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The Popularity of World War II Games on Kickstarter

Josh Griffiths - May 16, 2017

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Historical Games Are Important, So Why Don’t We Crowdfund them More?

Josh Griffiths - May 15, 2017

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Take a Dive in the WW2 Submarine Simulator UBOOT

Serena Nelson - May 10, 2016

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Stream Etiquette For Trans Allies
I’m sure you’ve all seen some variation of Twitch etiquette for different Twitch streamers. They typically have suggested rules that will make the viewing and chatting experience better for you and the streamer. But not everyone has met a transgender person before, or how to be an ally to them. I’m going to share some basic […]
Diversity Experiences of IndieCade 2017
One thing that really stands out about indie games is the plethora of non-traditional games. I don’t just mean in terms of mechanics, but experiences. I know someone’s going to shout about “social justice warriors,” but I’m betting many of those same people choose female avatars when given the option or even main a female […]
Dishonored’s Heart, Micronarratives, and Heroic Elitism in Game Stories
There’s a heavy, acrid quality to the air in Karnaca tonight. I can’t feel it, of course; there’s a controller, a screen and a universe of suspended disbelief between us, but I can feel it. The fading sunset wavers on the edge of the horizon, leaking out crimsons and ochre and silvers along the surface […]
One of Stardew Valley’s Bachelorettes is Emotionally Abusive and that’s not Okay
Abigail’s plotline in Stardew Valley begins rather innocuously. Abigail is nice and quirky. As you befriend her you play video games together, and play instruments in the afternoon rain. She’s never written as mean or controlling in these scenes. She’s painted as the edgy 20-year-old at odds with her parents. She’s, initially, an interesting character […]
Ninja Theory’s Mental Health Day Support Matters
Earlier this week, developer Ninja Theory released this heartfelt trailer for the PS4 and PC action adventure game Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. I could attempt to sum it up for you, but I’d be doing it a disservice, so it’s best you just watch it. It’s cool, I’ll go get a coffee or something. Yeah. Me […]

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The Popularity of World War II Games on Kickstarter

Historical Games Are Important, So Why Don’t We Crowdfund them More?

Take a Dive in the WW2 Submarine Simulator UBOOT