“Expedition 33” Is An Exercise In RPG Artistry
One of the most sensitive handlings of grief and artfully crafted stories in the medium.
Video Games
“South of Midnight” is a Colorful PS2 Throwback
A review of the new game “South of Midnight”.
Divisive “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” Works if You Let It
Ignore the haters. The new Assassin’s Creed game is a good one.
“Split Fiction” Has Compelling Gameplay Held Back By Pacing Issues
A video game review of the new co-op game from Hazelight and EA.
The PlayStation 5 Pro: A System Built for Hardcore Gamers
A few thoughts on Sony’s expensive new gaming system.
“Avowed” Brings Personal Characters To An Exciting World
A video game review of the first major AAA of 2025.
“Dragon Age: The Veilguard” Builds Out Dense Mythology with Interesting Characters
A video game review of the rich “Dragon Age: The Veilguard,” from EA and Bioware.
“Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” is the Antidote to Modern Big-Budget Game Fatigue
“The Great Circle” is an “Indiana Jones” adventure on par with Steven Spielberg’s original trilogy.
“Call of Duty: Black Ops 6” is Best Installment in the Franchise in Years
A review of the latest in the biggest video game franchise in the world, a release that could appeal to even those who left COD behind.
“Life is Strange: Double Exposure” Resurrects Beloved Franchise
A review of the new game in the Life is Strange series, one that returns the original protagonist, with mixed results.
Return to the World of “Horizon” with Two New Releases
There are two new Horizon games – and one of them is a LEGO game too!
“A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead” Wastes Potentially Rich Idea
A review of the first video game based on the universe of A Quiet Place.
Classic Horror Characters Get Arcade Treatment in Clever “RetroRealms”
A review of a fun new arcade game based on two iconic franchises.
“Until Dawn” Returns in Impressive Remastered Edition
The latest remaster goes to Sony’s influential and entertaining Until Dawn.
Phenomenal Remake Reminds Gamers of the Influence of “Silent Hill 2”
Silent Hill 2 remake pay homage to a classic while updating it for the current generation.
Sony’s “Astro Bot” is a Joyous Gaming Experience
A video game review of the most fun you’ll have this year with a controller in your hands.
Shadow of the Erdtree Expands Scope of One of the Best Games of Its Era
Our critic has finally emerged from the Land of Shadow to talk about the amazing Shadow of the Erdtree.
GTA San Andreas and the Legacy of Playing as a Black Guy in Video Games
A look at the impact of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, 20 years after its release, from someone who was there.
