Technology & tradition – can gaming contribute to the preservation of old traditions

Technology & Tradition – Can Gaming Contribute to the Preservation of Old Traditions

Technology is often considered to be a menace to tradition and traditional way of live. You will often hear and read that traditional crafts and professions are being lost due to technological advances. While even the strongest opponents of technology admit that it makes our lives easier and simpler in many ways, even the most…

‘octopath traveler’ gets a release date, character reveals, & more

‘Octopath Traveler’ Gets a Release Date, Character Reveals, & More

Breathtaking Artwork Last September, Nintendo released a Direct that featured a new game demo for a working title: Project Octopath Traveler. Octopath’s development team made the hit 3DS game Bravely Default. From the game’s first impression, it was heralded for its gorgeous art style. The developers have termed their design approach as “HD-2D.” Think 16-Bit character…

Video games vs video slots: get ready to race!

Video Games vs Video Slots: Get Ready to Race!

Video games are universally popular, with a huge following across the spectrum. They are gender-neutral entertainment options, with a multi-themed appeal. From action-packed attractions to adventure-laden quests, video games are designed to transport you from the mundane to the surreal at the click of a button. These dazzling audio-visual bonanzas are created using sophisticated technology,…

Parkour! ‘mirror’s edge’ getting a tv adaptation

Parkour! ‘Mirror’s Edge’ Getting a TV Adaptation

When EA released Mirror’s Edge in 2008, the game was met with immense praise. From it’s innovative movement, to it’s generally beautiful design, Mirror’s Edge clearly stood out from its contemporaries. According to Deadline.com, Faith’s loyal fan base has something new to look forward to. Endemol Shine Studios has announced that they have secured the…

Is the gaming world finally considering the female gamer?

Is the Gaming World Finally Considering the Female Gamer?

We all know women have struggled in the geek world, especially in video gaming.  If you don’t know what I’m talking about, just look up gamergate. Some people say this is changing, since games like Life is Strange are coming out featuring female protagonists. There are still only a few games, especially AAA titles, that feature…

New ‘star wars: battlefront’ game blasts its way to consoles this fall

New ‘Star Wars: Battlefront’ Game Blasts Its Way to Consoles this Fall

Star Wars: Battlefront Reboot Looks Promising It seems that the hype around Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, has spread to gaming. One of the most successful Star Wars videogame franchises in existence is being rebooted: Star Wars: Battlefront. The new game is being developed by DICE and Electronic Arts, a game studio that,…