The demise of cheats and the rise of microtransactions
There was a time when cheating in games was mostly for the enjoyment of experiencing what else a…
Slaughter Daughters
Why have daddy-daughter duos been the go-to protagonists in 2013 games and what does it mean for the future of female characters?
In defence of Killer Is Dead
Killer Is Dead is the most recent game from auteur Goichi Suda (AKA Suda51), and on paper it would appear to be no different from his former creations.
Is it time to change the recipe for open world games?
The storm has passed and rolling waves of the high seas carry my ship and crew to a new destination.
Hollywoodification of our AAA Titles
Call me a massive cynic, but looking through the dozens of Game of the Year lists these past weeks, I can't help but notice that our big AAA titles have had none of the 'wow' factor they used to have.
Seventh Heaven: Against a remake of Final Fantasy VII
When I hear calls to remake Final Fantasy VII, I can't help think that it's better left alone.
Sick of Lists: The Pointless Game of the Year debate
Another year has passed and in the dark murky period of winter Santa is checking his list and checking it twice.
Games of the Year: Part 3
In this final part we look at indie title InFlux and PS Vita darling, Tearaway.