Gaming
‘Abzû’ Is the Stress-Free Video Game Our Frantic Lives Need Right Now
Giant Squid's diving simulator does little that's truly original, but its art and music combine for the most wonderful escape from reality.
Congratulations Niantic, You’ve Broken ‘Pokémon Go’
The decision to shut down the monster-tracking Pokévision has left players aimless, and angry.
The Solution to Our Political Problems Lies in 'Dungeons and Dragons'
The tabletop roleplaying in Stranger Things is more than just filler; it's a cipher for the show's hopeful politics.
Damn, It Feels Good Being John Marston Again
Even though I know how it all ends for him, walking in the boots of one of Rockstar's finest creations remains a singular thrill the second time.
This Guy Quit His Job to Travel the World Catching Pokémon
Currie has been on the road for a week now and already bagged 90 of the original 151 Pokémon.
How Pokémon Would Probably Have Sex: An Investigation
An evolutionary biologist explains that yes, a lot of Pokémon would probably have dicks.
The 'Pokémon Go' Entrepreneurs Desperately Trying to Cash in on the Craze
Some people want to be the very best, and some other people want to make money off of them.
Pride Comes to Los Santos in This New ‘Grand Theft Auto V’ Mod
Courtesy of some creative modders, GTA players can now host their own parade.
'Pokémon Go' Isn't Very Good, but It Will Be Huge Anyway
Pokémon Go is more about exploring and community than it is about fighting monsters.
Why the Multiplayer Free-Roaming of ‘Red Dead Redemption’ Is the Best in the Business
With Rockstar's Western now compatible with the Xbox One, there's never been a better time to get into its brutal, beautiful, bear-filled online mode.
These Are Probably the Seven Best Video Games of 2016 So Far
The year's been okay for new video games so far, right? Right.
Climbing Everest in Virtual Reality Was More Powerful Than Any Video Game
This is virtual tourism meeting its most epic potential, the sort of project that really isn't for the players, but for the people.