Video Games
Attempting to overcome a bad launch — can Cyberpunk 2077’s patch 1.5 revamp its bad rep?
A game's launch -- the period of time in which it first becomes available for widespread play -- is one of the most important for that game's overall reputation, and many factors can impact whether or not that crucial event goes smoothly.
What games just hit that perfect dopamine spot in your brain?
Honestly, one of the reasons I'm still playing Diablo 3 all these years later (it came out in 2012) is because it still has this perfect gameplay loop that sparks a mellow, relaxed feeling for me.
How does a game’s UI affect the actual gameplay experience for you?
One of the things that really makes it hard for me to play WoW Classic is the UI.
What tabletop RPG hasn’t gotten its deserved video game?
D&D has had many video games over the years, with Baldur's Gate 3 merely the latest one, and with two Pathfinder offerings also available.
What game that never got a sequel do you think should have?
It's 2022 and I still want a Jade Empire sequel.
All of the AIs in Horizon Zero Dawn and Horizon Forbidden West, explained
In addition to a wide cast of human characters, Horizon Zero Dawn and its sequel Horizon Forbidden West are full of artificial intelligences, all of which are major players in the game's story.
What games do you love despite their glaring flaws?
Look, I would never tell you that every game I love is perfect, or even good.
How long does it take you to forget how to play a game?
I often like to revisit games I haven't played in a while.
Guild Wars 2 End of Dragons expansion is out now
If you've been playing Guild Wars 2 for some time, you'll know that the Elder Dragons are the key motivator of the ongoing plot and that dealing with them is the core challenge facing the "commander" that players navigate throughout the world of Tyria.
Who are the Elder Dragons of Tyria, and what does the End of Dragons mean to Guild Wars?
The six Elder Dragons have been the narrative crux and primary antagonists of Guild Wars 2 since its release almost 10 years ago, but as the series has progressed our opposition to their devastation has gone in many unexpected directions.



