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Unwavering Patriotism at the heart of ‘Like a Dragon: Ishin!’
The “Like a Dragon” series, previously known in the West as “Yakuza,” is a remarkable collection of games. Among them, “Like a Dragon: Ishin!” stands out. Set in feudal Japan during one of the most tumultuous periods in Japanese history—the rise of the Shinsengumi and the introduction of Western culture—Ishin features characters based on historical…
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A Discotheque for the souls of Elysium
The rhythmic beats fire up when you venture into the hardcore option of this peculiar indie hit; Disco Elysium. As soon as you select the hardcore mode on the menu, the “anodic dance music” starts to play. A hypnotic anthem of an eclectic game, beckoning you to venture into it’s cruel world. This musical change…
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Hogwarts Legacy and the Wizarding World of Content
Hogwarts Legacy is an objectively magical experience. For many of my generation; it’s the wizarding game we dreamed of as children. There’s been a lot of controversy around the game from political issues to performance problems, but all in all, it’s a very good game. The world is downright gorgeous. I found myself stopping in…
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Encased in jaded irony
From data in 2023; 77% of Millenials play video games. I never identified with my generation growing up, but as the wheel of time keeps turning, it becomes obvious how important time is. I was an outcast, seemingly shut out from society at large, yet I was just a part of almost 60 million other…