Top 10 Threats in Finster's Monster-Matic Cookbook
With the release of Finster's Monster-Matic Cookbook, dozens of new Threats have been added to the Essence20 RPG system. Here is our list of the top 10 from the book.
January 29, 2024 | 04:54 EST
All Opinions
Below, you'll find all of our latest opinions about gaming and tabletop games! Our team plays (and is interested in) a wide range of games, and so the articles you find here may align with your own thoughts about the game, or maybe we have a different view you didn't think of!
GTA Online's Success Undermines GTA 6's Relationship With Political Satire
Rockstar Games is no stranger to political commentary, but will their messaging in GTA 6 have the same effect now that they're no longer as infamous?
January 27, 2024 | 09:00 EST
Why First-Person Indiana Jones Is a Mistake
First-person Indiana Jones is a mistake. Machine games making Indiana Jones and the Great Circle a first-person game will make players miss out.
January 20, 2024 | 01:26 EST
If You Skip Resident Evil 4: Separate Ways, You're Doing Yourself a Disservice
The Separate Ways DLC is the best part of Resident Evil 4. It introduces amazing new weapons and great game mechanics as well.
October 23, 2023 | 09:00 EDT
Microsoft's Acquisition of Activision Shows Regulators Haven't Taken Gaming Seriously
The battle over the acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft has shed light on the fact that antitrust regulators are woefully unprepared to regulate the gaming industry.
October 15, 2023 | 09:00 EDT
PS5 Slim Digital Price Hike Is the Result of PlayStation's Uncontested Domination
Today's announcement of a $50 price hike for the new slimmed-down PS5 Digital Edition in the United States is certainly emblematic of PlayStation's market domination.
October 10, 2023 | 04:05 EDT
Starfield's Shipbuilding Is the Endgame Bethesda Needed
Bethesda's games have a lot of content, but the meaningful content typically has a limit. Did Starfield break this limit with its shipbuilding mechanic?
September 26, 2023 | 09:00 EDT
Starfield's Outpost System Is Holding the Game Back
Starfield's outpost system should've been an upgrade to Fallout 4's settlement system, but it's not. Can it be improved, or will we have to wait for mods?
September 19, 2023 | 09:10 EDT
Which Platform Has Best Remnant 2 Performance?
Wondering which platform has the best Remnant 2 performance modes? Check out our breakdown of Remnant 2 gameplay, system requirements, and frame rate.
August 8, 2023 | 10:09 EDT
Froggy Armor Is Tears of the Kingdom's Best Quality-of-Life Improvement
The Froggy Armor in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is arduous to obtain but worth it. The Froggy Armor is a great quality of life improvement.
July 18, 2023 | 11:10 EDT
The Problem With Clive Rosfield in Final Fantasy XVI
Final Fantasy XVI has a lot to say about prejudice and the human condition, but Clive is so ridiculously cool that he undermines its early central themes.
June 29, 2023 | 11:10 EDT
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How Final Fantasy XVI Perfected the Quick-Time Event
Quick-time events, one of the most notorious game mechanics, become something much bigger (and better) in Final Fantasy XVI.
June 27, 2023 | 11:30 EDT
How Animal Crossing Ushered in the Age of Endless Games
Animal Crossing has been delighting players for 22 years now, so we took a look at how this series helped define a genre and ushered in an era of endless games.
June 20, 2023 | 10:00 EDT
Could Starfield Lead the Way to Xbox's Best Year Yet?
The last year has not been kind to Xbox fans at all when it came to first party games, but is Starfield enough to turn the tide of disappointment?
June 14, 2023 | 12:00 EDT
Rift Apart's PC Port Is a Reminder To Not Believe All the Marketing Hype
Ratchet & Clank: Rifts Apart PC release is the latest reminder that what companies say in June, isn't necessarily the truth
June 5, 2023 | 11:00 EDT
Who Is the Audience for Sony's Project Q Streaming Device?
Who is the target audience for Sony's Project Q? The Project Q handheld device that connects to a PS5 via streaming is cool, but will it be widely adopted?
May 26, 2023 | 12:00 EDT
Five Cool Things in Pathfinder Lost Omens Firebrands
With the release of Pathfinder Lost Omens Firebrands, Paizo's TTRPG now has the tools for daring rebellions and revolution. Here are just five cool things.
