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‘Pro Evo 2017’ Shows That the Beautiful Game Can Play Dirty
Konami's kicking sim will forever remain the underdog versus FIFA, but there's a lot to be said for its purity and physical punch.
What VICE Gaming's Been Playing: August 2016
It has been a very, very busy month here at VICE Gaming HQ. New babies, international travel, a press conference or two... But we've still managed to find time to play a few games.
‘Battlefield 1’ Is Good, But ‘Overwatch’ Is Still the Only Online Shooter I Need
I want to win in Blizzard's game because I actually care what happens to the characters, a feeling that no other FPS multiplayer has ever given me.
You’ll Soon Be Able to Play Super Mario on Your iPhone
Super Mario Run is Nintendo's famous mascot's debut for iOS, and it's out in 2016.
Braving the Terrible World of TV Tie-In Video Games
Cheap but so far from cheerful, the years have given us some truly awful games based on TV shows.
Here’s What You Need to Know About Sony’s New PS4 Pro
No longer the "Neo", Sony's new, not-quite-next-gen console is out in November 2016.
How the Abstraction of ‘RimWorld’ Highlights Real-Life Medical and Moral Dilemmas
How much is that kidney in the window?
The World's Most Dangerous Game: Pokémon's Strange History with Moral Panics
For over 20 years, Pokémon has been a scapegoat for crises social, political, and even spiritual.
Nintendo's New Game Where You Run a Clothing Store Shows That Style Is Substantial
It would be a mistake to dismiss 'Style Savvy: Fashion Forward' a cynically stereotypical shot at the girl gaming market.
Inside the Nasty Backlash Against 'No Man's Sky'
After years of hype and anticipation, the reality of No Man's Sky has fractured fans, developers, and gaming communities.
How One Twitch Channel Is Fighting Abuse in the Gaming Community
We talked to Anna Prosser Robinson, the co-founder of Misscliks, a Twitch channel dedicated to diversity and inclusivity.
Meeting the Real People of Gamescom 2016
We asked the gamers in Cologne who their favourite characters are, about their customising preferences, and if they could imagine being in a relationship with a non-gamer.