Tag: Breath of the Wild

'Super Mario Odessey'
Arts & Entertainment

‘Super Mario Odyssey’ forges a new path for tired series

Zach Landau | A&E Editor 11/02/17 You know, one would think that after being burned twice before, I would learn not to get excited for Mario games. You would think. But by George, I got excited for Super Mario Odyssey. After Breath of the Wild did the unthinkable and jettisoned the tired, exhausting formula of the Zelda series for the tired, exhausting formula of Western … Continue reading ‘Super Mario Odyssey’ forges a new path for tired series

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'Metroid: Samus Returns'
Arts & Entertainment

Nintendo continues to shirk accessibility

By Grant Stoner | Staff Writer 09/21/17 Nintendo, I think it’s time that you and I had a little chat. I’ve been a devoted fan throughout my entire gaming life. I’ve purchased every system (including the egregiously inaccessible Wii) knowing that your vast array of titles will keep me entertained. However, your recent inabilities to accommodate disabled players has left me sick to my stomach. … Continue reading Nintendo continues to shirk accessibility

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Magikarp Jump
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Despite setbacks, Nintendo is effortlessly breaking the gender mold

Zach Landau | A&E Editor The gender revolution is underway in the world of video games, and an unexpected leader is quietly forging the path for trans inclusivity. And who is this vanguard of radical feminist ideology in an industry infamous to anyone not conforming to a strict gender binary? Why, it’s the House of Mario itself: Nintendo. With the release of Magikarp Jump (which … Continue reading Despite setbacks, Nintendo is effortlessly breaking the gender mold

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‘Breath of the Wild’ delivers ennui and malaise in empty space

By Zachary Landau | Staff Writer I would not be the man I am today if it was not for “The Legend of Zelda.” I don’t say that in some sort of sappy, wholesome way. I mean this in the “this is the series that gave rise to the cynicism and bitterness that binds me to this mortal coil” way. In those younger, more vulnerable … Continue reading ‘Breath of the Wild’ delivers ennui and malaise in empty space

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