Features

We see it all the time: someone makes a comment on the web about one particular system or company, and the mudslinging begins.

Dragon Quest Heroes II releases tomorrow, and while it is a solid action
game, the original game is the better of the two. Here's why.

The beginning of this narrative-focused games illustrates the clever ways developer Giant Sparrow weaves its story.

Watch us boot up a random, used PlayStation 2 memory card's saves and piece together the life of its original owner.

We're looking at you, Mario Party. (And you, Telltale.)

Playing your favorite sports game doesn't have to be a grind.

Associate Editor Javy Gwaltney explains what makes new indie Kimmy an unexpected blend of terrifying and heartfelt.

This week on Replay we take a look at an obscure PlayStation 2 game that
somehow has both too much, and not nearly enough world-building.

We take a look at a goofy FMV game for your enjoyment.

Still bummed about missing out on the NES Classic? Don't worry – Nintendo's got a new mini console you'll never get your hands on!

Hellblade's creative director hints where he'd like to take the sequels and talks odds of them happening.

In addition to featuring gorgeous new animated visuals, the developers made it possible to revisit decades-old playthroughs via passwords.

Blog Herding is lighter than usual week this week, but we make up for quantity with quality – and a new writing challenge. So what are you waiting for? Get reading!

In our exclusive video interview, Ninja Theory's Tameem Antoniades explains why the team's shaking up the classic "game" formula.

Watch us play Voodoo Vince: Remastered and try to determine if this Xbox platformer deserved an HD resurrection.

The creators of River Raid and Centipede tell us about their experiences in the early days of the video game industry.

Join us for one full-screen round against the A.I., and one 4-player split-screen round where things get heated quickly.

This year's Star Wars Celebration had highs and lows. If you plan attending the next one, here are some pointers.

We talk to racing developers to find out why the requested feature is often missing.

Professor Paul Fletcher explains what Senua may or may not be experiencing in Ninja Theory’s game, and dispels a few myths about the phenomenon.