GAMING

Cozy Gaming v Triple-A: What Makes Slow-Paced Games So Entertaining?

Image by Rylie Howerter via Flickr Animal Crossing: New Horizons defined the 2020 COVID-19 lockdowns for gamers on an international...

'Now Play This' at Somerset House

As technology continues to become increasingly sophisticated and ever-present in all areas of life, the familiar boundaries of digital...

Let’s Dance, Boys! The Enduring Allure of Bayonetta

Since 2009, the game's lead heroine sparked debates with her unconventional portrayal, earning both critical acclaim and a devoted fanbase.

Spirittea is Your New Favorite Comfort Game

Hey human, we've got problems! This town is crawling with troublesome spirits, and you're the only one who can see them!

'Fortnite Festival' Review: A Fire Festival, Or Like Fyre Festival?

Screenshot from Fortnite Festival, taken by author. (Use protected under Fair Dealing: Criticism and Review) “Fortnite has a new game...

Starfield Is Everything Wrong With Bethesda’s Current Direction

Starfield, Bethesda Softworks (BGS) newest AAA title, dropped on September 6th. Their first big title since Fallout 4 in 2015 and their...

Way In Over Its Head? The Appeal of Cloud Gaming to its Industry

When looking at the sky, it’s easy to forget that should you somehow touch a cloud, your hand would just go through it. There’s nothing...

From Twitch to Wembley: My Evening at Critical Role LIVE

I wrote a piece for the Strand’s 2023 Freshers edition titled “The Arduous Quest for Tickets and Why it Sucks.” I delved into all the...

The Grey and Green: Victorian Imagery in Dishonored

Dishonored offers a unique perspective on the Victorian era, blending themes of morality, class struggles, and patriarchy.

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