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Mario in Mid-Air, About to Be Devoured by a Chain Chomp from Paper Mario: The Origami King
By Jacob Roundy Posted on August 11, 2020August 7, 2020

The Paper Mario Problem: A Review of The Origami King

Let’s talk about Paper Mario. How does The Origami King fit into the series as a whole? And is it worth playing? Find out here.

Categories: Game ReviewsTags: Featured, game design, gamecube, gaming, mario, nintendo, nintendo switch, platformers, reviews, RPGs, video games
PAX East 2020 Cover Art
By Ben Gogel Posted on March 10, 2020March 9, 2020

PAX East 2020 Game Showcase

Ben Gogel offers perspective on the offerings he could see at PAX East 2020, in between panels, long lines and more surprises than you can shake a D20 at.

Categories: Full FeaturesTags: dead cells, enter the gungeon, Featured, final fantasy, gaming, indie game developers, indie games, nioh, PAX, platformers, shovel knight, super meat boy, video games
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By Jacob Roundy Posted on February 8, 2019February 8, 2019

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Review

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe recently hit the Nintendo Switch, and it’s an absolute delight. Find out what makes this game so much fun right here.

Categories: Game ReviewsTags: Featured, mario, new super mario bros u deluxe, nintendo, nintendo switch, platformers, reviews, video games, wii u
Super Mario Bros. Screenshot on Switch
By Jacob Roundy Posted on October 12, 2018October 12, 2018

Retrospective: Experiencing the Magic of Super Mario Bros. All Over Again

Nintendo Switch Online gave us the opportunity to replay the original Super Mario Bros., so we did exactly that! Here’s our thoughts on what makes this game a classic.

Categories: Full FeaturesTags: game design, mario, nintendo, nintendo switch, platformers, retrospectives, video game music, video games
Mega Man 11 Artwork
By Ben Gogel Posted on October 8, 2018October 8, 2018

Mega Man 11 Review: Can’t Stop the Rock(Man)

Will Mega Man 11 stack up when compared to its 10 predecessors? Find out what we think after our first playthrough.

Categories: Game ReviewsTags: mega man, platformers, video game music, video games
By Ben Gogel Posted on October 5, 2018October 5, 2018

Final Impressions: The Messenger — AKA Ninja Lied-en

Ben Gogel wraps up his thoughts on the late-game for The Messenger, with twists and spoiler warnings aplenty.

Categories: Final Impressions, Game ReviewsTags: indie game reviews, indie games, metroidvanias, ninja gaiden, nintendo switch, platformers, the messenger, video games
Indie Game Dev Fenreliania's Logo
By Jacob Roundy Posted on September 21, 2018September 13, 2018

Indie Game Dev Spotlight: Fenreliania Transforms Heart Into Experimental Game Design

Fenreliania reveals the creative process behind their approach to game design—and it’s filled with heart, emotion, and experimentation. Check out the full interview here.

Categories: Developer CornerTags: board games, game design, game development, indie game developers, indie games, interactive media, interviews, platformers, video games
By Ben Gogel Posted on September 8, 2018September 8, 2018

First Impressions: The Messenger — A Sharp Slice of Gaiden Goodness

After playing a few hours of The Messenger, we have a few thoughts about whether or not this indie game is worth playing.

Categories: First Impressions, Game ReviewsTags: indie game reviews, indie games, mega man, ninja gaiden, nintendo, nintendo switch, platformers, shovel knight, the messenger, video games
Celeste Artwork
By Jacob Roundy Posted on August 26, 2018August 26, 2018

Why Celeste Is Destined to Become a Timeless Classic

Celeste is the little indie that could. Learn how this game captured my heart, right out of the sky like a flying strawberry.

Categories: Full FeaturesTags: celeste, Featured, indie game reviews, indie games, platformers

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