My First Time Playing The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Connor presents a personal essay capturing his thoughts from his first time playing this eternal Zelda classic.
Author: Connor Strader
Founder of Couch Bandits.
Writer. Filmmaker. Musician. Nerd.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Update + DLC Review — First Impressions
Now that we’ve had some time to fully experience the new update for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, here are our first impressions!
My First Time Playing Super Mario 64
A detailed account of Super Mario 64 from a first-time player.
Give Thanks For Game-A-Thon 2020
Our Game-A-Thon 2020 charity stream is happening live on Twitch tonight at 6pm EST. Read the full article for all relevant links, and to find out where you can donate!
Game-A-Thon 2020 is Here!
2020 has been a tough year, but we’re hoping to spread what little holiday cheer we can with the return of Game-A-Thon! We’ll be raising money through a virtual charity livestream, with all donations going to the Extra Life foundation, which raises money for children’s hospitals.
The Best Winter/Holiday Video Game Music
What better way to ring in the holiday season than with some of the best winter/holiday-themed video game music? Check out our list of favorites!
Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Better Late Than Never)
In the latest ‘Better Late Than Never’ piece, Connor reviews LUIGI’S MANSION 3 for the Nintendo Switch.
Super Mario Maker 2 Review (Better Late Than Never)
Better Late Than Never! We’re playing catch-up on reviewing our favorite games of 2019! Here’s out latest, a review of Super Mario Maker 2!
Fire Emblem: Three Houses Review (Better Late Than Never)
We may be a bit late when it comes to reviewing Fire Emblem: Three Houses, but better late than never! Check out our thoughts here.
Finally, a Hockey Game for the Switch
Fast-paced, bloody arcade hockey comes to the Nintendo Switch with Super Blood Hockey. Read Connor’s thoughts on this great indie game!
Scattered Dream: Tracing Chains of Memories
Inspired by a Normal Happenings Kingdom Hearts prompt, Connor reflects on memories dear to him.
How Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links Triggered My Newfound Yu-Gi-Oh! Obsession
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links is an addictive, fast-paced mobile game that breathes new life into the classic trading card game. It also may legitimately possess you in the same way Yugi is possessed by the soul of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh.
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