video games

Jun
25
A small creature in a white, horned helmet stands in a large, mostly blue video game level. It is empty but for them.

On having a body in Hollow Knight

How video games like Hollow Knight make movement central to their storytelling.
7 min read
Apr
07
Redhead Nancy Maple listens in on a conversation. A stern-faced woman says, "We've only just arrived but I can't WAIT to leave!"

Episodes Monday Rundown March 31 - April 6 2025

7 min read
Jan
06
The two protagonists of Nickel Boys look up at their reflection, smiling as they look at themselves.

Episodes Monday Rundown: Jan. 1 - 5 2025

Speed Racer, Nickel Boys, and two of 2024's most acclaimed novels.
8 min read
Mar
27
The headshots of the six bachelors and six bachelorettes from Stardew Valley

Stardew Valley bachelors and bachelorettes, ranked

Plus: An impassioned defense of Haley.
10 min read
Jan
19
The player and the mayor stand in front of the broken down community center in Stardew Valley.

January mailbag!

6 min read