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What Remains of Edith Finch: Ian Dallas Interview [Video]
What Remains of Edith Finch: Ian Dallas Interview [Video]
Watch our interview with the creator behind one of this year’s standout games.
Paul Tamayo
May 2, 2017
Why Can’t We Have Good Video Game Movies?
Why Can’t We Have Good Video Game Movies?
Nintendo’s Cinematic Universe has a chance to reverse a decades old curse that they started.
The Cube Editors
Sep 23, 2016
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Can the Switch’s Secret Weapon Be its Controllers?
Can the Switch’s Secret Weapon Be its Controllers?
Paul Tamayo
Nov 4, 2016
Music and Interactive Media
Music and Interactive Media
Music is and always has been a powerful tool for storytellers.
The Cube Editors
Oct 4, 2016
Why Does GTA Appeal to the Casual Gamer?
Why Does GTA Appeal to the Casual Gamer?
Insight into one of the gaming industry’s biggest game series ever.
The Cube Editors
Sep 27, 2016
Seriously, Sony? #PatchDriveclub
Seriously, Sony? #PatchDriveclub
The die hard fans will love you longtime.
Roman M France
Sep 22, 2016
Making the case for the PS4 Pro that Sony didn’t
Making the case for the PS4 Pro that Sony didn’t
The PS4 Pro won’t change your gaming experience and it doesn’t have to.
Roman M France
Sep 20, 2016
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