Neil Druckmann Says He Doesn't Have The Confidence To Plan Ahead For SequelsNeil Druckmann emphasizes focusing on one game at a time during development to ensure character depth and narrative quality.
Director of the Game 'Avowed' Says AI Can't Replace Human CreativityThe video game industry is experiencing significant layoffs, particularly affecting narrative designers who create essential story elements.
Judas 'more reflective of player agency' than BioShock, Ken Levine saysKen Levine's Judas aims to innovate storytelling in video games by prioritizing player interaction and responsiveness over traditional cutscenes.
Borderlands 4 Dev Promises Less Toilet HumorBorderlands 4 aims for a serious tone with improved humor, moving away from overwhelming toilet jokes and creating a more ambitious narrative.
My Love For Incredibly Sad Games Has Me Very Excited For HerdlingThe author is drawn to sad narratives in media, expressing excitement for the emotionally impactful game Herdling.
Metro Dev 4A Games Rebrands To Reburn, Announces New Sci-Fi FPS La QuimeraReburn, previously known as 4A Games, is set to release 'La Quimera,' a narrative-driven FPS departing from their Metro series.
TLOU Boss Neil Druckmann Says He Doesn't Have The Confidence To Plan Ahead For SequelsNeil Druckmann emphasizes focusing on one game at a time during development to ensure character depth and narrative quality.
Director of the Game 'Avowed' Says AI Can't Replace Human CreativityThe video game industry is experiencing significant layoffs, particularly affecting narrative designers who create essential story elements.
Judas 'more reflective of player agency' than BioShock, Ken Levine saysKen Levine's Judas aims to innovate storytelling in video games by prioritizing player interaction and responsiveness over traditional cutscenes.
Borderlands 4 Dev Promises Less Toilet HumorBorderlands 4 aims for a serious tone with improved humor, moving away from overwhelming toilet jokes and creating a more ambitious narrative.
'Avowed' is the latest role playing game where your choices impact the storyAvowed integrates interactive storytelling through player choices, rooted in traditional role-playing game mechanics.
'Clair Obscur: Expedition 33' preview: Stunning visuals, innovative combat, prime melodramaExpedition 33 is an innovative debut game celebrated for its engaging story, high-profile voice cast, and partnerships in entertainment.
By describing this game at all, I risk ruining itThe Beginner's Guide offers a unique narrative experience that reflects the author's artistic evolution in game design.
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector reviewCitizen Sleeper 2 escalates the stakes with a new enemy and an expansive world to navigate, highlighting themes of survival and choice.
15 Years Ago, the Best Sci-Fi RPG Ever Made Changed Video Games ForeverMass Effect 2 redefined player choice in video games by delivering an engaging narrative that evolves based on player decisions.
Dustborn review supernatural road trip across an alternative AmericaDustborn challenges players to shape a narrative through choices and vocal abilities in a politically charged, alternative America.
'Avowed' is the latest role playing game where your choices impact the storyAvowed integrates interactive storytelling through player choices, rooted in traditional role-playing game mechanics.
'Clair Obscur: Expedition 33' preview: Stunning visuals, innovative combat, prime melodramaExpedition 33 is an innovative debut game celebrated for its engaging story, high-profile voice cast, and partnerships in entertainment.
By describing this game at all, I risk ruining itThe Beginner's Guide offers a unique narrative experience that reflects the author's artistic evolution in game design.
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector reviewCitizen Sleeper 2 escalates the stakes with a new enemy and an expansive world to navigate, highlighting themes of survival and choice.
15 Years Ago, the Best Sci-Fi RPG Ever Made Changed Video Games ForeverMass Effect 2 redefined player choice in video games by delivering an engaging narrative that evolves based on player decisions.
Dustborn review supernatural road trip across an alternative AmericaDustborn challenges players to shape a narrative through choices and vocal abilities in a politically charged, alternative America.
South of Midnight's Southern Gothic folklore world is rooted in authenticityThe demo of South of Midnight showcases deep respect for Southern Gothic material and emotional storytelling.
Unknown 9: Awakening review: a strong vision is better than following trendsUnknown 9: Awakening represents a bold return to experimental storytelling and design in gaming.
'Echoes of Wisdom' review: Zelda leads a worthwhile remix, not a revolutionZelda now plays a central role in her own game, marking a significant shift in the series' narrative focus.
Preview: Monster Hunter Wilds' takes risks in an evolutionary leapMonster Hunter Wilds stands out by taking risks, moving the genre forward with strong narrative and combat mechanics that could resonate in 2025.
