Long before the 26 million user-generated levels in Super Mario Maker 2, there was LittleBigPlanet who popularized the concept of creation tools on consoles. Back in 2008, developer Media Molecule gave players the tools to make their own levels, crafting an experience based on the idea of “Play, Create, and Share.” Only two of the LittleBigPlanet games were produced by Media Molecule before they handed it off and moved onto other projects.
Read MoreA second look at the late DJ’s video game. Avicii was one the biggest influence in electronic dance music (EDM) during the 2010s. His iconic mega-hit single, Levels, helped EDM reach mainstream success while also introducing a new generation of fans to the genre. His natural talent for creating uplifting melodic music took him from his bedroom where he remixed bootlegs to headlining the main stages of the biggest music festivals in the world.
Read MoreThe French developer Ubisoft has created some of the biggest gaming experiences with the vast open world of Assassin’s Creed and the multiple Tom Clancy tactical shooters. But before those games, there was the limbless hero that propelled Ubisoft to the global stage. Rayman is the unique and memorable mascot of Ubisoft. It’s one of the few mascots that has managed to stand alongside other icons like Mario and Sonic but is still often underappreciated.
Read MoreOver 10 years ago, Turtle Rock Studios gave horror fans one of the best cooperative survival games with zombies. While there is no shortage of zombies in media, Turtle Rock Studios created a unique formula that’s been adapted by plenty of other games but never properly replicated. After creating such a beloved game, how did the studio lose their rights to the Left 4 Dead franchise? And why is the team coming Back 4 Blood?
Read MoreWhen it comes to Hollywood adaptations, fairy tales, comic books, and stage plays have seen great success in the box offices. However, video game movies have struggled to reach the same achievements due to needing to appeal to the general movie-goer as well as pleasing the fans. While not every video game movie is a hit, a few have managed to beat the “video game movie curse.” We’re highlighting the top 10 trailers from the past three decades of video game movie releases.
Read MoreFirstly, if you’re new here, welcome to my video game blog. I started this when I was in my last half of college for writing classes. I’ve now graduated college and received my diploma in Journalism and Media Studies from the University of Nevada Las Vegas. I’ve continued writing about video game stories that involve the development, history, and impact after their release.
Read MoreScott Pilgrim Vs. The World is an award-winning graphic novel by writer and artist Bryan Lee O’Malley. Its publication began in 2004 and ended in 2010 before the release of the movie. It lead to the inspiration of a video game, which is regarded as one of the best beat ‘em ups in the genre and licensed games ever. Although it was delisted from sale, fans’ demands brought the game back for the series’ 10th anniversary — giving fans multiple ways to enjoy the world of Scott Pilgrim.
Read MoreThanks to its innovative ways to play, Pokémon Go stands as one of the most successful mobile games of all time. Using augmented reality, GPS, and the worldwide popularity of the Pokémon franchise the game has continued to surprise fans for five years since the game’s release. It’s allowed fans of the series to explore the real world to look for Pokémon, battle rivals, trade with friends, and team-up against legendary raid bosses with millions of other fans across the world on their journey to complete the Pokédex.
Read MorePixar Animation Studios has captivated audience’s imagination since 1995 with Toy Story. They’ve continued to create worlds based on everything from bugs, monsters, cars, to even Mexico. With over 20 animated feature films released, everyone’s favorite will differ, but how do the video games fare in comparison to the films? Let’s take a look at Toy Story 3: The Video Game — the last Pixar movie tie-in game developed and published by Disney Interactive Studios before their shutdown.
Read MoreDrinkbox Studios has made a name for themselves by mashing together a platformer with a lucha style combat to create their Guacamelee! series. This Mexican-inspired metroidvania action brawler stars a simple agave farmer turned super luchador, but how did a Canadian studio come to launch this adventure game set in a fantasy Mexico? Let’s take a look at the development of the Guacamelee! series, while we anticipate the release of Drinkbox Studios’ next game.
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