‘Metaphor: ReFantazio’ and ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ were released months apart between October 2024 and April 2025. As a fan of gripping stories with something to say, I’ve played both. However, one question remains. Does one handle its message of trauma and loss “better” than the other?
PS: This is not for people who don’t like to read–or for people who hate any and all spoilers. You’ve been warned.
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So…if you’re in the market for an older rom-com anime, is ‘Gamers!’ worth your time?
Read moreMy weapon of choice. I am a gamer and a fan of dope music. That’s no secret. While I don’t game as much as I once did, I’ll still turn on my PS4 and get into a zone. Recently, though, I’ve started to play more mobile games and one thing I’ve found comfort in during […]
Read moreIn the annals of video game history, there are great games that utilize controversy and the like to bolster their stories. For instance, let’s talk Grand Theft Auto IV. While it was, for me, the worst game in the series, GTA IV‘s finale featured an “is blood really thicker than water?” choice between Niko’s cousin and girlfriend. I always […]
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