A look at some subtle details from the recently released official Legend of Zelda chronology, and what they might indicate for future entries in the series. Continue reading
Interworks ‘Controller Pro U’ review
The Super Nintendo-inspired Wii U controller that claims to be a remote, classic controller and pro controller in one must infringe on several Nintendo patents, but does this Frankenstein’s monster deliver? Continue reading
Games As Art – Another Perspective
Games are increasingly regarded as worthwhile relative to how well they can match the proficiencies of older media. But the argument that games match older media as art overlooks an integral aspect of the form. Continue reading
Tech industry new year’s resolutions
In the spirit of such arbitrary conventions as year-end retrospective lists, year-start prospective lists and bad faith new year’s resolutions, here’s a look at some promises our big tech companies should be making. Continue reading
Little Inferno review
Little Inferno is a divisive game, and many of its detractors are justified. Yet at the heart of this slow-paced propaganda puzzler burns a smart and eerie experience for those willing to give it the time. Continue reading
Chasing Aurora review
A majestic and well-executed flight mechanic has its wings clipped by shallow game modes and the need to have four or more players at your disposal to get the full bird-fighting experience. Continue reading
Puddle review – Wii U version
A lesson both in applying satisfying and non-frustrating tilt controls to a core mechanic and in creating a bond between the player and an ordinarily non-sentient force, Puddle is an ironically solid puzzle-platformer. Continue reading
The price of play
With app stores eating up an increasing amount of the market the race is on between Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony to find a way to marry the benefits of a dedicated system with the allure of easy-access digital games. Continue reading
The Weekly Rift 