First Person Shooters
How 'Doom 2' Helped Me Understand Technology
A trip to the computer store in search of financial software with my dad became a surprising way to learn about how computers work.
‘Battlefield 1’ Is a Fun, Serious War Game, But Can’t Have It Both Ways
The harder ‘Battlefield 1’ tries to teach players about the horrors of war while still being fun, the more it fails.
Gaming the System: Esports Players Face Many Challenges in Unionizing
It’s not just big bad corporations blocking progress, but way esports frames individual relationships at the pro level.
Overwatch Has Rejuvenated Blizzard and Esports' First-Person Shooter Scene
Blizzard's latest blockbuster has lived up to the hype so far. How big it gets from here depends on the developer—and the players.
‘Half-Life 2: Episode One’ and Its Decade-Long Struggle with Confidence and Identity
Now ten years old, 'Half-Life 2''s first expansion shows us that by trying to be like films, games can only suffer.
5 Things a ‘System Shock’ Reboot Must Have To Be Good
How can you challenge a perfect, immortal machine?
A Review of ‘Star Wars: Battlefront’ from Someone Who’s Never Seen ‘Star Wars’
There are better options to scratch your multiplayer shooter itch.
'Payroll' Is A Vision of ‘Office Space’ From Windows '95
No printers were harmed in the making of this game.
'Payday 2' Players Are Hacking Their Way Around Microtransactions
Overkill went back on its word, and players are responding with piracy.
'Overwatch' Is Burying the Bald Soldier Dude Archetype
"Overwatch" characters don't look like the stereotypical first person shooter character.
You'll Be Able to Play 'Titanfall' on Your iPhone Next Year
Nexon and Respawn announce Titanfall mobile games announced while you wait for Titanfall 2.
'Battlefront' Is for Star Wars Fans, Not 'Battlefield' Players
The Battle of Hoth never looked better, but this isn't the Battlefield game you're looking for.