It seems most reviews are unanimous on a couple of points: Trine 3 is a gorgeous game that is too short and whose ending is essentially “To Be Continued.” I was reluctant to purchase this on account of all the negative reviews, but am relieved I ended up changing my mind. … Continue reading
Microsoft & Windows 10: We’ve Learned Nothing
When it comes to Microsoft’s Windows 10 free upgrade program, you get what you pay for. Although the Windows 10 upgrade process is perhaps a hair better than the one to Windows 8, which often didn’t even work at all, Windows 10 certainly isn’t without its share of enormous shortcomings and misses … Continue reading
ArenaNet: We’ve Learned Nothing
I have rarely felt so validated and disappointed at the same time. When ArenaNet announced its first expansion to their sole active franchise, I was already skeptical about how their plan would measure out in practice. Since the launch of the unfinished Guild Wars 2 several years ago, the game’s overall direction and priorities for its developers have been wildly inconsistent. … Continue reading
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter (2014)
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter was a title I’d been keeping an eye on for awhile, but my expectations for it barred me from grabbing it at full price. I was eventually able to pick it up on sale and give it a thorough playthrough, and was glad I had waited for the discount. … Continue reading
Heroes: David Byrne Dethroned
Damnit, David Byrne. What did you have to go and do that for? The man, who was very nearly a personal hero of mine, recently updated his Website to run his mouth about something that he doesn’t seem to really understand. There are few things that I absolutely cannot stand more than celebrities irresponsibly using their audience and authority to spread misinformation. David, you’re a smart guy! You know better than this. … Continue reading