With the less than average reception given to “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III,” the Call of Duty franchise needed a hail mary to get fans, both new and old, back in its good graces. With a four year development cycle, the “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6” development team was working arduously trying to correct the criticisms brought...
2015’s “Mortal Kombat X” was met with wide praise as it revitalized the series and brought with it meaningful changes to the combat system that add to the series’ relevance and success. NetherRealm Studios returns after the success of “MKX,” and two Injustice games, with “Mortal Kombat 11” and manages to build off of and improve the mechanics of...
Ever since its launch, Nintendo’s N64 has been a shining example of the jump from 2D graphics to full 3D video games. Video games in this era are often considered to be pioneers of the modern gaming space. While albeit limited, these games showcased major innovations with immersive experiences. These titles are often referenced and discussed even in modern...
Seven years after its initial release on March 3, 2017, the Nintendo Switch announced its successor, the Switch 2. This has led to mixed reception to many long-standing fans of the company. While some fans are over the moon for the new console, many felt unimpressed, sharing their disappointment in the design.
From the teaser, the only observable difference to...
One of Nintendo’s most anticipated mobile games has finally been released as “Mario Kart Tour” brings pure chaos to smart phones everywhere. While the game brings the fun of playing Mario Kart in a bite sized chunk, the game suffers from poor controls that force players into two distinct play styles with no compromises. The abysmal amount of content...
Video game development has never been more widespread and available to newcomers than before; in the modern age, it always seems like there is somebody with a brilliant idea and humble beginnings. Due to the influx of developers, keeping track of which titles show the most promise is difficult and the signs aren’t always clear. Despite this, there are...
One of the more niche genres of video games tends to be rhythm. Rhythm games often have players hit buttons to a beat, such as in the “Guitar Hero” series. One of the most popular rhythm games on the market was Nintendo’s “Rhythm Heaven” series, in which players play a set of mini rhythm games in order to achieve...
Infinity Ward’s “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare” is aptly named: old but new. The infamous first person shooter brings back loads of old mechanics such as killstreaks, frag grenades and, of course, modern terrain. With that said, it’s hard to believe that anything new could be introduced in the series, but since its drop on Oct. 25, Infinity Ward...
In the gaming world, downloadable content (DLC) and paid content updates give titles the longevity they need in order to be as lucrative as possible. It's all in the name of business but these types of additions to games are more tertiary and meant for players looking for something more out of the experience they’ve already invested in. For...
Many gamers around the world dream of developing their own video game. However, few see their dreams come to fruition, either due to a lack of funding or advertising. Marketing is the biggest expense of AAA games, or highly popular games. One way to finance a game is through crowdfunding.
Tempo Labs’ “Bits and Bops” gained financial support through the...