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The Dark Souls Control Scheme Has Ruined Modern Action Games
A shift toward bumper-based light attacks has removed the tactile satisfaction of traditional button presses, according to one critic.
House of the Dragon Foreshadows Rhaenyra Targaryen’s Religious Enemy
A warning from the High Septon in the latest episode appears to hint at the arrival of the Shepherd, a dangerous figure from George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood.
Mario Kart Reimagined as an Interactive YouTube Video
A creative YouTube channel uses the platform's features to simulate a playable racing experience.
House of the Dragon Stars Discuss Alicent and Rhaenyra's Tense Season 3 Reunion
Olivia Cooke and Emma D'Arcy explore the complexities of their characters' strained relationship as they navigate political fallout and personal loss.
Hollywood Misread The Lord of the Rings, Focusing on Scale Over Humanity
Twenty-five years after its premiere, The Fellowship of the Ring's true success is still being misunderstood by the entertainment industry.
40 Hours Is Plenty: Why RPGs Should Embrace Shorter Run Times
An argument for more concise role-playing experiences, even when prices are high.
5 Anime Villains More Dangerous Than Jujutsu Kaisen's Sukuna
While Sukuna is the King of Curses, other anime antagonists present greater threats through ambition, reality-bending powers, or sheer scale of destruction.
The First Video Game Songs That Stuck With Us
From Killer Instinct Gold to Final Fantasy X-2, gamers recall the formative soundtracks that shaped their musical tastes.
Doctor Who's Twelfth Doctor and Clara Oswald Represent the Series' Most Compelling, Unhealthy Partnership
While Rose Tyler and the Tenth Doctor may be more famous, the complex dynamic between the Twelfth Doctor and Clara Oswald offers a unique exploration of the Doctor-Companion relationship.