The games that never end: how long does a video game have to be to be good?
As the reaction to The Order 1886 has demonstrated, we seem to have reached a point a developer can think…
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In Total War: Attila, rampaging across Europe as the Huns is the most fun you can have
What sets this game apart is its perspective on the past: it’s not often you get to play as the…
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The clash of data and the battle of statistics: why football management games are fun
In real life, the magic of football lies in its unpredictability. But in Football Manager, players hate elements that undermine…
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Should videogames let you pay to win?
Many multiplayer titles offer in-game boosts - for a price. But is it fair when someone beats you by getting…
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Inkle’s 80 Days is a brilliant game that isn’t really a game at all
Is it a text adventure? Is it a puzzle game? Is it some sort of visual novel? This acclaimed gaming…
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It’s OK for PC gamers to be a little arrogant – they know they’ve backed the right platform
It might be a tasteless joke, but the thousands of people proud of being part of the "PC Master Race"…
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The reason video games feature stabbing, shooting and starting fires: it’s more fun than talking
The reason so many mainstream games are so violent isn't because of lack of imagination - it's just that, for…
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The Games of the Year 2014
There haven't been any all-time classics in 2014, but the industry as a whole has made some promising innovations.
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