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The Intertwining Ambiguity and Terror of 'Mandy' and 'Twin Peaks'
In the first edition of our new Pop Culture podcast, we dig into some of our favorite media old and new
Waypoint Staff
15 hours ago
Romance in games
How the Creators of the Otome Genre Bring Romance to Modern Audiences
We spoke with Ruby Party Director Mei Erikawa about the challenges and exultations of making romance games aimed at women, and the excitement of bringing 'tokimeki' to everyone.
Anne Lee
16 hours ago
Anodyne
‘Anodyne,’ a Thoughtful 2D Zelda-Like, is Now on Consoles
‘Anodyne' is one of my favorite 2D Zelda-ish games, and it’s finally on PS4 and Xbox 1.
Danielle Riendeau
2 days ago
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How Do you Balance a Day Job and Creative Hobbies?
On Waypoint Radio 187: Nintendo Direct thoughts, 'The Masque of Red Death,' 'The Messenger,' 'Frozen Synapse 2' writing advice, and much more!
Danielle Riendeau
3 days ago
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Meet the Meticulous Fan Behind the Internet's Most Meticulous Mario Blog
Since 2012, Supper Mario Broth has been proving, over and over, there's more to learn about Nintendo's series. Recently, though, its creator was forced to go public and ask for help. His power was about to go out.
Patrick Klepek
3 days ago
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'1870' Reclaims a Cyberpunk Future from Colonial Wreckage
If your life depended on it, could you approach an indigenous community and worldview without being an asshole?
Cameron Kunzelman
9.14.18
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How the Changing Relationship Between Story and Lore Has Defined Destiny
On Waypoint Radio 186, we go in deep on game lore.
Danielle Riendeau
9.14.18
Graveyard Keeper
'Graveyard Keeper' Is About Losing Your Future to Your Present
The darkly humorous farming simulator is dead serious about questioning our relationship with labor and goals.
David J. Lumb
9.13.18
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Why Don't Remakes And Remasters Always Credit the Original Developers?
Tributes, thank yous, and shout outs are one thing, but in the case of 'Shadow of the Colossus,' 'Zone of the Enders: The 2nd Runner,' and others, it falls short. Crediting is power.
Patrick Klepek
9.12.18
BattleTech
The Final Missions of 'BattleTech' Made Me Realize What I Want in a Sequel
There's a difference between surviving and winning.
Rob Zacny
9.11.18
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Is Spider-Man a Cop Now?
On Waypoint Radio 185, the whole crew is here to chat big games.
Danielle Riendeau
9.11.18
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'Shadow of the Tomb Raider' Tries, but Fails, to Tackle Its Own Colonialism
Fun stealth mechanics and a passable photo mode can't free the series from the baggage of its core fantasy: Lara Croft is still just a thief playing at being a savior.
Dia Lacina
9.10.18
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