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Tech to trash: The wastefulness of new technology

Andrew Cummings | multimedia editor Sept. 23, 2021 When the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X released in November 2020, gamers were excited to get their hands on the new consoles. However, due to a global computer microchip shortage caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, these new consoles have been very difficult to purchase. I know people that have spent hours in online queues trying to … Continue reading Tech to trash: The wastefulness of new technology

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David Cage’s ‘Detroit’ trailer a mistep on every level

Zach Landau | A&E Editor 11/16/17 David Cage is a hack. There’s just no other way to describe someone so tone-deaf and so pitifully, woefully incompetent as him. But if you’ve been hanging around in games media for a while, you probably already know that. See, on Oct. 30, Cage touted his and Quantic Dream’s latest game, Detroit: Become Human, at Paris Games Week. In … Continue reading David Cage’s ‘Detroit’ trailer a mistep on every level

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‘Destiny 2’ far better than original, fortunately

Grant Stoner | Staff Writer 11/02/17 My brief time spent with the original Destiny culminated in such an unpleasant experience that I questioned my sanity for spending $60 on an unpolished, empty game. Naturally, I held some warranted reservations for the sequel. Thankfully, Destiny 2 is nothing short of incredible, consistently amazing me with its engaging gameplay. Developed by Bungie, best known for creating the … Continue reading ‘Destiny 2’ far better than original, fortunately

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‘FIFA 18’ is series’ best, even if by default

By Sean Armstrong | Staff Writer 10/05/17 FIFA 18 is like Cristiano Ronaldo. Both are currently the best the world has to offer, yet people perpetually claim that another player or another version is better. Last year’s FIFA 17 came with sweeping changes and — since it was also an EA product — massive issues. Fortunately, this time around, FIFA 18 is everything its predecessor … Continue reading ‘FIFA 18’ is series’ best, even if by default

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'Metroid: Samus Returns'
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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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Gaming needs a sustained conversation about harassment

By Zach Landau | A&E Editor On Aug. 16, gaming site Kotaku UK published writer Laura Kate Dale’s latest article in a series devoted to exploring online harassment. The subject of this article was John Bain, better known by his online pseudonym TotalBiscuit. Bain has been one of the more prominent critics within gaming, speaking out in particular against what he believes are unethical business … Continue reading Gaming needs a sustained conversation about harassment

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More devices supported under new Duq network

By Sean Ray | A&E Editor On Feb. 6, Duquesne Computer and Technology Services (CTS) launched the pilot version of their new Internet of Things (IoT) network at Vickroy and Assumption Hall. The service extended to the remaining dorms on Feb. 13. Unlike DuqNet, IoT allows students to connect as video game consoles and streaming devices, such as Rokus, to the Internet. To connect to … Continue reading More devices supported under new Duq network

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