It’s not often that a game comes around that you merely, want to love. A game that has not blown your socks off, but you wish it had. Fadó is just such a game. Based on Irish mythology, Fadó sets … Continue reading Can’t See the Fire, but We Smell the Smoke An Examination of Fadó
When we talk about the genre of a videogame, what are we talking about exactly? The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines genre as: “a category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content”. That’s vague enough … Continue reading The Classification Conundrum Originally Published in Print November 2019
If you have been paying attention to gaming news in the past few years, you may have noticed a series of debates regarding microtransactions and their impact on games. From humble beginnings in mobile games, they have become the focal … Continue reading Microtransactions in Gaming: Are They Really Worth the Price? Originally Published in Print, November 2019
Breaking into any new craft can be a daunting experience. I believe this is especially true of games. While it is easier than ever to have a finished game released on any given platform, getting a game to that finished … Continue reading Diary of a Game Jammer Originally Published in Print September 2019
Photo by mr.hasgaha The first time I ever used camera mode in a video game was probably Little Big Planet. The game would set up photo booth opportunities and considering most of the fun of the game was in designing … Continue reading A New Mode of Expression Originally Published in Print September 2019
“So, let’s say you want to make a video game. Where do you even begin?” Those are the words which begin video game critic Mark Brown’s video “Nintendo – Putting Play First”. The video is an exploration of Nintendo’s … Continue reading Democratizing Development What does it take to make a video game in 2019?
It’s approaching that time of year again. In a matter of weeks, you’ll be trying to book an overpriced restaurant, snag a pair of tickets to a coveted show or re-watching The Notebook for the seventh time. Yes, it’s Valentine’s … Continue reading Best Co-op Games To Play With Your Significant Other Originally Published in Print Febuary 2019
E3 2013 was a hallmark year for gaming. The Microsoft vs Sony feud came to a head with the unveiling of the PlayStation 4 and confirmation it would be one hundred dollars (80 euro) cheaper than the Xbox One. Sony … Continue reading Runaway Hype Train Originally Published in Print January 2019
As Google’s beta testing of Project Stream (stadia) starts to make waves with the solo release of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey to the platform, game streaming services are once again in the limelight. Google’s claims are impressive – PC-level gaming? On … Continue reading Video Game Streaming: a Decade in the Making Originally Published in Print November 2018
The Legend of Zelda game series has inspired generations of video game makers with its storytelling and gameplay, paving the way for series such as Okami, Shadow of Colossus and Souls. Soul Reaver and Uncharted creators Richard Lemarhand and Amy … Continue reading Creating Links How the Legend of Zelda has paved the way for storytelling in video games
It is convention time again and as is our custom, I have compiled a list of the indie games that were knocking about at the event. Mr. Greyscale From student Paul O’Callaghan, Mr. Greyscale has made quite a stir in … Continue reading Clichí Neamhspleach- Comicon 03/19
Of late much of the casual and competitive spheres of gaming have been dominated by a game of building and collecting loot and materials, and I am not talking about Minecraft. The zeitgeistic Fortnite is a proverbial cash cow. … Continue reading “I Love Lord of The Rings for the walking,” Said No One Ever