May 1, 2023 | 11:00 EDT
Resident Evil 4 Remake Sets a Gold Standard for Replayability
Resident Evil 4 Remake sets a gold standard for replayability. The Resident Evil 4's New Game Plus and unlockables make it a joy to play again and again.
April 24, 2023 | 11:00 EDT
TTRPG Settings That Need a Film Adaptation
With the critical and commercial success of the D&D movie, we have a list of other TTRPG settings that could make the leap to the big screen.
April 8, 2023 | 12:00 EDT
Ten Cool New Items In Pathfinder Treasure Vault
Interested in the new items and mechanics introduced in Pathfinder Treasure Vault? This lights highlights just ten of them and their uses.
March 21, 2023 | 12:00 EDT
It's 2023, Why Don't We Have More Customized PS5 Accessories?
It's 2023, why don't we have more customized PS5 accessories? Where's the God of War PS5 faceplate or Spider-Man Dual Sense controller?
March 8, 2023 | 11:00 EST
Destiny 2 Lightfall: What Happened With That Finale?
The release of Destiny 2 Lightfall is packed with new content, new subclasses, and an ending that confused more than intrigued.
March 6, 2023 | 11:00 EST
The Culture Shock of Moving From D&D to Pathfinder
Moving from D&D 5e to a new system takes a bit of work. But when pivoting to Pathfinder, it can result in serious culture shock.
February 28, 2023 | 11:00 EST
Metroid Prime Remastered Is the Perfect Test-Run for Metroid Prime 4
Metroid Prime Remastered is the perfect test-run for Metroid Prime 4. The remastered version gives us plenty of hope ahead of Metroid Prime 4 release date.
February 24, 2023 | 12:28 EST
Destiny 2 Season of the Seraph Prepares for the End
With the conclusion of Destiny 2 Season of the Seraph, Bungie delivers a powerful finale, and sets the stage for the end of its 10-year story.
February 20, 2023 | 12:32 EST
Paper Maps Make Fantasy Games More Immersive
Immersion causes fantasy games to transport us to faraway worlds where we can live out our wildest dreams, and nothing helps more than good old paper maps.
February 8, 2023 | 11:00 EST
Don't Love Rhythm Games? Try Out Hi-Fi Rush Anyway
Don't love rhythm games? Try out Hi-Fi Rush anyways. Hi-Fi Rush's gameplay rewards you for attacking on the beat, but doesn't penalize you otherwise.
February 7, 2023 | 12:00 EST
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Fortnite's Battle Passes: How Did They Take Over the Gaming Industry?
Fortnite's Battle Pass system has reshaped the landscape for multiplayer games over the last five years, but why is it so popular?
January 11, 2023 | 01:00 EST
Why I Hope We Get More Horizon Forbidden West LEGO Sets
The 1,222-piece Tallneck LEGO set was a delight for Horizon Forbidden West enthusiasts, but could we get more Horizon Forbidden West LEGO sets?
December 27, 2022 | 11:00 EST
Marvel's Midnight Suns' Most Benign Moments Are Its Best
The Marvel's Midnight Suns hangouts are some of the best moments in the game. See why the Midnight Suns hangouts help make this game amazing.
December 19, 2022 | 12:00 EST
Is League of Legends on Xbox Game Pass Riot's Way of Fighting the Future?
League of Legends and Xbox Game Pass might seem like an odd couple, but is Riot Games bracing for the future of gaming with this marriage of convenience?
December 19, 2022 | 11:00 EST
Is Game Freak Still the Right Studio for Pokemon?
Is Game Freak still the right studio for Pokemon? Pokemon Scarlet and Violet glitches and framerate problems shine a light on the franchise's challenges.
November 30, 2022 | 11:00 EST
Destiny 2 Season of Plunder Feels Like Swashbuckling Filler
While Destiny 2 Season of Plunder delivers an exciting space pirate adventure and some new updated content, it feels more a distraction than an interlude.
November 17, 2022 | 11:00 EST
Did the Halo Infinite Winter Update Fix Year-Old Problems?
Halo Infinite's Winter Update added a lot of new features, but is it enough to keep the game afloat or has Halo Infinite been stagnate for too long?
