H.P. Lovecraft strikes again in indie developer Jamie Ferguson’s other-worldly horror tale, The Black Iris. Penetrating neons, striking symbology, and the mystery surrounding a secret Scottish research facility all contribute to this game’s immediate appeal, available now on Itchi.io. Before stepping into the hallucinogenic visuals, The Black Iris has a creepy narrative to thread these […]
Opinion: Why The Olympics Should Create a Separate ‘Esports Games’
The “2020+5” agenda recently released by the International Olympic Committee made it clear that the organization has no interest in bringing esports such as League of Legends or Street Fighter into its official Summer or Winter Games anytime soon. Despite holding summits with esports figures and continuing to “foster relationships” with the gaming community, the […]
Guide To The Best Crunchyroll Anime To Watch In 2021
Crunchyroll is the premier place to watch anime. For a small subscription fee you get hundreds of different anime series to watch, in 1080p, and you’ll even get to watch huge anime like Attack on Titan and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure at the same time they air in Japan. Or, if you’re willing to skip over […]
Debunking The Myth That Lara Croft’s Design Was The Result Of A Bug
Stories about iconic bugs become part of a game’s history, told and retold until they become myth. Much like stories in film about enforced method acting or once-in-a-lifetime takes, these errors gradually take on a life of their own that is unique to the medium of games. The legacy of Tomb Raider is no exception. […]
The Way Abby Uses A Hammer In The Last Of Us Part 2 Still Upsets Me
The Last of Us Part 2 is an uncomfortable game at the best of times. Whether you’re murdering dogs, bashing heads in with lead pipes, or just watching your friends die, there’s not much escape from the misery. Replaying it, I knew I was going to have to go through all that again. But there’s […]
Mistakes Beginners To The Series Make In Call Of Duty: Black Ops Cold War (And How To Avoid Them)
When Activision released Call of Duty Black Ops: Cold War, it’s hard to believe they knew how successful this entry would be. Black Ops: Cold War has seen support from fans on levels unheard of for even the Call of Duty franchise. The new model that Activision has adopted melding Modern Warfare’s Warzone with the […]
The Beauty Of Firewatch’s Mundane Ending
Firewatch is celebrating its fifth anniversary this year, and so I finally decided to delve into this beloved indie modern classic for the first time. It was a treat – a masterclass in storytelling, atmosphere, and thrills. Subtly was key for Firewatch, and it paid in dividends. Yet, when I scoured the internet to see […]
Little Nightmares 2: The Story Explained
Little Nightmares 2 is an adorably horrifying delight. However, due to the nature of the game, the story isn’t exactly straightforward. With no dialogue between any of the characters, you have to piece together the plot from clues seen in the environments. Thankfully, we here at TheGamer are adept at deciphering obtuse narratives. So let’s […]
The Monster Hunter Movie Is Now Available To Stream… For $20
A Monster Hunter movie based on the Capcom video game franchise of the same name is finally available to stream, and it only costs… $20. First released for PS2 in 2004, Monster Hunter is a series that features ridiculous-looking monsters and even more ridiculous-looking weapons. It makes sense as a big-screen adaptation, especially in an […]
Which Pop Star Would Make The Best Pokemon Trainer?
The big Pokemon announcements this year have been a little strange. The series is due to celebrate its 25th anniversary next week, and The Pokemon Company has promised lots more reveals and events throughout the year, potentially including the much rumoured Diamond & Pearl remakes. However, all we’ve really been given so far is an […]