Jack Zustiak

Shadows add depth by drawing attention to both what is and isn’t there. They emphasize the visible scraps of information while leaving hidden details up to your imagination. This technique breathes life into Mike Mignola’s art, and by extension, his creation Hellboy. Hellboy’s world leaves ample room

There are a lot of reasons Pokémon is special. Catching and raising a team has a feeling of bonding you just don’t get in Shin Megami Tensei or Dragon Quest Monsters. The world is cozy and has new discoveries everywhere. The games themselves foster community and collaboration like nothing

The “1” in Mortal Kombat 1 implies a new beginning. It is technically correct to say that Mortal Kombat 1 reboots the world of Mortal Kombat, kickstarting a new era of the long-running series. However, an unusually large emphasis on the “re” looms over everything that Mortal Kombat 1 risks

I see platformers as games about caution. Looking before you leap proves vital not only to your success, but also in discovering what makes these games fun. Platformers dramatize equivalents to crossing a busy street or hiking a trail in real life by exaggerating the danger. They transform mundane traversal

Loop8: Summer of Gods gives you a lot to think about. The game plops you into a town full of people and you primarily focus on building up your relationships with them. Layered on top of that premise lies a time management system, where every action you take moves time

Society romanticizes the act of rolling. Just roll with it. Roll with the punches. Let’s get rolling. All of these phrases point towards one simple truth: the key to getting through life lies in your ability to roll. This principle also applies to enjoying Marble It Up! Ultra. At

Arcade games sure are cheap! That’s their general reputation, anyway. I’m not talking about their price here, but rather their tendency to lie, cheat, steal, and beat you down for your quarters. That gets expensive. Like any lovable rogue, however, arcade games remain appealing despite their penchant for

I love it when a plan comes together – that’s never a guarantee. Plans fall apart for the pettiest of reasons, especially when you start throwing other humans into the mix. We all have our own theories on life and how things should be. With so much potential conflict waiting