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In an article about VTubers, an illustration of a VTuber in a computer window

VTubers Are the Newest Addition to the World of Online Streaming

Instead of revealing their actual faces, these streamers use a virtual representation of themselves — and they're making big waves in the let's play community.…

May 27, 2021

Boost Your Focus and Concentration With These Vitamins

Daniel Reed

Get some assistance — the natural way.…

May 27, 2021

YouTube Channel TheLineUp Features a Small Girl, With a Big Brand

Karen Lu, Yale University

For lovers of creative video editing, fashion runway shows, Vogue editorials, Gucci films, thrifting and DIY and clothes styling, look no further for your next inspiration.…

May 25, 2021

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What Happened to Young Adult Dystopian Novels?

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Why are teens drawn to the genre and why did its popularity seem to quickly fade out? It might make an unexpected comeback soon.…

May 13, 2021

Walker, the anti-hero, from Spec Ops: The Line.

Spec Ops: The Line’s Anti-Hero Takes Advantage of the Player’s Laxity

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

The military shooter defies expectations and deceives players by having them be complicit in the actions of its main character.…

May 13, 2021

Roblox Offers Endless Entertainment for Children and Adults Alike

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

No hobby, including gaming, is limited by age. This online hub hosts countless role-playing, horror and other fun games, and it's not just children who play them.…

May 12, 2021

Is the Nintendo Switch Still a Worthwhile Purchase?

Michael Boland, DePaul University

In light of rumblings over the possibility of a new console release from the gaming giant, some might be scared to buy the gaming company's most recent console.…

May 11, 2021

An illustration of the title image of the show Love, Death and Robots for an article about its second volume. (Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez, Wichita State University)

‘Love, Death and Robots’ Is the Next Sci-Fi Show You Need to Binge

Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

Space battles, alien monsters and a dog-walking, poop-scooping robot are all what makes the wild plunge into Volume 2 of this Netflix animated anthology exhilarating.…

May 9, 2021

A character from the new Mortal Kombat movie for a review article of the film. (Image via Google Images)

How Did ‘Mortal Kombat’ Transition To the Big Screen?

Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

The 2021 film has its faults, but overall it does a great job of showing viewers what their favorite otherworldly fighters would be like in real life.…

May 6, 2021

The Near-Miss Effect: Can Gamblers Be Happy Even When They Lose?

Daniel Reed

How do casinos take advantage of the near-miss effect? Can we really be happy when we lose? Keep reading to find the answers to these and similar questions.…

May 2, 2021

in an article about the future of Star Wars, a screenshot from The Mandalorian

The Future of the ‘Star Wars’ Franchise Is Uncertain

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Longtime fans are concerned that Disney is producing an excessive amount of media sourced from the famous space opera. Can the franchise return to its former glory?…

April 29, 2021

illustration of lilypichu, depicted as a girl with pink hair in a pink hoodie

LilyPichu Marries Gaming, Art and Music in Her Content

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The multitalented streamer and creator appeals to a wide audience with diverse content that ranges from lo-fi tracks to art lessons, all of which influence each other.…

April 20, 2021

two people sitting next to each other and smiling for an article about friendship

5 Ways To Maintain a Friendship From Home While at College

Julianna Steen, Auburn University

Writing letters, planning visits or just taking the time to regularly text between classes will help keep a long-distance bond strong.…

April 15, 2021

How To Make the Most Out of Your Independent Study

Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

Ready to get credit for studying something you really love? Here's a few things that you should know beforehand.…

April 13, 2021

An illustration of Del Rey's latest album, Chemtrails Over the Country Club

‘Chemtrails Over the Country Club’ Is a Powerful and Complex Album

Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

The American singer-songwriter's most recent album perfectly encapsulates the continually escalating peak of her musical prowess.…

April 11, 2021

Top 8 Best Melee Weapons in Minecraft Dungeons

Daniel Reed

Ranged weapons are good, but if you really want to slay your enemies, you’re going to need to get up close and personal.…

April 11, 2021

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Bravely Default II Brings Nostalgia and Adventure to Its Courageous Players

Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

The newest installment in the Nintendo game series is not the best JRPG on the market, but it offers familiar gameplay for veteran fans and fresh twists for newcomers.…

April 5, 2021

for an article about the devil is a part-timer! , anime-style illustration of satan behind a fast-food worker

Satan Is Serving Burgers and Fries in ‘The Devil Is a Part-Timer!’

Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

In a twist on the isekai anime genre, the devil is transported from an alternate world into modern-day Japan and must make a living as a fast-food employee.…

March 25, 2021

Illustration by Alicia Paauwe for an article on long-distance skills

Bringing the Long-Distance Skills We Learned in Quarantine Into the Post-Pandemic World

Drew Goretzka, Michigan State University

The pandemic has provided a crash course in tech literacy, forcing much of the world to connect in ways they would've never thought of. Can we still use everything we've learned once things go back…

March 23, 2021

What Tilt in League of Legends Tells Us About the Entertainment Industry

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

Tilt — the process of a player becoming increasingly frustrated with a game — can provide great insight into sunk cost and American entertainment.…

March 20, 2021

Screenshot of Hogwarts Legacy, a Harry Potter game

‘Harry Potter’ Proves That Separating the Art From the Artist Is Impossible

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

Hogwarts Legacy, a new game in the 'Harry Potter' franchise, has been met with backlash due to J.K. Rowling's transphobia — despite efforts to make the game more inclusive. Is it possible to divorce her…

March 17, 2021

ilustration of costumed characters in Miitopia

Miitopia Has Endless Opportunities for Adventure and Creation

Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

Ahead of the soon-to-be-released remaster of the game for Nintendo Switch, here's a deep dive into the classic role-playing game that lets you customize your team of avatars into any people you want on your…

March 11, 2021

Mobile Wins Casino Review

Daniel Reed

Here's another place to wager online.…

March 3, 2021

An illustration of a few main characters of Star Wars.

Reimagining the Last Star Wars Trilogy, With the Stories From the New Series

Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

Could the last three films have been better and less divisive if they had the characters in ‘The Mandalorian’ and other upcoming Disney+ series?…

February 26, 2021

Yiliang ‘Doublelift’ Peng Earned a Contentious but Commendable Legacy

Brandon Li, Vassar College

The professional League of Legends player has persevered in the face of much backlash throughout his long career.…

February 25, 2021

How League of Legends Captures Your Attention (and Your Wallet)

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

With its reward system, various character skins and community and competitive aspects, 'addicting' doesn't even begin to sum up this game.…

February 19, 2021

Eight Years Later, Nintendo Land Remains a Fun, if Fragmented, Experience

Brady Fitzgerald, Immaculata University

Released alongside the Wii U, the game is an ambitious title that seeks to bring all Nintendo fans together. It mostly succeeds, although its single-player mode falls a little short.…

February 3, 2021