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September 5, 2016

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Review by Clark A. Dungeon crawlers have a reputation for being daunting, often unfair experiences. Based on MeiQ’s subtitle, you’d expect a game in the same vein as Etrian Odyssey; a punishing but rewarding roguelike loaded with thrilling randomness at every turn. In actuality, MeiQ represents one of the cosiest,…

DDNet is on pilgrimage in Japan! Stay tuned for lots of articles!

September 5, 2016

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Gloating by Matt S. Each year I make a pilgrimage to Japan to go to Tokyo Game Show. I’ve since added the Miku Mirai concerts to that little tradition. By the time you read this, I’ll be there again! For the next three weeks or so, I’ll be visiting places,…

Catch-up coffee Monday: September 4, 2016

September 4, 2016

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News by Lindsay M. Welcome to Digitally Downloaded’s weekly news feature, Catch-up coffee Monday. Each Monday we will bring you the best news from the previous week that you may have missed. Grab the biggest mug you’ve got, fill it with your favourite brew, and catch up with us (and…

The Friday Ten: Ten quality feminist games

September 2, 2016

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List by Harvard L. As the gaming medium ages and becomes into its own, it starts to develop the ability to make serious statements about society in the same way that novels and films do. This week, let’s take a look at the complex relationship between games and feminism. Does…

Review: The Legend of Kusakari (Nintendo 3DS)

September 2, 2016

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Review by Sam M. Imagine if you played a Legend of Zelda game, and there was no grass to distract Link from his mission, because someone – a far less heralded hero – has already cut the grass for him. The field is clear, letting Link get on with his…

Review: Touhou Genso Rondo: Bullet Ballet (Sony PlayStation 4)

September 1, 2016

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Review by Clark A. The term “bullet hell” is an accurate descriptor for the absurd number of bullets exchanged in hardcore 2D shooters. Franchises like Touhou have garnered reputations for the sheer technical prowess one needs to manoeuvre around projectiles that envelop the screen like hundreds of fireworks set off…

Super Mario Maker and Yoshi’s Woolly World return in your pocket

September 1, 2016

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News by Clark A. With Wii U gradually stepping out of the limelight, it seems Nintendo wants to share some of the console’s exclusive gems with a broader audience. Thus, two of the finest platformers available on the system will be making the jump to Nintendo’s 3D portable in just…

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September 1, 2016

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News by Clark A. If you’re a fan of Mario’s sports outings, Nintendo revealed a little something today that should pique your interest. Instead of having to shell out for the next entry of Mario Golf, Mario Tennis, Mario Super Strikers, or Mario Baseball, you’ll have the opportunity to get…

The Goichi Suda chronicles: On No More Heroes and self-deprecating satire

September 1, 2016

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Feature by Matt S. Goichi Suda is a bit of a hero to many on the DDNet team. His unwavering commitment to games that are transgressive and creative, even to the detriment of their critical rating, is noble, and the fact he’s managed to build up a major Japanese development…

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September 1, 2016

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News by Matt S. This War of Mine is an incredible, intense, important game. Taking place within the context of a war, the game gave us a completely different look at war, compared with the heroic nonsense of the Call of Duty and Battlefield games. In This War of Mine,…

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