The Everything Tabletop Games Book Review
We are currently in what I would call a renaissance of tabletop gaming. Tabletop gaming has hit a huge surge of popularity, bringing people together in an age that has been defined by online interaction. This demand has been met by a seemingly endless supply of games to choose from and that can be intimidating to walk into. “What game should I play?” can be a daunting question when you approach th...[Read More]
Shovel Knight Showdown (PC) Review
Gamer confession time, until this review I had yet to play Shovel Knight. It has been on my radar for years and I always “intended to get it” but had yet to actually commit. Well here I am now, catching up on 2015’s stellar original platformer from Yacht Club Games with not only the original game but all of the additional content they’ve been adding over the years to the “Treasure Trove” edition o...[Read More]
Red Dead Redemption 2 (PC) Review
Rockstar established themselves as creators of worlds. Grand Theft Auto 3 and San Andreas, in particular, gave players a sprawling city to explore and interact with. Rockstar continued to wow players and critics with their immersive settings and unapologetic storytelling. While I personally never really got into the GTA series I did appreciate what it had to offer. Then Rockstar shook things up, p...[Read More]
The Outer Worlds (PS4) Review
It’s hard to go into The Outer Worlds and not think about Fallout, especially since Obsidian boldly declared in their reveal trailer “creators of the original Fallout” and “developers of Fallout: New Vegas”. This reveal also had the benefit of coming in the wake of the poor reception of Fallout 76, which felt like a big departure from the series roots as a single player RPG experience. The story d...[Read More]
Disco Elysium (PC) Review – A Unique Detective RPG
The time has come! You all have read me rave, no DISCO, about the detective RPG Disco Elysium. From the moment I saw the original trailer, I knew I had to get my hands on this game. Sitting down at PAX East to play, I forgot I was even at PAX for the hour I explored the world that Studio ZA/UM created. Disco Elysium endeavored to take on the seeming impossible, create an RPG centered around invest...[Read More]
Twitch Plays The Outer Worlds
A few years ago now a phenomenon happened on Twitch that in some ways changed how we think about the platform, and video games in general. It simultaneously managed to answer the important question of could a room full of monkeys smacking away at a Gameboy beat Pokemon? Twitch Plays Pokemon spawned countless memes and created a sense of “I was there when” in those that watched and part...[Read More]
Ni No Kuni gets Pixel Remix Trailer
In the wake of Ni No Kuni on Switch and the Remaster on PS4 and PC, Bandai Namco have released a story trailer for the beloved JRPG with a pixelated twist. Featuring scenes from the first few hours of the game, the trailer recounts the beginning of Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch as if it were a 2D pixelated RPG.
2020 Glitter Dice & Dice Tower Case Sparkle in new Kickstarter
Dice, the magic click-clack math rocks, are a staple of every tabletop fan’s arsenal. With the roll of a die you can win or lose, strike down an enemy or yourself, win the heart of a crush, or make an absolute buffoon of yourself. A set of dice with a variety of number of sides are crucial in Tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons or Pathfinder, each using various dice to determine attack...[Read More]
Untitled Goose Game Review
The past few years have blessed gamers with a rise of amusing, quirky, silly games. Goat Simulator, Octodad, The Stanley Parable, Surgeon Simulator, and plenty more are now available to tickle funny bones. Whether the humor came from funny visuals, clever writing, slippery absurd controls, or a combination of those things they are a welcome addition to a library as a break from more serious games....[Read More]
Torchlight II (Switch) Review
Being a big fan of dungeon crawlers and spending countless hours playing through the Diablo games, 2012 was a pretty exciting year for the genre! Diablo III definitely was the heavy hitter but it ended up having a lackluster launch with its controversial auction house and underwhelming loot system. In comes Torchlight II only a few months later boasting pets, maps filled with enemies, a wide varie...[Read More]
Disco Elysium Release Date Announced!
Accompanied with a new trailer, Disco Elysium developers Studio ZA/UM have announced a release date for their “Detective RPG”. I had the privilege of getting hands on experience with this unique CRPG at PAX East 2018. It immediately shot to the top of my most anticipated games list. This was also the best kind of release announcement because not only did it confirm that the game is set...[Read More]
Ni No Kuni Wrath of the White Witch now on PS4, Steam, and Switch
Awhile back now Level 5 and Studio Ghibli teamed up to make the distinctly unique JRPG, Ni No Kuni Wrath of the White Witch. Featuring the visual appeal of Studio Ghibli’s films, a phenomenal majestic soundtrack, and a unique combat style, it was hard to miss. It stood out among even other JRPGs that were popular at the time. Overall receiving a positive reception from critics and gamers, Ni...[Read More]