Janine Hawkins
In 'Yakuza 6,' Family Is More Important Than Fists
Come for the crime drama, stay for the breakdown of various parenting styles.
The Best Games of 2017: Day 5
In 2017, we confronted death, shared secretes, sought comfort, fought for justice, and did our best to look absolutely incredible.
Fanfic: The Keepers and the Queen
With metal beasts roaming the land, the Keepers of Sun and Moon—Aloy and Thorn—must rise together to face them.
The Best Games of 2017: Day 4
This year, players found secrets, sought redemption, experimented with everything... oh, and played what might be the best non-BioShock BioShock game ever.
The Best Games of 2017: Day 3
The games of 2017 cast us in some odd roles: sibling, space salvager, survivor, and... mortician?
The Best Games of 2017: Day 2
Whether you were running from terrifying, nameless foes or facing them head on, the games of 2017 were all about war, lore, and... good music.
The Best Games of 2017: Day 1
This year saw players commanding troops, exploring labyrinths, flying through the air, going home, and (of course) crying.
The Tiny Touches of 'Super Mario Odyssey' Extend to Even the Sound Effects
This subtle easter egg gives players a whole new reason to explore the soundtrack in every world.
My Last Night With 'The Tomorrow Children'
A final farewell tour with a game about authoritarian communism, mining, and matryoshka dolls.
Style Savvy Fans are About to get a Special Christmas Present
And there's a demo for 'Style Savvy: Styling Star' available now!
'Blue Reflection' is the Most Soothing JRPG I’ve Ever Played
With subdued colors and soft piano music, this "magical girl" RPG transports the player to a quiet, relaxing place.
New 'Fortnite' Battle Royale Mode Misses What Makes the Game Great
What this early access survival game needs is a shorter burst PVE mode, not to chase the 'PUBG' gold rush.