gamescom 2012

Splot Preview: Conquering Mobile With Puzzles, Platforming, And Touch-flinging

… Angry Birds-like flick mechanic and a charming, whimsical aesthetic. … Conquering Mobile With Puzzles, Platforming, And …

Preview

Furi's New Trailer Boasts Intense, Fast-Paced Boss Fights

… Boss Fights … The indie game Furi, which blends an '80s aesthetic with epic boss fights, just got an action-packed …

fight for the top 50

Is Box Boy! One Of The Top 50 Games Of 2015?

… overlooked games of the year. A simple black and white aesthetic belies the games more complicated puzzles. … Is Box …

Preview

Unfolding The Pop-Up World Of Tengami

… U and iOS versions bring the tactile aesthetic to life, letting players turn digital pages and pull on virtual tabs. …

pax 2013

Contrast Preview: This Clever Puzzle/Platformer Is A Lot More Than Just Eye Candy

… Is A Lot More Than Just Eye Candy … The stylish art aesthetic, compelling story, and clever puzzle mechanics have …

Preview

Panzer General Online Announced With Closed Beta This Year

… newest free-to-play game uses a familiar Army men toy aesthetic. … A World War II-Themed Strategy Game You Can Play …

Preview

Bedlam Brings Banner Saga’s Engine Into A Post-Apocalyptic Future

… Future … Bedlam blends Banner Saga's engine with 80s aesthetic wasteland exploration. … Bedlam Brings Banner …

reader discussion

Reader Discussion: Demon's Souls? Dark Souls? Or BloodBorne?

… same developer, and they all deliver a similar oppressive aesthetic, but they are each distinct. Which is your …

test chamber

Test Chamber – Boxboy For 3DS

… Super Smash Bros., is a creative puzzle game with a sparse aesthetic. … Test Chamber – Boxboy For 3DS …

Preview

Life Is Strange Has Strict Time Travel Rules And A Unique Photography Aesthetic

… Has Strict Time Travel Rules And A Unique Photography Aesthetic … Find out more about Dontnod's visual and … Has Strict Time Travel Rules And A Unique Photography Aesthetic

Review

Gravity Ghost Review – Gravitating Towards Fun

… Ghost is a simple platformer with a children’s book aesthetic, but the themes and subtext at play have a hefty …

Review

Gravity Ghost Review – Gravitating Towards Fun

… Ghost is a simple platformer with a children’s book aesthetic, but the themes and subtext at play have a hefty …

Preview

Reveal Trailer For Vikings - Wolves of Midgard Shows Off Norse Mythology Meets Diablo Gameplay

… … The game's first reveal trailer shows a distinct Norse aesthetic. … New Reveal Trailer Shows Off Vikings Meets …

gamer culture

Scott Pilgrim Director's Next Film Gets Its First Trailer

… … The film, which looks to continue Wright's kinetic aesthetic, is out in August. … Scott Pilgrim Director's Next …

Feature

The Secrets Behind South Park’s Pain-Staking Animation

… and how close Stick of Truth actually emulated the show’s aesthetic. … The Secrets Behind South Park’s Pain-Staking …

Preview

40 New Screens From Suda 51's Killer Is Dead

… you plenty of opportunity to examine the game's stylized aesthetic. … 40 New Screens From Suda 51's Killer Is Dead …

gamer culture

Texas Firearm Manufacturer Designs Real Handgun Resembling NES Zapper

… firearm company has created a real-life firearm with a toy aesthetic, which has resulted in a burst of controversy from …

Review

Lego Voyagers Review – A Creative Co-Op Platformer

… Review – A Creative Co-Op Platformer … Its adorable aesthetic and wordless storytelling make this brief adventure …

Exclusive Interview

An Exclusive Look At The Dolls Behind Dragon Quest VII Reimagined's Unique Visuals

… Square Enix Landed On Dragon Quest VII Reimagined's Doll Aesthetic

Review

Street Fighter 6 Review – A Clean Reversal

… Between its cohesive aesthetic, the bounty of clever features, and crisp central …