There is a pervasive thought that exists, not just in gaming but in the entire concept of competition in general, that competing against others must inherently be one of aggressive conflict. To many, even benign contests against an opponent are...
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Just as no two people completely encapsulate the entire human experience, so too is it the same with the games people make. Throughout the course of human civilization, games stand out as an excellent example of the progress of cultural...
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Despite being a subgenre that’s existed for several decades, co-op games have to occasionally re-prove themselves as to be somehow to be worthy of a player’s time. Part of this is because there is a small but vocal part of...
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Board games are known for many things. They are known for their creativity of mechanics and flavor. They are known as an excellent source of social interaction and group-based entertainment. They are even known for being educational, either directly as...
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Milestones are an important aspect to everyday life. They represent key moments to individuals and groups that bear attention in some fashion. Whether it’s meritorious exploits or simply reaching a notable achievement over a particular period of time, milestones are...
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One of the most admirable traits about human beings is our deep-seated, insatiable desire to learn. To explore. To look at what’s over the next hill solely because we can. Whether it’s crossing great continents, taking to the high seas,...
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Board gaming as a leisure activity has been around for millennia, a social activity nearly as old as civilization itself. These ancient games ranged from deceptively simple to remarkably deep, despite their abstract nature, and the fact that the vast...
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Like many creative enterprises, games are as much a work of art as they a form of entertainment. Every immersive experience, every logic puzzle, every raucous round of laughter is intentional. Although games strive above all to be fun and...
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What makes a game stand out? It’s a deceptively simple question that, on the surface, seems like it would be straightforward enough to answer, and yet it’s not unlike blind men trying to describe an elephant. To some, a game...
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When it comes to choosing a game, be it for a showcase or a retail shelf, understanding distinctions between games that are highly similar in nature is key to finding one that will resonate best for you. This more curated approach...
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