The latest iteration of the critically acclaimed Legend of Zelda series is finally here, and it appears to have undeniably set a new standard for both the series and open world adventures moving forward.
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In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about more Nintendo Switch 2 news as the effect of tariffs have just made things more confusing, why you might not want to play Hogwarts Legacy on PS+, and some…
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In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about all of the details of the Switch 2 that we know at this moment, the games coming to the Switch 2, and how tariffs have thrown the US launch…
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Nintendo broke the internet this morning with their Switch 2-focused Nintendo Direct. In addition to Switch 2’s launch date of June 5 and lineup of upcoming Switch 2 games, the hour-long presentation included information on the functionality of the highly…
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anking these titles from tenth to first was no easy task, as many could have swapped places without altering my overall satisfaction. This diversity and quality made curating the list both challenging and rewarding, reflecting the remarkable depth of gaming in 2024.
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In terms of years in gaming, 2024 has been great for some, but paltry for others. I am in that latter camp, as my tastes have changed over time. The flashy, high-budget titles major publishers produce, have, barring a handful…
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One of the best parts about anime conventions such as FanimeCon 2024 are all the organized cosplay gatherings for all the fandoms there are, and gaming definitely has its place. While The Legend of Zelda has only loosely been compared…
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I easily spent five hundred hours playing new video games this year. In that time, I discovered many personal favorites, some potential all-time favorites, and found myself invested in genres I had reflexively avoided in the past. Despite this, I’m…
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As many have said, 2023 will go down as one of the greatest years in the history of video games. There were plenty of stinkers, some surprises, numerous remakes and remasters, new entries into beloved long-lived franchises, and plenty of…
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