Video Games

Microsoft purchases Bethesda for $7.5 billion

The deal is the largest ever for a video game studio.

On Sep 21, 2020 by Michelle Jaworski

Among Us is blowing up. Blame fascism

It’s ‘consensual non-consent,’ minus the sex.

On Sep 18, 2020 by Ana Valens

Studio distances itself from J.K. Rowling after ‘Harry Potter’ game announcement

People are encouraging their followers not to buy the game.

On Sep 17, 2020 by Michelle Jaworski

Why all your friends are obsessed with ‘Fall Guys’ memes

Everyone wants in on the ‘Fall Guys’ phenomenon, from memers to fast-food giants

On Aug 13, 2020 by Nahila Bonfiglio

Queer Valorant fans are shipping these 2 characters

Are Raze and Killjoy flirting in German?

On Aug 10, 2020 by Ana Valens

This author accidentally referenced Zelda as a real historical source

Let this be a lesson to us all about trusting the first thing that comes up on Google.

On Aug 3, 2020 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

‘Pokémon Unite’ will let Switch owners play with their friends on mobile

A MOBA Pokémon game is headed to Switch and mobile.

On Jul 7, 2020 by Nahila Bonfiglio

Animal Crossing fans launch petition for more inclusive hairstyles

‘I would love to truly have my character represent me.’

On Jun 26, 2020 by Sierra Juarez

A man is suing Twitch because he finds streamers too sexy

The plaintiff is also seeking permanent bans for each of the female streamers listed.

On Jun 25, 2020 by Nahila Bonfiglio

Gamers torn over My Little Pony-inspired fighting game

Them’s Fightin’ Herds is headed to EVO Online this summer.

On May 18, 2020 by Ana Valens

This ‘Zombie Lives Matter’ tweet was deleted after backlash—leading to more backlash

Dying Light, a zombie video game, is facing backlash from all directions.

On May 14, 2020 by Rachel Kiley

Students are rebuilding their canceled college experience inside Minecraft

Blocks are better than Zoom.

On May 4, 2020 by Matt Silverman

All the secrets, tips, and tricks you need to dominate the Thieves Guild in ‘Skyrim’

“Ain’t no doubt about it. The Thieves Guild is back, and they’ve got Riften in their grip.”

On May 4, 2020 by Nahila Bonfiglio

This therapist has advice for dealing with social distancing: Play video games

Don’t feel guilty about spending all your time on Animal Crossing.

On Apr 23, 2020 by Ana Valens

Final Fantasy VII Remake is a gorgeous, thrilling ride

This staggeringly beautiful game will keep players entertained for days on end.

On Apr 17, 2020 by Nahila Bonfiglio