South of Midnight's Southern Gothic folklore world is rooted in authenticityThe demo of South of Midnight showcases deep respect for Southern Gothic material and emotional storytelling.
Unknown 9: Awakening review: a strong vision is better than following trendsUnknown 9: Awakening represents a bold return to experimental storytelling and design in gaming.
'Echoes of Wisdom' review: Zelda leads a worthwhile remix, not a revolutionZelda now plays a central role in her own game, marking a significant shift in the series' narrative focus.
Preview: Monster Hunter Wilds' takes risks in an evolutionary leapMonster Hunter Wilds stands out by taking risks, moving the genre forward with strong narrative and combat mechanics that could resonate in 2025.
Threshold is a secret-stuffed horror game about the shittiest jobThreshold captivates players with its unique blend of psychological horror and comedy, forcing them to navigate a challenging environment that tests both skill and endurance.
XBox Game Pass Just Quietly Released This Indie Horror Masterpiece"Carrion" allows players to experience horror from the monster's perspective, offering a unique narrative twist and compelling gameplay.
All games revolve around you, but these especiallyGames often convey a sense of accomplishment through personal mastery, but some titles emphasize changing the world for success.
The Best Puzzle Game Of 2024 Is Now On PlayStationLorelei and the Laser Eyes exemplifies a unique puzzle game experience blending narrative depth with challenging mechanics, captivating players throughout 2024.
Threshold is a secret-stuffed horror game about the shittiest jobThreshold captivates players with its unique blend of psychological horror and comedy, forcing them to navigate a challenging environment that tests both skill and endurance.
XBox Game Pass Just Quietly Released This Indie Horror Masterpiece"Carrion" allows players to experience horror from the monster's perspective, offering a unique narrative twist and compelling gameplay.
All games revolve around you, but these especiallyGames often convey a sense of accomplishment through personal mastery, but some titles emphasize changing the world for success.
The Best Puzzle Game Of 2024 Is Now On PlayStationLorelei and the Laser Eyes exemplifies a unique puzzle game experience blending narrative depth with challenging mechanics, captivating players throughout 2024.
10 Years Later, I Wish More Open World Games Were Like 'Dragon Age: Inquisition'Dragon Age: Inquisition significantly shaped and revitalized the open world genre through unique storytelling and player agency.The game has proven to have lasting appeal through its cohesive narrative and exploration elements.
'Dragon Age: The Veilguard's Short Memory Is A Feature, Not A BugPlayers desire their choices in long-running RPG series to have lasting impacts, but fulfilling this expectation can be challenging. BioWare acknowledges future potential.
10 Years Later, I Wish More Open World Games Were Like 'Dragon Age: Inquisition'Dragon Age: Inquisition significantly shaped and revitalized the open world genre through unique storytelling and player agency.The game has proven to have lasting appeal through its cohesive narrative and exploration elements.
'Dragon Age: The Veilguard's Short Memory Is A Feature, Not A BugPlayers desire their choices in long-running RPG series to have lasting impacts, but fulfilling this expectation can be challenging. BioWare acknowledges future potential.
'I got lonely': Why a 21-year-old theater major built an escape room in his UCLA dorm"Code Green" offers a unique immersive experience through creativity in a confined space, challenging the conventions of typical escape rooms.
"Life is Strange: Double Exposure" Resurrects Beloved Franchise | Video Games | Roger EbertTelltale Games and Dontnod Entertainment pioneered interactive animated films in gaming, blending storytelling with player choices.
Apartment Story is a short, dramatic thriller with life sim elementsApartment Story combines everyday life with an unexpected thriller, reflecting deeper anxieties about personal security and the fragility of domestic life.
Metaphor: ReFantazio Is A Fantastical, Politically Charged Adventure That I Don't Want To Stop PlayingMetaphor: ReFantazio creatively integrates its title's metaphor to enhance player engagement with themes of humanity and fantasy.
This 506-Square-Foot Apartment Is a "Nature Lab" in the Heart of ParisThe apartment redesign optimizes space and creates a unique narrative blending the owner's interests with innovative design.
When it's done remaking Final Fantasy 7, Square Enix should remake it againThe decision to split Final Fantasy 7 Remake into multiple parts was necessary due to the massive size of the original game.Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, as the middle part of the trilogy, successfully maintains the vastness of the original while adding new elements.
Xbox Game Pass Just Quietly Released the Darkest RPG Since 'Elden Ring'Falling in love with a video game often means falling in love with a genre, leading to exploration of related titles.