November 16, 2022 | 11:00 EST
Why I'm Hopelessly Addicted to FIFA 23's Manager Mode
The FIFA 23 Manager Mode can be more enjoyable than being a player in the game thanks to its team customization and game feedback.
October 11, 2022 | 11:00 EDT
The Key to TimeSplitters 2's Legacy: Creativity
With Free Radical Design reformed, a new TimeSplitters game is in development. Before we get excited about it, let's look at TimeSplitters 2's legacy.
October 8, 2022 | 01:00 EDT
Using Essence20 To Make The Perfect Transformers Crossover
With the release of the Transformers TTRPG by Renegade Game Studios, we look over all 3 Essence20 systems to figure out the ultimate Transformers crossover.
October 6, 2022 | 11:00 EDT
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Saints Row Doesn’t Take Advantage of its Perfect Setting
Saints Row's Santo Ileso is a Las Vegas inspired setting that could have been much more than just a backdrop to a generic open world game.
September 2, 2022 | 11:00 EDT
Why The Last of Us Part 1 Has The Most Effective Opening In Gaming
The Last of Us Part 1 arguably has one of the best openings in gaming as it features intense drama and spectacular acting. It also sets a foundation for one of the most emotionally driven characters in the medium, Joel.
September 1, 2022 | 11:00 EDT
How the Splatoon 3 Direct Missed the Point
Check out how the Splatoon 3 Direct missed the point. With many awaiting the Splatoon 3 release date, this game feels less like a Splatoon sequel.
August 17, 2022 | 01:00 EDT
Should I Buy a Gaming PC in 2022?
Wondering, "Should I buy a gaming PC in 2022?" Compare gaming PC specs and benefits to see if you should buy a console like Xbox or PS5 over a gaming PC.
August 16, 2022 | 11:00 EDT
Why Does the God of War Ragnarok Jotnar Edition Not Include a Physical Disc?
Wondering what comes in each God of War Ragnarok edition? The God of War Ragnarok Collector's edition and God of War Ragnarok Jotnar edition have no disc.
July 18, 2022 | 11:00 EDT
Gaming has a Digital Distribution Problem
Opinion: Gaming has a digital distribution problem that can be traced to the access to the games we love to play, and it's not getting better anytime soon.
July 12, 2022 | 12:00 EDT
Move Over Video Game Remakes - It's Time for Reimaginings
It's expected nowadays for older games to get a remake. For the sake of the wider gaming medium though, reimaginings should be the new standard.
July 11, 2022 | 12:00 EDT
Mario Sports Titles Should Go Beyond Mario Strikers' Energetic Art Direction
Mario's next sport title might inspire us more if it tried a new with art direction. Mario Strikers: Battle League shows us it needs to move forward.
July 5, 2022 | 12:00 EDT
Neon White’s HUD Is a Divine Union of Style & Substance
Neon White does plenty of things right, but its crowning achievement in its user interface. Its HUD shows how to perfect the union of style and substance.
July 1, 2022 | 11:00 EDT
Pac-Man World Re-Pac is Great, But What About Pac-Man World 2?
Pac-Man World Re-Pac is great, but Pac-Man World 2 is the Empire Strikes Back to Pac-Man World's A New Hope. What makes this sequel so much better?
June 30, 2022 | 12:00 EDT
Spec Ops: The Line 10 Years Later and the Lessons (Un)learned
Ten years on from Spec Ops: The Line's landmark release, we look at the timeline, and how it has progressed and regressed within the decade.
June 28, 2022 | 12:00 EDT
Destiny 2 Season of the Haunted: Emotional Trauma and Reconciliation
Destiny 2 Season of the Haunted doesn't just release new content for the space opera shooter, it addresses deep emotional and mental trauma.
June 21, 2022 | 11:30 EDT
A Fond Farewell to the Sea Of Thieves Arena
After three years, Rare shut down the Sea of Thieves Arena mode. Let's look back at its accomplishments—and missteps—to see why.
June 6, 2022 | 12:00 EDT
15 Years Later: Resident Evil 4 Wii Is Still the Definitive RE4 Experience
It's the Resident Evil 4 Wii Edition 15th anniversary. Even 15 years from the Resident Evil 4 Wii release date, Resident Evil 4 Wii is the best version.
May 31, 2022 | 12:00 EDT