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Gamer, dreamer, unpublished author and all-around nerd. I'm a sad clown and a little Krusty around the edges, but I'm no Bozo! You can usually find me neck-deep in the latest horror game, muttering something about cranks and keys.

Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV Review

FOR HEARTH AND HOME

 

Final Fantasy XV (FFXV) is nearly upon us, promising a massive world, lovable characters, and intense battles. While I’ve refrained from peeking at too many videos and previews for this hotly anticipated game, its feature-length Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV animated prequel was much too tempting to ignore. So, how is it? Sit for a spell and let me tell you… Continue reading Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV Review

Layers of Fear: Inheritance DLC Review

NEVER GO HOME

Ah, Layers of Fear! When I first reviewed it back in February, I found it to be a perfect horror gaming experience. With an enticing new piece of downloadable content (DLC) released, does a second trip into its creepy mansion hold up? Continue reading Layers of Fear: Inheritance DLC Review

Fans Create Great Games, Big Companies Handle It Poorly

Fandom can be a crazy thing. While all of us are passionate about something, a select few choose to go above and beyond the usual standards and find themselves driven to do something remarkably creative — all to pay tribute to a video game or series they love. Developers are quick to react to these fan-made projects… but they often do so in the worst way imaginable. Continue reading Fans Create Great Games, Big Companies Handle It Poorly

This Final Fantasy VIII Action Figure Will Strike At Your Wallet

Square Enix has been in the toy-making game for the past few years, creating painstakingly detailed figures for their Play Arts Kai line. From Resident Evil 5 to Tomb Raider, they’ve pumped out merchandise for lots of video games — and now they’re focusing on one of their own. Check out the first official photos! Continue reading This Final Fantasy VIII Action Figure Will Strike At Your Wallet

The Endless Possibilities of Stranger Things: The Video Game

For those unaware, Netflix recently dropped a major nostalgia bomb on their streaming service called Stranger Things. Created by the identical Duffer Brothers, Stranger Things is a loving mashup of every 80’s movie you might’ve loved as a kid, from The Goonies and E.T., to Stephen King adaptations like It and Stand By Me. Infusing childhood innocence with supernatural occurrences, this mix makes for an incredibly thrilling 8-part television series — and could also be a pretty kick-ass game. Let me tell you how!

This article contains SPOILERS for Stranger Things. Continue reading The Endless Possibilities of Stranger Things: The Video Game

6 Strange Incidents Caused By Pokemon Go

Yup, Pokémon Go is officially a thing. Love it or hate it, there’s no denying the existence of a sudden fervor regarding everyone’s favorite fictional critters. This seemingly innocuous little mobile game has spawned countless encounters, events, and even a few strange incidents. Here’s a list of just a few! Continue reading 6 Strange Incidents Caused By Pokemon Go

REVIEW: THE TECHNOMANCER

PROOF OF LIFE ON MARS

SpidersThe Technomancer has just released, and hopes to live up to its promise of intense combat, intriguing storylines, and realistic character interactions. Is this new RPG an example of technological wizardry or is it the result of overblown hype? You may be pleasantly surprised. Continue reading REVIEW: THE TECHNOMANCER