Are Videogames Just Opiates in the Form of Stories?
It might be worse than you thought. Author of The Story-Telling Animal Jonathan Gottschall explains why fiction is the last frontier of addictive substances.
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Review: Soulcalibur V Needs to Embrace its Inner Sims
Fighting games are not exactly known for their stories, but when does a lack of a reasonable narrative become disruptive? Jordan Mammo reviews Soulcalibur V and talks about how the potentially redeeming Character Creation mode misses the mark.
Korea’s Happy Deals
South Korean games are on the rise, and their inspiration lies in unexpected territory—fast food in its many alike incarnations. Jordan Mammo examines the scene’s philosophy and its ambitions.
Review: Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon
A chance to kill ants is a chance to cure society of its ills … that’s the promise this latest Earth Defense Force title fails to hold.
Review: Groove Coaster
Jordan Mammo reviews what may be the most truthful music game to date—it’s on the iPhone.