Speed running remains one of the most popular categories on Twitch and YouTube. From classic games, such as Super Mario Bros., to modern-day hits, like Dark Souls, fans enjoy watching players complete games in the least amount of time possible. In response to the fandom, the speed running community has bonded together to promote charity work. The benchmark in speed
Read moreAs if the year 2020 was not awkward enough, a new rival has entered the video game console market. The competition not only is coming from the most unlikely of sources but also offers a feature that no one expected. Dubbed the KFC Console, the fast food chicken giant is now entering the video game industry with a series of
Read moreYou cannot say that we did not warn you. Despite a mountain of economic and social challenges, Sony still released the new Monster Hunter movie last Friday. As predicted, moviegoers responded in a predictable fashion with anemic box office sales. While critics were not surprised by the film’s lackluster performance, the question remains as to whether the movie can still
Read moreWe said they were crazy in October, and two months later the absurdity has reached new heights. As the world clings to hope for the distribution of a vaccine, the global pandemic continues to rage. While most countries exercise caution, Sony is encouraging fans to throw caution to the wind by going to the movies. In the middle of a
Read moreSince the dawn of the computer age, bugs and abnormalities have been inherent to the underlying code of most software. While advanced hardware creates a smoother experience with increased processing power, software engineers rarely develop a flawless product. Given the inevitability for defects, the question that arises is just how many bugs the consumer is willing to accept. For this
Read moreDespite unprecedented levels of success, the Nintendo Switch is underpowered in comparison to PlayStation and Xbox. While Nintendo has optimized most first-party offerings, third-party developers have struggled with performance issues on the hybrid console. The result is a library graphically inferior games that cannot achieve the most basic level of HD quality at 720p. As Sony and Microsoft prepare to
Read moreThe last few days have been tumultuous for the video game community. Numerous Twitch streamers received Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) notices, and content creators removed countless non-complaint Videos on Demand (VOD). The DMCA violations pertained to background music, which creators typically play during “in real life” (IRL) streams. As the online community scrambled to remove years of content, a
Read moreDespite the economic challenges of the global pandemic, the video game industry remains strong. Global sales will likely surpass $160 billion in 2020, and U.S. sales should reach $50 billion by the end of December. While both statistics represent double-digit percentage increases over last year, not all companies are reaping the benefits. One particular technology giant continues to struggle; however,
Read moreIn business and everyday life, timing is everything. While the video game industry has enjoyed record sales in 2020, publisher 2K Games continues to struggle. Traditional moneymakers, such as NBA and WWE 2K, feel stagnant, and fans responded accordingly by refusing to purchase the games. Despite multiple setbacks, a recent announcement from Gearbox Software could propel 2K Games to success
Read moreAs the year slowly draws to an end, the video game industry remains enthusiastic towards the release of Cyberpunk 2077. CD Projekt Red’s upcoming action-RPG arrives on November 19th and continues to garner criticism and praise. While players flock to preorder their copy, many fans are wondering: what exactly makes a video game have cyberpunk style? Does art direction, gameplay,
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