Nintendo games

An illustration of a Pokémon and its regional form

Regional Forms Are a Way to Breath New Life Into Classic Pokémon

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

Every new game in the franchise comes with new creatures. But what do you do when you run out of Pokémon to make?…

April 6, 2022

Illustration of a gamer getting caught using ROMs

Retro Gaming Pays a High Price in the Battle Against Emulators and ROMs

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

Nintendo is cracking down on ROM-sharing sites. What does this mean for video game preservation?…

February 21, 2022

In an article about casual games, Kirby stirring a pot of stew

Casual Games Offer a Breath of Fresh Air for the Less-Hardcore Gamer

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

The accessibility of electronic entertainment like Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley has expanded what it means to be a member of the gaming community.…

January 31, 2022

Chris Pratt as Mario jumps in the environment of a Super Mario Bros. video game.

Is Chris Pratt the Best Mario for the Upcoming Super Mario Bros. Film?

Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

The 'Guardians of the Galaxy' star is slated to voice the iconic Italian video game protagonist, but people are worried that the movie will focus on star power over quality.…

October 18, 2021

A Comprehensive History of the Pokémon Franchise in Honor of Its 25th Anniversary

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

The groundbreaking video game series proves that it still looks good at 25 by rolling out games that offer new perspectives on the beloved Sinnoh region.…

October 17, 2021

screenshot from monster hunter rise of an armored person battling a fire-breathing dragon

Monster Hunter Rise Is the Fantasy Series’s Best Game Yet

Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

The much-anticipated newest release in the Nintendo franchise is here, and it takes players through a rich mythical world where battling beasts is great fun.…

April 14, 2021

for an article on bravely default ii, an illustration of a girl in a black cloak with four gems around her

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

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

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