Games

I’m Trying to Love Persona 5: The Phantom X, But It Just Hasn’t Stolen My Heart

I got into Atlus’ critically acclaimed Persona franchise a few years ago seemingly against my will, and it’s had its hooks in me ever since.

Jul 2, 2025 • Christopher

The Next Golden Age of Fighting Games is Already Here — But It’s Not Too Late to Hop On

Summer Game Fest and its surrounding blitzkrieg of game announcements were a triumphant showcase for the oft-beleaguered fighting game community.

Jun 12, 2025 • Christopher

How Clair Obscur Uses Handholds and Flags To Tell the Richest RPG Narrative in Years

For those who come after also means you have something to read on the journey.

May 7, 2025 • Christopher

GOG Is Saving Video Game History Because No One Else Did, and Every Gamer Should Love Them for It

So I woke up to a bit of a surprise.

Apr 25, 2025 • Christopher

The 63-Hour Avowed Review: Thoughts and Feelings on Obsidian’s Beautiful Half Masterpiece

If you’ve been following me on Twitch, you know we finally wrapped up the massive, 2.5-day playthrough of “Avowed,” the latest RPG from the minds at…

Apr 15, 2025 • Christopher

Lies of P(ass): Will Gamers Put Their Money Where Their Mouths Are?

I loved “Lies of P,” the 2023 Pinocchio-inspired Soulslike released by Neowiz.

Mar 3, 2025 • Christopher

Whoever came up with a Dynasty Warriors Roguelike deserves a hell of a raise

The February 2025 PlayStation State of Play didn’t have a ton for me.

Feb 14, 2025 • Christopher

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